Xiaomi launched the Redmi Note 17 5G in India on August 6, 2026, at ₹27,999 for 6GB + 128GB, with an 8,000mAh battery that Xiaomi calls the biggest ever on a Redmi phone. It runs on the Snapdragon 4 Gen 4, has a 6.99-inch 120Hz AMOLED display and a 50MP main camera. Sales began on August 12.
Key facts
- Launch: August 6, 2026; sales from August 12 on Xiaomi's store, Amazon and Xiaomi Retail
- 6GB + 128GB: ₹27,999 (₹24,999 introductory price with bank offer)
- 8GB + 128GB: ₹30,999
- Replaces the Redmi Note 15, which launched at ₹22,999; Xiaomi skipped the 'Note 16' name
Redmi Note 17 5G price in India
| Variant | Launch price | With launch bank offer |
|---|---|---|
| 6GB + 128GB | ₹27,999 | ₹24,999 |
| 8GB + 128GB | ₹30,999 | ₹27,999 |
The launch offer was an instant ₹3,000 discount on SBI Card, Axis Bank and Kotak Bank credit cards and EMI. Pre-launch leaks had suggested about ₹30,000 for the base model.
Redmi Note 17 5G specifications
| Display | 6.99-inch AMOLED, 120Hz |
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 4 (4nm) |
| Rear cameras | 50MP main + 8MP secondary |
| Battery | 8,000mAh |
What it means for retailers
The Note series is one of Xiaomi's biggest sellers and is stocked in Xiaomi Retail stores as well as online. The Note 17 costs ₹5,000 more than the Note 15 did at launch, so expect price questions from customers upgrading. The 8,000mAh battery is the headline selling point. The introductory ₹24,999 price applied only with select bank cards.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Redmi Note 17 5G price in India?
₹27,999 for 6GB + 128GB and ₹30,999 for 8GB + 128GB.
Does the Redmi Note 17 have a 200MP camera?
No. It has a 50MP main camera and an 8MP secondary camera.
Which processor does it use?
The Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 4.
Sources: Free Press Journal, Business Today, Smartprix.
Correction (October 26, 2026): Earlier Redmi Note 17 posts on this site said the phone had a 200MP periscope camera and gave prices between ₹15,000 and ₹23,000. It has a 50MP main camera and launched at ₹27,999. The posts have been merged into this rewritten article.
