WARSAW, Feb 3, 2026, 10:38 CET
- A tipster claims the Xiaomi 17 Ultra will launch at €1,499 in Europe for the 16GB/512GB variant
- The same post mentions a 6,000 mAh battery for global models, compared to 6,800 mAh in China, along with a reduced selection of colors
- Code leaks point to the Xiaomi 17T packing a 6,500 mAh battery with support for 67W charging
A tipster going by Arsène Lupin revealed that the Xiaomi 17 Ultra will debut in Europe at 1,499 euros for the 16GB RAM and 512GB storage variant. The global model is said to pack a 6,000 milliamp-hour (mAh) battery. 1
The figure is crucial because it keeps Xiaomi’s flagship device within the ultra-premium segment, a space largely owned by Apple and Samsung. Europe remains a key market where Xiaomi has been pushing pricier models to boost profit margins.
Battery size plays a big role in Android sales. Offering a smaller battery outside China could revive a common issue for Chinese brands: global customers shelling out flagship money but ending up with a scaled-down model.
A German retailer’s listing briefly surfaced online, suggesting the Xiaomi 17 could start at 1,099 euros with 12GB of RAM and 512GB storage, according to a report. The phone reportedly packs a 6,330 mAh battery outside China. (For context, mAh measures battery capacity; higher values generally mean longer usage between charges.) 2
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra should carry over its flagship hardware for the global release, featuring fast charging and a Leica-supported triple rear camera setup. However, a separate report warns that specifics might differ depending on the region and model configuration. 3
Xiaomi hasn’t revealed European prices, battery capacities, or when these devices will hit the market.
Code linked to Xiaomi’s HyperOS software reveals a Xiaomi 17T model packing a 6,500 mAh battery and 67W wired charging. One source even calls it “6500mAh + 67W.” 4
The leaks reveal just how fierce the competition is at the top tier. Samsung and Apple have doubled down on premium features and services, while manufacturers lean on pricier flagship models to safeguard profits amid slowing growth in mature markets.
These figures rely on leaks and might still change. Pricing across Europe tends to differ by country due to taxes and retailer bundles, and companies occasionally tweak specs at the last minute to comply with local certification and shipping requirements.
Counterpoint Research reports global smartphone shipments climbed 2% in 2025. Apple topped the chart with a 20% market share, followed closely by Samsung at 19% and Xiaomi at 13%. But don’t expect this growth to last—Counterpoint’s research director Tarun Pathak predicts the market will cool off in 2026, hit by chip shortages and rising component prices. 5
The next clue will come when Xiaomi or retailers reveal official European prices — or if those leaked numbers get revised as launch details become clearer.
