Emir BardakçıThe excitement is buzzing across the Xiaomi community! Just after the introduction of the new Xiaomi 17, Xiaomi 17 Pro, and Xiaomi 17 Pro Max in China, rumors are already flying about the highly anticipated global release of the Xiaomi 17 Ultra. While the Pro and Pro Max models will remain exclusive to the Chinese market, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is set to make a significant splash on the global stage. We have just received some incredibly exciting new information that gives us a glimpse into the device’s potential, specifically regarding its camera setup and connectivity. It appears Xiaomi is taking innovation to the next level, and this new information hints at a truly revolutionary experience for fans worldwide. As a flagship device, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is expected to deliver top-tier performance, and these new specs seem to confirm that. You can check out more about the Xiaomi 17 Pro’s new features or other Xiaomi news on our site!
The Return of the 1-Inch Sensor and a Quad 50MP Array
Based on the latest leaks, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra will feature a jaw-dropping camera array, with a total of five cameras—four on the rear and one on the front. What’s truly remarkable is the rumored 50MP resolution for every single lens. This includes the main, ultra-wide, telephoto, and a second telephoto lens on the back, as well as the selfie camera. For a company that previously often used 32MP front cameras, this is a significant leap forward, showing a clear commitment to elevating the front-facing photography experience.
The star of the show appears to be the main camera’s sensor: the “OVX10500U.” This is a brand-new sensor that we are seeing for the first time. It is believed to be an OmniVision sensor with a 50MP resolution. We also speculate that this sensor could be the previously rumored OV50X. This new sensor is also expected to be a massive 1-inch sensor, a format we haven’t seen since the Xiaomi 14 Ultra. After the Xiaomi 15 Ultra used a slightly smaller sensor, it’s thrilling to see Xiaomi potentially returning to the larger 1-inch size.
Additionally, the device is said to feature a Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 processor, ensuring smooth, powerful performance across all tasks, including demanding photography and videography. The camera sensors for the device are also listed as:
- OVX10500U Wide: Main Camera – 50MP
- JN5 Ultra Wide: Ultra-Wide Camera – 50MP
- JN5 Telephoto: Telephoto Camera – 50MP
- HPE Telephoto: Periscope Telephoto Camera – 200MP
- OV50M Front: Front-Facing Camera – 50MP
Satellite Connectivity Goes Global
In a truly groundbreaking move for the global market, it appears a version of the Xiaomi 17 Ultra will come equipped with satellite connectivity. The model numbers 25128PNA1G and 25128PNA1C point to these satellite-enabled variants. This is a huge development, as Xiaomi has previously kept its satellite-capable devices exclusive to the Chinese market. It signals a new era for global Xiaomi flagships, bringing cutting-edge technology to users everywhere. The standard model numbers are also leaked as 2512BPNDAG, 2512BPNDAI, and 2512BPNDAC, with India set to receive the non-satellite version.
One interesting note is that, unlike the Xiaomi 17 Pro series, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is not expected to include a secondary rear display. This choice likely helps to streamline the design while keeping the focus squarely on the incredible camera and connectivity hardware.
