Xiaomi has announced the highly anticipated Xiaomi 17 series that will be coming soon in the Philippines!
The new Xiaomi 17 series continues Xiaomi’s long standing mission of moving the needle when it comes to mobile photography together with the legendary Leica.
Two models under the Xiaomi 17 series will be arriving soon in the Philippines namely the Xiaomi 17 and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra. Both are set to set the benchmark for mobile photography as well as imaging performance together with a sleek design AND Leica imaging expertise.
Timeless Design Behind Unparalleled Xiaomi Guardian Structure
The Xiaomi 17 Series features a minimalist design that prioritises elegance and a professional look.
Clean lines, smooth edges, and a streamlined layout create a simple, confident appearance that reflects the series’ refinement. Wrapped in Golden Arc curves refined through countless iterations, the Xiaomi 17 Series’ form factor contributes to a comfortable, reliable in-hand feel. Thanks to elevated design and cutting-edge LIPO manufacturing techniques, ultra-thin bezels ensure the Xiaomi 17 Series is both comfortable and easy to hold securely while enjoying a near-borderless display.
The thinnest and lightest Xiaomi Ultra yet,¹ the Xiaomi 17 Ultra measures just 8.29mm² thick and weighs as little as 218.4g², sporting a refined, all-flat body with ultra-thin bezels and a newly repositioned, smaller, less intrusive camera deco housing. Available in White, Black, or stunning Starlit Green,³ it offers premium looks befitting a truly top-of-the-line device. Beyond its stunning appearance, Xiaomi Guardian Structure ensures robust durability with Xiaomi Shield Glass 3.0, offering 30%² greater drop resistance than Xiaomi 15 Ultra, a high-strength fiberglass back, an aluminum alloy frame, and an IP68⁶ rating for comprehensive protection against dust and moisture.
For an even more compact imaging and technology experience, Xiaomi 17 measures at 8.06mm² in thickness and weighs just 191g², despite packing high-end computational power, advanced imaging capabilities, and a robust battery. Available in striking color options, Venture Green, Alpine Pink, Ice Blue, and classic Black,³ it features a redesigned camera deco, significantly reduced curvature in the frame transition, and ultra-slim 1.18mm bezels². In addition to a sleek, bold, visually striking design, Xiaomi 17 is built to last, with Xiaomi Guardian Structure featuring a 6M42 aluminum frame, Xiaomi Shield Glass, and IP68⁶ certification, ensuring durability and peace of mind.
Xiaomi × Leica: A Visionary Imaging Collaboration
Xiaomi continues its partnership with Leica to deliver a professional imaging experience on the Xiaomi 17 Series.
Built on Leica UltraPure optical lens treatment and configuration, the Xiaomi 17 Series performs reliably across a wide range of lighting conditions, preserving detail in both bright and low-light scenes. A high-end lens configuration with multi-layer coating helps reduce reflections and optical interference, allowing cleaner light to reach the sensor. Imaging across the series is supported by tools such as AI Creativity Assistant and Xiaomi HyperConnect features, including file sharing and Multicam setup, enabling a more flexible shooting and editing workflow.
Engineered for powerful, versatile image capture, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra breaks new ground with Xiaomi’s first 1″ LOFIC main camera sensor. The Light Fusion 1050L image sensor uses cutting-edge capacitor technology to significantly increase full-well capacity and enable next-generation HDR performance.
Another key breakthrough is the Leica 200MP 75–100mm camera, featuring a 75–100mm mechanical optical zoom. Built to Leica APO optical references, the telephoto camera maintains high image quality with minimal ghosting and colour fringing across the entire zoom range, and expands to a 400mm (17.2x) equivalent focal length thanks to advanced sensor technology for outstanding long-range photography.
In addition to its advanced still photography capabilities, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra offers ultra-dynamic videography with cinema-grade recording, color, and stabilization features, including Dolby Vision® or ACES Log recording at up to 4K 120fps on both the main and telephoto cameras.
