An 8340 mAh battery, sealed to IP69K
A silicon-carbon cell big enough to skip a night on the charger, wrapped in a body certified against dust, hot pressurised water and 3 m drops. Irish stock, Irish warranty.
Redmi Note 17 Pro 5G: what it is and who it suits
The Redmi Note 17 Pro 5G is Xiaomi's mid-range endurance phone. The headline number is the 8340 mAh silicon-carbon battery, which is roughly 60% larger than the 5000 mAh cell most phones in this class still ship with, and it sits in a chassis only 8.6 mm thick. Xiaomi's own testing puts it beyond two days of moderate use, and it charges at 67W with the adapter included in the box rather than sold as an extra.
Around that battery sits a genuinely tough body. The phone carries IP66, IP68, IP69 and IP69K ratings — the last two cover high-pressure water at 80 °C, a standard borrowed from industrial equipment rather than consumer phones. The front is Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2, and SGS has certified the handset against drops from 3 m onto granite. If you have broken a phone before, or you work outdoors, that combination matters more than another few hundred points of benchmark score.
The trade-offs are worth stating plainly. The Snapdragon 6s Gen 4 is a competent everyday chip built on a 4nm process, not a flagship part, and video recording tops out at 1080p at 30fps on both cameras. If you shoot a lot of 4K video or play demanding games at high settings, look further up the range. If you want a phone that lasts two days, survives the weather and gets six years of security updates, this is the one that does it for the money.
Redmi Note 17 Pro 5G price and availability in Ireland
Every Redmi Note 17 Pro 5G sold here is Irish stock supplied through mStore.ie, not a grey import. That means an Irish warranty you can actually claim against, and no customs charge landing on your doormat two weeks after the phone does. Colour, RAM and storage availability varies by market — the configurations we hold in Dublin are listed on this page.
8340 mAh in an 8.6 mm body
Silicon-carbon anodes hold more charge per unit of volume than conventional graphite, which is how a cell this size fits a chassis this thin. Xiaomi rates it for more than two days of mixed use, and TÜV SÜD has certified it to keep at least 80% of its capacity after 1600 full charge cycles — on a charge every other day, that is roughly six years before the battery is meaningfully worn.
| Typical capacity | 8340 mAh |
|---|---|
| Charging | 67W HyperCharge, 50% in 34 minutes |
| Reverse charging | Up to 22.5W, wired |
| Rated lifespan | 1600 cycles at ≥ 80% capacity |
| Endurance certification | TÜV SÜD 5-star, 60-hour test |
| Standards | PD 3.0 / PD 2.0, USB-C |
Four IP ratings, not one
IP68 covers submersion in still water. IP69 and IP69K add jets of hot water at 80 °C fired from four angles — a test written for equipment that gets pressure-washed. For a phone in an Irish winter, the practical meaning is that rain, a dropped-in-the-sink moment and a wet building site are all well inside what the seals were designed for.
- IP66 / IP68 / IP69 / IP69K rated
- Tested to 2 m of static freshwater for 72 hours
- SGS-certified 3 m drop resistance onto granite
- Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 on the front
- Underwater Mode shoots below the surface, then vibrates water out of the speaker cavity
- Wet Touch Technology 2.0 keeps the screen responsive with damp fingers
3500 nits when the sun is out, 1 nit when it isn't
The 6.83″ 1.5K AMOLED peaks at 3500 nits in high-brightness mode, so it stays readable outdoors, and drops to a single nit for reading in a dark room. Dimming runs at 3840Hz PWM with a DC option, and the panel holds three separate TÜV Rheinland eye-comfort certifications — low blue light, flicker free and circadian friendly.
| Panel | 6.83″ AMOLED, 447 PPI |
|---|---|
| Resolution | 1.5K (2772 × 1280) |
| Refresh rate | Up to 120Hz |
| Touch sampling | 240Hz, 3200Hz instantaneous in Game Turbo |
| Brightness | 3500 nits peak, 1060 nits typical |
| Colour | 12-bit depth, DCI-P3, 8,000,000:1 contrast |
Six years of security updates
The Snapdragon 6s Gen 4 is an octa-core 4nm chip clocked to 2.4GHz, paired with an Adreno GPU and up to 12GB of RAM — extendable to 24GB by borrowing storage. It ships on Xiaomi HyperOS 3 with Google Gemini and Circle to Search built in, and Xiaomi commits to six years of security updates, which is longer than most phones at this price are supported for.
