In China, Xiaomi unveiled its Xiaomi 17 series, which includes three new phones: the Xiaomi 17, Xiaomi 17 Pro and the flagship, Xiaomi 17 Pro Max. The new series is powered by Qualcomm’s processor, the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, and runs HyperOS 3 based on Android 16. The Pro models introduce redesigned backs featuring a secondary display, larger batteries and a Leica camera system.
Pricing in China
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is offered at:
- CNY 5,999 (approximately ₹74,700) for the 12GB + 512GB variant
- CNY 6,299 (around ₹78,400) for the more storage variant
- CNY 6,999 (about ₹87,100) for the premium model
The Xiaomi 17 starts at CNY 4,499 (around ₹56,000) and the Xiaomi 17 Pro starts at CNY 5,000 (around ₹62,000).
These devices are available in China now, and Xiaomi hasn’t mentioned anything regarding the global launch.
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max Launch in India
While Xiaomi has not announced it yet, reports claim that the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max might be launched in India in February 2026.
Specifications of the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
Display: 6.9 inches LTPO OLED display
Secondary display: 2.9-inch small screen inside the camera module with functionality for alarms, AI functions, music, portraits, and can even be used in gaming with a special case
Chip: Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
Operating system: Android 16-based HyperOS 3
Cameras:
- Triple rear camera: 50MP main + 50MP ultra-wide + 50MP periscope with 5x zoom
- Front camera: 50MP
- Battery: 7500 mAh, wired 100W charging, 50W wireless charging, 22.5W reverse charging
- Build: 192g weight, 8mm thickness
- Water and dust resistance: IP68 water resistance (up to 6 meters)
Other Models in the Series
Xiaomi 17:
- 6.3-inch OLED panel
- A 7,000mAh battery with 100W wired charging
- Triple 50MP rear cameras
Xiaomi 17 Pro:
- 6.3-inch main display and 2.7-inch display on the rear
- 6,300mAh battery
- Triple 50MP rear camera with 5× telephoto zoom lens
- Time-of-Flight sensor for depth
- Water resistance up to 4m
Overview
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is the highest-specced model out of the newly launched lineup, featuring a dual-screen design, great performance, and cameras provided by Leica. It also has a large capacity battery that supports fast charging. If and when it launches in India, and at a competitive price, it would be a strong competitor against the other flagship phones that have launched in 2025.
