The price difference is small. And in my opinion it's one of the best-value upgrades in the Redmi line-up.
Short answer
Redmi Note 17 Pro - a faster chip, 8340 mAh, 67 W, protection up to IP69K, stereo, eSIM, a 3500-nit display. Note 17 5G - cheaper, with a bigger 6.99" display.
Key differences
| Spec | Redmi Note 17 Pro 5G | Redmi Note 17 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Chip | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6s Gen 4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 4 |
| Display | 6.83", AMOLED, 1280×2772, 120 Hz | 6.99", AMOLED, 1080×2396, 120 Hz |
| RAM / storage | 6/128 GB, 6/256 GB, 8/256 GB, 8/512 GB, 12/256 GB | 6/128 GB, 6/256 GB, 8/256 GB |
| Rear cameras | 50 MP + 8 MP | 50 MP |
| Front | 16 MP | 16 MP |
| Battery | 8340 mAh | 7700 mAh |
| Charging | 67 W | 45 W |
| Protection | IP66 / IP68 / IP69 / IP69K | IP65 |
| Thickness / weight | 8.6 mm / 223 g | 8.45 mm / 225 g |
| Price | current prices | current prices |
Specs come from the device pages on Smartphone.ua.
Protection and display
Pro - IP66/68/69/69K and 3500 nits; Note 17 - IP65 and 1800 nits.
Chips
Qualcomm Snapdragon 6s Gen 4 and Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 4.
Battery
8340 vs 7700 mAh and 67 vs 45 W.
Verdict: who should buy which
- Better at almost everything - Redmi Note 17 Pro.
- The biggest screen for the least money - Note 17 5G.
FAQ
What battery does the Note 17 Pro have?
8340 mAh.
Does the Note 17 5G have stereo?
Not listed on its device page.
Which is cheaper?
The Note 17 5G.