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Hands-On Tests Spotlight Xiaomi 17 Pro Max Rear Screen as India Launch Planned for Q1 2026

Early reviews highlight impressive brightness and 120 Hz performance on the rear display but point out China-only software restrictions.

Overview

  • Xiaomi’s 17 lineup—17, 17 Pro and 17 Pro Max—has launched in China, with global availability reported to be a few months away and the Pro Max limited to the domestic market for now.
  • The Pro Max’s rear panel is a roughly 2.9-inch LTPO OLED at 120 Hz that peaks around 3,500 nits and serves effectively as a main‑camera viewfinder.
  • Hands-on testing notes that HyperOS 3 on Android 16 permits third‑party rear‑screen apps only from Chinese sources at present.
  • Key Pro Max specs include the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, a 6.9-inch 120 Hz main display, Leica‑branded triple 50 MP cameras with a 5x periscope, and a 7,500 mAh battery with 100 W wired, 50 W wireless and 22.5 W reverse charging.
  • Xiaomi India’s CMO says a local release is planned for Q1 2026, with coverage expecting a February 15–28 window, and China pricing starts at CNY 5,999 for the 12 GB/512 GB model.