Xiaomi 17 Series Officially Lands in PH
Xiaomi has officially unveiled the all-new Xiaomi 17 Series in the Philippines, reinforcing its long-standing imaging partnership with Leica and raising the bar once again for flagship smartphone photography. The new lineup introduces the Xiaomi 17 and Xiaomi 17 Ultra—two devices engineered to deliver elite camera performance, premium design, and cutting-edge hardware in refined, durable builds.
With Leica’s legendary optical expertise deeply integrated into the system, Xiaomi positions the 17 Series as more than just smartphones—they’re professional imaging tools built for creators, enthusiasts, and power users who demand uncompromising performance.
Refined Design with Xiaomi Guardian Structure
The Xiaomi 17 Series embraces a minimalist yet professional aesthetic. Clean lines, smooth transitions, and refined Golden Arc curves create a confident, premium in-hand feel. Ultra-thin bezels made possible by advanced LIPO manufacturing techniques deliver an immersive near-borderless viewing experience.
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra is the thinnest and lightest Ultra model yet, measuring just 8.29mm and weighing as little as 218.4g. It features a flatter body profile, slimmer camera housing, and premium finishes available in Black, White, and Starlit Green. Durability is reinforced through Xiaomi Guardian Structure, which includes Xiaomi Shield Glass 3.0 with 30% improved drop resistance, a high-strength fiberglass back, aluminum alloy frame, and IP68 dust and water resistance.
Meanwhile, the Xiaomi 17 measures 8.06mm thin and weighs 191g, striking an impressive balance between compact form and flagship power. It comes in Venture Green, Alpine Pink, Ice Blue, and Black. It also benefits from Xiaomi Guardian Structure, featuring a 6M42 aluminum frame, Xiaomi Shield Glass, and IP68 certification.
Xiaomi × Leica: Professional Imaging Redefined
The Xiaomi 17 Series continues Xiaomi’s strategic collaboration with Leica, integrating Leica optical engineering into both models. Multi-layer lens coatings reduce glare and ghosting, while Leica color science ensures accurate tones and cinematic rendering across varying lighting conditions.
Xiaomi 17 Ultra Camera System
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra introduces Xiaomi’s first-ever 1-inch LOFIC main sensor—the Light Fusion 1050L—designed to improve full-well capacity and deliver next-generation HDR performance. Its headline feature is the Leica 200MP 75–100mm telephoto camera with mechanical optical zoom. This Leica APO-grade lens minimizes color fringing and ghosting while expanding digitally up to 400mm equivalent reach for long-distance photography.
Videography capabilities are equally elite, supporting Dolby Vision® and ACES Log recording at up to 4K 120fps on both main and telephoto cameras. It also supports 8K recording at 30fps.
For creators, Xiaomi introduces the optional Xiaomi 17 Ultra Photography Kit, which includes a customizable two-stage shutter, dedicated video button, wrist strap, and IP54-rated grip for a more professional shooting experience.
Xiaomi 17 Camera System
The Xiaomi 17 features the Light Fusion 950 sensor (1/1.31”) with 2.4μm 4-in-1 Super Pixel technology and 13.5EV dynamic range for impressive detail retention. It includes a Leica 60mm floating telephoto lens with 5x optical-level zoom, 10cm macro, and 20x AI Ultra Zoom. A new 50MP front camera enhances autofocus performance for sharp self-portraits.
Video features include 4K 60fps Dolby Vision® and Log recording, offering creators robust color grading flexibility.
Elite Performance Powered by Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
Both devices are powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 Mobile Platform built on a 3nm process. Featuring Qualcomm’s 3rd Gen Oryon CPU, next-generation Adreno GPU, and Hexagon NPU, the chipset handles demanding tasks including gaming, 8K video recording, AI workflows, and heavy multitasking with ease.
The Xiaomi 17 supports up to 12GB LPDDR5X RAM with UFS 4.1 storage (256GB/512GB), while the Xiaomi 17 Ultra scales up to 16GB RAM with 512GB or 1TB storage options.
Battery capacity is massive on both devices. The Xiaomi 17 houses a 6330mAh Surge Battery with 100W wired and 50W wireless HyperCharge. The Xiaomi 17 Ultra includes a 6000mAh battery with 90W wired and 50W wireless charging support. Both utilize advanced silicon-enhanced battery chemistry for improved energy density.
Display Technology: Brighter, Smarter, More Efficient
The Xiaomi 17 features a 6.3-inch CrystalRes OLED panel with 2656 x 1220 resolution, 1–120Hz LTPO refresh rate, and up to 3,500 nits peak brightness. It supports HDR10+, Dolby Vision®, DC dimming, and carries multiple TÜV Rheinland certifications.
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra steps up with a 6.9-inch Xiaomi HyperRGB OLED display featuring a redesigned subpixel layout for improved clarity and efficiency. It maintains 3,500 nits peak brightness, LTPO adaptive refresh rate, and full Dolby Vision® support.
Price and Availability in the Philippines
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (512GB) is priced at P99,999 SRP, with a special Shopee preorder price of P84,999. Preorders include a free Xiaomi Watch 5 and Xiaomi 17 Ultra Photography Kit.
The Xiaomi 17 is available in two variants:
• 256GB – P53,599 SRP (Preorder: P49,999)
• 512GB – P55,999 SRP (Preorder: P53,999)
Preorders for Xiaomi 17 include a free Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm.
Buyers of the Xiaomi 17 also get a chance to win a Leica Q3 camera worth P417,000, plus bundled benefits valued at P20,999 including Google AI Pro with 2TB storage (3 months), Spotify Premium (4 months), 24-month quality assurance, free screen replacement within 6 months, and free labor for out-of-warranty repairs during the warranty period.