- Snapdragon® 6s Gen 4, 4nm, octa-core to 2.4GHz
- Up to 12GB RAM, extendable to 24GB via memory extension
- UFS 3.1 storage on the 256GB and 512GB models
- Xiaomi HyperOS 3 with HyperIsland notifications
- Google Gemini, Gemini Live and Circle to Search
- 60-month like-new software experience, 6 years of security updates
Camera and AI editing
A stabilised 50MP main sensor with an ultra-wide alongside it, plus the editing tools that run in the Gallery app after the shot.
5G bands and connectivity in Ireland
Bands n1, n3, n28 and n78 are all supported, covering the 5G networks in use across Ireland. eSIM is supported by the hardware; whether you can use it depends on your operator.
Which Redmi Note 17 Pro 5G should you buy?
Five configurations exist. The one difference that is easy to miss: the 128GB model uses slower UFS 2.2 storage, while every 256GB and 512GB model uses UFS 3.1.
| 6GB + 128GB | UFS 2.2 storage. The entry option — fine for light use, but the slower storage is noticeable when installing large apps. |
|---|---|
| 6GB + 256GB | UFS 3.1. The value pick: double the space and faster storage for a small step up. |
| 8GB + 256GB | UFS 3.1. The sweet spot for most people — more headroom for background apps. |
| 8GB + 512GB | UFS 3.1. For heavy photo and video libraries kept on-device. |
| 12GB + 256GB | UFS 3.1. The only version that extends to 24GB of RAM via memory extension. |
Not every configuration is stocked in Ireland at all times. The variants available to order are shown in the options above.
Is the Redmi Note 17 Pro 5G right for you?
An honest read on where this phone is strong and where it isn't.
Buy it if you want
- Two days of battery without carrying a power bank
- A phone that survives rain, sites and building work
- A bright AMOLED that stays readable outdoors
- Long software support — six years of security updates
- An IR blaster and NFC for remotes and contactless payment
Look elsewhere if you need
- 4K video — recording tops out at 1080p 30fps
- Flagship gaming performance at high settings
- Wireless charging, which this model does not offer
- A telephoto lens for optical zoom
- A light phone — the big battery puts it at 223 g
Redmi Note 17 Pro 5G full specifications
| Design | |
| Dimensions | 163.45 × 78.27 × 8.6 mm |
|---|---|
| Weight | 223 g |
| Colours | Black, Satin Orange, Purple, Sky Blue (matte finish on Black and Purple) |
| Water and dust resistance | IP66 / IP68 / IP69 / IP69K |
| Display | |
| Screen | 6.83″ AMOLED, 1.5K (2772 × 1280), 447 PPI |
| Refresh rate | Up to 120Hz |
| Touch sampling rate | 240Hz, 3200Hz instantaneous |
| Brightness | 3500 nits (UHBM), 1060 nits typical |
| Colour depth | 12-bit, DCI-P3 wide colour gamut |
| Contrast ratio | 8,000,000:1 |
| Protection | Corning® Gorilla® Glass Victus® 2 |
| Dimming | DC dimming, 3840Hz PWM, 16,000-step auto brightness |
| Certification | TÜV Rheinland Low Blue Light, Circadian Friendly, Flicker Free |
| Performance | |
| Processor | Snapdragon® 6s Gen 4, 4nm |
| CPU | Octa-core, up to 2.4GHz |
| GPU | Adreno |
| RAM and storage | 6GB+128GB / 6GB+256GB / 8GB+256GB / 8GB+512GB / 12GB+256GB |
| Memory type | LPDDR4X with UFS 3.1 (256GB / 512GB) or UFS 2.2 (128GB) |
