- Xiaomi confirms the debut of three models, Xiaomi 17, Xiaomi 17 Pro, and Xiaomi 17 Pro Max.
- All devices powered by Qualcomm’s latest Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen5 chip.
- Rumored features include a 6.3-inch 120Hz OLED display, triple 50MP cameras, Android 16, and a 7000mAh battery with 100W fast charging.
Xiaomi has officially confirmed that its new flagship smartphone lineup, the Xiaomi 17 series, will be launched later this month in China. This announcement confirms earlier speculation that the company will skip the Xiaomi 16 name and go directly to the Xiaomi 17.
Three new flagships with Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
In a recent announcement, Xiaomi has confirmed that the upcoming Xiaomi 17 series will have three models, the Xiaomi 17, Xiaomi 17 Pro, and Xiaomi 17 Pro Max. All three will use the new Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset.
This launch follows the strategy seen with the Xiaomi 15 series, which was introduced soon after the debut of Qualcomm’s previous high-end chipset.
Features and specifications
While Xiaomi has not officially released all the details, industry leaks suggest that the Xiaomi 17 series will feature significant improvements in its design, display, performance, and camera technology. The standard model is expected to have a 6.3-inch OLED display with 1.5K resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate for a better viewing experience.
The devices are rumored to have a camera system with a 50MP main sensor from OmniVision, a 50MP ultra-wide lens, and a 50MP telephoto camera using a Samsung ISOCELL JN5 sensor. The software will be HyperOS 3, which is built on Android 16 and is expected to provide a more streamlined and powerful interface.
Durability and power management also appear to be central to the lineup. Reports indicate that the Xiaomi 17 series could ship with IP68 and IP69 water and dust resistance ratings, an ultrasonic fingerprint scanner for faster and secure unlocking, and a massive 7000mAh battery with support for 100W wired fast charging and 50W wireless charging.
Xiaomi 17 series launching in China this September
The Xiaomi 17 series will be launched in September. Powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset, with advanced cameras and large batteries, the new lineup is expected to be a direct competitor to other leading Android flagships in 2025. Xiaomi will provide more details, including pricing and availability, at the launch event in China later this month.
