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Xiaomi 17 (12GB + 512GB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£600RAM capacity:12 GBInternal storage:512 GBScreen size:6.3 inchesMain camera megapixels:50 MP & 50 MP & 50 MP

Xiaomi 17 (12GB + 512GB) Review: Compare 197 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartphones category and whether it is worth buying.

9.1/10

Overall score

Score
9.1/ 10
✕
What it is
An overall evaluation of the smartphone's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best smartphones on the market.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 99% of models
Score components

90%

9.1

Technical score

10%

?

User score

★Better than 99% of smartphones
8.6

Value for money

Value for money
8.6/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 99% of models
Score components

70%

9.1

Overall score

30%

7.4

Price

★Better than 99%
9.1

Technical score

Technical score
9.1/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 99% of models
Score components

25%

9.1

Performance & Hardware

18%

9.2

Camera

15%

8.9

Display

15%

9.4

Battery

10%

9.3

Software

10%

8.9

Connectivity

4%

8.8

Audio

3%

8.2

Design

★Better than 99%
?

User score

User score
8.0/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 70% of models
Score components

70%

?

User ratings

30%

?

Number of reviews

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Where to buy
    N/A~ £600
Best rankings
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Other versions:
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Technical Specifications of smartphone Xiaomi 17 (12GB + 512GB)

Technical score
Technical score
9.1/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 100% of models
Score components:

25%

9.1

Performance & Hardware

18%

9.2

Camera

15%

8.9

Display

15%

9.4

Battery

10%

9.3

Software

10%

8.9

Connectivity

4%

8.8

Audio

3%

8.2

Design

9.1
User score
User score
8.0/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 70% of models
Score components

70%

?

User ratings

30%

?

Number of reviews

?
Popularity
Popularity
1.0/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the smartphone.
When it matters
When you prefer to purchase a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 99% of models
Popularity:
Xiaomi 17 (12GB + 512GB) has a popularity of 1 point, which is lower than 63.9% of smartphones.
1.0
Value for money
Value for money
8.6/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 99% of models
Score components:

