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

Avg. price:~£970RAM capacity:12 GBInternal storage:512 GBScreen size:6.3 inchesMain camera megapixels:50 MP & 50 MP & 50 MP

Xiaomi 17 Pro (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

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
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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 99% of models
Score components

25%

9.1

Performance & Hardware

18%

9.3

Camera

15%

8.6

Display

15%

9.3

Battery

10%

9.8

Software

10%

8.9

Connectivity

4%

9.1

Audio

3%

8.2

Design

★Better than 99% of smartphones
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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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
Score components

70%

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User ratings

30%

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Number of reviews

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Best prices

    N/A~ £970

Best rankings

Available: ranking among products currently available (including other versions of this product).All: ranking among all products in the database.
Other versions:
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Technical Specifications of smartphone Xiaomi 17 Pro (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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 100% of models
Score components:

25%

9.1

Performance & Hardware

18%

9.3

Camera

15%

8.6

Display

15%

9.3

Battery

10%

9.8

Software

10%

8.9

Connectivity

4%

9.1

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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
Popularity:
Xiaomi 17 Pro (12GB + 512GB) has a popularity of 1 point, which is lower than 63.9% of smartphones.
1.0
Value for money
Value for money
8.0/ 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
â–² Better than 87% of models
Score components:

60%

9.1

Overall score

40%

5.4

Price

8.0
Brand name
Xiaomi
Processor model
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
Processor model
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
★ Better than 98% of models
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
RAM capacity
12 GB
â–² Better than 59% of models
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
Internal storage
512 GB
â–² Better than 77% of models
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
CPU boost clock speed
4.6 GHz
★ Better than 98% of models
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
Operating system
Android
â–² Better than 1% of models
This smartphone uses the Android operating system, which outperforms that of 1%.
Android 16 (HyperOS 3)
Android version
Android 16
Android version
Android 16
★ Better than 96% of models
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
Direct OS updates
yes
â–² Better than 79% of models
This smartphone receives direct OS updates. 20.6% of smartphones receive direct updates.
Open-source OS
yes
Open-source OS
yes
â–² Better than 5% of models
This smartphone uses an open-source OS. 94.6% of smartphones use an open-source OS.
Dark mode
yes
Dark mode
yes
â–² Better than 4% of models
This smartphone offers dark mode. 95.8% of smartphones support this feature.
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Multi-lens main camera
yes
Multi-lens main camera
yes
â–² Better than 6% of models
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
Main camera megapixels
50 MP & 50 MP & 50 MP
â–² Better than 72% of models
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/1.67 & f/2.4 & f/3.0
Main camera aperture
f/1.67 & f/2.4 & f/3.0
â–² Better than 89% of models
This smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.67 & f/2.4 & f/3.0 which is wider than that of 89.4% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.2% of smartphones.
Main camera sensor area
74.4 mm²
Main camera sensor area
74.4 mm²
★ Better than 95% of models
Market range: <19.7 mm² – >71.4 mm²
This smartphone has a main camera sensor area of 74.4 mm² which is larger than the main camera sensor area of 94.9% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.5% of smartphones.
Main camera pixel size
1.22 µm
Main camera pixel size
1.22 µm
â–² Better than 89% of models
Market range: <0.64 µm – >1.22 µm
This smartphone has a main camera pixel size of 1.22 µm which is larger than in 88.8% of smartphones and equal to the size in 3% of smartphones.
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Number of SIM slots
2
Number of SIM slots
2
â–² Better than 4% of models
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.
Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM (some regions may have physical + eSIM variant)
Cellular module
yes
Cellular module
yes
Category Benchmark
This smartphone includes a cellular module. 100% of smartphones include cellular modules.
5G connectivity
yes
5G connectivity
yes
â–² Better than 33% of models
This smartphone supports 5G connectivity. 66.9% of smartphones support 5G.
LTE support
yes
LTE support
yes
Category Benchmark
This smartphone supports LTE. 99.7% of smartphones include LTE connectivity.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
Category Benchmark
This smartphone supports Wi-Fi connectivity. 100% of smartphones offer Wi-Fi support.
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Screen size
6.3 inches
Screen size
6.3 inches
â–¼ Worse than 89% of models
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
Screen resolution
1220x 2656 px
â–² Better than 76% of models
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
Pixel density
464 ppi
★ Better than 92% of models
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
Display type
OLED/AMOLED
â–² Better than 41% of models
This smartphone uses a OLED/AMOLED display type. 58.6% of smartphones use this display technology.
LTPO AMOLED
Refresh rate
120 Hz
Refresh rate
120 Hz
â–² Better than 35% of models
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
6,300 mAh
Battery capacity
6,300 mAh
â–² Better than 82% of models
Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
This smartphone has a battery capacity of 6,300 mAh which is larger than the batteries in 81.6% of smartphones and equal to those in 0.5% of smartphones.
Charging speed
100 W
Charging speed
100 W
★ Better than 90% of models
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
Fast charging
yes
â–² Better than 7% of models
This smartphone supports fast charging. 93.1% of smartphones support fast charging.
GSMArena full wired charge time
40 min
GSMArena full wired charge time
40 min
â–² Better than 81% of models
Market range: <36 min – >120 min
This smartphone reaches a full wired charge in 40 min which is faster than 81.4% of smartphones and equal to the time of 4.1% of smartphones.
Wireless charging
yes
Wireless charging
yes
â–² Better than 75% of models
This smartphone supports wireless charging. 25.2% of smartphones support wireless charging.
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Stereo speakers
yes
Stereo speakers
yes
â–² Better than 36% of models
This smartphone includes stereo speakers. 64.4% of smartphones provide stereo audio.
3.5 mm headphone jack
no
3.5 mm headphone jack
no
â–¼ Worse than 45% of models
This smartphone does not include a 3.5 mm headphone jack. 45.5% of smartphones offer this port.
Number of microphones
4
Number of microphones
4
★ Better than 97% of models
Market range: <1 – >3
This smartphone includes 4 microphones, which is more than in 96.9% of smartphones and equal to the number in 3.1% of smartphones.
FM radio
no
FM radio
no
â–¼ Worse than 34% of models
This smartphone does not include an FM radio. 34.2% of smartphones offer FM radio functionality.
aptX Lossless
yes
aptX Lossless
yes
â–² Better than 87% of models
This smartphone supports aptX Lossless. 12.9% of smartphones provide aptX Lossless.
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Height
151.1 mm
Height
151.1 mm
★ Better than 94% of models
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
Width
71.8 mm
★ Better than 94% of models
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 mm
Thickness
8 mm
â–² Better than 63% of models
Market range: <7.53 mm – >10.5 mm
This smartphone has a thickness of 8 mm which is thinner than 63.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 6.9% of smartphones.
Weight
192 g
Weight
192 g
â–² Better than 59% of models
Market range: <175 g – >256 g
This smartphone weighs 192 g which is lighter than 58.8% of smartphones and equal to the weight of 3.2% of smartphones.
Device volume
85,768 cm³
Device volume
85,768 cm³
â–² Better than 81% of models
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 Pro (12GB + 512GB) vs the average smartphone

