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(ft Mrwhosetheboss, Gizmochina)","description":"We watched every Xiaomi 17 Pro Max review so you don’t have to. From Mrwhosetheboss and Beebom to Gizmochina, C4ETech, TechDroider, HansTechTalk & more—here’s the no‑BS consensus on Xiaomi’s boldest flagship yet.\n\n⚙️ Design, Strategy & What’s NewiPhone‑style naming, premium build, IP rating, lighter than rivals, and a 6.3\" LTPO panel that pushes serious peak brightness. The “copycat” debate meets real hardware upgrades.\n\n🚀 Performance & ThermalsNewest‑gen Snapdragon flagship chip puts it atop Android—but stability varies by reviewer. Big vapor chamber helps; some saw throttling, others saw rock‑solid heat control.\n\n🧠 HyperOS & UsabilityFast, polished UI with iOS‑like touches. Google Play works fine, but Android Auto is a no‑go. Haptics are solid; a few trade‑offs like slower USB speeds on some trims.\n\n🖥 Dual Display: Fun vs Frustration2.7\" 120Hz rear AMOLED = best‑in‑class selfie workflow and wild personalization. Still limited for core comms (no full messaging/notifications), yet there’s even a mini‑gaming angle.\n\n📸 Cameras & Leica LookExcellent dynamic range and portraits via Leica tuning and dedicated tele. Downsides: the ultrawide’s placement/downgrade and blended mid‑zoom behavior that softens edges.\n\n🔋 Battery & Charging7,500 mAh monster with 100W wired (and PPS support), fast wireless charging, reverse charging, and long‑term health optimizations. Endurance rivals the very best.\n\n💰 Price, Value & AvailabilityAggressive China pricing; potential non‑global release makes importing tempting—but check bands, warranty, and regional limitations first.\n\n🏁 VerdictA high‑risk, high‑reward flagship with a genuinely useful rear screen and battery supremacy. Ideal for power users and creators; less ideal if you rely on Android Auto or demand guaranteed, cool‑to‑the‑touch sustained gaming.\n\nChapters:\n00:00 Intro Montage\n00:27 Copycat Strategy & Design\n02:27 Performance & Thermals (Mixed Results)\n04:16 HyperOS 3 & Day‑to‑Day\n06:09 Dual Display: Genius or Gimmick?\n08:23 Cameras: Leica Tuning & Trade‑offs\n10:40 Battery, Charging & Longevity\n11:59 Price, Value & Availability\n12:55 Final Verdict — Who Should/Shouldn’t Buy\n\nFeatured reviewers (watch their full videos):\n@Mrwhosetheboss  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0jHtyF_rCqU\n@GizmoChinaTube  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QL29OQR3nIo\n@techdroider  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dYjq5pFmICY\n@beebomco  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hVxvo7pQy8A\n@TechBurner  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BBNjthn8O9Y\n@techdroider  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YfyhJ7YMcMg\n@AverageDadOfficial  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5-8od9vu7Rc\n@C4ETech  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F3PVLLREEEQ\n@TheMobileMarvel  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gVgh4IH_rec\n@SmartphoneFan  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RDRXCwn9PUM\n@HansTechTalk  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z3tzIc_1Gnk\n@SamiLuo  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hf8g6h89pa0","thumbnail_url":"https://i.ytimg.com/vi/eNvoBIdBweI/hqdefault.jpg","publish_date":"2025-10-08T04:39:58.000Z","watch_url":"https://stream.mux.com/rqSG574Mr2pfAr7aqRr6jGAKyiOqC00Ogp1TuGy83woc.m3u8"},"video_facets":null,"custom_metadata":null,"chapters":[{"id":"chapter_video_eNvoBIdBweI_0","chapter_index":0,"title":"Design Strategy & Build Quality","summary":"An introduction to the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, looking at its premium iPhone-inspired aesthetics, build materials, durability, and the high-brightness display.","transcript_text":"Speaker A: This is the Xiaomi 17 Pro, the. Speaker B: Star of the show. Speaker C: The little rear screen absolutely unrivaled with any other flagship phone. Speaker D: I've never seen a company change less than Xiaomi has here. Speaker E: Welcome back to RE Review, where we watch all the reviews so you don't have to Today we're diving deep into the flagship that stirred up the entire smartphone world this year, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max. Speaker E: It arrived with a clear marketing strategy, adopting the look and naming structure of