70%

9.1

Overall score

30%

7.4

Price

8.6
Brand name
Xiaomi
Processor model
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
This smartphone uses the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 processor which is faster than processors in 98.1% of smartphones and equal to processors in 1.5% of smartphones.
RAM capacity
12 GB
Market range: <4 GB – >16 GB
This smartphone has a RAM capacity of 12 GB which is larger than the RAM capacity of 59% of smartphones and equal to that of 24.3% of smartphones.
Internal storage
512 GB
Market range: <64 GB – >512 GB
This smartphone has an internal storage capacity of 512 GB which is larger than the storage of 77.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 17.2% of smartphones.
CPU boost clock speed
4.6 GHz
Market range: <2 GHz – >3.3 GHz
The CPU boost clock speed of this smartphone is 4.6 GHz which is higher than the boost speed of 98.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.5% of smartphones.
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Operating system
Android
This smartphone uses the Android operating system, which outperforms that of 1%.
HyperOS 3 (based on Android 16)
Android version
Android 16
This smartphone runs Android version Android 16 which is newer than that found in 95.6% of smartphones and equal to that in 4.4% of smartphones.
Direct OS updates
yes
This smartphone receives direct OS updates. 20.6% of smartphones receive direct updates.
Open-source OS
yes
This smartphone uses an open-source OS. 94.6% of smartphones use an open-source OS.
Dark mode
yes
This smartphone offers dark mode. 95.8% of smartphones support this feature.
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Multi-lens main camera
yes
This smartphone includes a multi-lens main camera system. 93.7% of smartphones include multi-lens setups.
Main camera megapixels
50 MP & 50 MP & 50 MP
Market range: <10 – >100
This smartphone has a main camera resolution of 50 MP & 50 MP & 50 MP which is higher than that of 72.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 2.5% of smartphones.
Main camera aperture
f/1.7 & f/2.0 & f/2.4
This smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.7 & f/2.0 & f/2.4 which is wider than that of 86.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.2% of smartphones.
selfie
Main camera sensor area
72 mm²
Market range: <19.7 mm² – >71.4 mm²
This smartphone has a main camera sensor area of 72 mm² which is larger than the main camera sensor area of 90.4% of smartphones and equal to that of 4.5% of smartphones.
Main camera pixel size
1.2 µm
Market range: <0.64 µm – >1.22 µm
This smartphone has a main camera pixel size of 1.2 µm which is larger than in 83.8% of smartphones and equal to the size in 4.9% of smartphones.
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Number of SIM slots
2
Market range: <1 – >6
This smartphone has 2 SIM slots, which is more than in 3.8% of smartphones and equal to the number in 96.1% of smartphones.
2 Nano-SIM (Dual SIM dual standby)
Cellular module
yes
This smartphone includes a cellular module. 100% of smartphones include cellular modules.
5G connectivity
yes
This smartphone supports 5G connectivity. 66.9% of smartphones support 5G.
LTE support
yes
This smartphone supports LTE. 99.7% of smartphones include LTE connectivity.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This smartphone supports Wi-Fi connectivity. 100% of smartphones offer Wi-Fi support.
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Screen size
6.3 inches
Market range: <6.3 inches – >6.82 inches
This smartphone has a screen size of 6.3 inches which is smaller than the screens of 89% of smartphones and equal to those of 1.8% of smartphones.
Screen resolution
1220x 2656 px
This smartphone has a screen resolution of 1220x2656 px which is higher than that of 75.6% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.3% of smartphones.
Pixel density
464 ppi
Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
This smartphone has a pixel density of 464 ppi which is higher than that of 91.6% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.3% of smartphones.
Display type
OLED/AMOLED
This smartphone uses a OLED/AMOLED display type. 58.6% of smartphones use this display technology.
LTPO AMOLED
Refresh rate
120 Hz
Market range: <60 Hz – >144 Hz
This smartphone supports a refresh rate of 120 Hz which is higher than in 34.7% of smartphones and equal to that in 55.2% of smartphones.
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Battery capacity
7,000 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
This smartphone has a battery capacity of 7,000 mAh which is larger than the batteries in 86% of smartphones and equal to those in 4.8% of smartphones.
Charging speed
100 W
Market range: <15 W – >90 W
This smartphone supports charging speeds of 100 W which is faster than in 90.1% of smartphones and equal to speeds in 4.2% of smartphones.
Fast charging
yes
This smartphone supports fast charging. 93.1% of smartphones support fast charging.
GSMArena full wired charge time
?
Wireless charging
yes
This smartphone supports wireless charging. 25.2% of smartphones support wireless charging.
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Stereo speakers
yes
This smartphone includes stereo speakers. 64.4% of smartphones provide stereo audio.
3.5 mm headphone jack
no
This smartphone does not include a 3.5 mm headphone jack. 45.5% of smartphones offer this port.
Number of microphones
?
FM radio
no
This smartphone does not include an FM radio. 34.2% of smartphones offer FM radio functionality.
aptX Lossless
yes
This smartphone supports aptX Lossless. 12.9% of smartphones provide aptX Lossless.
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Height
151.1 mm
Market range: <156.2 mm – >171.56 mm
This smartphone has a height of 151.1 mm which is shorter than 94.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.3% of smartphones.
Width
71.8 mm
Market range: <73.1 mm – >81 mm
This smartphone has a width of 71.8 mm which is narrower than 93.9% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.6% of smartphones.
Thickness
8.1 mm
Market range: <7.53 mm – >10.5 mm
This smartphone has a thickness of 8.1 mm which is thinner than 58.9% of smartphones and equal to that of 4.2% of smartphones.
Weight
191 g
Market range: <175 g – >256 g
This smartphone weighs 191 g which is lighter than 62.1% of smartphones and equal to the weight of 1.3% of smartphones.
Device volume
85,768 cm³
Market range: <80 cm³ – >190 cm³
This smartphone has a device volume of 85,768 cm³ which is smaller than 80.6% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.3% of smartphones.
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Xiaomi 17 (12GB + 512GB) vs the average smartphone