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  • 5 x higher optical zoom
    Optical zoom
    5 x
    ★ Better than 96% of models
    Market range: <0 x – >3 x
    This smartphone offers higher optical zoom than the average smartphone (5 x vs 0 x).
    5 x vs 0 x
  • 2.33x larger main camera sensor area
    Main camera sensor area
    74.4 mm²
    ★ Better than 95% of models
    Market range: <19.7 mm² – >71.4 mm²
    This smartphone has a larger main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (74.4 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average main camera sensor area is 32 mm².
    74.4 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • 26% larger battery capacity
    Battery capacity
    6,300 mAh
    â–² Better than 82% of models
    Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
    This smartphone has a larger battery capacity than the average smartphone (6300 mAh vs 5000 mAh). The average smartphone battery is 5000 mAh.
    6,300 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • 91.7% higher CPU boost clock speed
    CPU boost clock speed
    4.6 GHz
    ★ Better than 98% of models
    Market range: <2 GHz – >3.3 GHz
    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
    Charging speed
    100 W
    ★ Better than 90% of models
    Market range: <15 W – >90 W
    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
    Optical image stabilization
    yes
    â–² Better than 52% of models
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • 50% smaller process node
    Process node
    3 nm
    ★ Better than 94% of models
    Market range: <4 nm – >12 nm
    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
  • Supports wireless charging
    Wireless charging
    yes
    â–² Better than 75% of models
    This smartphone supports wireless charging, the average smartphone does not. 25.2% of smartphones are wireless charging compatible.
  • 9.1% better value for money
    Xiaomi 17 Pro (12GB + 512GB) has better value for money than the average smartphone (8 vs 7.3).
    8 vs 7.34
  • 91.7% higher CPU boost clock speed
    CPU boost clock speed
    4.6 GHz
    ★ Better than 98% of models
    Market range: <2 GHz – >3.3 GHz
    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
    Process node
    3 nm
    ★ Better than 94% of models
    Market range: <4 nm – >12 nm
    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
  • 2x more storage
    Internal storage
    512 GB
    â–² Better than 77% of models
    Market range: <64 GB – >512 GB
    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
  • 3.29x higher Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    3,096
    ★ Better than 96% of models
    Market range: <392 – >2.2k
    This smartphone scores better in Geekbench 6 single-core than the average smartphone (3,096 vs 942). The average smartphone scores 942 in single-core.
    3,096 vs 942
  • Better processor
    Processor model
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
    ★ Better than 98% of models
    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
  • Higher CPU base clock speed
    CPU base clock speed
    2 x 4.6 GHz & 6 x 3.62 GHz
    ★ Better than 98% of models
    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
  • 69.4% higher PCMark Work 3.0 Performance benchmark
    PCMark Work 3.0 Performance benchmark
    18,268
    ★ Better than 95% of models
    Market range: <7.1k – >15.9k
    This smartphone has a higher PCMark Work 3.0 performance score than the average smartphone (18,268 vs 10,783). The average score is 10,783.
    18,268 vs 10,783
  • 4 GB more RAM
    RAM capacity
    12 GB
    â–² Better than 59% of models
    Market range: <4 GB – >16 GB
    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
    L2 cache
    12,000 KB
    ★ Better than 95% of models
    Market range: <512 KB – >4.1k KB
    This smartphone has more L2 cache than the average smartphone (12000 KB vs 1024 KB). The average L2 cache is 1024 KB.
    Information not available in specs for mobile chipsets
    12,000 KB vs 1,024 KB
  • 3.31x higher memory bandwidth
    Memory bandwidth
    84.8 GB/s
    ★ Better than 95% of models
    Market range: <13.41 GB/s – >76.6 GB/s
    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
  • 6x more shader units
    N. of shading units
    1,536
    â–² Better than 85% of models
    Market range: <32 – >1.5k
    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
  • 3.98x higher Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    10,070
    ★ Better than 98% of models
    Market range: <1.4k – >6.7k
    This smartphone scores better in Geekbench 6 multi-core than the average smartphone (10,070 vs 2,533). The average smartphone scores 2,533 in multi-core.
