Xiaomi has officially confirmed that it will skip the “Xiaomi 16” lineup and move directly to the Xiaomi 17 series, aiming to challenge Apple’s newly launched iPhone 17 family.
The announcement was made by Xiaomi president Lu Weibing on Weibo, generating strong anticipation among smartphone enthusiasts.
According to the company, the Xiaomi 17 series will debut later this month in China. The lineup will include three models: the Xiaomi 17, Xiaomi 17 Pro, and Xiaomi 17 Pro Max. Each device will target different segments of the premium market while sharing cutting-edge technology.
One of the most notable upgrades is that the Xiaomi 17 series will be the first to debut with Qualcomm’s next-generation Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset, offering superior performance and efficiency. Lu Weibing also highlighted that the base Xiaomi 17 will deliver major improvements over its predecessor without a price increase.
For reference, the Xiaomi 15 launched in China with a starting price of CNY 4,499 ($630), and the new model is expected to remain in a similar range.
The Xiaomi 17 Pro has been promoted as the company’s “most powerful compact imaging flagship,” while the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is described as Xiaomi’s most advanced flagship to date. Recent leaks suggest that the Pro Max could introduce a secondary rear display, offering unique multitasking and camera preview functions.
In terms of design, the base Xiaomi 17 is rumored to feature a 6.3-inch LTPO OLED display with 1.5K resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate, promising smoother visuals and energy efficiency. It is also expected to pack a massive 7,000mAh battery with fast charging capabilities, as well as an ultrasonic in-display fingerprint sensor for improved security.
Xiaomi’s strategy to leapfrog the 16 series reflects its confidence in competing directly with Apple. With the iPhone 17 already making headlines, the Xiaomi 17 series could be the company’s strongest contender yet in the global flagship smartphone race.