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  • 2.25x larger main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a larger main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (72 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average main camera sensor area is 32 mm².
    72 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • 40% larger battery capacity
    This smartphone has a larger battery capacity than the average smartphone (7,000 mAh vs 5,000 mAh). The average smartphone battery is 5,000 mAh.
    7,000 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • 2.6 x higher optical zoom
    This smartphone offers higher optical zoom than the average smartphone (2.6 x vs 0 x).
    2.6 x vs 0 x
  • 91.7% higher CPU boost clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (4.6 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    4.6 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • 3.03x faster charging speed
    This smartphone supports a faster charging speed than the average smartphone (100 W vs 33 W). The average charging speed is 33 W.
    100 W vs 33 W
  • Has optical image stabilization
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • 3.79x higher Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    This smartphone scores better in Geekbench 6 single-core than the average smartphone (3,566 vs 942). The average smartphone scores 942 in single-core.
    3,566 vs 942
  • 50% smaller process node
    This smartphone uses a smaller process node than the average smartphone (3 nm vs 6 nm). The average process node size is 6 nm.
    3 nm vs 6 nm
  • 17% better value for money
    Xiaomi 17 (12GB + 512GB) has better value for money than the average smartphone (8.58 vs 7.3).
    8.58 vs 7.34
  • 91.7% higher CPU boost clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (4.6 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    4.6 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • 50% smaller process node
    This smartphone uses a smaller process node than the average smartphone (3 nm vs 6 nm). The average process node size is 6 nm.
    3 nm vs 6 nm
  • 3.79x higher Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    This smartphone scores better in Geekbench 6 single-core than the average smartphone (3,566 vs 942). The average smartphone scores 942 in single-core.
    3,566 vs 942
  • 2x more storage
    This smartphone offers more internal storage than the average smartphone (512 GB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone provides 256 GB of internal storage.
    512 GB vs 256 GB
  • Better processor
    This smartphone features a better processor than the average smartphone (Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • 80.8% higher PCMark Work 3.0 Performance benchmark
    This smartphone has a higher PCMark Work 3.0 performance score than the average smartphone (19,501 vs 10,783). The average score is 10,783.
    19,501 vs 10,783
  • Higher CPU base clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU base clock speed than the average smartphone (2x4.6 GHz & 6x3.62 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz). The average smartphone has a base clock speed of 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz.
    2x4.6 GHz & 6x3.62 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz
  • 4 GB more RAM
    This smartphone has more RAM capacity than the average smartphone (12 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    12 GB vs 8 GB
  • 11.72x more L2 cache
    This smartphone has more L2 cache than the average smartphone (12,000 KB vs 1,024 KB). The average L2 cache is 1,024 KB.
    Xiaomi 17 does not exist as a commercial product yet; information found pertains to a theoretical/future SoC named "XRING 1" which might be in the future Xiaomi 17, and the total L2 cache for that SoC is 16MB
    12,000 KB vs 1,024 KB
  • 3.31x higher memory bandwidth
    This smartphone has higher memory bandwidth than the average smartphone (84.8 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s). The average memory bandwidth is 25.6 GB/s.
    84.8 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s
  • 4.01x higher Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    This smartphone scores better in Geekbench 6 multi-core than the average smartphone (10,162 vs 2,533). The average smartphone scores 2,533 in multi-core.
    10,162 vs 2,533
  • 6x more shader units
    This smartphone features more shader units than the average smartphone (1,536 vs 256). The average smartphone has 256 shader units.
    1,536 vs 256
  • 4.74x higher 3DMark Wild Life Extreme benchmark
    This smartphone performs better in 3DMark Wild Life Extreme than the average smartphone (5,808 vs 1,226). The average smartphone scores 1,226.
    5,808 vs 1,226
  • 92.7% faster memory speed
    This smartphone supports faster memory speed than the average smartphone (5,300 MHz vs 2,750 MHz). The average smartphone supports 2,750 MHz memory speed.
