Barcelona witnessed a defining moment in mobile innovation as Xiaomi unveiled the Xiaomi 17, Xiaomi 17 Ultra, and the Leica Leitzphone powered by Xiaomi, establishing a new benchmark in masterpiece flagship mobile imaging. Built upon an evolved Strategic Co-creation Model with Leica, this next-generation series delivers an uncompromising blend of professional photography, elite performance, refined design, and ecosystem intelligence.
Alongside the Xiaomi 17 Series, Xiaomi introduced the Xiaomi Pad 8 Series, the Xiaomi Watch 5, Xiaomi Scooter 6 Series, and the visionary Xiaomi Vision Gran Turismo hypercar, reinforcing its integrated Human x Car x Home ecosystem.
Table of contents
- Timeless Minimalist Design with Xiaomi Guardian Structure
- Xiaomi × Leica: A Strategic Co-Creation Model for Imaging Excellence
- Xiaomi 17 Ultra: 1-Inch LOFIC Sensor and 200MP Leica Telephoto Revolution
- Xiaomi 17: Flagship Compact Imaging with Light Fusion 950
- Leica Leitzphone Powered by Xiaomi: A Tribute to 100 Years of Imaging
- Snapdragon® 8 Elite Gen 5: Flagship Power Without Limits
- Revolutionary Xiaomi Surge Battery Technology
- HyperRGB OLED Display: Precision Color and Peak Brightness
- Xiaomi Pad 8 Series: AI Productivity Powerhouse
- Xiaomi Vision Gran Turismo: Electric Hypercar Innovation
- Pricing and Availability
- A New Era of Masterpiece Flagship Mobile Imaging
Timeless Minimalist Design with Xiaomi Guardian Structure
The Xiaomi 17 Series embodies a minimalist yet professional aesthetic, crafted for users who demand both elegance and durability.
Xiaomi 17 Ultra: The Thinnest and Lightest Ultra Yet
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra measures just 8.29mm thick and weighs as little as 218.4g, making it the most refined Ultra device to date. Its Golden Arc curves, ultra-flat body, and repositioned camera housing create a seamless silhouette. Available in Black, White, and Starlit Green, it reflects flagship sophistication.
Durability is reinforced by the Xiaomi Guardian Structure, featuring:
- Xiaomi Shield Glass 3.0 with 30% improved drop resistance
- High-strength fiberglass back
- Aerospace-grade aluminum alloy frame
- IP68 dust and water resistance
This fusion of engineering and aesthetics ensures resilience without compromising elegance.
Xiaomi 17: Compact Powerhouse with Premium Build
The standard Xiaomi 17 is engineered for compact performance. At 8.06mm thickness and 191g weight, it delivers premium imaging and computational power in a lighter chassis.
Color options include:
- Venture Green
- Alpine Pink
- Ice Blue
- Black
Ultra-slim 1.18mm bezels, a redesigned camera deco, and 6M42 aluminum frame provide a secure, premium grip with long-term structural strength.
Xiaomi × Leica: A Strategic Co-Creation Model for Imaging Excellence
The Xiaomi-Leica partnership has advanced beyond joint R&D into a Strategic Co-creation Model, deeply integrating Leica’s century-long optical heritage into Xiaomi’s computational ecosystem.
The Xiaomi 17 Series benefits from:
- Leica UltraPure optical lens treatment
- Multi-layer optical coatings
- Enhanced reflection reduction
- Improved light transmission to the sensor
- AI Creativity Assistant tools
- Xiaomi HyperConnect Multicam workflow
This synergy ensures color fidelity, precision HDR, reduced ghosting, and cinematic video output across lighting conditions.
Xiaomi 17 Ultra: 1-Inch LOFIC Sensor and 200MP Leica Telephoto Revolution
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra introduces Xiaomi’s first 1-inch LOFIC Light Fusion 1050L sensor, significantly increasing full-well capacity for next-generation HDR performance.
Key Camera Highlights:
- 50MP Leica main camera (ƒ/1.67, OIS)
- 200MP Leica 75–100mm telephoto with mechanical optical zoom
- Extended 400mm (17.2x) equivalent focal length
- Leica APO optical calibration
- Advanced ghosting and color-fringing control
For videographers, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra delivers:
- 4K 120fps Dolby Vision® recording
- ACES Log professional workflow
- 8K video capture
- Cinema-grade stabilization
- High dynamic range night video clarity
This device sets a new standard for long-range photography, HDR accuracy, and professional cinematic capture in a smartphone.
Xiaomi 17: Flagship Compact Imaging with Light Fusion 950
The Xiaomi 17 integrates the Light Fusion 950 1/1.31” sensor with 2.4μm 4-in-1 Super Pixel architecture, achieving 13.5EV dynamic range.
Imaging features include:
- 50MP Leica main camera
- Leica 60mm floating telephoto
- 10cm macro photography
- 20x AI Ultra Zoom
- 50MP autofocus front camera
Video capabilities include:
- 4K 60fps Dolby Vision®
- 4K Log recording
- Consistent color science and stabilization
This compact flagship balances professional photography with portability.
