Xiaomi 17 Series & Pad 8 Confirmed to Launch in India on February 28

Xiaomi has officially confirmed that the Xiaomi 17 series will launch on February 28, 2026, at the Mobile World Congress (MWC) in Barcelona. The Chinese smartphone maker will debut the devices in India on the same day as the global unveiling. The company will begin the event at 2 PM Barcelona time (6:30 PM IST) and will likely livestream it for viewers worldwide. Alongside the new smartphones, Xiaomi will also introduce the Xiaomi Pad 8 in India.

A key highlight of the Xiaomi 17 lineup is its upgraded camera partnership with Leica. The companies have shifted from simple collaboration to a strategic co-creation approach. In practical terms, Leica is now more involved in camera design and tuning. Moreover, the goal is to offer users a more refined photography experience with improved lighting, natural colors, and professional-level output.

Xiaomi 17 Ultra

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra will be the star of the show. That’s because it’ll come with a massive 6.9-inch AMOLED display with 1.5K resolution, a 120Hz refresh rate, and a brightness of up to 3500 nits. In terms of performance, the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset will be the beating heart, with variants up to 16GB of RAM and 1TB of internal storage.

Additionally, it includes a 200MP periscope sensor to deliver high-quality zoom shots. The phone also houses a 6800mAh battery with 90W fast charging. The company uses leather and matte finishes in the design, taking inspiration from classic Leica cameras.

Xiaomi 17 & Pad 8

The Xiaomi 17 will debut alongside the Ultra version at the same event. It features a 6.3-inch AMOLED display and a 50MP triple-camera setup on the back. The phone is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 processor and features a 7000mAh battery.

Alongside the smartphones, Xiaomi is expected to introduce the Xiaomi Pad 8 in India. The tablet comes with an 11.2-inch 3.2K LCD screen supporting a 144Hz refresh rate. Furthermore, it runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite processor and offers up to 16GB RAM. For photography and video calls, it features a 50MP rear camera and a 32MP selfie camera. The device features a 9200mAh battery.

Expected Price

The company has not revealed India-specific pricing so far. In global markets, Xiaomi plans to launch the Xiaomi 17 Ultra at around €1,499 and the regular Xiaomi 17 at about €999. Pricing in India may change depending on local taxes and import costs.