Xiaomi 17, 17 Pro, 17 Pro Max launched with Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5

Xiaomi 17 Series Launched: Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, Leica Cameras, 100W Charging

Xiaomi launches its 17-series trio in China — Xiaomi 17, 17 Pro, and 17 Pro Max — with Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, HyperOS 3 (Android 16), Leica triple cameras, and 100W fast charging, aimed at premium buyers who want speed, long battery life, and new software features. The headline features include a secondary “Magic Back Screen” on the Pro models for quick tools and rear-camera selfie previews, large batteries (up to 7,500mAh on Pro Max), and display upgrades including up to a 2K LTPO panel on the flagship Pro Max with up to 3,500 nits brightness claimed for the rear screen module uses. In China, pricing starts at CNY 4,499 for Xiaomi 17, CNY 4,999 for 17 Pro, and CNY 5,999 for 17 Pro Max, with top variants going up to CNY 6,999, roughly aligning to ₹56,000–₹87,000 by simple conversion; global/India availability is yet to be confirmed by Xiaomi at launch time.

What’s new

• All three phones use Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for faster CPU/GPU and better AI features in HyperOS 3 based on Android 16, promising stronger performance and improved battery efficiency versus previous-gen flagships.

• Pro and Pro Max add a rear M10 secondary display to preview selfies with the main cameras, pin notes, and access quick widgets; Xiaomi brands this experience as the “Magic Back Screen” with AI-oriented utilities and glanceable controls.

• Charging remains a highlight: 100W wired and 50W wireless on Pro models, with batteries up to 7,500mAh on Pro Max and 6,300mAh on Pro, targeting all‑day heavy use with fast top‑ups when needed.

Displays and design

• Xiaomi 17 Pro Max features a 6.9-inch LTPO OLED with 2K resolution, while the 17 Pro carries a 6.3-inch 1.5K OLED; both are paired with Xiaomi’s Dragon Crystal Glass for protection and the rear M10 screen for quick actions and camera previewing.
• Peak brightness for the rear M10 display is claimed up to 3,500 nits, helping visibility outdoors for widgets and selfie framing via the main camera module, and both Pro models keep an 8mm-thick design in multiple colorways.

Cameras with Leica tuning

• Each Pro model uses a Leica‑tuned triple setup: 50MP main, 50MP ultrawide, and 50MP periscope telephoto with 5x optical zoom, with a 50MP front camera for selfies and video calls; Xiaomi 17 also adopts a 50MP triple array with 8K/30fps and 4K/60fps video support reported across the range.

• The Pro focus is computational imaging with Leica color science and portrait tuning, aiming for sharper zoom and more consistent low‑light output using the new chipset’s ISP and HyperOS camera pipeline.

Performance and software

• Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 combines a next‑gen CPU/GPU cluster and AI engine, paired with LPDDR5X RAM and UFS 4.1 storage on the lineup for faster app loads and sustained gaming performance; HyperOS 3 introduces new UI touches like “HyperIsland” and tighter device integrations.

• The Pro variants ship with up to 16GB RAM and up to 1TB storage, while the base Xiaomi 17 goes up to 16GB/512GB, balancing speed with storage headroom for media and games.

Battery and charging

• Xiaomi 17 Pro Max: 7,500mAh battery with 100W wired and 50W wireless; Xiaomi 17 Pro: 6,300mAh with the same charging profile, both targeting rapid fills and cooler charging under load thanks to system‑level tuning.

• The standard Xiaomi 17 also supports 100W wired and 50W wireless charging with a large battery pack and aims to deliver a full day with heavy mixed use considering the efficiency of the 3nm platform.

Connectivity and build

• Connectivity includes 5G, Wi‑Fi, Bluetooth, NFC, USB‑C, GPS, and ultra‑wideband (on select variants), with in‑display fingerprint sensors and IP-rated durability listed for the Pro models by multiple outlets at launch coverage.

• Color options span Black, White, Purple, and Green, keeping a clean slab design on the front and the distinctive camera island with the integrated Magic Back Screen on the Pro models.

Prices and availability

• Xiaomi 17: from CNY 4,499; Xiaomi 17 Pro: from CNY 4,999; Xiaomi 17 Pro Max: from CNY 5,999; top Pro Max goes to CNY 6,999; simple conversions suggest roughly ₹56,000–₹87,000 range, though final India pricing could differ after duties and GST.

• Sales begin in China first; reports at launch time do not confirm India/global release dates, so regional timelines and prices may change later.

China prices

• Xiaomi 17 (from CNY 4,499), 17 Pro (from CNY 4,999), 17 Pro Max (from CNY 5,999), with top Pro Max at CNY 6,999; launch focus is China; India launch not announced at event time.

Analysis and insights

The 17 series positions Xiaomi to ride three trends: bigger batteries with faster charging, camera-first hardware with long‑reach zoom, and ambient micro‑displays for quick tasks without waking the main screen; the Magic Back Screen is a smart differentiator that will likely attract creators who rely on the main sensors for selfies and short video. The Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 plus HyperOS 3 should help sustained performance and camera processing, especially in low light and 4K video, but actual gains will depend on thermals and ISP tuning across variants; early specs suggest balanced thermals with 8mm bodies and large cells, which is promising for gaming and content capture. If Xiaomi keeps China‑first pricing deltas, the 17 Pro could become the value pick in markets like India when launched, offering the same core chipset, the Leica triple with 5x zoom, and the rear screen trick at a lower entry price, while the Pro Max serves buyers who want the best display and battery combo; official India pricing and timelines will decide their real-world competitiveness against Galaxy S25, iPhone 17, and Pixel 9 Pro segments.