Highlights
- Redmi 17 5G and POCO M8 Plus have appeared on the BIS database hinting at an upcoming India launch.
- Redmi 17 5G is expected to use Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 4 Gen 4 chipset with Adreno 710 GPU and 144Hz display support.
- The brand has not officially confirmed the devices or launch date yet.
Redmi 15 5G in the picture for reference. (Image credit – Redmi)
Redmi 17 5G and POCO M8 Plus could soon make their way to the Indian market. Xiaomi appears to be preparing a new lineup of budget smartphones as fresh BIS certification listings have now surfaced online. Here’s more on that.
Redmi 17 5G and POCO M8 Plus on BIS
The new BIS database entries reveal the model numbers “26021RN18I” and “26021PC18I”. Based on recent reports along with references found in HyperOS code and IMEI databases, the Redmi-branded model is believed to be the Redmi 17 5G, while the POCO-branded version could launch as the POCO M8 Plus.
The latest certification appearance suggests that both smartphones may debut in India in the coming months.
Xiaomi has previously launched similar hardware under Redmi and POCO branding with minor differences in design, software or pricing. The Redmi 17 5G and POCO M8 Plus appear likely to continue the same approach.
Redmi 17 5G and POCO M8 Plus Leaked Details
According to a recent report, Xiaomi’s internal HyperOS codebase links the codename “mist” and internal model number “P19” to several upcoming Redmi and POCO smartphones.
These reportedly include the Redmi Note 17R for the Chinese market, the Redmi 17 5G for global regions including India, and the POCO M8 Plus as a rebranded version.
The same report suggests that the Redmi 17 5G could be powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 4 Gen 4 chipset. Compared to the Snapdragon 6s Gen 3 processor used in the previous generation, the newer Snapdragon 4 Gen 4 is said to offer improved gaming performance through the Adreno 710 GPU instead of the Adreno 619 GPU.
The chipset is also expected to provide faster 4nm processing, support for 144Hz displays, and improved compatibility for high-resolution 200-megapixel cameras.
Apart from the 5G model, Xiaomi is also said to be working on a 4G version of the Redmi 17 smartphone under the codename “zephyr”. The alleged Redmi 17 4G recently appeared on the FCC certification database. The listing reportedly confirmed support for 4G connectivity, Bluetooth, dual-band Wi-Fi, and multiple memory variants with up to 8GB RAM and 512GB internal storage.
FAQs
Q1. What recent certification confirms the Redmi 17 5G and POCO M8 Plus?
Answer. Both smartphones have appeared on the BIS database with model numbers “26021RN18I” and “26021PC18I,” hinting at an upcoming India launch.
Q2. What chipset is expected to power the Redmi 17 5G?
Answer. It is tipped to feature Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 4 Gen 4 processor with Adreno 710 GPU, offering improved gaming performance, 4nm processing, and support for 144Hz displays.
Q3. Is Xiaomi working on a Redmi 17 4G variant?
Answer. Yes, a Redmi 17 4G (codename “zephyr”) has surfaced on FCC, confirming 4G connectivity, Bluetooth, dual-band Wi-Fi, and memory options up to 8GB RAM + 512GB storage.