    10,070 vs 2,533
  • 3.92x higher 3DMark Steel Nomad benchmark
    3DMark Steel Nomad benchmark
    2,384
    ★ Better than 90% of models
    Market range: <133 – >2.4k
    This smartphone performs better in 3DMark Steel Nomad benchmark than the average smartphone (2,384 vs 608). The average score is 608.
    2,384 vs 608
  • 2.95x higher 3DMark Wild Life Unlimited benchmark
    3DMark Wild Life Unlimited benchmark
    11,300
    â–² Better than 88% of models
    Market range: <975 – >12.4k
    This smartphone scores higher in 3DMark Wild Life Unlimited than the average smartphone (11,300 vs 3,825). The average smartphone scores 3,825.
    11,300 vs 3,825
  • 92.7% faster memory speed
    Memory speed
    5,300 MHz
    ★ Better than 91% of models
    Market range: <1.8k MHz – >4.8k MHz
    This smartphone supports faster memory speed than the average smartphone (5300 MHz vs 2750 MHz). The average smartphone supports 2750 MHz memory speed.
    5,300 MHz vs 2,750 MHz
  • 3.1x higher 3DMark Wild Life Extreme benchmark
    3DMark Wild Life Extreme benchmark
    3,800
    â–² Better than 84% of models
    Market range: <313 – >4.7k
    This smartphone performs better in 3DMark Wild Life Extreme than the average smartphone (3,800 vs 1,226). The average smartphone scores 1,226.
    3,800 vs 1,226
  • Newer DDR memory version
    DDR memory version
    5
    â–² Better than 52% of models
    This smartphone supports a newer DDR version than the average smartphone (5 vs 4). The average DDR version is 4.
    5 vs 4
  • 26.3% faster GPU clock
    GPU frequency
    1,200 MHz
    â–² Better than 89% of models
    Market range: <646 MHz – >1.2k MHz
    This smartphone has a higher GPU frequency than the average smartphone (1200 MHz vs 950 MHz). The average smartphone GPU frequency is 950 MHz.
    1,200 MHz vs 950 MHz
  • Supports newer OpenCL version
    OpenCL version
    3.2
    ★ Better than 100% of models
    This smartphone supports a newer OpenCL version than the average smartphone (3.2 vs 2). The average version is 2.0.
    3.2 vs 2.0
  • 2x more L3 cache
    L3 cache
    8,192 KB
    â–² Better than 78% of models
    Market range: <1k KB – >8.2k KB
    This smartphone has more L3 cache than the average smartphone (8192 KB vs 4096 KB). The average L3 cache is 4096 KB.
    8,192 KB vs 4,096 KB
  • 2 more memory channels
    Memory channels
    4
    â–² Better than 71% of models
    Market range: <2 – >4
    This smartphone has more memory channels than the average smartphone (4 vs 2). The average smartphone has 2 memory channels.
    4 vs 2
  • 33.3% lower TDP
    TDP (Thermal design power)
    8 W
    â–² Better than 69% of models
    Market range: <4 W – >10 W
    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
    Maximum RAM
    16 GB
    â–² Better than 53% of models
    Market range: <8 GB – >16 GB
    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
    On-device AI level
    agentic
    ★ Better than 95% of models
    This smartphone runs on the agentic AI tier, while the average smartphone runs on fundamental, enabling stronger on-device AI features.
    HyperAI, XiaoAI 6, Circle to Search, AI Interpreter, AI Summary, AI Design, AI Correction, AI Delete Pro, AI Image Expansion
    agentic vs fundamental
  • Direct OS updates
    Direct OS updates
    yes
    â–² Better than 79% of models
    This smartphone supports direct OS updates, the average smartphone does not. 20.6% of smartphones support this feature.
  • Includes cross-site tracking protection
    Cross-site tracking protection
    yes
    â–² Better than 68% of models
    This smartphone supports cross-site tracking prevention, the average smartphone does not. 32.2% of smartphones include this feature.
  • Newer Android version
    Android version
    Android 16
    ★ Better than 96% of models
    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
    Desktop mode
    yes
    ★ Better than 91% of models
    This smartphone includes desktop mode, the average smartphone does not. 9.4% of smartphones support desktop functionality.
  • Supports fast boot
    Fast boot
    yes
    â–² Better than 77% of models
    This smartphone supports fast boot, the average smartphone does not. 22.6% of smartphones include fast boot capabilities.
  • 5 x higher optical zoom
    Optical zoom
    5 x
    ★ Better than 96% of models
    Market range: <0 x – >3 x
    This smartphone offers higher optical zoom than the average smartphone (5 x vs 0 x).
    5 x vs 0 x
  • 2.33x larger main camera sensor area
    Main camera sensor area
    74.4 mm²
    ★ Better than 95% of models