its biggest rival to secure its position in the premium market. Speaker D: They've adjusted the numbering on their phones to call them the 17s. Speaker D: They've shifted their naming structure to Pro and Pro Max. Speaker D: They've announced the phones a month early in September, all while featuring a very familiar looking camera plateau design. Speaker F: Xiaomi is doing whatever it possibly can to associate with the latest iPhones, and it's doing that so that their premium phones get the same vibe and same positioning as Apple. Speaker F: Now I'm not sure if it's working or not, but it's surely giving them a lot of attention. Speaker F: The phone is just 8mm thick and weighs only 219 grams, which is way less than iPhone 17 Pro Max but still packs the massive 7500mAh battery, which is more than double of what you get on an iPhone. Speaker E: Despite the external similarities, the device differentiates itself with a specific hardware advantage and impressive build quality, including extreme durability ratings. Speaker A: The front houses a 6.3-inch LTPO AMOLED panel with one 120Hz adaptive refresh, pushing brightness up to 3500 nits. Speaker A: The aluminum frame provides a balanced weight and adds strength without feeling bulky. Speaker G: Most smartphones today use Diamond Pentel Pixel arrangements. Speaker G: A full Pixel only has half of one red and half of one blue. Speaker G: Now this layout gives each Pixel its own complete RGB subpixels so PPI is uncompromised while also saving power. Speaker G: That's why even though the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max has a lower resolution than its predecessor, Clarity hasn't dropped noticeably. Speaker G: Unfortunately, this new Pixel arrangement is only on the Pro Max version for now. Speaker H: Now Xiaomi is not really compromised anywhere. Speaker H: With this build you still get an IP68 rating. Speaker H: There is support for NFC and IR blaster, excellent stereo speakers. Speaker G: Both phones have IP68 dust and water resist rating, but for the Pro Max. Speaker E: It's rated for submission up to 6. Speaker G: Meters, while the Pro is just rated. Speaker E: For up to 4 meters. Speaker E: As one of the first devices featuring the newest generation flagship silicone, the 17 Pro Max immediately claimed the top spot.","visual_description":null,"start_ms":0,"end_ms":146240,"duration_ms":146240,"evidence_grade":"C","confidence_band":"medium","boundary_snap":null,"entity_ids":[],"products_mentioned":[]},{"id":"chapter_video_eNvoBIdBweI_1","chapter_index":1,"title":"Performance & Thermal Management","summary":"Analyzing the Snapdragon flagship chip performance and the conflicting reviewer opinions regarding thermal throttling under heavy gaming loads.","transcript_text":"Speaker G: In Android performance As the first flagship smartphone powered by the snatching A80 Gen 5, there's no doubt that the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max has climbed to the top of the Android performance charts. Speaker G: While we don't yet know how it will compare to upcoming flagships with the Dimensity 9500 in two weeks, current benchmark scores suggest that the improvements aren't as dramatic as some might have expected. Speaker E: However, maintaining that peak performance generated strong disagreements among reviewers, especially regarding heat dissipation under heavy graphic load. Speaker A: The 4637 mm square vapor chamber cooling system keeps stability across extended sessions. Speaker A: The phone's frame may get warm to the touch, but heavy throttling never appears, showing that it is effectively moved away from the SoC. Speaker G: Throttling kicks in within three minutes, with the frame rates hovering around 37fps most of the time. Speaker G: The phone also gets uncomfortably hot. Speaker G: Even worse, during our first Genshin test, a bug caused the CPU frequency to suddenly spike with the temperatures nearly 50 degrees Celsius. Speaker G: So honestly, I don't recommend this phone for heavy gamers, at least not with the current system version. Speaker C: No no overheating whatsoever. Speaker C: 8K video doesn't get hot. Speaker C: Transferred all my files, all my apps, all my data didn't get hot. Speaker C: Charged at 100 watts didn't get hot. Speaker C: So no no performance issues, no overheating whatsoever on my device. Speaker D: I tried a whole load of tests and benchmarks on