Xiaomi 17 Pro and 17 Pro Max announced: Flagship Phones with Personality

Thursday, 25 September 2025 at 22:19

Xiaomi’s newest phones, the 17 Pro and 17 Pro Max, aren’t just about raw power. They’re about combining style, performance, and features in a way that feels thoughtful. If you’ve ever wanted a phone that works hard and still feels personal, these might be it.

A Display That Adapts

The 17 Pro has a 6.3-inch OLED screen that doesn’t just look sharp—it adjusts its refresh rate from 1Hz up to 120Hz. That means smoother scrolling when you need it and better battery life when you don’t. The tiny 1.18mm bezels make the display feel endless. On the back, there’s a small 2.7-inch AMOLED panel. It’s not a gimmick—it can show notifications, let you snap selfies with the main camera, or even entertain you with dynamic wallpapers.

The 17 Pro Max takes it further. A 6.9-inch 2K display makes movies, games, and photos pop. Xiaomi uses a pixel array that’s more efficient than a standard 2K screen, and the rear 2.9-inch display gives you quick access to useful info. Both phones reach a stunning 3500 nits, so outdoor readability isn’t an issue.

Fun with the Back Display

You can turn the secondary screen into a mini playground:

Set AI wallpapers or custom clock faces
Watch “Pangda,” a little virtual pet, react to your gestures
Keep pins, QR codes, or reminders at a glance
See notifications from rides, deliveries, or flights

Close the main display, and suddenly the phone becomes a handheld console. Pair it with a Bluetooth case, and it feels like a retro gaming device. It’s clever, playful, and surprisingly useful.

Cameras That Impress

The main camera uses Leica Summilux optics. It’s 50MP with a large sensor, which means more detail and better low-light photos.

17 Pro: Telephoto lens supports macro shots from 20cm
17 Pro Max: 5x periscope lens captures faraway subjects clearly, with 30% better light intake

Front cameras are also 50MP, letting you record 4K video or snap crisp selfies. The ultra-wide lenses make group shots easy.

Battery That Lasts

These phones are surprisingly efficient given their size. The 17 Pro packs 6300mAh, while the 17 Pro Max has 7500mAh. Fast charging works both wired and wireless, and you can even reverse-charge other devices at 22.5W. They’ll keep up with heavy use without feeling like a burden.

Performance

Powered by Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, both phones handle games, multitasking, and apps without breaking a sweat. You get up to 16GB RAM, plenty of storage options, and smooth operation with Xiaomi HyperOS 3.