    Market range: <19.7 mm² – >71.4 mm²
    This smartphone has a larger main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (74.4 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average main camera sensor area is 32 mm².
    74.4 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • Has optical image stabilization
    Optical image stabilization
    yes
    â–² Better than 52% of models
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • 0.42 µm larger main camera pixel size
    Main camera pixel size
    1.22 µm
    â–² Better than 89% of models
    Market range: <0.64 µm – >1.22 µm
    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.
    1.22 µm vs 0.8 µm
  • Better main camera video
    Main camera video
    4320 x 30 fps
    ★ Better than 92% of models
    This smartphone records better main camera video than the average smartphone. 44.20x of smartphones support 4K or higher.
    4320x30 fps vs 2160x30 fps
  • Higher front camera megapixels
    Front camera megapixels
    50 MP
    ★ Better than 92% of models
    Market range: <5 – >40
    This smartphone has more front camera megapixels than the average smartphone (50 MP vs 16 MP). The average front camera has 16 MP megapixels.
    50 MP vs 16 MP
  • Supports RAW photo capture
    RAW photo capture
    yes
    â–² Better than 63% of models
    This smartphone supports RAW photo capture, the average smartphone does not. 37.1% of smartphones allow RAW files.
  • Uses a BSI sensor
    BSI sensor
    yes
    â–² Better than 60% of models
    This smartphone uses a BSI sensor, the average smartphone does not. 40.5% of smartphones include BSI sensors.
  • Supports Dolby Vision video recording
    Dolby Vision video recording
    yes
    â–² Better than 89% of models
    This smartphone supports Dolby Vision video recording, the average smartphone does not. 10.7% of smartphones support Dolby Vision.
    can record 10-bit Dolby Vision HDR video up to 60fps
  • Supports laser autofocus
    Laser autofocus
    yes
    â–² Better than 79% of models
    This smartphone features laser autofocus, the average smartphone does not. 21.4% of smartphones include laser AF.
  • Supports 360° panorama
    360° panorama
    yes
    â–² Better than 75% of models
    This smartphone can capture 360° panoramas, the average smartphone cannot. 25.2% of smartphones support 360° panoramas.
  • Allows manual shutter speed
    Manual shutter speed
    yes
    â–² Better than 70% of models
    This smartphone allows manual shutter speed control, the average smartphone does not. 29.8% of smartphones include this.
  • 1 more flash LEDs
    Number of flash LEDs
    2
    â–² Better than 56% of models
    Market range: <1 – >2
    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
    Main camera megapixels
    50 MP & 50 MP & 50 MP
    â–² Better than 72% of models
    Market range: <10 – >100
    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
    HDR10 video recording
    yes
    â–² Better than 64% of models
    This smartphone supports HDR10 video recording, the average smartphone does not. 35.9% of smartphones support HDR10.
  • Has a dual-tone LED flash
    Dual-tone LED flash
    yes
    â–² Better than 59% of models
    This smartphone features a dual-tone LED flash, the average smartphone does not. 41.4% of smartphones include dual-tone flash.
  • Wider main camera aperture
    Main camera aperture
    f/1.67 & f/2.4 & f/3.0
    â–² Better than 89% of models
    This smartphone has a wider main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.67 & f/2.4 & f/3 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.
    f/1.67 & f/2.4 & f/3.0 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • Has a pro camera setup
    Pro camera setup
    yes
    ★ Better than 91% of models
    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
    Wi-Fi version
    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)
    â–² Better than 87% of models
    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
    USB version
    3.2
    ★ Better than 91% of models
    This smartphone supports a newer USB version than the average smartphone (3.2 vs 2). The average version is USB 2.0.
    3.2 vs 2.0
  • Includes crash detection
    Crash detection
    yes
    ★ Better than 94% of models
    This smartphone features crash detection, the average smartphone does not. 5.7% of smartphones include automatic crash detection.
  • Supports satellite SOS
    Satellite SOS
    yes
    ★ Better than 92% of models
    This smartphone supports satellite SOS functionality, the average smartphone does not. 8.1% of smartphones offer satellite emergency services.
  • Has a heart rate monitor