it, and while I wouldn't call it a transformational leap, it is fast, firmly ahead of this year's crop of androids. Speaker D: Like Samsung's S25 Ultra, it can get quite hot on the sides, but not once have I noticed that actually affecting sustained performance. Speaker E: The HyperOS 3 system not only provides strong core app functionality, but also consciously mirrors the aesthetic of its main rival, especially in the key UI elements.","visual_description":null,"start_ms":146240,"end_ms":256530,"duration_ms":110290,"evidence_grade":"C","confidence_band":"medium","boundary_snap":null,"entity_ids":[],"products_mentioned":[]},{"id":"chapter_video_eNvoBIdBweI_2","chapter_index":2,"title":"HyperOS 3 & Day-to-Day Usability","summary":"A look at the user interface, Google Play compatibility, haptic feedback quality, and ecosystem hurdles such as the lack of Android Auto.","transcript_text":"Speaker A: Running on its own Android skin, HyperOS 3 on top of Android 16, the Xiaomi 17 Pro feels light and refined. Speaker A: Biometric unlocking is quick and discreet, and the UI is tuned for dual display interactions. Speaker D: Even the user interface, like the home screen's got Apple style icons. Speaker D: You pull down from here, you've got Apple's control center. Speaker D: I'm pretty sure I've even seen some iOS 26 liquid glass inside of here. Speaker D: I give them a year before they tell us their CEO is now also called Tim the Haptics as well. Speaker B: Just a few thoughts. Speaker B: It is pretty good. Speaker B: No issues there. Speaker B: This feels like a really well, solid build device. Speaker D: It doesn't feel like a knockoff. Speaker D: The display is bright and super high end. Speaker D: The borders around it are every bit as thin and even as other top phones. Speaker D: Every time you press things and click buttons, the haptics are phenomenal. Speaker D: Very satisfying experience to type and navigate. Speaker E: While the Google Play Store works without an issue, a significant functional gap persists for users reliant on full ecosystem integration. Speaker C: This is the full Google Play Store on the device. Speaker C: Any app you like is going to work as normal through the Play Store. Speaker C: Banking apps, social media apps, everything works just as normal. Speaker C: There are no issues whatsoever. Speaker C: Does the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max or 17 Pro support Android Auto? Speaker C: The answer is no, sadly not unlike Honor, unlike Oppo, even Huawei allow Android Auto on the global version. Speaker I: So in some cases heavy games opening and closing animation Adobe Rush iPhone clearly won, but in some cases like opening social media applications and lumafusion, Xiaomi did better in terms of reminiscement, iPhone did better. Speaker E: The secondary display is the defining hardware feature boasting extreme visual quality and specifications.","visual_description":null,"start_ms":256530,"end_ms":367990,"duration_ms":111460,"evidence_grade":"C","confidence_band":"medium","boundary_snap":null,"entity_ids":[],"products_mentioned":[]},{"id":"chapter_video_eNvoBIdBweI_3","chapter_index":3,"title":"The Dual Display: Genius or Gimmick?","summary":"Testing the 2.7-inch 120Hz rear screen, evaluating its utility for high-quality selfies, customization features, and its limitation with notification workflows.","transcript_text":"Speaker E: Nearly identical to the main screen at. Speaker A: The back lies a 2.7 inch AMOLED screen with 904x572 resolution, but this one's. Speaker H: Also 120Hz LTPO, so it can also dip to 1Hz if needed and and it also goes up to 3500 nits for HDR and once again this can also drop to 1 nit for always on and happens to be covered by Dragon Quest 2 glass. Speaker H: Both these screens come with screen protectors. Speaker E: Pre applied, this screen is praised for its utility in photography and personalization, yet severely restricted in handling core communication tasks. Speaker G: Just like with the Mix Flip series, this rear display lets you use the main camera for selfies. Speaker G: Thanks to the powerful main camera, this makes the S17 Pro Max the best selfie phone Xiaomi has ever made. Speaker D: This lets you turn any image into a realistically animated video custom designed for this rear screen in any one of these styles. Speaker D: I have fed this thing all sorts of absolutely terrible