Xiaomi 17, 17 ultra set for Mar 11 launch, Pad 8 debuts at ₹30,999; Check expected prices, specs and where to buy

Xiaomi has officially triggered the release of its latest flagship smartphones and a high-performance tablet over a 48-hour window. The rollout began today, March 10, with the unveiling of the Xiaomi Pad 8, a device aimed at the growing productivity and entertainment segment, while the highly anticipated Xiaomi 17 and 17 Ultra are scheduled for their national debut tomorrow. This launch marks the arrival of the first devices in India to utilize Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 architecture, paired with a sophisticated Leica imaging system that attempts to bridge the gap between mobile telephony and professional photography.

Xiaomi Pad 8 Launched Today, March 10

The Xiaomi Pad 8 makes its official India entry today as a versatile productivity tool. It features an 11.2-inch 3.2K display with a fluid 144Hz refresh rate and a peak brightness of 800 nits. Under the hood, it is powered by the Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 processor and a massive 9,200mAh battery supporting 45W charging. Globally, the tablet starts at ₹30,999, offering up to 256GB of storage and a 13MP rear camera for document scanning and casual photography.

Xiaomi 17 Ultra price, specifications, colours: Launches on March 11

Scheduled for launch tomorrow, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is the crown jewel of the series, priced globally at €1,499 (approx. ₹1.61 lakh). It is the first to feature the 1-inch Light Fusion 1050L main sensor and a 200MP Leica periscope telephoto lens with mechanical optical zoom. Despite its heavy camera hardware, the device remains sleek at 8.29mm. It features a 6.9-inch 120Hz LTPO OLED screen with a staggering 3,500 nits peak brightness and runs on HyperOS based on Android 16. In India, it will be available exclusively in Black.

Xiaomi 17 price, specifications, colours: Launches on March 11

The standard Xiaomi 17 offers a more manageable 6.3-inch AMOLED display while retaining the flagship Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chip. Priced globally from €999 (approx. ₹1.07 lakh), it actually packs a larger 6,330mAh battery than the Ultra, with 100W wired charging. Its camera system includes the Light Fusion 950 main sensor and a 60mm floating telephoto lens capable of 10cm macro shots. For the Indian market, color options will include Black, Blue, and Green.

India Launch Date, Sale, and Availability

Xiaomi Pad 8 launched today , March 10, and the sale starts on March 17. It will be available on amazon, xiaomi retail, and mi.com. The Xiaomi 17 and 17 Ultra will officially launch on March 11, 2026. Following the launch event, the devices are expected to be available through Mi.com, Mi Home stores, and major e-commerce platforms. Specific Indian pricing and retail sale dates are expected to be confirmed during the March 11 keynote.