smartphoneVersatile rear displayKey factorexpand_more0 mentions
The secondary rear screen is praised for enabling high-quality selfies with the main camera, acting as a teleprompter, controlling music and notifications without unlocking the phone, and even displaying QR codes for payments in China. Many say it reduces screen time and doomscrolling.
Strongly positive
verifiedLong-term reliability from loyal usersKey factorexpand_more0 mentions
Multiple long-time Xiaomi owners report their older phones still perform excellently years later, including battery health, which builds confidence in the 17 Pro's durability. Several say they've switched from Samsung, Apple, or other brands and stayed loyal to Xiaomi since.
Strongly positive
lightbulbGenuine innovation despite Apple comparisonsKey factorexpand_more0 mentions
Even commenters who note design similarities to Apple credit Xiaomi with real innovation on top, citing the dual-screen concept and pushing tech forward when other brands have gotten more conservative. Some call it an 'engineering marvel' relative to competitors.
Widely praised
photo_cameraStrong camera qualityKey factorexpand_more0 mentions
The Leica-tuned color science and 8K vlogging capability impressed users who found the camera far better than expected, especially since it wasn't heavily marketed. The rear-camera selfie function via the back screen is also called out as a standout feature.
Strongly positive
battery_fullBig battery and fast chargingKey factorexpand_more0 mentions
Users highlight the large 7500mAh battery and included 100w charger that can fully charge the phone quickly, even years after purchase. Battery drain tests also showed it outperforming rivals, though gains over the iPhone were modest in absolute terms.
Strongly positive
card_giftcardGenerous bundled accessoriesKey factorexpand_more0 mentions
Reviewers repeatedly note that the phone ships with a case, charger, cable, and pre-applied screen protectors, something rarely offered by Apple or Samsung. This is seen as strong added value at the price point.
Strongly positive
engineeringLightweight, well-engineered buildNotableexpand_more0 mentions
Commenters are impressed that Xiaomi packed in maxed-out specs, a large battery, and a second display while keeping the phone lighter than the iPhone 17 Pro Max and Galaxy S25 Ultra. This is seen as an engineering achievement rather than just a bigger battery.
Widely praised
publicFully usable outside China with global supportNotableexpand_more0 mentions
Several commenters report that China-ROM or global-support units of the phone work flawlessly in Europe, the US, and Singapore, with full Google services support out of the box. Buyers describe daily use in the states and importing global-support versions via Hong Kong without issues.
Strongly positive
attach_moneyStrong value for money versus Appleexpand_more0 mentions
Commenters point out the phone undercuts the iPhone significantly on price for comparable or better specs, citing the 512GB Pro Max at $840 versus $1300 for the iPhone equivalent. This is framed as Xiaomi's broader philosophy of giving more for less compared to Apple's less-for-more approach.
Widely praised
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