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Xiaomi Redmi 17 5G review: 196 specs compared

Avg. price:~£200RAM capacity:4 GBInternal storage:128 GBScreen size:6.9 inchesMain camera megapixels:?

Xiaomi Redmi 17 5G Review: Compare 196 technical specifications, 12 expert and video reviews and 2 best-of lists to see how this product ranks in the Smartphones category and whether it is worth buying.

Xiaomi Redmi 17 5G
7.0/10

Overall score

Score
7.0/ 10
✕
What it is
Our main score for this model, 1–10. It combines specs, best-of lists, expert reviews and owners.
How we count it
Parts: Technical score 35%, List score 30%, Reviews score 25%, Sentiment score 10%
Marks: Each part gets a mark out of 10. For reviews, lists and owners, a typical model in this category gets about 8 and the best one gets 10.
No data yet: A part with no data shows "?". It counts as the mark of a weaker model in this category (4 in 5 models with data score higher). This way, models with reviews, lists and owners usually come out ahead.
Score distribution
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▼ Worse than 66% of models
Score components

35%

7.0

Technical score

30%

7.0

List score

25%

7.0

Reviews score

10%

6.8

Sentiment score

▼Worse than 66% of smartphones
7.7

Value for money

Value for money
7.7/ 10
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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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▼ Worse than 52% of models
Score components

70%

7.0

Overall score

30%

9.5

Price

▼Worse than 52%
7.0

Technical score

Technical score
7.0/ 10
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What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 35% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 59% of models
Score components

25%

6.8

Performance

18%

6.6

Camera

15%

6.3

Display

15%

6.9

Battery

10%

8.4

Software

10%

7.6

Connectivity

4%

7.7

Audio

3%

6.7

Design

▲Better than 59%
7.0

Reviews score

Reviews score
7.0/ 10
✕
What it is
Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
How we count it
Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.5 for now.
Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 64% of models

7.0

Mark 7.2 is below the typical mark 7.9 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

80%

7.1

Average grade

20%

7.5

Popularity

Grades by review (12)
3 reviews: 3 with a printed score, 0 estimated from the review. 9 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
▼Worse than 64%
7.0

List score

List score
7.0/ 10
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What it is
How often independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers put this model in their best-of lists for this category.
How we count it
Points: The model in the most lists of this category gets 10; the others get 8 to 10 in proportion. In no list yet: 7.5. Lists count 30% of the overall score.
Enough data: Every list counts, even a single one. With fewer than 5 best-of lists in the category, this part is left out.
Lists with this model (2)
List score: in 2 of 240 lists (1%)
▲Better than 89%
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Where to buy
    N/A~ £200
Best rankings
Available: ranking among products currently available (including other versions of this product).All: ranking among all products in the database.

What reviewers say about the Xiaomi Redmi 17 5G

Based on 3 · 9

Reviewers praise the excellent battery life and solid build, but are split on the camera and find video recording weak.
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Technical Specifications of smartphone Xiaomi Redmi 17 5G

Technical score
Technical score
7.0/ 10
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What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 35% of the overall score.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 59% of models
Score components:

25%

6.8

Performance

18%

6.6

Camera

15%

6.3

Display

15%

6.9

Battery

10%

8.4

Software

10%

7.6

Connectivity

4%

7.7

Audio

3%

6.7

Design

7.0
Reviews score
7.0
List score
7.0
Value for money
Value for money
7.7/ 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
▼ Worse than 52% of models
Score components:

