The Redmi 17 5G is a budget 5G phone with a very large 6.9-inch screen and a 7,500 mAh battery. In its global version it is listed from about 249 US dollars for the 4GB and 128GB model, and it keeps a 3.5mm headphone jack and a microSD slot. Here is what it offers and who it suits.
This guide is based on published specifications, not hands-on testing. Variants differ by market, so confirm the exact model before you buy. Last updated: September 2026.
Quick verdict
A simple, long-lasting 5G phone for basic use. The screen is only HD+ and the cameras are basic, so it is a phone for calls, WhatsApp, video and social media rather than photography or heavy gaming.
Key specifications
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Display | 6.9-inch LCD, HD+ 1600 x 720, 120Hz adaptive, up to 825 nits high brightness, 240Hz touch sampling |
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 5 (4nm, up to 2.4GHz) |
| Memory | 4GB or 6GB RAM (LPDDR4X); 128GB or 256GB storage (UFS 2.2); microSD up to 2TB |
| Rear cameras | 50MP main (f/1.8) with a secondary lens |
| Front camera | 8MP (f/2.05) |
| Battery | 7,500 mAh typical; 45W wired charging; 22.5W reverse wired |
| Durability | IP64 |
| Software | Android 16 with HyperOS 3 |
| Extras | 3.5mm headphone jack, stereo speakers, Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.1, side fingerprint sensor |
| Size and weight | 170.12 x 78.42 x 8.8 mm, 232g |
| Colours | Black, Deep Blue, Vivid Orange (PU leather finish) |
Display and design
The 6.9-inch screen is large, and the refresh rate adapts up to 120Hz, which makes scrolling smooth. The resolution is only 1600 x 720, so it is not as sharp as an AMOLED full HD screen, and the maximum brightness is 825 nits. The body has a PU leather finish in Deep Blue and Vivid Orange, and it is 8.8mm thick and 232g.
Performance and software
The Snapdragon 4 Gen 5 is an entry-level 5G chip for messaging, banking, streaming and light games. You get 4GB or 6GB of RAM and 128GB or 256GB of storage, and a microSD card of up to 2TB can add more room. The phone runs Android 16 with HyperOS 3.
Cameras
The main camera is 50MP with an f/1.8 lens, backed by a second lens, and the front camera is 8MP. It will do for daylight photos, documents and video calls, but it is not the strength of this phone.
Battery and charging
The 7,500 mAh battery should last a long time on a single charge, and charging is 45W. Reverse wired charging at 22.5W lets you power another device from the phone.
Durability
The IP64 rating protects against dust and splashing water. It is not designed to be dropped in water, so keep it away from heavy rain and never submerge it.
Strengths
- Large 7,500 mAh battery with 45W charging
- 5G with a 3.5mm headphone jack, stereo speakers and microSD
- Large 6.9-inch 120Hz screen
- Android 16 with HyperOS 3
Weaknesses
- HD+ LCD screen with modest brightness
- Basic cameras and only 4GB or 6GB of RAM
- Heavy at 232g; NFC not listed
Who should buy it
Students, first-time smartphone buyers and anyone who wants a big, long-lasting 5G phone for everyday tasks and wired headphones. If you want a cheaper phone and do not need 5G, look at the Redmi 17 4G.
Buying it in Nigeria: what to check
- Confirm the RAM and storage on the box (4GB or 6GB; 128GB or 256GB).
- Check the seal, IMEI and warranty: how to check if a phone is original.
- Check that the 5G bands work on your network, and confirm the variant and warranty.
How it compares
The Redmi 17 4G uses the same body and battery but has a Helio G91 Ultra chip and no 5G. The Note 15 5G steps up to an AMOLED screen and a 108MP camera.
Redmi 17 5G price in Nigeria
Phone prices in Nigeria move with the exchange rate, the RAM and storage variant and whether a phone is a local or imported unit, so we do not print a fixed figure here that would soon be wrong. To see whether the Redmi 17 5G is in stock and what it costs today, open our phones page. Compare variants carefully, because a cheaper listing is often a smaller RAM or storage option.
Frequently asked questions
What is the battery size of the Redmi 17 5G?
The Redmi 17 5G has a 7,500 mAh battery with 45W wired charging.
Does the Redmi 17 5G support 5G?
Yes, the Redmi 17 5G is a 5G phone. 5G only works where your network has coverage, and the phone also works on 4G, so check coverage where you live and work.
Is the Redmi 17 5G waterproof?
Only partly. It has an IP64 rating, which protects against dust and splashes but is not designed for being dropped in water. Keep it away from heavy rain and never submerge it.
Does the Redmi 17 5G have NFC, a headphone jack and a memory card slot?
NFC: not listed in the specifications. 3.5mm headphone jack: yes. Memory card slot: yes.
What RAM and storage options does the Redmi 17 5G come in?
The listed options are 4GB or 6GB of RAM with 128GB or 256GB of storage. Options differ between markets, so confirm the exact variant on the box before you buy.
Where can I buy the Redmi 17 5G in Nigeria?
Check the current stock and price on our phones page. Whichever seller you use, ask for a sealed box, an IMEI that matches the box and a valid warranty.
Browse the phones category for what is in stock.
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