| Operating system | Xiaomi HyperOS 3 |
| Camera | |
| Main camera | 50MP, OIS, f/1.8, 0.64µm, 5P lens |
| Ultra-wide camera | 8MP, f/2.2, 1.12µm |
| Front camera | 16MP, f/2.4, 1µm, 5P lens |
| Photo modes | Live Moment, HDR, Portrait, Underwater, Ultra HD, Panorama, Documents, Pro |
| Video recording | 1080p at 30fps, 720p at 30fps (front and rear) |
| Battery and charging | |
| Capacity | 8340 mAh (typ), silicon-carbon |
| Charging | 67W HyperCharge, 67W charger included |
| Reverse charging | Up to 22.5W, wired |
| Protocols | PD 3.0 / PD 2.0, USB-C port |
| Audio | |
| Speakers | Dual speakers, 300% volume boost |
| Audio standards | Dolby Atmos®, Hi-Res |
| Network and connectivity | |
| SIM | Dual SIM (nano + nano, or nano + eSIM) |
| 5G bands | n1 / n2 / n3 / n5 / n7 / n8 / n12 / n20 / n26 / n28 / n38 / n40 / n41 / n48 / n66 / n77 / n78 |
| 4G bands | LTE FDD: B1 / B2 / B3 / B4 / B5 / B7 / B8 / B12 / B17 / B18 / B19 / B20 / B26 / B28 / B32 / B66 · LTE TDD: B38 / B40 / B41 / B42 / B48 |
| 3G / 2G bands | WCDMA: B1 / B2 / B4 / B5 / B8 · GSM: B2 / B3 / B5 / B8 |
| Wi-Fi | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, 2.4GHz and 5GHz, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Bluetooth | 5.1 |
| NFC | Yes, multifunctional |
| Other | |
| Security | In-screen optical fingerprint sensor, AI face unlock |
| Positioning | GPS L1, GLONASS G1, BDS B1I + B1C, Galileo E1, QZSS L1, A-GPS |
| Sensors | Ultrasonic proximity, ambient light, accelerometer, e-compass, gyroscope, IR blaster |
What's in the box
Buying from mStore.ie
Irish stock held in Dublin, not shipped in from outside the EU when you order.
Frequently asked questions
Does the Redmi Note 17 Pro 5G come with a charger?
No. it comes with a USB Type-C cable only, along with a protective case and a SIM eject tool.
Is the Redmi Note 17 Pro 5G waterproof?
It is water resistant rather than waterproof. It holds IP66, IP68, IP69 and IP69K ratings, and has been tested in a laboratory to survive 2 m of static freshwater for up to 72 hours. That resistance is not permanent — it degrades with wear and damage — and liquid damage outside the tested conditions is not covered by warranty. Do not charge the phone while it is wet.
How long does the 8340 mAh battery last?
Xiaomi's internal testing puts it beyond two days of moderate mixed use, and the phone has passed a TÜV SÜD 60-hour endurance test. Real figures depend on screen brightness, signal strength and what you run. Charging is 67W, reaching 50% in about 34 minutes.
Does it work on Irish 5G networks?
Yes. The phone supports 5G bands n1, n3, n28 and n78 among others, which covers the bands deployed by Irish operators. 4G band 20 and band 3 are supported for wider coverage outside 5G areas.
Does the Redmi Note 17 Pro 5G support eSIM?
The hardware supports a nano SIM plus eSIM combination as an alternative to two nano SIMs. Whether you can activate an eSIM depends on your operator and market — check with your provider before relying on it.
Can it record 4K video?
No. Video recording tops out at 1080p at 30fps on both the rear and front cameras. Still photography uses a 50MP main sensor with optical image stabilisation and an 8MP ultra-wide.
Does it have wireless charging?
