Chinese tech giant Xiaomi has officially launched its latest flagship smartphone, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra, in China. This marks the fourth flagship in the series and continues Xiaomi’s bid to compete with Apple in the premium smartphone segment. The Ultra model comes loaded with high-end features, including the most powerful chipset to date and a cutting-edge camera system.
Price and Availability
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra is priced starting at 6999 yuan (approx. ₹90,000) for the 12GB RAM + 512GB storage variant. The top-end model offers 16GB RAM and 1TB storage for 8499 yuan (approx. ₹1,09,000). Additionally, the Leica edition of the phone is priced up to 8999 yuan (approx. ₹1,15,000). Sales in China begin on 27 December 2025, with multiple color options available.
Specifications and Features
- Operating System: Android 16 with HyperOS 3
- Display: 6.9-inch 1.5K LTPO AMOLED, 1060 nits peak brightness, 120Hz refresh rate, Dragon Crystal Glass 3 protection
- Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (3nm process) with Adreno 840 GPU
- Memory & Storage: Up to 16GB LPDDR5x RAM, UFS 4.1 storage
- Battery & Charging: 6,800mAh battery, supporting 90W wired and 50W wireless charging
- Durability: IP66 + IP68 + IP69 ratings, dust and water resistant
Camera System
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra features a Leica-branded quad-camera setup:
- Primary Camera: 50MP with 1-inch sensor and OIS
- Ultra-Wide Camera: 50MP
- Telephoto Camera: 200MP periscope lens capable of 4K video recording
- Front Camera: 50MP
This setup makes the Xiaomi 17 Ultra one of the most advanced smartphones in photography, rivaling even Apple’s flagship models.
With its high-end display, flagship chipset, massive RAM options, and a record-breaking 200MP camera, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra positions itself as a top contender in the premium smartphone market.
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