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Redmi Note 17 Pro Max at a glance

Release date

Price

Specs

Redmi Note 17 vs Redmi Note 17 Pro vs Redmi Note 17 Pro Max

How it compares to the Redmi Note 15 Pro+

Where to buy the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max

Frequently asked questions

Xiaomi launched the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max globally on August 27, 2026. It is the first Pro Max phone in the Redmi Note series, and it sits above the Redmi Note 17 Pro as the top model in the lineup.

The phone’s biggest selling point is its battery. Depending on where you buy it, you get a 9,210mAh or 10,000mAh battery, paired with 100W fast charging. Below, you’ll find the release date, price, full specs, and how the Pro Max compares to the standard Note 17 and Note 17 Pro.

Redmi Note 17 Pro Max at a glance

Redmi Note 17 Pro Max release date

Xiaomi announced the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max on August 27, 2026, as part of a global launch that also included the Redmi Note 17, Redmi Note 17 5G, and Redmi Note 17 Pro 5G. Sale dates and prices differ by country, so check the details for your market below.

Is it coming to Nigeria, Kenya, South Africa, or Ghana?

Xiaomi has not confirmed a release date for the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max in Nigeria, Kenya, South Africa, or Ghana. None of these countries has a local product page for the phone yet, and Xiaomi’s Nigeria site still shows the Redmi Note 15 series as its newest model.

Reports suggest the phone is headed to more African markets, but there’s no confirmed country-level pricing or sale date yet. If you see the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max for sale locally before an official announcement, treat it as an imported unit. It may not come with a local warranty.

Redmi Note 17 Pro Max price

Xiaomi has confirmed official prices in a few markets, while others are still pending. Here’s what we know so far.

What would it cost in Nigeria, Kenya, South Africa, and Ghana?

Xiaomi hasn’t announced local pricing for these markets. As a rough guide, converting the European price range (€599.90 to €649) at rates checked on August 27, 2026 gives you:

Nigeria: about ₦968,000 to ₦1.05 million
Kenya: about KSh90,400 to KSh97,800
South Africa: about R11,170 to R12,084
Ghana: about GH₵7,829 to GH₵8,469

These are direct currency conversions and don’t include shipping, import duties, taxes, or retailer markup. Your actual price will likely be higher once the phone reaches local markets officially, and prices may shift with currency changes.

Redmi Note 17 Pro Max specs

1. Display and design

A 6.83-inch AMOLED display with 1.5K resolution (2772 x 1280) and up to 120Hz refresh rate
Peak brightness of up to 3,500 nits, with support for HDR10+ and Dolby Vision
Gorilla Glass Victus 2 protection on the front
Weighs 229.5g and comes in Black, Cloud Blush, and other colours depending on your region

Cloud Blush shifts from white to a pink-orange tone in sunlight or under UV light.

2. Chipset and performance

The Redmi Note 17 Pro Max runs on a Snapdragon 6 Gen 5 chip, built on a 4nm process with a top CPU speed of 2.6GHz. Qualcomm says this chip delivers up to 21% better graphics performance and 20% faster app launches than the chip it replaces.

In everyday use, like browsing and watching videos, the phone runs smoothly according to early hands-on tests. Heavy gaming at high settings can cause some stuttering. The Snapdragon 6 Gen 5 sits in Qualcomm’s mid-range lineup, so the Pro Max name doesn’t mean flagship-level power.

3. Cameras

A 50MP main camera with optical image stabilisation (OIS)
An 8MP ultrawide camera
A 32MP front camera for selfies and video calls
Video recording up to 4K at 30fps on both the front and rear cameras

Compared to the Redmi Note 15 Pro+’s 200MP main camera, this is a step down in resolution. Higher megapixels don’t always mean better photos, but it’s worth knowing if you’re upgrading from that model.

4. Battery and charging

A 10,000mAh battery in Japan, Singapore, Malaysia, and Xiaomi’s global markets, or a 9,210mAh battery in Europe and Australia
100W wired charging, with Xiaomi claiming a full charge in a little over an hour
Up to 27W reverse wired charging, so you can charge other devices from your phone
Xiaomi says the battery keeps at least 80% of its capacity after 1,600 charge cycles, or roughly six years of typical use

One independent test in Singapore recorded a charge from 0% to 50% in 34 minutes, and close to two hours for a full charge, so actual charging time may run longer than Xiaomi’s marketing figures suggest.

The charger isn’t included everywhere. Japan’s retail box includes a 100W adapter, but Xiaomi’s global page says the standard package doesn’t. Check your local listing before you buy.

5. Durability

IP68 and IP69 water and dust resistance in most markets, with the full IP66/IP68/IP69/IP69K rating in global and Singapore units
SGS-certified to survive a 3-meter drop onto hard granite in testing
Gorilla Glass Victus 2 on the display
TÜV SÜD certification covering battery, drop, and water resistance tests

Even with these ratings, water resistance can wear down over time, and Xiaomi’s warranty still has exclusions. Treat these ratings as durability advantages, not a guarantee.