No. Charging is wired only — 67W in, and up to 22.5W wired reverse charging out to top up another device from the phone's battery.
Does it have NFC for contactless payments?
Yes, multifunctional NFC is included, so Google Wallet and contactless payment work as expected. There is also an infrared blaster for controlling TVs and air conditioning units.
How long will it get software updates?
Xiaomi commits to six years of security updates and describes a 60-month like-new software experience. The phone ships on Xiaomi HyperOS 3 with Google Gemini and Circle to Search included.
What is the difference between the 128GB and 256GB models?
Storage capacity and storage speed. The 128GB model uses UFS 2.2, while the 256GB and 512GB models use faster UFS 3.1. If the price difference is small, the 256GB version is the better buy.
| Colour | Black |
|---|---|
| Storage | 8+512GB |
Specifications
Dimensions
| Height | 163.45mm |
|---|---|
| Width | 78.27mm |
| Thickness | 8.6mm |
| Weight | 223g |
*Data regarding dimensions and weight tested in Xiaomi Internal Labs, actual results may vary.
Display
- 6.83″ AMOLED display
- Resolution: 1.5K (2772 x 1280)
- Refresh rate: Up to 120Hz
- Touch sampling rate: 240Hz, 3200Hz instantaneous
- Brightness: 3500 nits (UHBM), 1060 nits (typical)
- Colour depth: 12-bit
- Contrast ratio: 8,000,000:1
- DCI-P3 wide colour gamut
- 447 PPI
- Corning® Gorilla® Glass Victus® 2
- Sunlight display
- DC dimming | 3840Hz PWM dimming
- Wet Touch Technology 2.0
- 16,000-step automatic brightness adjustment
- TÜV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Hardware Solution) Certified | TÜV Rheinland Circadian Friendly Certified | TÜV Rheinland Flicker Free Certified
- High Efficiency Video Coding (HEVC)
*The screen supports a maximum refresh rate of 120Hz. The screen refresh rate may be slightly different under different application interfaces and game image qualities. Please refer to the actual experience.
*3200Hz instantaneous touch sampling rate needs to be activated in Game Turbo mode.
Audio
- Dual speakers
- 300% volume boost
- Dolby Atmos® | Hi-Res
*Data tested by Xiaomi Internal Labs, 300% volume boost refers to 17 levels of volume compared to 15 levels, and actual effects may vary due to software and scenarios, please refer to the actual use.
Rear Camera
Main Camera
- 50MP
- Optical Image Stabilization (OIS)
- 0.64μm
- f/1.8, 5P lens
Ultra-Wide Camera
- 8MP
- 1.12μm
- f/2.2
Rear Camera Photography Features
Live Moment, HDR, Portrait mode, Underwater mode*, Ultra HD mode, Panorama, Documents, Pro mode
*Feature available via OTA.
- Image formats captured: JPEG
Rear Camera Video Recording
- 1080p at 30fps
- 720p at 30fps
Front Camera
- 16MP
- 1μm
- f/2.4, 5P lens
Front Camera Video Recording
- 1080p at 30fps
- 720p at 30fps
Battery & Charging
- 8340mAh (typ) Silicon-Carbon Battery
- 67W HyperCharge (charger not included)
- Supports 22.5W wired reverse charging
- Supports PD3.0 / PD2.0
- USB-C charging port
*Supports up to 22.5W wired reverse charging, compatible with devices verified through Xiaomi Internal Labs. Actual performance may vary depending on battery condition and other factors. Ensure your phone has sufficient charge and that the receiving device is compatible.
*Please consult your local seller regarding the availability of a power adapter in the box.
Processor
| Model | Snapdragon® 6s Gen 4 Mobile Platform |
|---|---|
| Manufacturing Process | 4nm |
| CPU | Octa-core processor, up to 2.4GHz |
| GPU | Adreno |
RAM & Storage
- 6GB+128GB | 6GB+256GB | 8GB+256GB | 8GB+512GB | 12GB+256GB
- LPDDR4X + UFS 3.1 (256GB/512GB) / UFS 2.2 (128GB)
*Available storage and RAM are less than the total memory due to storage of the operating system and software pre-installed on the device.
