Best Xiaomi 17 Ultra Alternatives in India: If you’re considering a premium smartphone but are stymied by the hefty price tag of the recently launched Xiaomi 17 Ultra, there are several excellent alternatives on Amazon and Flipkart that offer tough competition to Xiaomi. Whether you’re looking for professional-level photography or super-fast gaming, phones like the Samsung S25 Ultra, Vivo X300 Pro, and Google Pixel 10 Pro offer everything you’d expect from a flagship device, priced between ₹1.10 lakh and ₹1.30 lakh.
Samsung S25 Ultra 5G
If you’d rather bet on a trusted brand than Xiaomi, the Samsung S25 Ultra 5G is available on Amazon for ₹1,29,999. It features the world’s fastest Snapdragon 8 Elite processor, making gaming a truly remarkable experience. For photography, it boasts a 200-megapixel main sensor and a powerful ultra-wide camera. Samsung’s new AI features and the convenience of the S-Pen make it a much better choice than Xiaomi for professional work.
Vivo X300 Pro
Vivo’s X300 Pro is great for those who don’t want to compromise on camera and battery. Priced at ₹109,999, this phone offers 16GB of RAM and a massive 512GB of storage. Its biggest highlight is its massive 6510mAh battery and 90W flash charging, which surpasses even Xiaomi’s Ultra model. The MediaTek Dimensity 9500 processor handles heavy tasks in a jiffy.
Google Pixel 10 Pro Series
Google has taken the flagship market by storm this year with the Pixel 10 Pro and Pixel 10 Pro XL. The Pixel 10 Pro is available on Flipkart for ₹1,09,999, while its larger sibling, the Pro XL, is available for ₹1,24,999. Both phones run on Google’s latest Tensor G5 chipset. If you’re looking for 100x zoom and a stock Android experience, this Pixel series will prove to be smoother and smarter than Xiaomi’s. The 42MP selfie camera is a boon for video creators.
OnePlus Open
Do you want a phone that doubles as a tablet instead of spending ₹1.40 lakh? The OnePlus Open is currently available at an attractive price of ₹1,01,888. It boasts a massive 7.82-inch display and a Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor. This phone is perfect for those who love multitasking and want the latest connectivity features like Wi-Fi 7. Its 4805mAh battery and lightweight design makes it the most portable foldable phone.