    Heart rate monitor
    yes
    ★ Better than 95% of models
    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
    Optical tracking
    yes
    â–² Better than 88% of models
    This smartphone supports optical tracking, the average smartphone does not. 12.5% of smartphones include optical tracking.
  • Supports motion tracking
    Motion tracking
    yes
    â–² Better than 78% of models
    This smartphone supports motion tracking, the average smartphone does not. 22% of smartphones offer motion tracking capabilities.
  • Newer Bluetooth version
    Bluetooth version
    5.4
    â–² Better than 79% of models
    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 a barometer
    Barometer
    yes
    â–² Better than 80% of models
    This smartphone features a barometer, the average smartphone does not. 19.9% of smartphones include a barometer.
  • Has an infrared sensor
    Infrared sensor
    yes
    â–² Better than 67% of models
    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
    Peak brightness
    3,500 nits
    â–² Better than 89% of models
    Market range: <480 nits – >3.6k nits
    This smartphone has a higher peak brightness than the average smartphone (3500 nits vs 1000 nits). The average peak brightness is 1000 nits.
    3,500 nits vs 1,000 nits
  • 17.5% higher pixel density
    Pixel density
    464 ppi
    ★ Better than 92% of models
    Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
    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
  • Supports Dolby Vision support
    Dolby Vision support
    yes
    â–² Better than 83% of models
    This smartphone supports Dolby Vision, the average smartphone does not. 17.3% of smartphones are Dolby Vision compatible.
  • Supports HDR10+ support
    HDR10+ support
    yes
    â–² Better than 78% of models
    This smartphone supports HDR10+, the average smartphone does not. 22.2% of smartphones include HDR10+ support.
  • Supports HDR10 support
    HDR10 support
    yes
    â–² Better than 57% of models
    This smartphone supports HDR10, the average smartphone does not. 42.7% of smartphones are HDR10 compatible.
  • Higher screen resolution
    Screen resolution
    1220 x 2656 px
    â–² Better than 76% of models
    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
    Always-on display
    yes
    â–² Better than 51% of models
    This smartphone features an always-on display, the average smartphone does not. 49.2% of smartphones offer always-on functionality.
  • Has a secondary display
    Secondary display
    yes
    ★ Better than 93% of models
    This smartphone features a secondary display, the average smartphone does not. 6.7% of smartphones include a secondary screen.
  • Higher contrast ratio
    Contrast ratio
    2000000:1
    â–² Better than 63% of models
    This smartphone has a higher contrast ratio than the average smartphone (2000000:1 vs 1000000:1). The average smartphone contrast ratio is 1000000:1.
    2,000,000:1 vs 1,000,000:1
  • Has a curved display
    Curved display
    yes
    â–² Better than 76% of models
    This smartphone features a curved display, the average smartphone does not. 24.5% of smartphones have curved screens.
  • 26% larger battery capacity
    Battery capacity
    6,300 mAh
    â–² Better than 82% of models
    Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
    This smartphone has a larger battery capacity than the average smartphone (6300 mAh vs 5000 mAh). The average smartphone battery is 5000 mAh.
    6,300 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • 3.03x faster charging speed
    Charging speed
    100 W
    ★ Better than 90% of models
    Market range: <15 W – >90 W
    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
    Wireless charging
    yes
    â–² Better than 75% of models
    This smartphone supports wireless charging, the average smartphone does not. 25.2% of smartphones are wireless charging compatible.
  • Supports reverse wireless charging
    Reverse wireless charging
    yes
    â–² Better than 76% of models
    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
    Reverse wireless charging speed
    22.5 W
    ★ Better than 97% of models
    Market range: <4.5 W – >10 W
    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
    Wireless charging speed
    50 W
    â–² Better than 65% of models
    Market range: <10 W – >50 W
    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
  • 22 min faster GSMArena full wired charge time
    GSMArena full wired charge time
    40 min
    â–² Better than 81% of models
    Market range: <36 min – >120 min
    This smartphone has a faster GSMArena full wired charge time than the average smartphone (40 min vs 62 min). The average charge time is 62 min.