    5,300 MHz vs 2,750 MHz
  • Newer DDR memory version
    This smartphone supports a newer DDR version than the average smartphone (5 vs 4). The average DDR version is 4.
    LPDDR5X
    5 vs 4
  • 26.3% faster GPU clock
    This smartphone has a higher GPU frequency than the average smartphone (1,200 MHz vs 950 MHz). The average smartphone GPU frequency is 950 MHz.
    1,200 MHz vs 950 MHz
  • 84.5% more transistors
    This smartphone has more transistors than the average smartphone (19,000 million vs 10,300 million). The average smartphone includes 10,300 million transistors.
    19,000 million vs 10,300 million
  • 2x more L3 cache
    This smartphone has more L3 cache than the average smartphone (8,192 KB vs 4,096 KB). The average L3 cache is 4,096 KB.
    8,192 KB vs 4,096 KB
  • 2 more memory channels
    This smartphone has more memory channels than the average smartphone (4 vs 2). The average smartphone has 2 memory channels.
    4 vs 2
  • Supports newer OpenCL version
    This smartphone supports a newer OpenCL version than the average smartphone (3 vs 2). The average version is 2.
    3 vs 2
  • 33.3% lower TDP
    This smartphone has a lower TDP than the average smartphone (8 W vs 6 W). The average TDP for smartphones is 6 W.
    8 W vs 6 W
  • 14.3% higher maximum RAM
    This smartphone supports more maximum RAM than the average smartphone (16 GB vs 14 GB). The average smartphone supports 14 GB RAM.
    16 GB vs 14 GB
  • Higher on-device AI tier
    This smartphone runs on the agentic AI tier, while the average smartphone runs on fundamental, enabling stronger on-device AI features.
    DeepThink Mode, on-device HyperAI, proactive cross-app automation, AI Search, AI Dynamic Wallpapers
    agentic vs fundamental
  • Direct OS updates
    This smartphone supports direct OS updates, the average smartphone does not. 20.6% of smartphones support this feature.
  • Newer Android version
    This smartphone features a newer Android version than the average smartphone (Android 16 vs Android 14). The average version is Android 14.
    Android 16 vs Android 14
  • Supports desktop mode
    This smartphone includes desktop mode, the average smartphone does not. 9.4% of smartphones support desktop functionality.
  • Supports fast boot
    This smartphone supports fast boot, the average smartphone does not. 22.6% of smartphones include fast boot capabilities.
  • 2.25x larger main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a larger main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (72 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average main camera sensor area is 32 mm².
    72 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • 2.6 x higher optical zoom
    This smartphone offers higher optical zoom than the average smartphone (2.6 x vs 0 x).
    2.6 x vs 0 x
  • Has optical image stabilization
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • Better main camera video
    This smartphone records better main camera video than the average smartphone. 44.20x of smartphones support 4K or higher.
    4320x30 fps vs 2160x30 fps
  • 0.4 µm larger main camera pixel size
    This smartphone has a larger main camera pixel size than the average smartphone (1.2 µm vs 0.8 µm). The average pixel size is 0.8 µm.
    1.2 µm vs 0.8 µm
  • Supports RAW photo capture
    This smartphone supports RAW photo capture, the average smartphone does not. 37.1% of smartphones allow RAW files.
  • Uses a BSI sensor
    This smartphone uses a BSI sensor, the average smartphone does not. 40.5% of smartphones include BSI sensors.
  • Supports Dolby Vision video recording
    This smartphone supports Dolby Vision video recording, the average smartphone does not. 10.7% of smartphones support Dolby Vision.
    on Xiaomi 17 Pro Max; standard Xiaomi 17 has HDR10+ recording, not Dolby Vision recording
  • Supports laser autofocus
    This smartphone features laser autofocus, the average smartphone does not. 21.4% of smartphones include laser AF.
  • Allows manual shutter speed
    This smartphone allows manual shutter speed control, the average smartphone does not. 29.8% of smartphones include this.
  • 1 more flash LEDs
    This smartphone has more flash LEDs than the average smartphone (2 vs 1). The average smartphone has 1 flash LEDs.
    2 vs 1
  • Higher-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a higher main camera resolution than the average smartphone (50 MP & 50 MP & 50 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone main camera has 50 MP & 8 MP megapixels.
    50 MP & 50 MP & 50 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • Supports HDR10 video recording
    This smartphone supports HDR10 video recording, the average smartphone does not. 35.9% of smartphones support HDR10.
  • Has a dual-tone LED flash
    This smartphone features a dual-tone LED flash, the average smartphone does not. 41.4% of smartphones include dual-tone flash.
