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17 5G
Released August 1, 20264GB + 128GB / 5GKES 30,999
Display | 6.9-inch LCD, 1600 × 720 HD+ resolution, adaptive refresh rate up to 120Hz, touch-sampling rate up to 240Hz, 1400:1 contrast ratio, Gorilla Glass 7i and TÜV Rheinland eye-comfort certifications |
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Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 5 4nm octa-core processor with Cortex-A78 and Cortex-A55 CPU cores clocked up to 2.4GHz and Adreno graphics |
Storage | 128GB or 256GB UFS 2.2 internal storage with microSD expansion support up to 2TB through the hybrid card tray |
Brightness | 675 nits typical maximum brightness and up to 825 nits in high-brightness mode |
Colors | Black, Deep Blue and Vivid Orange |
Camera | 50MP f/1.8 main camera with a five-element lens and auxiliary sensor; 8MP f/2.05 front camera |
Video | Rear and front cameras record up to 1080p at 30fps; supports 720p at 30fps, time-lapse and simultaneous front-and-rear Dual Video |
Battery | 7500mAh typical non-removable battery |
Charging | 45W wired turbo charging and up to 22.5W wired reverse charging through USB Type-C |
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 5G SA/NSA, 4G LTE, dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.1, NFC, GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou, FM radio, USB Type-C 2.0 and USB OTG |
Durability | IP64-rated dust and splash resistance, Corning Gorilla Glass 7i protection and Wet Touch technology |
Biometrics | Side-mounted fingerprint sensor and AI face unlock |
Software | Xiaomi HyperOS 3 with HyperIsland, memory extension, customizable RGB notifications, battery-management tools, Google services and a claimed 48-month like-new software experience |
In the Box | REDMI 17 5G handset, USB Type-C cable, SIM ejector tool, safety information, quick-start guide and warranty card; the standard global package does not include a power adapter |
Video Review
Summary
The REDMI 17 5G is an affordable large-screen smartphone focused on battery endurance and practical 5G connectivity. Its 7500mAh battery, 45W charging, efficient Snapdragon 4 Gen 5 processor, UFS 2.2 storage, stereo speakers and expandable storage make it well suited to everyday communication, streaming and long periods away from a charger. Its main compromises are the low-resolution LCD, modest cameras, heavy body and entry-level gaming performance.
Key Advantages
- Affordable 5G connectivity
- Massive 7500mAh battery
- Supports 45W turbo charging
- Supports up to 22.5W wired reverse charging
- Power-efficient 4nm Snapdragon processor
- Faster UFS 2.2 storage
- Large 6.9-inch display
- Smooth adaptive refresh rate up to 120Hz
- 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
- 3.5mm headphone jack and FM radio
- NFC support
- Practical dynamic RGB notification light
- Xiaomi claims a 48-month like-new software experience
Critical Limitations
- HD+ resolution is relatively low for a 6.9-inch display
- Uses an LCD panel instead of AMOLED
- Only 4GB or 6GB of physical RAM
- Snapdragon 4 Gen 5 is unsuitable for demanding games
- No ultrawide or telephoto camera
- Basic 8MP front camera
- Video recording is limited to 1080p at 30fps
- Heavy 232g construction
- Large body may be uncomfortable for one-handed use
- No wireless charging
- No optical image stabilization
- Uses a hybrid SIM and microSD tray
- Bluetooth 5.1 is older than the 4G model's Bluetooth 5.4
- Power adapter is not included in the standard global package
- No clearly defined long-term Android upgrade commitment
Recommended For
- Budget-conscious buyers who want 5G
- Users who prioritize exceptionally long battery life
- Students who need an affordable everyday phone
- Field workers, delivery riders and frequent travellers
- Users who regularly stream 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 charging other devices
- People upgrading from an older entry-level 4G phone
Not Recommended For
- Users who want an AMOLED or Full HD+ display
- Competitive and demanding mobile gamers
- Photography enthusiasts who require versatile cameras
- Users who need optical image stabilization
- Buyers who prefer compact and lightweight phones
- People who require 4K video recording
- Users who need wireless charging
- Buyers seeking flagship-level performance
- People who require a clearly guaranteed long-term Android update policy