70%

7.0

Overall score

30%

9.5

Price

7.7
Processor model
?
Storage type
UFS 2.2
Xiaomi Redmi 17 5G uses UFS 2.2 storage, which is slower than the storage in 54.9% of smartphones and the same as in 23.1% of smartphones.
RAM capacity
4 GB
Market range: <4 GB – >16 GB
This smartphone has a RAM capacity of 4 GB which is smaller than the RAM capacity of 82.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 14.2% of smartphones.
Internal storage
128 GB
Market range: <64 GB – >512 GB
This smartphone has an internal storage capacity of 128 GB which is smaller than the storage of 61.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 28.4% of smartphones.
CPU boost clock speed
2.4 GHz
Market range: <2 GHz – >3.3 GHz
The CPU boost clock speed of this smartphone is 2.4 GHz which is higher than the boost speed of 37.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 13.3% of smartphones.
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What reviewers say
Operating system
Android
This smartphone runs Android, which is more mainstream than the system in 4.8% of smartphones and the same as in 95.2% of smartphones.
Android version
?
Direct OS updates
no
This smartphone does not support direct OS updates. 20.1% of smartphones offer this.
Promised software updates
?
Open-source OS
yes
This smartphone runs an open-source operating system. 5.2% of smartphones offer this.
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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
?
Main camera aperture
?
Main camera sensor area
?
Main camera pixel size
?
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Number of SIM slots
2
Market range: <1 – >6
This smartphone has 2 SIM slots, which is more than in 3.7% of smartphones and equal to the number in 96.2% of smartphones.
Cellular module
yes
This smartphone includes a cellular module. 100% of smartphones include cellular modules.
eSIM support
no
Xiaomi Redmi 17 5G does not have eSIM support. 19.9% of smartphones offer this.
5G connectivity
yes
This smartphone supports 5G connectivity. 66.6% of smartphones support 5G.
LTE support
yes
This smartphone supports LTE. 99.7% of smartphones include LTE connectivity.
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What reviewers say
Screen size
6.9 inches
Market range: <6.3 inches – >6.82 inches
This smartphone has a screen size of 6.9 inches which is larger than the screens of 93.5% of smartphones and equal to those of 2.8% of smartphones.
Screen resolution
?
Pixel density
254 ppi
Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
This smartphone has a pixel density of 254 ppi which is lower than that of 97.9% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.9% of smartphones.
Display type
IPS LCD
This smartphone uses a IPS LCD display type. 0% of smartphones use this display technology.
Refresh rate
120 Hz
Market range: <60 Hz – >144 Hz
This smartphone supports a refresh rate of 120 Hz which is higher than in 34.4% of smartphones and equal to that in 55.6% of smartphones.
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Battery capacity
?
Charging speed
?
Fast charging
yes
This smartphone supports fast charging. 93.2% of smartphones support fast charging.
GSMArena full wired charge time
?
Wireless charging
no
This smartphone does not support wireless charging. 25.1% of smartphones support wireless charging.
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Stereo speakers
yes
This smartphone includes stereo speakers. 64.3% of smartphones provide stereo audio.
3.5 mm headphone jack
yes
This smartphone includes a 3.5 mm headphone jack. 45.1% of smartphones offer this port.
Number of microphones
?
FM radio
yes
This smartphone includes an FM radio. 34.3% of smartphones offer FM radio functionality.
aptX Lossless
?
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Height
170.12 mm
Market range: <156.2 mm – >171.56 mm
This smartphone has a height of 170.12 mm which is taller than 87.8% of smartphones.
Width
78.42 mm
Market range: <73.1 mm – >81 mm
This smartphone has a width of 78.42 mm which is wider than 86.7% of smartphones.
Thickness
8.8 mm
Market range: <7.53 mm – >10.5 mm
This smartphone has a thickness of 8.8 mm which is thicker than 71.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 3.7% of smartphones.
Weight
?
Device volume
?
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Xiaomi Redmi 17 5G vs the average smartphone