Meanwhile, the Xiaomi 17 compact imagery flagship boasts a versatile imaging system, centered around the top-of-the-line Light Fusion 950 image sensor with a 1/1.31″ size and 2.4μm 4-in-1 Super Pixel, delivering an impressive 13.5EV high dynamic range for rich, true-to-life images in any lighting.
Complementing this is a Leica 60mm floating telephoto lens, offering 60mm portrait photography, 5x optical-level zoom, precise 10cm macro, and 20x AI Ultra Zoom. For self-portraits, a new 50MP front camera features improved autofocus at both short and long distances.
Videography is equally robust, supporting 4K 60fps Dolby Vision® and 4K 60fps Log recording for crisp detail, consistent color, and impressive stability, enhancing clarity and streamlining workflow for professional-grade capture.
In the spirit of Leica’s rich photography legacy, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra’s industry-leading camera system can be further enhanced with two upgraded photography add-ons. The new Xiaomi 17 Ultra Photography Kit features a significantly lighter, more compact design, including a wrist strap, a customizable two-stage shutter, a dedicated video button, and an IP54¹⁴ rating, all inspired by professional cameras and available in various colors.
Elite Performance Meets Cutting-Edge Power
Behind each member of the Xiaomi 17 Series lies the industry-leading Snapdragon® 8 Elite Gen 5 Mobile Platform, delivering unmatched performance and the most advanced feature set found on a mobile SoC.
The high-performance custom-built 3ʳᵈ Gen Qualcomm Oryon™ CPU, next-generation Qualcomm® Adreno™ GPU, advanced Qualcomm® Hexagon™ NPU, RAM, and storage are suited to the most demanding mobile tasks and easily meet user needs, including rapid-fire photo and video capture, high-clarity video calls, high-productivity multitasking, and resource-intensive gaming. Xiaomi 17 Series introduces up to 100W HyperCharge and,⁴ in addition, 100W PD-PPS charging, which opens up a wide range of compatible chargers.⁵
The Xiaomi 17 Series introduces a new generation of power with its revolutionary Xiaomi Surge Battery, featuring an industry-leading 16% silicon content for remarkable energy density and longevity. Meanwhile, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra houses a massive 6000mAh (typ) battery capacity, supporting 90W wired HyperCharge and 50W wireless HyperCharge, while Xiaomi 17 boasts an even larger 6330mAh (typ) battery capacity with 100W wired HyperCharge and 50W wireless HyperCharge.⁴
These advanced battery technology contributes to the series’ slim and lightweight design, ensuring a smooth, feature-packed experience with rapid power delivery.
Refined Display Technology Emphasizing Color, Clarity, and Efficiency
Equipped with displays designed to match its imaging and performance capabilities, the Xiaomi 17 Series features custom-built OLED panels with up to 3,500 nits peak brightness, ensuring clear visibility in any lighting condition.
The 1–120Hz LTPO refresh rate, combined with DC dimming, delivers smooth, comfortable visuals with minimal eye strain during extended use.
The series introduces the Xiaomi-custom M10 display panel, offering higher brightness with improved power efficiency. Xiaomi 17 Ultra also debuts Xiaomi HyperRGB technology, a redesigned OLED subpixel layout that enhances clarity and further optimizes power use, reinforcing Xiaomi’s reputation for sharp, vibrant displays.
Price and Availability
Xiaomi 17 Ultra comes in three color options: Black, White, Starlit Green, with 512GB storage variants. It will be available for an SRP of P99,999, with a special online preorder price of P84,999 when you purchase from the official Xiaomi store on Shopee. Preorders will come with a free Xiaomi Watch 5 and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra Photography Kit.
Xiaomi 17 comes in four color options: Black, Venture Green, Alpine Pink, Ice Blue, with 256GB and 512GB storage variants. The 512GB variant will retail for an SRP of P55,999, with a special online preorder price of P53,999, while the 256GB variant will retail for an SRP of P53,599 and a special preorder price of P49,999. Preorders will come with a Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm.
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