photos of things, but each time it comes back with something that is shockingly usable. Speaker D: This is such an excessively extra piece of software. Speaker B: You can also just press and hold the screen to change whatever wallpaper you prefer. Speaker B: That's what I've done. Speaker B: Notifications if you know has any swap up? Speaker B: No. Speaker B: So that's basically the gesture control, pretty much like a smart watch or smart band or something. Speaker C: The other very disappointing thing is other than telling the time on the rear screen, there's really not much more you can do with it just now and potentially ever it will not allow messaging. Speaker C: Yes, messages that come through through WhatsApp, Instagram, text messages, phone calls do not show up on the rear display which is very disappointing. Speaker D: You can even game on this second screen. Speaker D: Xiaomi have actually gone as far as to create a completely bespoke case that is a working controller for the phone that is wirelessly powered by the phone to be able to game on this sub 3 inch display. Speaker G: These games all feel strangely familiar. Speaker G: Some company probably want to sue Xiaomi after watching this video. Speaker G: There are only four games available and once you get bored of them, Xiaomi allows third party emulators to run on the real display, which means theoretically hundreds or even thousands of games can be played on it.","visual_description":null,"start_ms":367990,"end_ms":504540,"duration_ms":136550,"evidence_grade":"C","confidence_band":"medium","boundary_snap":null,"entity_ids":[],"products_mentioned":[]},{"id":"chapter_video_eNvoBIdBweI_4","chapter_index":4,"title":"Leica Cameras & Hardware Compromises","summary":"Exploring the Leica-tuned main sensor, impressive dynamic range, and the hardware compromises forced by the rear display layout.","transcript_text":"Speaker E: The Leica collaboration results in highly competent system, particularly in dynamic range and professional portrait using the high powered main sensors. Speaker G: The main camera's biggest upgrade is dynamic range. Speaker G: It's a sensor using 3rd gen low fake technology reaches up to 16.5 EV. Speaker G: In simpler terms, the exposure in backlit scenes is more even. Speaker G: Comparing it against the iPhone 70 Pro the difference is clear. Speaker G: The higher the contrast the better. Speaker G: Xiaomi is better than the iPhone. Speaker G: Lofic theoretically benefits video even more. Speaker G: HDR video looks great, but compared to iPhone I'd say Xiaomi still needs to work harder. Speaker D: I've been shooting selfie video in 8K resolution and yeah it does look a little over sharpened, but there is absolutely zero doubt in my mind that this is the the highest quality selfie video I have ever taken. Speaker E: However, fitting the rare screen forced uncomfortable hardware trade offs leading to criticism regarding the ultra wide lens design and the computational methods used for the telephoto zoom. Speaker G: The ultra wide camera was pushed down near the battery and surprisingly it's been downgraded. Speaker G: I can accept the smaller sensor, it shrunk by less than 5%. Speaker G: What bothers me is its focal length increase from 14 mm to 17 millimeters. Speaker G: The field of view is significantly narrower. Speaker G: Even the iPhone's front facing video recording offers a similar field of view, sometimes with a better quality. Speaker B: One of the natural ways a lot of people will use the device is they'll kind of have their hand resting against the camera bump and in that case you're going to block the ultra wide completely. Speaker G: The teleflow camera on the other hand received a major upgrade. Speaker G: Meanwhile, common focal lengths like 70mm or 85mm can only be achieved through cropping from the main sensor. Speaker G: Compared with the iPhone 17 Pro, the difference becomes obvious. Speaker G: Are these really just cropped shots? Speaker G: Yes and no. Speaker G: What actually happens is that the 5x telephoto captures the center portion, which is then blended with the cropped main sensor shot. Speaker G: That's why the middle looks super sharp but the edges don't. Speaker E: The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max sets itself apart with its extreme physical battery capacity and highly advanced charging