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  • 0.23 inches inch larger screen size
    This smartphone has a larger screen size than the average smartphone (6.9 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone screen is 6.67 inches.
    6.9 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • 33.3% smaller process node
    This smartphone uses a smaller process node than the average smartphone (4 nm vs 6 nm). The average process node size is 6 nm.
    4 nm vs 6 nm
  • Has a 3.5 mm headphone jack
    This smartphone features a 3.5 mm headphone jack, the average smartphone does not. 45.1% of smartphones include a standard headphone jack.
  • Has FM radio
    This smartphone features an FM radio, the average smartphone does not. 34.3% of smartphones include an FM tuner.
  • Wider front camera aperture
    This smartphone has a wider front camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/2 vs f/2.2). The average aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.0 vs f/2.2
  • 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
  • 30% cheaper
    Xiaomi Redmi 17 5G is cheaper than the average smartphone (£200 vs £260).
    £200 vs £260
  • 30% cheaper
    Xiaomi Redmi 17 5G is cheaper than the average smartphone (£200 vs £260).
    £200 vs £260
  • 33.3% smaller process node
    This smartphone uses a smaller process node than the average smartphone (4 nm vs 6 nm). The average process node size is 6 nm.
    4 nm vs 6 nm
  • 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
  • Wider front camera aperture
    This smartphone has a wider front camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/2 vs f/2.2). The average aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.0 vs f/2.2
  • 0.23 inches inch larger screen size
    This smartphone has a larger screen size than the average smartphone (6.9 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone screen is 6.67 inches.
    6.9 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • Has a 3.5 mm headphone jack
    This smartphone features a 3.5 mm headphone jack, the average smartphone does not. 45.1% of smartphones include a standard headphone jack.
  • Has FM radio
    This smartphone features an FM radio, the average smartphone does not. 34.3% of smartphones include an FM tuner.
  • Inferior display type
    This smartphone has an inferior display type compared to the average smartphone (IPS LCD vs OLED/AMOLED). 0.00% of smartphones use the superior display type.
    IPS LCD vs OLED/AMOLED
  • No ultrawide rear camera
    Xiaomi Redmi 17 5G does not have an ultrawide rear camera, while the average smartphone does. 62.6% of smartphones offer this.
  • Worse main camera video quality
    This smartphone records worse main camera video than the average smartphone. 11.80x of smartphones support 4K video recording.
    1080x30 fps vs 2160x30 fps
  • 35.7% lower pixel density
    This smartphone has a lower pixel density than the average smartphone (254 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    254 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • 50% less storage
    This smartphone offers less internal storage than the average smartphone (128 GB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone includes 256 GB of internal storage.
    128 GB vs 256 GB
  • 4 GB less RAM
    This smartphone has less RAM than the average smartphone (4 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    4 GB vs 8 GB
  • Slower storage type
    Xiaomi Redmi 17 5G has slower storage than the average smartphone (UFS 2.2 vs UFS 3.1).
    UFS 2.2 vs UFS 3.1
  • 9.1% lower list score
    List score
    7.0/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    How often independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers put this model in their best-of lists for this category.
    How we count it
    Points: The model in the most lists of this category gets 10; the others get 8 to 10 in proportion. In no list yet: 7.5. Lists count 30% of the overall score.
    Enough data: Every list counts, even a single one. With fewer than 5 best-of lists in the category, this part is left out.
    Lists with this model (2)
    List score: in 2 of 240 lists (1%)
    7.0 vs 7.7
  • 9.1% lower list score
    List score
    7.0/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    How often independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers put this model in their best-of lists for this category.
    How we count it
    Points: The model in the most lists of this category gets 10; the others get 8 to 10 in proportion. In no list yet: 7.5. Lists count 30% of the overall score.
    Enough data: Every list counts, even a single one. With fewer than 5 best-of lists in the category, this part is left out.
    Lists with this model (2)
    List score: in 2 of 240 lists (1%)
    7.0 vs 7.7
  • 12.8% lower sentiment score
    6.8 vs 7.8
  • 4.1% lower review score
    Reviews score
    7.0/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
    How we count it
    Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
    Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
    Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.5 for now.
    Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    Score distribution
    ▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    ▼ Worse than 64% of models

    7.0

    Mark 7.2 is below the typical mark 7.9 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

    80%

    7.1

    Average grade

    20%

    7.5

    Popularity

    Grades by review (12)
    3 reviews: 3 with a printed score, 0 estimated from the review. 9 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
    7.0 vs 7.3
  • 50% less storage
    This smartphone offers less internal storage than the average smartphone (128 GB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone includes 256 GB of internal storage.
    128 GB vs 256 GB
  • 4 GB less RAM
    This smartphone has less RAM than the average smartphone (4 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    4 GB vs 8 GB
  • Slower storage type
    Xiaomi Redmi 17 5G has slower storage than the average smartphone (UFS 2.2 vs UFS 3.1).
    UFS 2.2 vs UFS 3.1
  • No ultrawide rear camera
    Xiaomi Redmi 17 5G does not have an ultrawide rear camera, while the average smartphone does. 62.6% of smartphones offer this.
  • Worse main camera video quality
    This smartphone records worse main camera video than the average smartphone. 11.80x of smartphones support 4K video recording.
    1080x30 fps vs 2160x30 fps
  • Older Bluetooth version
    This smartphone uses an older Bluetooth version than the average smartphone (5.1 vs 5.2). The average smartphone uses Bluetooth 5.2.
    5.1 vs 5.2
  • Inferior display type
    This smartphone has an inferior display type compared to the average smartphone (IPS LCD vs OLED/AMOLED). 0.00% of smartphones use the superior display type.
    IPS LCD vs OLED/AMOLED
  • 35.7% lower pixel density
    This smartphone has a lower pixel density than the average smartphone (254 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    254 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • 2.42 mm wider
    This smartphone is wider than the average smartphone (78.4 mm vs 76 mm). The average smartphone has a width of 76 mm.
    78.42 mm vs 76 mm
  • 6.52 mm taller
    This smartphone is taller than the average smartphone (170.1 mm vs 163.6 mm). The average smartphone has a height of 163.6 mm.
    170.12 mm vs 163.6 mm
  • 0.5 mm thicker
    This smartphone is thicker than the average smartphone (8.8 mm vs 8.3 mm). The average smartphone has a thickness of 8.3 mm.
    8.8 mm vs 8.3 mm