Leica Leitzphone Powered by Xiaomi: A Tribute to 100 Years of Imaging
Celebrating Leica’s centenary, the Leica Leitzphone powered by Xiaomi integrates iconic Leica craftsmanship with Xiaomi’s technological backbone.
Distinctive Features:
- Nickel-anodized aluminum body
- Physical Leica Camera Ring dial
- Leica Essential Mode inspired by Leica M9 and Leica M3
- Leica custom UI and filters
- 1TB storage configuration
The tactile camera ring recreates the sensation of a classic zoom lens, delivering an authentic photographic experience in a modern mobile form.
Snapdragon® 8 Elite Gen 5: Flagship Power Without Limits
All Xiaomi 17 models are powered by the Snapdragon® 8 Elite Gen 5 Mobile Platform, built on a 3nm process.
Performance architecture includes:
- 3rd Gen Qualcomm Oryon™ CPU
- Next-gen Adreno™ GPU
- Advanced Hexagon™ NPU
- LPDDR5X RAM
- UFS 4.1 storage
This configuration enables:
- Rapid 8K video capture
- High-refresh gaming
- Advanced AI workflows
- Seamless multitasking
Revolutionary Xiaomi Surge Battery Technology
The Xiaomi 17 Series debuts the Xiaomi Surge Battery with 16% silicon content, dramatically improving energy density.
Battery Capacities:
- Xiaomi 17 Ultra: 6000mAh
- Xiaomi 17: 6330mAh
Charging speeds include:
- 100W wired HyperCharge
- 90W wired (Ultra variant)
- 50W wireless HyperCharge
- 100W PD-PPS compatibility
This innovation ensures extended endurance without increasing device bulk.
HyperRGB OLED Display: Precision Color and Peak Brightness
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra introduces Xiaomi HyperRGB OLED technology, optimizing subpixel layout for sharper clarity and enhanced efficiency.
Display Highlights:
- Up to 3500 nits peak brightness
- 1–120Hz LTPO adaptive refresh rate
- HDR10+ and Dolby Vision®
- 68 billion colors
- TÜV Rheinland certifications
- DC dimming for eye comfort
These displays deliver exceptional clarity in any lighting condition.
Xiaomi Pad 8 Series: AI Productivity Powerhouse
The Xiaomi Pad 8 and Xiaomi Pad 8 Pro expand Xiaomi’s premium ecosystem into advanced productivity tablets.
Core Display Specifications:
- 11.2-inch 3.2K resolution
- 144Hz refresh rate
- 800 nits brightness
- Dolby Vision® support
- Ultra-thin 5.75mm design
- 9,200mAh battery
Running on Xiaomi HyperOS 3, the Pad 8 Series supports:
- PC-level browser functionality
- 5:5 vertical split view
- 1:9 horizontal multitasking
- WPS Office PC integration
- Xiaomi HyperAI productivity tools
Xiaomi Pad 8 Pro Performance
- Snapdragon® 8 Elite
- 67W HyperCharge
- 50MP rear camera
- 32MP front camera
- Up to 512GB storage
- Matte Glass anti-reflective display option
Xiaomi Pad 8
- Snapdragon® 8s Gen 4
- 45W turbo charging
- 13MP rear camera
- Up to 256GB storage
The addition of the Xiaomi Focus Pen Pro enhances creative workflows with precision stylus control.
Xiaomi Vision Gran Turismo: Electric Hypercar Innovation
Xiaomi’s collaboration with Gran Turismo 7 introduces the Xiaomi Vision Gran Turismo hypercar.
Key highlights:
- Aerodynamic drag coefficient of 0.29
- Downforce of -1.2
- Active Wake Control System
- Accretion Rims
- Halo-shaped taillight air outlet
- Sofa Racer intelligent cockpit
- Full integration into Xiaomi’s smart ecosystem
This electric hypercar symbolizes Xiaomi’s expansion beyond consumer electronics into next-generation mobility.
Pricing and Availability
Xiaomi 17
- Starting from €999
- 256GB / 512GB
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- Starting from €1,499
- 512GB / 1TB
Leica Leitzphone Powered by Xiaomi
- Starting from €1,999
- 1TB storage
Xiaomi Pad 8
- Starting from €449.9
Xiaomi Pad 8 Pro
- Starting from €549.9
- Matte Glass version: €769.9
A New Era of Masterpiece Flagship Mobile Imaging
The Xiaomi 17 Series marks a transformative chapter in smartphone innovation. With 1-inch LOFIC sensor technology, 200MP Leica telephoto optics, Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 performance, HyperRGB OLED displays, and revolutionary battery engineering, Xiaomi has redefined what flagship excellence means.
The collaboration with Leica elevates imaging authenticity, while the broader ecosystem from tablets to electric hypercars reflects Xiaomi’s commitment to interconnected intelligence and precision engineering.
The Xiaomi 17 Series is not merely an upgrade. It is a declaration of leadership in professional mobile photography, computational power, and design mastery.