New Delhi [India], August 7: Xiaomi launched the Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 5G in India on 6 August 2026, adding a large-battery, big-screen option to its popular Note series, with sales opening on 12 August 2026. The phone pairs an 8,000mAh battery with a spacious AMOLED display and an updated Snapdragon chipset.
Buyers can bring it home on Easy EMIs from Bajaj Finance, choosing an Easy EMI Loan with a loan offer amount of up to Rs. 5 lakh or an Insta EMI Card with a loan offer amount of up to Rs. 3 lakh, both with EMIs starting from Rs. 830 a month across tenures of 3 to 60 months.
Redmi Note 17 5G: Key specs at a glance
The Redmi Note 17 5G pairs a 6.99-inch AMOLED display running at 120Hz with the Snapdragon 4 Gen 4 chipset, available in 6GB and 8GB RAM options with 128GB storage. It carries a 50MP rear camera and an 8MP front camera, backed by an 8,000mAh battery with 45W fast charging, and runs Android 16 with HyperOS 3.
Key specs:
- Display: 6.99-inch AMOLED, 120Hz refresh rate
- Chipset: Snapdragon 4 Gen 4
- RAM: 6GB or 8GB
- Storage: 128GB
- Rear camera: 50MP
- Front camera: 8MP
- Battery: 8,000mAh with 45W fast charging
- Operating system: Android 16 with HyperOS 3
- Price: starts at Rs. 27,999
Design and display
The Redmi Note 17 5G comes with a 6.99-inch AMOLED display that supports a 120Hz refresh rate and reaches up to 1,800 nits of peak brightness, which should help with outdoor visibility on sunny days. The screen sits under Corning Gorilla Glass 7i for everyday protection, and the phone carries an IP65 rating against dust and light splashes.
Key display and design highlights:
- 6.99-inch AMOLED display with 120Hz refresh rate
- 1080×2396 resolution with up to 1,800 nits peak brightness
- Corning Gorilla Glass 7i protection
- IP65 rating for dust and splash resistance
- Available in Starlight Purple, Dark Night, and Arctic Blue
Performance and software
Inside, the Redmi Note 17 5G runs on the Snapdragon 4 Gen 4 chipset, paired with 6GB or 8GB RAM and 128GB of storage. The phone ships with Android 16 under Xiaomi’s HyperOS 3 skin, bringing updated visuals and system-level features to the Note series.
Performance highlights:
- Snapdragon 4 Gen 4 chipset
- 6GB or 8GB RAM options
- 128GB storage
- Android 16 with HyperOS 3
Camera
For photography, the Redmi Note 17 5G uses a 50MP main rear camera with an f/1.8 aperture, suited to daily photography and casual video recording. On the front, an 8MP camera handles selfies and video calls.
Camera highlights:
- 50MP main rear camera, f/1.8 aperture
- 8MP front camera for selfies and video calls
- Full HD video recording on both cameras
Battery and charging
Battery life is the standout feature of this launch. The Redmi Note 17 5G packs an 8,000mAh battery, which Xiaomi says can comfortably run beyond two days of typical daily use. It supports 45W wired fast charging, so users can top up the large battery without an overnight wait.
Why the Redmi Note 17 5G stands out
The Redmi Note 17 5G moves away from the usual mid-range formula of chasing camera megapixels and puts battery life and screen size at the centre of the phone instead. With a battery well above the 5,000mAh to 6,000mAh range common in this segment, alongside a large 120Hz AMOLED display, the phone suits buyers who stream, browse, or game for long stretches and want to charge less often. It offers an alternative within Xiaomi’s Redmi Note range for those who prioritise stamina over camera specifications.
Redmi Note 17 5G price in India
Xiaomi has launched the Redmi Note 17 5G in India across two variants, with sales opening on 12 August 2026 through Xiaomi’s official website, Amazon India, and Xiaomi retail outlets. Buyers using select bank cards can also avail an additional instant discount at launch.
Pricing details:
- 6GB RAM + 128GB storage: Rs. 27,999
- 8GB RAM + 128GB storage: Rs. 30,999
Disclaimer: Prices may change based on availability, offers, and location. Please check the latest price before buying.
Buying the Redmi Note 17 5G on Easy EMIs from Bajaj Finance
Buyers who want to spread the cost of their new phone can do so at any Bajaj Finance partner store. The process is simple: shoppers check their loan eligibility online, visit a nearby partner store once approved, select the Redmi Note 17 5G, and complete the purchase using an Easy EMI Loan or Insta EMI Card. Bajaj Finance runs a network of over 1.5 lakh partner stores across more than 4,000 cities in India, making it easy to find a nearby outlet in most towns and cities.
Buyers can also take advantage of the following offers when shopping through Bajaj Finance partner stores:
- Zero down payment on select models
- Easy EMIs starting from Rs. 830
- Flexible tenures ranging between 3 and 60 months
- Up to 60% off the price of select phones
This makes it simple to spread the cost of the Redmi Note 17 5G in a way that suits different budgets. For anyone still comparing options, the full range of Xiaomi mobiles is also available on Easy EMIs, making it worth a look before deciding. With financing this straightforward, picking up the Redmi Note 17 5G and its long-lasting battery becomes a simple, budget-friendly decision.
Bajaj Finance Limited
Bajaj Finance Ltd. (‘BFL’, ‘Bajaj Finance’, or ‘the Company’), a subsidiary of Bajaj Finserv Ltd., is a deposit-taking Non-Banking Financial Company (NBFC-D) registered with the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) and is classified as an NBFC-Investment and Credit Company (NBFC-ICC). BFL is engaged in the business of lending and acceptance of deposits. It has a diversified lending portfolio across retail, SMEs, and commercial customers with significant presence in both urban and rural India. It accepts public and corporate deposits and offers a variety of financial services products to its customers. BFL, a thirty-five-year-old enterprise, has now become a leading player in the NBFC sector in India, and on a consolidated basis, it has a franchise of 69.14 million customers. BFL has the highest domestic credit rating of AAA/Stable for long-term borrowing, A1+ for short-term borrowing, and CRISIL AAA/Stable & [ICRA]AAA(Stable) for its FD program. It has a long-term issuer credit rating of BB+/Positive and a short-term rating of B by S&P Global Ratings.
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