  • Higher front camera megapixels
    This smartphone has more front camera megapixels than the average smartphone (32 MP vs 16 MP). The average front camera has 16 MP megapixels.
    32 MP vs 16 MP
  • Wider main camera aperture
    This smartphone has a wider main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.7 & f/2 & f/2.4 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4). The average smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4.
    selfie
    f/1.7 & f/2.0 & f/2.4 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • Has a pro camera setup
    This smartphone features a pro camera setup, the average smartphone does not. 9.4% of smartphones include professional-grade camera hardware.
  • Newer Wi-Fi version
    This smartphone supports a newer Wi-Fi version than the average smartphone (Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be), Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)). The average smartphone uses Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n).
    Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be), Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
  • Newer USB version
    This smartphone supports a newer USB version than the average smartphone (3.2 vs 2). The average version is USB 2.
    3.2 vs 2
  • Includes crash detection
    This smartphone features crash detection, the average smartphone does not. 5.7% of smartphones include automatic crash detection.
  • Supports satellite SOS
    This smartphone supports satellite SOS functionality, the average smartphone does not. 8.1% of smartphones offer satellite emergency services.
  • Has a heart rate monitor
    This smartphone features a heart rate monitor, the average smartphone does not. 4.9% of smartphones include a built-in heart rate sensor.
  • Supports optical tracking
    This smartphone supports optical tracking, the average smartphone does not. 12.5% of smartphones include optical tracking.
  • Supports motion tracking
    This smartphone supports motion tracking, the average smartphone does not. 22% of smartphones offer motion tracking capabilities.
  • Newer Bluetooth version
    This smartphone supports a newer Bluetooth version than the average smartphone (5.4 vs 5.2). The average version is Bluetooth 5.2.
    5.4 vs 5.2
  • Has HDMI output
    This smartphone supports HDMI output, the average smartphone does not. 4.1% of smartphones offer direct HDMI connectivity.
  • Has a barometer
    This smartphone features a barometer, the average smartphone does not. 19.9% of smartphones include a barometer.
  • Has an infrared sensor
    This smartphone includes an infrared sensor, the average smartphone does not. 33.3% of smartphones feature an IR blaster.
  • 2,500 nits higher peak brightness
    This smartphone has a higher peak brightness than the average smartphone (3,500 nits vs 1,000 nits). The average peak brightness is 1,000 nits.
    3,500 nits vs 1,000 nits
  • 81.8% higher screen brightness
    This smartphone has a higher screen brightness than the average smartphone (1,200 nits vs 660 nits). The average smartphone brightness is 660 nits.
    1,200 nits vs 660 nits
  • 17.5% higher pixel density
    This smartphone has a higher pixel density than the average smartphone (464 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    464 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • Better display glass type
    This smartphone features a better display glass type than the average smartphone (Xiaomi Dragon Crystal Glass vs Corning Gorilla Glass 5). The average smartphone uses Corning Gorilla Glass 5 protection.
    Xiaomi Dragon Crystal Glass vs Corning Gorilla Glass 5
  • Supports Dolby Vision support
    This smartphone supports Dolby Vision, the average smartphone does not. 17.3% of smartphones are Dolby Vision compatible.
  • Supports HDR10+ support
    This smartphone supports HDR10+, the average smartphone does not. 22.2% of smartphones include HDR10+ support.
  • Higher contrast ratio
    This smartphone has a higher contrast ratio than the average smartphone (5000000:1 vs 1000000:1). The average smartphone contrast ratio is 1000000:1.
    5,000,000:1 vs 1,000,000:1
  • Supports HDR10 support
    This smartphone supports HDR10, the average smartphone does not. 42.7% of smartphones are HDR10 compatible.
  • Higher screen resolution
    This smartphone has a higher screen resolution than the average smartphone (1220x2656 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone resolution is 1080x2400 px.
    1220x2656 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • Has an always-on display
    This smartphone features an always-on display, the average smartphone does not. 49.2% of smartphones offer always-on functionality.
  • Has a secondary display
    This smartphone features a secondary display, the average smartphone does not. 6.7% of smartphones include a secondary screen.
