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Xiaomi 17 Max Launches in China With Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 and 200MP Camera

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Xiaomi launches the Xiaomi 17 Max in China featuring Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, up to 16GB RAM, and a 200MP Leica camera system starting at CNY 4,299.

Xiaomi 17 Max rear camera array with 200MP primary sensor and telephoto lens
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Xiaomi has introduced the Xiaomi 17 Max, a new flagship smartphone designed for the Chinese market. The device features a Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 processor paired with up to 16GB of RAM and 512GB of storage. This hardware configuration positions the phone as a high-performance option within the brand's current lineup.

The new flagship smartphone features a 6.9-inch OLED display with 3,500 nits peak brightness.

The smartphone includes a large 6.9-inch OLED display that supports a 120Hz refresh rate and reaches a peak brightness of 3,500 nits. The camera system consists of a 200MP primary sensor with a 1/1.4-inch size and f/1.65 aperture. It also features a 50MP ultrawide lens and a 50MP telephoto camera with OIS and 3x optical zoom.

Xiaomi 17 Max rear camera array with 200MP primary sensor and telephoto lens
Xiaomi 17 Max rear camera array with 200MP primary sensor and telephoto lens

The device is equipped with an 8,000mAh battery that supports 100W fast charging. Pricing for the Xiaomi 17 Max starts at CNY 4,299 (about $631) for the base model with 12GB of RAM and 256GB of storage. The top-tier variant with maximum specifications costs CNY 5,299 (about $778).

Xiaomi has confirmed the launch price for the device in China but has not yet announced a global release date or international availability. The brand currently limits this specific model to the Chinese market without providing further details on potential worldwide distribution.

Xiaomi 17 Max device pricing and availability details for the Chinese market
Xiaomi 17 Max device pricing and availability details for the Chinese market

Source: Xiaomi, NotebookCheck