Xiaomi 17 Ultra leaks tout Leica-coated optics, a 1-inch 50 MP main camera, Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, and a 6000-7000 mAh battery. Read all the rumored specs.
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Fresh leaks suggest Xiaomi is gearing up to unveil the Xiaomi 17 Ultra in China by the end of this month. The model will top a lineup that already includes the Xiaomi 17 and 17 Pro, launched in the fall. According to leaker Smart Pikachu, the headline change is the camera: Leica optics with a new coating designed to cut optical distortions and elevate fine detail.
The source notes that the Xiaomi 17 Ultra prioritizes image purity at the optical stage rather than relying on software tweaks. The updated Leica coating is said to improve light transmission while reducing glare and flares. The insider describes the approach as tackling optical issues through optical means, with a focus on maximum sharpness and accurate color. It’s a shift that reads like a nod to photography purists who care as much about glass as they do about algorithms.
The camera system itself is set for a revamp. Instead of the four-sensor array used previously, Xiaomi is expected to pivot to a refined triple setup: a 50 MP 1-inch main sensor (possibly the OmniVision OV50X), a 200 MP periscope telephoto lens, and a 50 MP ultrawide camera for more flexible shooting. The streamlined selection points to a more focused imaging strategy.
Under the hood, rumors point to a Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 built for demanding tasks, including intensive photo and video work. There’s also talk of a major battery capacity boost—between 6000 and 7000 mAh—marking the biggest leap in the series to date. If that range holds, battery life could become a core selling point.
Up front, the display is expected to be flat, and the fingerprint reader is set to switch to an ultrasonic module. Other mentions include support for two satellite networks and a reinforced chassis. The insider also indicates that alongside the Xiaomi 17 Ultra, the company plans to announce the Band 10 Pro fitness tracker and its first network-attached storage device, hinting at a broader ecosystem push.