  • Has a curved display
    This smartphone features a curved display, the average smartphone does not. 24.5% of smartphones have curved screens.
  • 25% higher touch sampling rate
    This smartphone has a higher touch sampling rate than the average smartphone (300 Hz vs 240 Hz). The average touch sampling rate is 240 Hz.
    300 Hz vs 240 Hz
  • 132.5 nits higher GSMArena max display brightness
    This smartphone has a higher GSMArena max display brightness than the average smartphone (1,026 nits vs 893.5 nits). The average max brightness is 893.5 nits.
    1,026 nits vs 893.5 nits
  • 40% larger battery capacity
    This smartphone has a larger battery capacity than the average smartphone (7,000 mAh vs 5,000 mAh). The average smartphone battery is 5,000 mAh.
    7,000 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • 3.03x faster charging speed
    This smartphone supports a faster charging speed than the average smartphone (100 W vs 33 W). The average charging speed is 33 W.
    100 W vs 33 W
  • Supports wireless charging
    This smartphone supports wireless charging, the average smartphone does not. 25.2% of smartphones are wireless charging compatible.
  • 95.7% higher PCMark Work 3.0 battery benchmark
    This smartphone has a higher PCMark Work 3.0 battery benchmark score than the average smartphone (1,538 min vs 786 min). The average score is 786 min.
    1,538 min vs 786 min
  • Supports reverse wireless charging
    This smartphone supports reverse wireless charging, the average smartphone does not. 23.6% of smartphones offer reverse wireless charging.
  • 4.5x faster reverse wireless charging speed
    This smartphone supports a faster reverse wireless charging speed than the average smartphone (22.5 W vs 5 W). The average speed is 5 W.
    22.5 W vs 5 W
  • 2.5x faster wireless charging speed
    This smartphone supports a faster wireless charging speed than the average smartphone (50 W vs 20 W). The average speed is 20 W.
    50 W vs 20 W
  • Supports aptX Adaptive
    This smartphone supports aptX Adaptive, the average smartphone does not. 34.5% of smartphones include aptX Adaptive support.
  • Supports aptX Lossless
    This smartphone supports aptX Lossless, the average smartphone does not. 12.9% of smartphones include aptX Lossless support.
  • Supports aptX
    This smartphone supports aptX, the average smartphone does not. 50% of smartphones are aptX compatible.
  • 1.5 m deeper water resistance
    This smartphone has a deeper water resistance rating than the average smartphone (1.5 m vs 0 m). The average depth rating is 0 m.
    1.5 m vs 0 m
  • 4.2 mm narrower
    This smartphone is narrower than the average smartphone (71.8 mm vs 76 mm). The average smartphone width is 76 mm.
    71.8 mm vs 76 mm
  • 12.5 mm shorter
    This smartphone is shorter than the average smartphone (151.1 mm vs 163.6 mm). The average smartphone height is 163.6 mm.
    151.1 mm vs 163.6 mm
  • 1 year/s newer release date
    This smartphone has a newer release date than the average smartphone (2025 vs 2024). 1.00% of smartphones are released annually.
    September 2025
    2025 vs 2024
  • Better IP rating
    This smartphone has a better IP rating than the average smartphone (IP68 vs IP67). The average IP rating is IP67.
    IP68 vs IP67
  • 2.7% lighter
    This smartphone is lighter than the average smartphone (191 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    191 g vs 196.2 g
  • 0.2 mm thinner
    This smartphone is thinner than the average smartphone (8.1 mm vs 8.3 mm). The average smartphone thickness is 8.3 mm.
    8.1 mm vs 8.3 mm
  • 0.37 inches inch smaller screen size
    This smartphone has a smaller screen size than the average smartphone (6.3 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone has a screen size of 6.67 inches.
    6.3 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • No memory card slot
    This smartphone does not have a memory card slot, the average smartphone does. 53.5% of smartphones feature expandable storage.
  • 5.44x less popular
    Xiaomi 17 (12GB + 512GB) is less popular than the average smartphone (1 vs 5.4).
    1 vs 5.44
  • 2.31x more expensive
    Xiaomi 17 (12GB + 512GB) is more expensive than the average smartphone (£600 vs £260).
    £600 vs £260
  • 5.44x less popular
    Xiaomi 17 (12GB + 512GB) is less popular than the average smartphone (1 vs 5.4).
    1 vs 5.44
  • 2.31x more expensive
    Xiaomi 17 (12GB + 512GB) is more expensive than the average smartphone (£600 vs £260).
    £600 vs £260
  • No memory card slot
    This smartphone does not have a memory card slot, the average smartphone does. 53.5% of smartphones feature expandable storage.
  • 0.37 inches inch smaller screen size
    This smartphone has a smaller screen size than the average smartphone (6.3 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone has a screen size of 6.67 inches.
    6.3 inches vs 6.67 inches

