Xiaomi’s flagship duo, the 17 and 17 Ultra, turned heads in China late last year, and now the global hype is building fast. Fresh leaks spilling European pricing and color choices have fans buzzing—could these beasts finally take on the top dogs at MWC? No official launch date yet, but whispers point to a March debut, maybe even sneaking into February. With Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 power, Leica cameras, and monster batteries, they’re packing serious punch for international shelves.
Leaked European Pricing Breakdown
Word on the street from a 91Mobiles exclusive (citing insider sources) pegs the Xiaomi 17 at around €999 (about Rs. 91,000) for the 12GB RAM + 512GB variant. That’s holding steady with last year’s Xiaomi 15, which kicked off at the same price for its 12GB + 256GB model.
The real wallet-test is the 17 Ultra: expect €1,499 (roughly Rs. 1,36,500) for 16GB RAM + 512GB. No hike from the Xiaomi 15 Ultra’s launch price either—smart move by Xiaomi to keep premium accessible without sticker shock. Both should offer up to 16GB RAM and 512GB storage globally, mirroring Chinese configs but potentially tweaked for regional bands.
Screenshots from the leak flaunt the Xiaomi 17 in classic black and fresh green. The Ultra ups the ante with black, blue, green, and white options—plenty of flair to match your vibe.
China Specs Coming Global?
These aren’t just pretty faces. Straight from their China rollout—the standard 17 dropped in September, Ultra in December—they’re loaded. Both run Android 16-based HyperOS 3, fueled by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for buttery gaming, AI tricks, and multitasking marathons.
The 17 rocks a compact 6.3-inch 1.5K OLED display with 120Hz refresh—perfect for one-handed use without skimping on vibrancy. Battery life? A whopping 7,000mAh with 100W wired and 50W wireless charging to zip back to full fast.
Step up to the Ultra, and it’s a 6.9-inch 1.5K LTPO AMOLED beast—smarter power management, higher brightness for outdoor glory. Its 6,800mAh battery edges close, backed by 90W wired and 50W wireless. Both promise all-day (or two) endurance, a Xiaomi hallmark lately.
Cameras scream Leica luxury: triple rear setups tuned for pro-level shots, variable apertures, and that signature color science. Front-facing 50MP selfie cams handle portraits like champs. Expect the Ultra to flex harder with telephoto zoom and low-light magic.
Launch Timeline and What to Expect
Rumors swirl around MWC 2026 in March for the big unveil, though some leaks nudge a February surprise. China timelines hint Xiaomi’s staggering rollouts—standard first, Ultra following—to build hype. Global variants might tweak software for Google services, but core hardware should match.
Priced competitively against Galaxy S26 or iPhone rivals, these could disrupt. The 17 appeals to compact flagship lovers; Ultra’s for those craving the ultimate screen-and-camera combo. Colors pop, batteries dominate, and that Snapdragon muscle ensures future-proofing.
Xiaomi’s on a roll post-15 series—refining what works, amping battery obsession, Leica polish. If prices hold and launch hits, Europe (and beyond) gets a treat. Fingers crossed for India pricing too; Rs. 91k-1.36L feels ambitious but doable. Who’s adding to watchlists?
