Xiaomi 17 international edition: smaller battery, same fast charging

Xiaomi 17 international edition revealed: 10% smaller battery, same 100w charging

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The Xiaomi 17, set to launch globally soon, may come with a smaller battery compared to its Chinese counterpart.

nSpecs: The international edition reportedly boasts a 6,330mAh battery, a 10% reduction from the 7,000mAh cell found in the Chinese version. n

Charging speed remains the same

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Despite the smaller capacity, Xiaomi is rumored to maintain the 100W wired and 50W wireless charging speeds, thanks to its HyperCharge technology.

nColors and Storage: The global release will allegedly feature four colors - black, light blue, pink, and a new dark green option. Memory options include 12GB RAM with 256GB or 512GB storage.n

Pricing and release date

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Expected prices are €999 for the 12/256GB variant and €1,099 for the 12/512GB model in Europe.

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Competition with samsung galaxy s26

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The Xiaomi 17 will compete directly with Samsung's upcoming Galaxy S26 lineup, with the S26 Ultra boasting a 5,000mAh battery, significantly smaller than the international Xiaomi 17's 6,330mAh offering.

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Viewpoint:

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While understandable due to stricter regulations in European and US markets, the battery downgrade may disappoint enthusiasts seeking a device with a larger power pack.

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• International Xiaomi 17 expected to feature 6,330mAh battery, a 10% reduction from the Chinese model
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• 100W wired and 50W wireless charging speeds to remain the same
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• Four colors, including a new dark green, and two memory/storage options
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• Expected release in Europe soon, with pricing starting at €999 for the 12/256GB variant
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• Direct competition with Samsung Galaxy S26 lineup, with the S26 Ultra featuring a 5,000mAh battery

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