Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro Max 5G review, Digi Mart USA News: Notebookcheck has tested the Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro Max 5G, a smartphone whose 9,210 mAh battery is its most striking feature. In the publication’s Wi-Fi test, the device lasted 33 hours and 42 minutes, an endurance few competitors can match.
However, the phone is less efficient than its capacity suggests. When battery life is measured relative to battery capacity, the Redmi finishes only mid-pack.
The bright AMOLED display and premium-feeling build, with IP66 and IP68 ratings, are other highlights, though the chassis creaks audibly under twisting force and the 225-gram body is fairly heavy.
Performance is weaker than the battery. The Snapdragon 6 Gen 5 is described as a step backward from the predecessor, the Redmi Note 15 Pro+.
The system generally runs well in everyday use, but occasional stutters are noticeable, and GameBench measurements show significant frame rate drops, particularly shortly after a game is launched.
Xiaomi has also made compromises on cameras. The smaller main sensor takes decent daylight photos but struggles with fine detail, and bright areas are prone to blown highlights.
The ultrawide camera and digital zoom are described as disappointing. Other drawbacks include slow Wi-Fi, USB 2.0 and speakers that audibly distort at high volume, while ads and numerous preinstalled third-party apps feel out of place at this price.
Notebookcheck suggests the Poco X8 Pro Max for buyers who want better performance, noting it has a large battery but is considerably faster and better for gaming. The OnePlus 15T is presented as another alternative, achieving slightly longer battery life in the same Wi-Fi test despite a smaller battery.
The publication concludes the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max is primarily suited to users who prioritise battery endurance above all else.
