The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max: A First Look at a Premium Smartphone
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, arriving shortly after the iPhone 17 Pro Max, presents a compelling offering in the high-end smartphone market. This initial assessment focuses on key features and early impressions.
A notable characteristic of the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is its rear screen. This display is a 120 Hz LTPO OLED panel capable of peak brightness reaching 3,500 nits. While the software integration for this secondary display is currently limited, primarily supporting Chinese-language applications and, notably, Spotify, its primary utility lies in its viewfinder capabilities for the integrated triple-camera system. This functionality allows for main camera and ultrawide selfies, reminiscent of features seen on previous generation devices like the Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra.
The device under review was acquired from a retailer in China. The retail package includes a basic plastic case, a USB-A to USB-C cable, and a 100W charger. Presently, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is exclusively available in China, with a global release timeline yet to be announced by Xiaomi. Comprehensive testing will be conducted as further information becomes available regarding the global launch.
