Tech lovers, prepare Xiaomi has just released its new flagship smartphone, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra which is loaded with state-of-the-art hardware and photography-based features that will compete with the best machines in the marketplace. With a 200MP Leica-tuned camera, an enormous 6800mAh battery, and a high-end design and top-end specifications, the 17 Ultra is set to be an excellent addition to the Ultra series in the history of Xiaomi.
Design & Display: Bigger, smarter, Better.
On the one hand, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a very impressive device due to its massive 6.9-inch LTPO AMOLED screen, with 2K resolution and a maximum adaptive refresh rate of 120Hz to provide a high quality of images and monitor high responsiveness. Dragon Crystal Glass 3.0 protects the screen and makes it durable against the ordinary wear and tear. It should be noted that, regardless of whether using streaming videos, playing a game, or even checking out the social media, one can count on saturated color, high contrast, and lots of brightness to use outdoors.
The entire design is high-end and modern and has very slim bezels and a flat profile on the screen that makes the device smooth even with a huge footprint. It comes in various color choices that include Black, White, Cold Smoky Purple, and Starry Green.
Performance: Snapdragon Bull.
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra has the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset under the hood, which is currently among the most powerful mobile platforms. Combined with as much as 16GB of LPDDR5X RAM and as much as 1TB of UFS 4.1 storage, this hardware package guarantees scorching speed in every task – whether it is multitasking and productivity or high-end gaming.
The Xiaomi HyperOS 3.0, which is powered on Android, has a clean, user-friendly interface that is full of convenient AI capabilities and personalization features. Gamers/power users will enjoy the effective thermal handling and overall fluid experience with no discernible lags and performance decreases.
Camera: A Photography Flagship.
The best thing about the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is the Leica-voiced camera, which is meant to take smartphone photography to the flagship mirrorless standards. The core of this system is a 200MP periscope telephoto lens with the ability to shoot at 3.2x to 4.3x uninterrupted optical zoom allowing close-ups to be taken through the lens in long shots, which has not been a possibility in most smartphones.
To add to this is a 50MP primary camera with a sensor of 1 -inch Light Fusion 1050L co-developed with Leica, with excellent low-light performance, high dynamic range, and rich color reproduction. Also, the camera has a 50MP ultra-wide camera, which offers more creative opportunities and macro functions.
The front camera is not any less impressive as well, with a 50MP camera that is capable of taking stunning selfies and capturing videos with a sharp image. The camera system is flagship-level with AI-enhanced capabilities (Fireworks Mode to provide dynamic scenes and HDR advanced technologies) and truly the flagship camera system.
Battery Life: Long-lasting Battery.
The battery life is a major issue that has in all ways been considered by heavy smartphone users and Xiaomi is taking this on directly with a massive battery that is 6800mAh, which is one of the largest battery in the Ultra series. The high capacity is good to guarantee a long time usage during the day even when the user may have heavy activities such as games or consuming multimedia.
The cost of charging is also competitive – 90W wired fast charge and 50W wireless charge are supported, allowing you to charge your phone very fast and conveniently. The phone also has a reverse wireless charging which means that you can share power to other compatible devices at the same time.
Xiaomi was able to balance capacity and portability, making the battery very large and yet keeping the thickness to 8.29mm along with the weight in a comfortable level.
Other Notable Features
In addition to fundamental specifications, Xiaomi has also provided the 17 Ultra with many premium extras:
- Rugged protection of IP66/IP68/IP69 water and dust resistance.
- Dolby Atmos stereo speakers, which raise the audio quality.
- In-screen ultrasonic fingerprint reader with safe and fast unlocking.
- Bluetooth 5.4 and fast and reliable Wi-Fi 7.
- Xiaomi Star Communication System has the features of UWB-enabled and ecosystem integration.
Pricing & Availability
Xiaomi 17 Ultra begins with the price of CNY 6,999 (around 89,450 rupees) in case of 12GB RAM, and 512GB memory, which is a great competitor in the high-end flagship market. There are also more high-end configurations such as 16GB +512GB and 16GB +1TB which come at premium prices. Moreover, Xiaomi also launched Leica Edition with unique design elements and high-end features among those who are fond of photography.
The phone is being sold in China, and it will be released in the rest of the world in early 2026. Although Xiaomi is yet to set official prices and availability in India, its launch is being eagerly anticipated by fans in the country.
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