6. Software

Runs Xiaomi’s HyperOS 3 out of the box, on top of Android 16
Six years of security updates confirmed in Japan and Singapore
Xiaomi’s 72-month like-new claim refers to an internal ageing test, not a promise of six years of major Android upgrades
AI features like Circle to Search, Google Gemini, AI Writing, AI Interpreter, and AI Erase Pro, though availability depends on your region and language

7. Connectivity and other features

5G and 4G support, with dual SIM options that vary by market, and eSIM support in some regions
Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 6.0
NFC and an infrared blaster, both dependent on your region
An in-display fingerprint sensor, face unlock, and USB-C charging, but no 3.5mm headphone jack or microSD card slot

Why does the battery size change by market?

You’ll see both 9,210mAh and 10,000mAh listed for the same phone, and both numbers are correct. Xiaomi sells different battery configurations depending on where you buy the phone. Japan, Singapore, Malaysia, and Xiaomi’s global materials list a 10,000mAh battery. Europe and Australia get a 9,210mAh version instead, which reportedly uses a dual-cell design rather than a single cell. Xiaomi hasn’t explained why the capacities differ, so don’t assume it’s due to regional regulations until the company confirms it.

Redmi Note 17 vs Redmi Note 17 Pro vs Redmi Note 17 Pro Max

Here’s how the three Note 17 models compare, based on Singapore’s launch lineup, where all three were announced together with official prices.

The standard Note 17 focuses on value, the Pro adds a sharper display and stronger water resistance, and the Pro Max pushes battery size and charging speed further than either one.

How it compares to the Redmi Note 15 Pro+

The Pro Max gives you a much bigger battery, faster storage, and newer software than the Note 15 Pro+. The older phone still wins on camera resolution, with its 200MP main sensor beating the Pro Max’s 50MP setup, and it’s noticeably lighter too. Don’t expect the Pro Max to improve on every spec, since the camera is one area where it falls behind.

Where to buy the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max

Japan: Xiaomi’s website and stores, Amazon Japan, Rakuten, Yahoo Shopping, electronics retailers, and through SoftBank, Y!mobile, or IIJmio
Singapore: Xiaomi’s website, Xiaomi Stores, Shopee, and Lazada
Europe: Amazon and major electronics retailers in Spain and Germany already list the phone
Malaysia: Official channels and pricing will be confirmed at the September 2 launch

Buying in Nigeria, Kenya, South Africa, or Ghana

Until Xiaomi publishes an official local page, treat any listing you find as an import. Before you buy, check these points:

Confirm whether the unit has the 9,210mAh or 10,000mAh battery
Check that it supports your local 4G and 5G bands, and whether the charger and correct plug type are included
Ask the seller whether Xiaomi’s local service centres will honour the warranty
Confirm that eSIM and NFC work with your network, if you plan to use them

Frequently asked questions

Q) When was the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max released?

A) Xiaomi announced the phone globally on August 27, 2026. Japan started sales on August 28, and Singapore opens general sales on September 3. Other markets have their own dates, listed above.

Q) How much does the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max cost?

A) The international starting price is reported at about $499. In Europe, the 8GB/256GB version costs €599.90. Japan’s price starts at ¥79,980, and Singapore’s starts at S$749.

Q) Does the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max support 5G?

A) Yes. The phone’s full name includes 5G, and its spec sheet lists broad 5G band support across markets.

Q) Does it have a 9,210mAh or 10,000mAh battery?

A) Both exist. Europe and Australia get the 9,210mAh version. Japan, Singapore, and Malaysia get the 10,000mAh version.

Q) What cameras does the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max have?

A) It has a 50MP main camera with OIS and an 8MP ultrawide camera on the back, plus a 32MP front camera.

Q) Is the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max coming to Nigeria, Kenya, South Africa, or Ghana?

A) Xiaomi hasn’t confirmed a release date or price for any of these four markets yet. Imported units may show up before an official local launch, so confirm the battery version and warranty coverage before you buy.

Q) Does it come with a charger in the box?

A) That depends on where you buy it. Japan’s retail box includes a 100W charger, but Xiaomi’s global page says the general package excludes one. Check your local listing to be sure.

Q) How many software updates will it get?

A) Xiaomi promises six years of security updates in markets like Japan and Singapore, though it hasn’t confirmed how many major Android version upgrades you’ll get. The separate 72-month claim you may see refers to an internal ageing test, not a software update promise.

Q) How does the Pro Max compare to the Redmi Note 17 Pro?

A) The Pro Max has a faster Snapdragon 6 Gen 5 chip, a bigger battery, and 100W charging. The Pro uses a Snapdragon 6s Gen 4 chip, an 8,340mAh battery, and 67W charging. Both share a similar 6.83-inch 1.5K display and the same 50MP plus 8MP rear camera setup.

Redmi Note 17 Pro Max: Release date, price and specs

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