    40 min vs 62 min
  • 31% higher PCMark Work 3.0 battery benchmark
    PCMark Work 3.0 battery benchmark
    1,030 min
    â–² Better than 76% of models
    Market range: <487 min – >1.3k min
    This smartphone has a higher PCMark Work 3.0 battery benchmark score than the average smartphone (1030 min vs 786 min). The average score is 786 min.
    1,030 min vs 786 min
  • 2 more microphone/s
    Number of microphones
    4
    ★ Better than 97% of models
    Market range: <1 – >3
    This smartphone has more microphones than the average smartphone (4 vs 2). The average smartphone has 2 microphones.
    4 vs 2
  • Supports aptX Adaptive
    aptX Adaptive
    yes
    â–² Better than 65% of models
    This smartphone supports aptX Adaptive, the average smartphone does not. 34.5% of smartphones include aptX Adaptive support.
  • Supports aptX Lossless
    aptX Lossless
    yes
    â–² Better than 87% of models
    This smartphone supports aptX Lossless, the average smartphone does not. 12.9% of smartphones include aptX Lossless support.
  • Supports aptX
    aptX
    yes
    â–² Better than 50% of models
    This smartphone supports aptX, the average smartphone does not. 50% of smartphones are aptX compatible.
  • 4 m deeper water resistance
    Waterproof depth rating
    4 m
    ★ Better than 96% of models
    Market range: <0 m – >2 m
    This smartphone has a deeper water resistance rating than the average smartphone (4 m vs 0 m). The average depth rating is 0 m.
    4 m vs 0 m
  • 4.2 mm narrower
    Width
    71.8 mm
    ★ Better than 94% of models
    Market range: <73.1 mm – >81 mm
    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
    Height
    151.1 mm
    ★ Better than 94% of models
    Market range: <156.2 mm – >171.56 mm
    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
    Release date
    2025
    â–² Better than 67% of models
    Market range: <2k – >2k
    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
    IP rating
    IP68
    â–² Better than 54% of models
    This smartphone has a better IP rating than the average smartphone (IP68 vs IP67). The average IP rating is IP67.
    IP68 vs IP67
  • 0.3 mm thinner
    Thickness
    8 mm
    â–² Better than 63% of models
    Market range: <7.53 mm – >10.5 mm
    This smartphone is thinner than the average smartphone (8 mm vs 8.3 mm). The average smartphone thickness is 8.3 mm.
    8 mm vs 8.3 mm
  • 0.37 inches inch smaller screen size
    Screen size
    6.3 inches
    â–¼ Worse than 89% of models
    Market range: <6.3 inches – >6.82 inches
    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
    Memory card slot
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 54% of models
    This smartphone does not have a memory card slot, the average smartphone does. 53.5% of smartphones feature expandable storage.
  • 3.73x more expensive
    Xiaomi 17 Pro (12GB + 512GB) is more expensive than the average smartphone (£970 vs £260).
    £970 vs £260
  • 5.44x less popular
    Xiaomi 17 Pro (12GB + 512GB) is less popular than the average smartphone (1 vs 5.4).
    1 vs 5.44
  • 3.73x more expensive
    Xiaomi 17 Pro (12GB + 512GB) is more expensive than the average smartphone (£970 vs £260).
    £970 vs £260
  • 5.44x less popular
    Xiaomi 17 Pro (12GB + 512GB) is less popular than the average smartphone (1 vs 5.4).
    1 vs 5.44
  • No memory card slot
    Memory card slot
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 54% of models
    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
    Screen size
    6.3 inches
    â–¼ Worse than 89% of models
    Market range: <6.3 inches – >6.82 inches
    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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25/09/2025
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I've Used the Wild Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, and Its Rear Screen Sure Is... (Includes 17 Pro impressions)
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25/09/2025
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Xiaomi's New Phone One-Ups Apple's iPhone (Hands-on featuring the 17 Pro)
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03/02/2026
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30/01/2026
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Xiaomi 17 Pro Max Test: Is the 2nd display the real iPhone killer?
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21/12/2025
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26/09/2025
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What we like about Xiaomi 17 Pro (12GB + 512GB)

