The all-new Xiaomi 17 Series was launched last night, signaling that they will continue to change the smartphone competition in the Philippines. The Xiaomi 17 Series continues its longstanding mission of advancing flagship mobile photography with the latest evolutions in its partnership with legendary camera manufacturer Leica.
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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.
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.
Elite Performance Meets Cutting-Edge Power
The Xiaomi 17 series is powered by one of the best processors today, the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite. It delivers unmatched performance and the most advanced feature set found on a mobile processor. Combined with next-generation Ardeno GPU, Hexagon NPU, memory and storage, the Xiaomi 17 series can handle the most demanding tasks and will easily meet user needs. Whether it’s high-clarity video calls, high-productivity multitasking, graphics-intensive gaming or rapid-fire photo and video capture, surely the Xiaomi 17 series will get the job done with flying colors.
The Xiaomi 17 Series introduces up to 100W HyperCharge and, in addition, 100W PD-PPS charging, which opens up a wide range of compatible chargers. The Xiaomi 17 Ultra houses a massive 6000mAh battery capacity, supporting 90W wired HyperCharge and 50W wireless HyperCharge, while the Xiaomi 17 boasts an even larger 6330mAh battery capacity with 100W wired HyperCharge and 50W wireless HyperCharge.
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Refined Display Technology and Timeless Design
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.
The Xiaomi 17 Series’ minimalist design prioritizes elegance and a professional look. Clean lines, smooth edges, and a streamlined layout create a simple, confident appearance that reflects the series’ refinement.
The thinnest and lightest Xiaomi Ultra yet, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra measures just 8.29mm thick and weighs as
little as 218.4g, sporting a refined, all-flat body with ultra-thin bezels and a newly repositioned, smaller,
less intrusive camera deco housing. Xiaomi Guardian Structure ensures robust durability with Xiaomi Shield Glass 3.0, offering 30% greater drop resistance than Xiaomi 15 Ultra, a high-strength fiberglass back, an aluminum alloy frame, and an IP68 rating for comprehensive protection against dust and moisture.
For an even more compact imaging and technology experience, Xiaomi 17 measures at 8.06mm in
thickness and weighs just 191g, 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, it features a redesigned camera deco, significantly reduced curvature in the frame
transition, and ultra-slim 1.18mm bezels. 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
IP68 certification, ensuring durability and peace of mind.
Xiaomi 17 Pricing 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.
But Wait! There’s More!
Those who preorder the Xiaomi 17 will get the chance to win a Leica Q3 camera worth P417,000. You also get special benefits worth P20,999: a free three-month subscription to Google AI Pro and 2TB of storage, free four-month access to Spotify Premium, 24-month quality assurance, free screen replacement in the first six months, and out-of-warranty repair with free labor during the warranty period.
