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Xiaomi 17 Series Launches in India With Leica Camera Tech as Sales Open for Xiaomi 17

Early reviews single out the Ultra’s LOFIC sensor with 75–100mm mechanical zoom as the defining upgrade.

Overview

  • Xiaomi 17 and 17 Ultra run Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 and use LTPO OLED displays with 1–120Hz refresh and up to 3,500 nits peak brightness.
  • India pricing: Xiaomi 17 starts at ₹89,999 (12GB/256GB) and ₹99,999 (12GB/512GB), while reports list the 17 Ultra at either ₹1,39,999 or ₹1,29,999 for 16GB/512GB.
  • Availability: Xiaomi 17 goes on sale March 13 across Amazon, mi.com and retail partners, with the 17 Ultra scheduled for March 18.
  • Launch offers include a March 13–17 early‑bird window making the 512GB Xiaomi 17 available at the 256GB price and a free phone damage protection plan; Ultra buyers get the Photography Kit Pro and bank discounts up to ₹10,000.
  • Camera highlights: the 17 Ultra pairs a 1‑inch LOFIC main sensor with a Leica‑branded 200MP telephoto enabling continuous 75–100mm optical zoom, while the Xiaomi 17 features a Leica‑tuned triple 50MP setup.