Overview
- Xiaomi announced international availability for the 17 and 17 Ultra at MWC Barcelona, pricing the 17 at €999/£899 and the 17 Ultra at €1,499/£1,299, with the 17 Pro absent from the rollout.
- The 17 Ultra features Leica-tuned optics with a 50MP 1-inch main sensor and a 200MP periscope telephoto offering continuous optical zoom across 75–100mm, alongside 50MP ultrawide and selfie cameras.
- Both phones use Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 and HyperOS 3 (Android 16), support Wi‑Fi 7 and Bluetooth 5.4, and offer robust water and dust protection.
- Global models carry smaller batteries than China units, with the 17 Ultra at 6,000mAh (90W wired, 50W wireless) and the 17 at 6,330mAh (100W wired, 50W wireless), with reviewers reporting strong endurance.
- Xiaomi also introduced the Leica Leitzphone with a rotating Leica Camera Ring at €1,999/£1,699, plus optional 17 Ultra Photography Kits priced at €99.99 and €199.99, and unveiled the Pad 8/Pad 8 Pro, a smart tag, and a slim magnetic power bank.