Xiaomi 17 Ultra by Leica Edition

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Xiaomi 17 Ultra by Leica Edition

Xiaomi 17 Ultra by Leica is a phone built first and foremost for people who love taking photos. Its default Leica “Decisive Moment” color profile is instantly addictive, delivering images with that unmistakable German Leica character—subtle contrast, restrained saturation, and a natural, almost documentary feel that stands out from the overly processed look of many flagship smartphones.

Telephoto camera is the highlight of the system. It’s deeply satisfying to use, producing crisp, expressive shots that encourage you to zoom in and explore compositions. The main camera is competent and dependable, though it doesn’t always wow, while the ultra-wide lens feels like the weakest link in the lineup. Even so, taken as a whole, the photography experience is excellent, especially for stills.

That said, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra by Leica isn’t without its compromises. Large lens module has noticeable internal movement, resulting in audible shaking and knocking that can be distracting in daily use. Viewfinder experience also falls short, which is surprising for a device so heavily centered on imaging—it can break immersion at the very moment you’re trying to frame a shot.

Video is another area where the phone struggles to match the best in the industry. Compared with the iPhone, sharpness lags behind, with footage that can resemble line-skipping on a mirrorless camera, and color rendering lacks the polish you’d expect at this level.

Despite these drawbacks, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra by Leica remains a compelling choice for photography-focused users. Its strengths in still imaging—especially Leica color science and telephoto performance—make it a phone that rewards photographers, even if it asks them to accept a few clear trade-offs along the way.

Leica Edition Exclusives

• Dedicated exterior design
• Physical zoom ring
• Exclusive Leica camera features
• Dual satellite communication
• Independent security chip
• Limited-edition gift box

Key Specifications

Display

• 6.9-inch flexible OLED flat display
• RGB S-Stripe subpixel layout
• Resolution: 2608 × 1200
• LTPO adaptive refresh rate: 1–120Hz

Performance

• Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 (Elite Edition)
• LPDDR5X RAM
• UFS 4.1 storage

Camera System (Xiaomi × Leica)

Main Camera

• 50MP OVX10500U
• 1-inch sensor with LOFIC ultra-high dynamic range technology
• 23mm equivalent focal length
• f/1.67 aperture
• 1G + 6P lens structure

Telephoto Camera

• 200MP Samsung S5KHPE
• 1/1.4-inch sensor
• 75–100mm equivalent optical zoom
• f/2.39–f/2.96 aperture
• 3G + 5P lens structure
• Leica APO certification

Ultra-Wide Camera

• 50MP Samsung S5KJN5
• 1/2.75-inch sensor
• 14mm equivalent focal length
• f/2.2 aperture
• Supports 5cm macro photography

Front Camera

• 50MP OV50M
• 1/2.88-inch sensor
• 21.4mm equivalent focal length
• f/2.2 aperture

Battery & Charging

• 6,800mAh battery
• 90W wired charging (private protocol, 100W charger included)
• Supports 90W PPS universal fast charging
• 50W wireless fast charging

Connectivity & Hardware

• UWB (FastConnect 7900)
• Wi-Fi 7 with 2.4GHz + 5GHz MLO support
• USB-C (USB 3.2 Gen 2)
• Dual speakers (1014E + 1115X)
• 0809E X-axis linear motor

Dimensions & Weight

• Dimensions: 162.9 × 77.6 × 8.29 mm
• Weight:
  • Black / White / Purple: 223.4g
  • Green: 224g