New leaks have surfaced regarding the Xiaomi 17 series, revealing its global color options. Tipster Yogesh Brar previously provided details about the global launch of two flagship smartphones in the Xiaomi 17 series around MWC 2026. It’s reported that these phones could debut in Europe just before MWC, while the India launch is expected in early March. Let’s explore the details further.
The leak reveals that the Xiaomi 17 and Xiaomi 17 Ultra will be launched globally, including a Leica Edition of the Xiaomi 17 Ultra. Meanwhile, the Xiaomi 17 Pro and Xiaomi 17 Pro Max may be limited to China for now. This means international customers, including India, won’t receive the Pro models this time around.
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Design and Build: Premium Look with Robust Construction
The Xiaomi 17 series design is quite similar to the Chinese version, but the global model may see some changes. Leaked renders suggest that the Xiaomi 17 features a flat display with thin bezels and a hole-punch cutout. The phone’s back panel may come in a glass or leather finish, giving it a premium feel. Color options include Black, Blue, and Green.
Display: Bright Visuals with High Refresh Rate
The Xiaomi 17 features a 6.7-inch AMOLED display with 1.5K resolution and LTPO technology. It supports a 120Hz refresh rate, providing smooth scrolling and gaming. The peak brightness can reach up to 3000 nits, ensuring clear visibility even outdoors.
Performance: Snapdragon Powerhouse
The Xiaomi 17 series is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset, offering the latest AI features and high performance. RAM options range from 12GB to 16GB, while storage goes from 256GB to 1TB. Based on HyperOS 3.0, this phone excels in multitasking and gaming.
Camera: Photography Revolution with Leica Magic
Xiaomi’s partnership with Leica is a highlight of this series. The Xiaomi 17 features a triple camera setup, including a 50MP main sensor, a 50MP ultrawide lens, and a 50MP telephoto lens. The front camera is also 50MP.
Leaked images of the Xiaomi 17 and Xiaomi 17 Ultra for the global market have surfaced, revealing their color options. Speaking of the Xiaomi 17, this compact flagship will be available in Blue, Green, and Black. Notably, the Green color wasn’t launched in China. The Pink model, which was available in China, won’t be available in the global market this time.
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra is expected to be offered in Starry Green, White, and Black. While Green and Purple colors were already available in China, Purple has been excluded from the global launch. As for the Leica Edition, its exclusive color options are expected to be Black and Off-White, though images of these have not yet been released.
In terms of performance, both the Xiaomi 17 and Xiaomi 17 Ultra in China come with Qualcomm’s latest Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 processor. The Ultra phone features a large 6.9-inch LTPO AMOLED display with support for a 120Hz refresh rate.
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra stands out in the camera segment. It features a triple rear camera setup with Leica branding. It includes a 50MP main camera, a 50MP ultrawide lens, and a powerful 200MP telephoto camera. This setup is specifically designed for landscape, portrait, and street photography.
Xiaomi has also introduced a new photography kit with it, featuring a redesigned ergonomic grip and magnetic attachment support, making this phone an even more attractive option for camera enthusiasts. For power backup, it features a 6,800mAh battery that supports 90W wired and 50W wireless charging.
According to leaks, the global Xiaomi 17 Ultra will have a reduced battery capacity of 6,000mAh. Reports suggest the global model will remain 8.29mm thick and weigh approximately 223 grams. However, the Leica Edition is said to be slightly thicker at 8.46mm and heavier at approximately 230 grams.
The base model Xiaomi 17 phone comes with a compact 6.3-inch OLED display in China, but despite this, it has a large 7,000mAh battery, making it unique in the compact flagship segment. The camera setup includes a 50MP primary sensor, a 50MP ultrawide camera, and a 50MP telephoto lens, which uses the Leica 60mm floating lens design. This could be a good option for customers who want a small phone but appreciate excellent camera and performance.
The global launch of the upcoming Xiaomi 17 series could once again take place around MWC. This time, the company could compete with Apple and Samsung in the segment due to its premium features. We will provide you with further updates on the lineup. Keep reading 91Mobiles.
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