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What customers like about Xiaomi 17 (12GB + 512GB)

  • Unparalleled 7,000mAh battery life for a compact flagship
  • Cutting-edge performance with Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chip
  • Highly bright and efficient LTPO AMOLED display (up to 3,500 nits)
  • Refined design with a premium feel and comfortable one-handed grip
  • Main and front camera upgrades deliver solid image quality
  • Fast 100W wired and 50W wireless charging support

What customers don't like about Xiaomi 17 (12GB + 512GB)

  • Device can run significantly hot (up to 50°C) under heavy loads
  • Noticeable CPU and GPU throttling during intensive gaming
  • Ultrawide camera performance has regressed or remains average
  • Lack of anti-reflective coating on the standard model's display
  • Chinese ROM versions lack full Western language support and easy Google service integration
  • Secondary rear display (on Pro/Max models) has limited app utility and notifications

Verdict

The Xiaomi 17 with 12GB RAM and 512GB storage is a compact, high-performance flagship smartphone released in September 2025, running on Android 16-based HyperOS 3 and the powerful octa-core Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 processor. Its main pros include an incredibly bright 6.3-inch 1.5K LTPO AMOLED display with 3500 nits peak brightness, a substantial 7,000mAh battery with 100W wired and 50W wireless charging, and a versatile Leica Summilux triple 50MP camera system. The device boasts a premium, lightweight, and durable build with IP68 water resistance. Primary cons include potential considerable heat production and severe throttling under heavy load, the device may come with pre-installed apps outside of China, and its global availability is limited as it was initially launched only in the Chinese market.

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