Xiaomi 17 and 17 Ultra: All the details on the new Leica flagships
of Nils Ahrensmeier 
on February 28, 2026, 15:30 | Write a comment
Xiaomi has officially unveiled its latest generation of smartphones, the Xiaomi 17 series, ahead of MWC. The focus of the new flagship models is an intensified partnership with Leica in the area of cameras.. The Xiaomi 17 and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra also rely on the new Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5.
Design and display: Focus on robustness and ergonomics
While the Xiaomi 17 Ultra, at 8,29 mm, is the manufacturer's thinnest Ultra model to date, the standard model weighs only 191 g.. A new aluminum frame (6M42) and the “Xiaomi Shield Glass 3.0” are designed to increase drop resistance by 30 percent compared to its predecessor.. Both devices are IP68-rated for dust and water protection..
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- The new Xiaomi 17 series features a minimalist design with optimized Leica cameras. (Image: Xiaomi)
The displays use new OLED panels (M10 panel) that achieve a peak brightness of up to 3.500 nits.. An LTPO refresh rate of 1 to 120 Hz ensures energy efficiency, while the Ultra model additionally introduces "HyperRGB" technology for increased image clarity..
Camera: 1-inch sensor and 200 MP telephoto lens
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra is the centerpiece of the series for mobile photography. It uses Xiaomi's first 1-inch LOFIC main camera sensor (Light Fusion 1050L), which is said to offer significantly higher dynamic range and better HDR performance thanks to advanced condenser technology.. This is complemented by a 200 MP telephoto camera with mechanical optical zoom (75-100 mm), which allows a focal length of up to 400 mm (17,2x zoom)..
The more compact Xiaomi 17 uses the Light Fusion 950 sensor (1/1,31 inch) and a floating 60mm telephoto lens from Leica, which supports 5x optical zoom and macro shots from 10cm..
Technical specifications at a glance:
Processor: Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 Mobile Platform.
Battery of the Ultra model: 6.000 mAh; 90 W wired / 50 W wireless.
Standard battery: 6.330 mAh; 100 W wired / 50 W wireless.
Memory: Up to 16 GB RAM and 1 TB internal storage (Ultra).
Video: Up to 4K at 120 fps (Ultra) including Dolby Vision and Log recording.
Software: Xiaomi HyperOS; 5 generations of Android upgrades and 6 years of security updates.
Prices and availability
The Xiaomi 17 series is now available for pre-order. At launch, buyers will have access to various bundle options and trial periods for services such as Google AI Pro (3 months), YouTube Premium (3 months) and Spotify Premium (4 months)..
As optional accessories, Xiaomi offers the "Photography Kit" for €99,90 and a Pro version with an integrated 2.000 mAh battery and physical shutter release for €199,90.. During the early bird period (February 28th to March 14th), these kits can be purchased at a significantly reduced price (from €9,90) when buying an Ultra model..
Models and prices (MSRP):
Xiaomi 17 (12 GB + 256 GB): EUR 999,90.
Xiaomi 17 (12 GB + 512 GB): EUR 1.099,90.
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (16GB + 512GB): EUR 1.499,90.
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (16GB + 1TB): 1.699,90 euros (special offer price until March 14: 1.549,90 euros).