Redmi Note 17 5g vs Redmi Note 17 Pro 5G Leave a comment
Last updated: 28 September 2026
The Redmi Note 17 5G is enough if you want a huge screen and two-day battery for the lowest price, and can live without camera stabilisation, eSIM or full water resistance. If any of those matter to you, buy the Redmi Note 17 Pro.
Comparing the whole range? Start with our Redmi Note 17 series guide.
Redmi Note 17 5G vs Note 17 Pro: specs side by side
| Redmi Note 17 5G | Redmi Note 17 Pro 5G | |
|---|---|---|
| mStore.ie price | Coming soon | €469 (8GB+512GB) |
| Screen | 6.99″ FHD+ AMOLED, 120Hz, 1,800-nit peak | 6.83″ 1.5K AMOLED, 120Hz, 3,500-nit peak |
| Screen glass | Gorilla Glass 7i | Gorilla Glass Victus 2 |
| Battery (EU) | 7,700mAh | 8,340mAh |
| EU label battery endurance | 68h 31m | 72h 01m |
| Wired charging | 45W | 67W |
| Processor | Snapdragon 4 Gen 4 | Snapdragon 6s Gen 4 |
| Storage | 128GB or 256GB, UFS 2.2 | up to 512GB, UFS 3.1 (UFS 2.2 on 128GB) |
| Memory card | microSD, uses the second SIM slot | No |
| Main camera | 50MP, no OIS | 50MP with OIS, plus 8MP ultra-wide |
| Water and dust | IP65 | IP66 / IP68 |
| EU label drop rating | Class C (90 falls) | Class A (270 falls) |
| eSIM | No | Yes, one |
| Gyroscope | No | Yes |
| Weight | 225g | 223g |
The EU energy label figures come from the standardised tests every phone sold in the EU must now publish.
Where the Redmi Note 17 5G wins
Screen size. At 6.99″ it’s the biggest screen in the range, ideal for video and reading.
Expandable storage. It’s the only Note 17 with a microSD slot, handy for offline music and photo backups. The card replaces the second SIM, so you can’t have both.
Price. It’s the most affordable way into the Redmi Note 17 range.
Battery life isn’t a weakness either. Its EU label endurance of 68h 31m is only about three and a half hours short of the Pro’s.
Where the Redmi Note 17 Pro wins
Camera. Optical image stabilisation keeps low-light photos and handheld video steadier, and the Pro adds an 8MP ultra-wide for group shots and landscapes.
Toughness. IP68 means the Pro is tested for submersion; IP65 only covers jets of water. The Pro also has Gorilla Glass Victus 2, a 3m drop certification and an EU drop class of A against the Note 17 5G’s C.
Screen quality. Smaller, but sharper at 1.5K and nearly twice as bright at peak, so it’s easier to read outdoors.
eSIM and gyroscope. The Note 17 5G has neither. No gyroscope means motion controls in some games, Google Maps Live View and 360° photos won’t work.
Speed. The Snapdragon 6s Gen 4 and UFS 3.1 storage make everyday use snappier.
Which should you buy?
- Redmi Note 17 5G: for a first smartphone, a parent or grandparent, or anyone who mainly watches, scrolls and messages.
- Redmi Note 17 Pro: for anyone who takes photos, works outdoors, travels with an eSIM or wants a phone that survives a dunking. See the Redmi Note 17 Pro 5G.
Want 4K video and even longer battery life? The Redmi Note 17 Pro Max is €26 more than the Pro — see Pro vs Pro Max.
Redmi Note 17 5G vs Pro FAQ
Does the Redmi Note 17 5G support eSIM?
No. It takes two nano SIMs, or one nano SIM and a microSD card. The Note 17 Pro supports one eSIM and the Pro Max supports two.
Is the Redmi Note 17 5G waterproof?
No. It’s rated IP65, which covers dust and low-pressure water jets such as rain, but not submersion. The Note 17 Pro is rated IP66/IP68.
Does the Redmi Note 17 5G have a memory card slot?
Yes. It takes a microSD card in the second SIM slot, so you can use either two SIMs or one SIM plus a card.
Is there a Redmi Note 17 4G?
Yes. Xiaomi also sells a 4G model with the same 6.99″ screen and 7,700mAh battery. The 5G model is the better long-term buy as Irish networks expand 5G.