  • Excellent, flagship-level performance from the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chip.
  • Long battery life, often lasting all day or longer with a 6300 mAh capacity and 100W fast wired charging.
  • Main camera produces great still images with accurate white balance, good detail, and appealing Leica color profiles.
  • Very bright and sharp LTPO AMOLED display (up to 3500 nits peak brightness) with smooth 120Hz refresh rate and minimal bezels.
  • Premium build quality and comfortable in-hand feel, often described as a compact flagship alternative to larger phones.
  • HyperOS 3 is generally fluid and refined, with smooth animations and useful features like the rear screen for selfies and notifications.
  • Loud speakers with good bass and full sound quality, on par with other high-end phones.

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

  • The ultra-wide and telephoto cameras are considered less consistent than the main sensor and may struggle in low light.
  • The rear mini-display is considered a gimmick by some users due to limited functionality and lack of notification support for most third-party apps.
  • The phone can get warm during demanding tasks like prolonged gaming or heavy use.
  • The Chinese ROM has some software limitations for global users, such as limited language options (English/Chinese only) and potential issues with Google Play integration or third-party launchers.
  • Camera shutter lag and autofocus issues have been noted when capturing moving subjects, especially toddlers.
  • The rear camera module design is prone to accumulating dust in small crevices.
  • Face unlock is sometimes slow and unreliable.

Verdict

The Xiaomi 17 Pro (12GB + 512GB) is a high-performance flagship featuring the cutting-edge Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset and a compact 6.3-inch LTPO AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate and a peak brightness of 3,500 nits. Key characteristics include a professional-grade Leica triple-camera system—comprising 50MP main, 50MP ultrawide, and 50MP telephoto lenses—and a massive 6,300mAh battery that supports 100W wired and 50W wireless hyper-charging. A standout innovation is the 2.7-inch secondary rear display integrated into the camera module, which functions as a high-quality selfie viewfinder and notification hub. Its main pros are the industry-leading battery density, superior peak brightness, and the power efficiency of the 3nm processor. However, some users note the secondary display can feel gimmicky, the device may experience slight heating under intensive 8K video recording, and the premium pricing makes it a significant investment.Would you like to compare these specs against the Xiaomi 17 Ultra or see the current global pricing for the 512GB model?

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