compatibility.","visual_description":null,"start_ms":504540,"end_ms":640080,"duration_ms":135540,"evidence_grade":"C","confidence_band":"medium","boundary_snap":null,"entity_ids":[],"products_mentioned":[]},{"id":"chapter_video_eNvoBIdBweI_5","chapter_index":5,"title":"Battery Capacity & Charging Longevity","summary":"Checking out the massive 7,500 mAh battery, the high-speed 100W PPS charging support, and battery health degradation safeguards.","transcript_text":"Speaker G: The Pro max packs a 7,500 million cell, the largest among phones priced over $800. Speaker G: However, charging is the real surprise. Speaker G: 100W wired charging is a nice upgrade, filling the battery in 40 minutes, but the real highlight is this. Speaker G: The Xiaomi 17 series now supports 100W TPS charging. Speaker G: That means even a random Amazon charger can fast charge the 17 Pro Max. Speaker E: Despite the massive capacity optimization from rivals allow them to close the endurance gap. Speaker E: Though the Pro Max maintains exceptional power. Speaker I: Utility Shockingly, both the iPhone and Xiaomi went down to just 1% at the same time. Speaker I: In the final moment, the iPhone went on first at 13 hours and 31 minutes right after the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max gave its last shot, lasting 13 hours and 36 minutes, just five minutes longer than the iPhone. Speaker A: The Surge G2 chip extends battery health, keeping 80% capacity even after 2000 surge cycles. Speaker G: And don't forget there's also 22.5W reverse charging. Speaker G: Combined with this big battery, this phone doubles as a power bank at a competitive starting price. Speaker E: The value proposition is strong, but the biggest obstacle remains the phone's limited international release due to regulatory issues concerning the battery size.","visual_description":null,"start_ms":640080,"end_ms":719250,"duration_ms":79170,"evidence_grade":"C","confidence_band":"medium","boundary_snap":null,"entity_ids":[],"products_mentioned":[]},{"id":"chapter_video_eNvoBIdBweI_6","chapter_index":6,"title":"Price, Availability & Verdict","summary":"Reviewing Chinese market pricing, importing limitations due to regulatory restrictions on battery size, and the final recommendation checklist.","transcript_text":"Speaker H: The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max it starts from 6000 MB which converts to about US$850. Speaker G: The standard version stayed the same as last year, but the Pro series saw price hikes across the board. Speaker C: I am now hearing fairly solid reports that the Xiaomi 17 Pro and Pro Max will not get a global release. Speaker C: My only hunch is because the battery is just too big on both phones for EU regulations. Speaker G: If you can live with a heavier phone, an entry level vibration motor, downgraded USB transfer speed from 10Gbps to 5Gbps, and worse, ultra wide camera, no anti reflective coating, neither display and pre applied film then the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is a good phone for you. Speaker G: You can't deny it's a phone with a strong character. Speaker G: Its hot sales in China prove people love it. Speaker E: The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is a statement. Speaker E: It's a phone with a strong character that successfully blends the raw power and thoughtful, unconventional design. Speaker E: For the power user or battery enthusiast, this device is current heavyweight champion, offering a 7500mAh cell, the largest among phones priced over $800. Speaker E: This massive capacity paired with 100W charging capability delivers an experience of near infinite power availability for the mobile content creator. Speaker E: The the rear display transforms your photography experience by allowing you to utilize the powerful rear main sensor for selfies. Speaker E: It makes the 17 Pro Max the best selfie phone Xiaomi has ever made. Speaker E: However, if you're a user who depends on Google ecosystem features like Android Auto or it demands flawless, sustained gaming performance out of the box, the current device system version and Chinese market tuning may introduce friction. Speaker E: Thank you very much for watching this ultimate roundup review of the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max. Speaker E: Please find links down below for full videos and come back for more re reviews. 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