Redmi 17 5G: New smartphone is arriving with 7,500mAh battery, 45W charging and power-packed features

Redmi 17 5G has recently been seen on two major certification websites. The first is Malaysia's SIRIM and the second is Taiwan's NCC. These listings have been shared on X (formerly Twitter) by Expertpick, who is known for leaks. In the SIRIM listing, the phone's model number 26062RN92G and marketing name Redmi 17 5G are clearly recorded. Whereas the NCC certification has revealed some crucial specs of the phone, which tell us how serious the company is about this phone.

It has also come to light that Redmi has skipped the 16 branding and jumped straight to the number 17. Meaning, the company is going to do something big. The meaning of this branding skip is clear—Redmi is going to give a big upgrade to this series, which will be quite different from the previous generation. These certifications point towards the global launch of the phone, and now it remains to be seen when this phone comes to India.

When it comes to the Redmi 17 5G battery, this phone can surprise everyone. The NCC listing has revealed information about the BM7H battery model and the MDY-17-EN charger model. But the real bomb has dropped from the TUV certification. According to this, Redmi 17 5G can get a 7,500mAh battery. Yes, you read that right—seven and a half thousand mAh. If this turns out to be true, it will be the phone with the biggest battery in the entry-level segment. Compared to this, last year's Redmi 15 5G was given a 7,000mAh battery and 33W charging.

Meaning, the company has given a big upgrade in Redmi 17 5G charging as well. The 45W fast charger will help in filling this big battery quickly. However, it will be interesting to see how much time the 7,500mAh takes to fully charge, but it is certain that this phone will be the king of the battery world. If you want a long backup, then this phone is made just for you.

Talking about Redmi 17 5G storage variants, according to the NCC certification, this phone can be launched in four different variants. These may include options of 4GB RAM + 64GB storage, 4GB RAM + 128GB storage, 4GB RAM + 256GB storage, and 8GB RAM + 256GB storage. However, according to 2026, 4GB RAM might seem a bit less, because today's apps have become quite heavy. But for users who buy a phone for basic tasks—like calling, WhatsApp, light surfing—4GB RAM can get the job done.

On the other hand, the variant with 8GB RAM + 256GB storage is for those power users who do gaming and multitasking. It is also possible that the company brings only 6GB and 8GB RAM variants to India, because phones with 4GB RAM are now being less preferred in the Indian market. Currently, from the listing that has come out, it is certain that users will get many options to choose from.

Redmi 17 5G is second to none in terms of connectivity. According to leaks, this phone can get 5G, 4G LTE, VoLTE, dual-band Wi-Fi (2.4GHz and 5GHz), Bluetooth, NFC, and a USB Type-C port. All these features mean that you can use this phone for many coming years without any trouble. The presence of 5G connectivity ensures that as the 5G network expands in India, you will be able to take full advantage of it.

Apart from this, the phone is expected to get a Redmi 17 5G IP64 rating, which provides protection from dust and water to some extent. Meaning, even if the phone gets a little wet in light rain or is used in a dusty environment, there will be no major damage. Although an IP64 rating does not mean protection from complete immersion in water, it is quite good protection for everyday use.

If you are using Redmi 15 5G, then you should know what will be the difference in Redmi 17 5G vs Redmi 15 5G. Last year's Redmi 15 5G was a good phone, but Redmi 17 5G can leave it behind in many aspects. The first and biggest difference—battery. Redmi 15 5G had a 7,000mAh battery and 33W charging, whereas the new phone is expected to get a 7,500mAh battery and 45W charging.

This difference of 500mAh might seem small, but the 45W charging upgrade is quite big. This will charge the battery faster. The second big change—branding. The company has decided to skip 16 and directly launch 17, which indicates that this will be a major upgrade. Changes are also expected in other features like connectivity and design. Although information about the camera and processor has not come out yet, it is certain that Redmi 17 5G will be far ahead of its older brother. If you are thinking of changing your phone, it would be wise to wait for this new model.

The Redmi 17 5G price in India has not been officially revealed yet, but we can make an estimate. The price of Redmi's previous series—Redmi 15 5G—was roughly between Rs 11,000 and Rs 13,000 in India. If the company follows this same trend, then the price of Redmi 17 5G can be between Rs 10,000 and Rs 15,000. However, looking at features like such a big battery and fast charging, the price might increase slightly. It is also possible that the company keeps different prices for different storage variants.

The price of the base variant (4GB + 64GB) might be around Rs 10,000, while the top-end variant (8GB + 256GB) can go up to Rs 14,000 to Rs 15,000. If Redmi launches this phone around Rs 12,000, then it will be the most fantastic deal in this segment. Because there is no other phone with a 7,500mAh battery and 45W charging at this price.

Talking about Redmi 17 5G competitors, there are already many powerful phones present in this segment. Companies like Lava, Infinix, Tecno, and realme are quite active in affordable 5G phones. For example, the Lava Agni series, Infinix Note series, and realme Narzo series—all these phones will give tough competition to Redmi 17 5G. Most of these phones have a 5,000mAh to 6,000mAh battery and get 33W or 45W charging. But Redmi 17 5G's 7,500mAh battery makes it stand out from the rest.

This battery is significantly larger than any competitor. Besides this, Redmi's brand value and service center network is also a big plus. Although competitors might be better in terms of camera and processor, if your first priority is battery, then Redmi 17 5G has no match. Looking at the phones already present in the market, Redmi will have to keep a right balance of its price and features, so that it can win the race in this tough competition.

Now the question arises—what special benefits will Redmi 17 5G users get from this phone? The first and biggest benefit is the battery. If you are an average user, the 7,500mAh battery can easily give a backup of 2 to 3 days. Meaning, you won't need to charge your phone every night. Even if you are a heavy user—playing games, watching videos, or making long calls—this battery can comfortably last the whole day. The second benefit—45W fast charging. Charging such a big battery quickly is nothing short of a miracle.

The third benefit—IP64 rating, which gives protection from dust and water. This means that you can use your phone without any fear. The fourth benefit—many storage options. You can choose the right variant according to your need. If you need more storage, then the 256GB variant is for you. Overall, this phone is for all those who want a reliable, long-battery, and affordable 5G phone.

If you are fond of gaming, then the Redmi 17 5G gaming performance will be important for you. Although there has been no official information about the processor and GPU of this phone yet, if we look at Redmi's previous series, there is a possibility that it will get a mid-range chipset from MediaTek or Snapdragon. Most of the phones in this segment get MediaTek Dimensity series processors, which are quite good for gaming. The variant with 8GB RAM will be best for gaming. And the biggest thing—a big battery means that you can play games for hours, without the worry of the battery draining out.

45W fast charging also comes in handy during gaming, because even if the battery gets low, it gets charged in a short time. For multimedia too, the big battery and 5G connectivity are beneficial, because you can watch high-resolution videos without Wi-Fi. Although the quality of the display and speakers is not known yet, Redmi usually gives good displays in this segment.

No official announcement has been made yet regarding the Redmi 17 5G launch date. However, the phone's appearance on certification sites like SIRIM and NCC is an indication that the launch is going to happen soon. It is expected that the company will first launch the Redmi Note 17 series in China, and a few weeks after that will introduce the Redmi 17 5G in global markets.

It might take some time for it to come to India, perhaps by the second or third quarter of 2026. But it is certain that when this phone arrives, it will be liked a lot, especially by those users who want a phone with a big battery. If you are planning to buy a phone, then waiting for this phone can be a good option. Because currently, there is no phone with such a big battery at this price in the market. As soon as the company gives any official update, we will give you information about it.