Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 (India/China)
$268Starting price · USBudget2026
7.1
Overall Score
vs peers
Average of camera, performance, battery, display, build, and value — see the full breakdown below.
6.99"
Display
50MP
Camera
8,000
mAh
8GB
Max RAM
45W
Charging
225g
Weight
Why This Phone
BudgetThe Redmi Note 17 is defined by its massive 8000 mAh battery and large display, offering exceptional endurance for its budget tier. Performance is estimated from the entry-level Snapdragon 4 Gen 4 chipset, which is sufficient for daily tasks but limited for demanding use. While the camera system is basic and the charging speed is modest for the battery size, the inclusion of IP65 protection and a high-refresh OLED panel provides solid value for the price.
Hardware Quality by Category
The hero score above is the average of these six components.
Camera5.5
Performance6.0
Battery9.8
Display7.5
Build6.5
Value7.3
Strengths
Massive 8000 mAh battery
Large 6.99-inch 120Hz OLED display
IP65 dust and water resistance
Reverse wired charging capability
Corning Gorilla Glass 7i protection
Weaknesses
Basic single-camera system lacks OIS and secondary lenses
Limited 1080p video recording
Entry-level Snapdragon 4 Gen 4 chipset
Slow 45W charging for such a large battery
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