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Xiaomi Sets May Launches for 17 Max in China and 17T Series Globally

The move marks a shift to a pricier, more premium T lineup featuring larger batteries, Leica‑tuned cameras and flagship MediaTek chips.

Overview

  • Xiaomi confirmed Monday that the 17T and 17T Pro will debut globally on May 28 in what it calls its biggest T‑series upgrade yet.
  • The 17 Max event is set for Wednesday, May 21 in China, with Xiaomi teasing a 6.9‑inch AMOLED screen, Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, an 8,000mAh battery and a 200MP Leica main camera alongside new wearables and an EV.
  • Retailer listings and promo images published Monday point to a Dimensity 8500‑Ultra in the 17T and a Dimensity 9500 in the 17T Pro with 6,500mAh and 7,000mAh batteries respectively, though these details remain unconfirmed.
  • Leaked European pricing places the 17T around €749–€799 and the 17T Pro around €999–€1,099 depending on storage, signaling a step up from last year’s models.
  • Xiaomi India teased Tuesday that “The T is coming,” with reports suggesting the country may initially receive only the standard 17T, which would reflect a staggered rollout that often reserves higher‑end variants for select markets first.