What to Know About Xiaomi's New Redmi 17
Offered starting at Rp 2,899,000, here are the specifications of the entry-level Xiaomi Redmi 17 phone sold in Indonesia.
Chinese smartphone maker Xiaomi unveiled the Redmi 17 4G, a budget-friendly entry-level device with a massive 7,500 mAh battery, in Indonesia on August 20, 2026. This was after the phone's worldwide launch earlier in the month. Speaking at a product demonstration in Jakarta, Xiaomi Indonesia's Head of PR Abee Hakim boasted that the Redmi 17 could last up to four days of regular use on a single charge.
The company claims the battery can sustain continuous audio playback for 91 hours or video playback for 28 hours.The Redmi 17 supports rapid 45 W charging and reverse wired charging at 22.5 W, turning it into an instant power bank. Its 6.9-inch screen boasts a 120 Hz refresh rate and a peak brightness of 800 nits. For photography, the phone features a 50 MP AI dual camera and a dual video mode that lets users record simultaneously with both the front and rear cameras.The Redmi 17 also boasts interactive RGB lighting on its rear panel that acts as an active charging indicator.
The lighting turns red at 0-20% battery, yellow-orange at 20-50%, green at 50-99%, and stays fully lit at 100%. In terms of durability, the phone is protected by Corning Gorilla Glass and carries an IP64 rating for dust and water splash resistance. Xiaomi promises up to six years of software support, including four major Android OS updates.
The Redmi 17 will go on sale on August 21, 2026, across Xiaomi's official online and physical stores in Indonesia. It will be available in three storage options: the 4/128 GB model priced at Rp2,899,000, the 6/128 GB version at Rp3,299,000, and the top-tier 6/256 GB configuration at Rp3,849,000.
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