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Xiaomi 17 Series Goes On Sale in China as Global Rollout Starts, Eyeing Apple’s High End

China sales started on September 27 with the 17 Pro Max priced between ¥5,999 and ¥6,999.

Overview

  • Xiaomi’s trio—17, 17 Pro and 17 Pro Max—was unveiled in Beijing on September 25 with China availability through Mi.com and authorized retailers beginning September 27.
  • The 17 Pro Max highlights a non‑folding dual‑screen design with a rear display for notifications and selfies, a Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chip, and Leica‑tuned cameras including a 50 MP main sensor and 5x periscope telephoto.
  • A 7,500 mAh battery with 100 W wired and 50 W wireless charging positions the flagship against Apple’s latest iPhone models on endurance and charging speed.
  • International rollout is underway on a staggered basis, with local arrival dates and pricing still unconfirmed; some regional outlets estimate country launches could follow within roughly 10 to 30 days.
  • Official China pricing for the 17 Pro Max translates to about $825 to $960 at current exchange rates, though final prices abroad will depend on taxes, tariffs and distributor markups.