Network & Connectivity
- Dual SIM (nano SIM + nano SIM, or nano SIM + eSIM)
- Supports 5G / 4G / 3G / 2G
Network Bands
- 2G GSM: B2/B3/B5/B8
- 3G WCDMA: B1/B2/B4/B5/B8
- 4G LTE FDD: B1/B2/B3/B4/B5/B7/B8/B12/B17/B18/B19/B20/B26/B28/B32/B66
- 4G LTE TDD: B38/B40/B41/B42/B48
- 5G: n1/2/3/5/7/8/12/20/26/28/38/40/41/48/66/77/78
*Connectivity and network bands may vary based on region availability and local operator support.
*Use of eSIM requires a wireless service plan. This service plan may be subject to certain restrictions of use on switching service providers and roaming (even after contract expiration). eSIM availability may vary depending on country/region and carrier. For more details, please contact your carrier.
Wireless Networks
- Wi-Fi Protocol: 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
- Supports 2.4GHz Wi-Fi | 5GHz Wi-Fi
- Supports Wi-Fi Direct
- Bluetooth 5.1
*Wi-Fi connectivity (including Wi-Fi frequency bands, Wi-Fi standards and other features as ratified in IEEE Standard 802.11 specifications) may vary based on regional availability and local network support. The function may be added via OTA when and where applicable.
NFC
Yes
*NFC availability may vary between markets.
AI Features
AI Erase Pro, AI Glare Removal, AI Image Expansion, AI Sky, AI Bokeh, AI Image Enhancement, AI Beautify, Circle to Search with Google, Google Gemini
*Availability of AI features may vary based on region. Please check official website for more information.
*Some of the AI Creativity Assistant features require internet connection, and may vary by system software and Gallery Editor app versions. Please refer to actual use experience.
*Available on select devices and internet connection required. Works on compatible apps and surfaces. Results may vary depending on visual matches. Google is a trademark of Google LLC.
*Google and Gemini are trademarks of Google LLC. Check responses. Setup required. Compatibility and availability varies.
Security
- In-screen fingerprint sensor
- AI face unlock
Navigation & Positioning
GPS: L1 | GLONASS: G1 | BDS: B1I+B1C | Galileo: E1 | QZSS: L1 | A-GPS supplementary positioning | Wireless network | Data network | Sensor Assisted Positioning
Sensors
Ultrasonic Proximity Sensor | Ambient light sensor | Accelerometer | Electronic compass | IR blaster | Gyroscope
Operating System
Xiaomi HyperOS 3
Splash, Water and Dust Resistant
IP66 / IP68 / IP69 / IP69K
*Tested and certified to be resistant to splash, water, and dust in specific laboratory conditions with the IP68/IP69 ingress protection based on IEC 60529:1989+A1:1999+A2:2013. The IP69K based on ISO 20653:2023. Test conditions include: for IP68, submersion in static freshwater up to a depth of 2 metres, up to 72 hours, with a temperature delta between the water and product being 5K or less; for IP69/IP69K, spraying the enclosure with a stream of water from a standard test nozzle, turntable speed of 5(±1) r/min, spray positions of 0°, 30°, 60°, 90°, test duration of 30 seconds per position, water flow rate of 15(±1) L/min with a water temperature of 80°C. Ingress protection is not assured if the product is subjected to environments beyond the test conditions. Not recommended to test by yourself. Not advised for beach or pool use. The warranty will not cover liquid damage caused in environments beyond the test conditions. Ingress protection might deteriorate from daily wear and tear and/or physical damage or disassembly. Please refer to the user’s manual for full instructions.
Package Contents
- 1 x Mobile Phone
- 1 x USB Type-C Cable
- 1 x SIM Eject Tool
- 1 x Protective Case
- 1 x Quick Start Guide
- 1 x Warranty Card
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