Specifications for the upcoming ultra-budget Xiaomi smartphone, the Redmi 17, have been leaked ahead of its official release. Positioned as a major disruptor in the budget tier, the phone is expected to feature a large 6.9-inch Full HD+ LCD display with a smooth 144 Hz refresh rate. The phone will be powered by Qualcomm’s newly released Snapdragon 4 Gen 4 processor and run on Xiaomi’s custom HyperOS interface based on Android 16. The phone’s standout feature is its massive 7,000 mAh battery, which promises up to two days of heavy use on a single charge. In terms of photography, the phone relies on a modest setup consisting of a 50MP main camera and an 8MP front lens. The official unveiling is expected on June 18, with a highly competitive starting price of approximately $150.
The key specifications of the new ultra-budget smartphone, the Xiaomi Redmi 17, have appeared online. Despite its modest price tag, the Redmi 17 will have plenty to offer buyers, reports GizmoChina.
The Redmi 17 will feature a 6.9-inch Full HD+ display. The refresh rate will be 144 Hz. A Snapdragon 4 Gen 4 processor will power the device, and it will also have a 7,000 mAh battery. The company promises two days of battery life, even with heavy use.
The camera setup will be modest with a 50-megapixel main module and an 8-megapixel front-facing camera. Like the latest Redmi smartphones, the Redmi 17 will come with the HyperOS interface, which is based on Android 16 and proprietary to Xiaomi.
The smartphone is set to be unveiled on June 18. According to preliminary reports, the starting price for the Redmi 17 will be $150.