Video reviews

Hands-on testing, unboxing, and real-world video evaluations

8.0
The Product Reviewer
≈ estimated
17/09/2026
Hands-on review · battery, display and camera tests
Verdict
Xiaomi Redmi 17 5G is a good choice for buyers who prioritise battery life and screen size over sharpness and video.
4.0
Eugoson Quorch
≈ estimated
11/09/2026
Hands-on review · comparison with previous model
Verdict
Xiaomi Redmi 17 5G is worse than its predecessor overall, with better battery life as the only clear gain.
9.0
Tech RSYT
≈ estimated
05/09/2026
Unboxing and full review · two days of heavy use
Verdict
Xiaomi Redmi 17 5G is among the most balanced phones at its price, with a strong display, battery and daylight camera.
4.0
Pro Tech Village
≈ estimated
04/09/2026
Hardware and price review · comparison with a rival phone
Verdict
Xiaomi Redmi 17 5G has average hardware at this price, and a rival phone is the better choice.
7.0
Technical Parwez
≈ estimated
07/08/2026
Hands-on review · photos, fingerprint and key details
Verdict
Xiaomi Redmi 17 5G could compete in the budget segment if it launches at the right price.
6.0
TECHGO
≈ estimated
11/09/2026
Real-life review · one week of use
Verdict
Xiaomi Redmi 17 5G makes some compromises at this price, mainly on charging speed, display and processor.
9.0
Digital Gyan
≈ estimated
29/09/2026
Unboxing · camera test · first look
Verdict
Xiaomi Redmi 17 5G is worth buying in its budget class, ahead of rivals on camera, processor and battery.
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Hands-on video, no verdict

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

7.2
notebookcheck.net
✓ explicit
28/10/2026
Lab test · Long-battery budget phone
Verdict
The Redmi 17 5G is a budget phone whose battery lasted 25 hours 44 minutes in Wi-Fi testing, held back by 4GB RAM and average cameras.
7.2
smartzone.de
✓ explicit
10/09/2026
Hands-on test · Battery-focused budget phone
Verdict
The Redmi 17 5G packs a 7,500mAh battery into a leather-look back, but 4GB RAM, a dim screen and weak gaming hold it back.
7.2
notebookcheck.nl
✓ explicit
28/10/2026
Lab test · Long-battery budget phone
Verdict
The Redmi 17 5G is an affordable phone that ran 25 hours 44 minutes in Wi-Fi testing, though its 4GB RAM and average cameras hold it back.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Xiaomi Redmi 17 5G

  • A 6.9-inch screen is big enough for videos and reading.
  • The 120 Hz refresh rate makes scrolling look smooth.
  • 5G support keeps downloads quick on compatible networks.
  • NFC lets you pay with a tap.
  • 128 GB of storage leaves room for photos and games.
  • A 4 nm chip with eight threads keeps everyday apps quick.

What customers don't like about Xiaomi Redmi 17 5G

  • 4 GB of RAM can slow the phone down when many apps stay open.
  • The 254 ppi screen makes small text look softer.
  • There is no wireless charging, so you need a cable every time.
  • No optical image stabilization, so walking videos look shaky.
  • Direct OS updates are not available, so new Android versions may come late.

Verdict

A 6.9-inch screen is the first thing you notice on the Xiaomi Redmi 17 5G, and it makes videos easy to enjoy. The 120 Hz refresh rate keeps scrolling smooth, and the phone connects to 5G networks. A 4 nm chip with eight threads handles everyday apps. 128 GB of storage leaves room for photos and games. The trade-off is memory. With only 4 GB of RAM, the phone may slow down when many apps stay open. The screen is also 254 ppi, so small text looks softer than on sharper phones. There is no wireless charging, and the camera has no optical stabilization, so walking videos come out shaky. It suits someone who wants a large, fast screen for streaming and messaging and does not switch between many apps at once.

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