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17 4G
Released August 1, 20264GB + 128GB / 4GKES 19,499
4GB + 256GB / 4GKES 23,999
6GB + 256GB / 4GKES 27,499
Display | 6.9-inch fully laminated LCD, 1600 × 720 HD+ resolution, adaptive refresh rate up to 120Hz, touch-sampling rate up to 240Hz, Gorilla Glass 7i and TÜV Rheinland eye-comfort certifications |
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Processor | MediaTek Helio G91-Ultra 12nm octa-core processor with Cortex-A75 and Cortex-A55 CPU cores clocked up to 2.0GHz and Mali-G52 MC2 graphics |
Storage | 128GB or 256GB eMMC 5.1 internal storage with a dedicated microSD slot supporting expansion up to 2TB |
Brightness | 675 nits typical maximum brightness and up to 825 nits in high-brightness mode |
Colors | Black, Deep Blue, Lotus Purple and Oak Green |
Camera | 50MP f/1.8 main camera with an auxiliary lens; 8MP f/2.05 front camera |
Video | Rear and front cameras record up to 1080p at 30fps; also supports 720p at 30fps and dual-camera video recording |
Battery | 7500mAh typical dual-cell lithium-polymer battery; 7350mAh rated capacity |
Charging | 45W wired turbo charging, up to 22.5W wired reverse charging and support for PD 2.0, PD 3.0 and PPS |
Audio | Dual stereo speakers with up to 300% volume enhancement, 3.5mm headphone jack, FM radio and support for AAC, SBC and LDAC Bluetooth audio |
Connectivity | Dual-SIM 4G LTE, dual-band Wi-Fi 5, Bluetooth 5.4, NFC depending on market, GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou, FM radio, USB Type-C 2.0 and USB OTG |
Durability | IP64-rated dust and splash resistance with Corning Gorilla Glass 7i display protection and Wet Touch technology |
Biometrics | Side-mounted fingerprint sensor and AI face unlock |
Software | Xiaomi HyperOS 3 with HyperIsland, Google Assistant, Gemini support, camera Film modes, Dual Video, Reading Mode and memory-extension features |
In the Box | REDMI 17 handset, USB Type-C cable, SIM ejector tool, safety information, quick-start guide and warranty card; charger availability varies by market |
Video Review
Summary
The REDMI 17 4G is a budget smartphone centred on exceptional battery endurance, a large display and everyday practicality. Its 7500mAh battery, 45W charging, 120Hz screen, stereo speakers and expandable storage make it suitable for long days of communication and entertainment. However, its HD+ LCD, eMMC storage, basic secondary camera and 4G-only connectivity reflect its affordable positioning.
Key Advantages
- Massive 7500mAh battery
- Supports 45W turbo charging
- Supports up to 22.5W wired reverse charging
- Large 6.9-inch display
- Smooth adaptive refresh rate of up to 120Hz
- Durable Corning Gorilla Glass 7i protection
- IP64 dust and splash resistance
- 50MP main camera
- Dual stereo speakers with enhanced volume
- Expandable storage support up to 2TB
- Dedicated microSD card slot
- 3.5mm headphone jack and FM radio
- Side-mounted fingerprint sensor
- Bluetooth 5.4 with LDAC support
- Useful dynamic RGB notification light
Critical Limitations
- Does not support 5G connectivity
- HD+ resolution is relatively low for the large 6.9-inch display
- Uses an LCD panel instead of AMOLED
- Helio G91-Ultra is intended for everyday use rather than demanding gaming
- Uses slower eMMC 5.1 storage
- No ultrawide or dedicated macro camera
- Video recording is limited to 1080p at 30fps
- Heavy 232g construction
- No wireless charging
- No charger is included in the standard global package
- NFC availability depends on the market
- No clearly defined long-term Android upgrade commitment
Recommended For
- Budget-conscious smartphone buyers
- Users who prioritize exceptionally long battery life
- Students who need an affordable everyday phone
- Delivery riders, field workers and frequent travellers
- Users who enjoy watching videos on a large screen
- People who need expandable storage
- Buyers who value stereo speakers and a headphone jack
- Users who want a phone capable of reverse-charging other devices
Not Recommended For
- Buyers who require 5G connectivity
- Users who want an AMOLED or Full HD+ display
- Competitive and demanding mobile gamers
- Photography enthusiasts who need ultrawide or telephoto cameras
- Users who prefer compact and lightweight phones
- Buyers who need 4K video recording
- Users who require wireless charging
- People seeking flagship-level performance or long-term software support
