Xiaomi and Leica have jointly created a camera that surpasses the iPhone 17 Pro in benchmark tests. Real-world results in everyday use — is the hype justified?
Leica optics — what does that actually means
Leica calibrated every lens and implemented the characteristic Leica 'look' that photographers immediately recognize. Photos have more natural colors and softer bokeh effects than the competition. In DxOMark tests, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra holds the record with 163 points.
Everyday usage
The camera is brilliant in portrait and street photography. Night mode is exceptionally good. However, in highly dynamic scenes like sports, the iPhone 17 Pro Max has an advantage thanks to better autofocus speed.
The Snapdragon 8 Elite chip ensures lightning-fast performance, and HyperOS 2 is the cleanest Xiaomi software ever.
Conclusion
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra proves that Chinese brands can compete with premium devices. For photographers who want Leica aesthetics in a pocket format, this is the definitive choice — at a slightly lower price than the direct competition.
- Leica calibrated camera
- DxOMark record holder
- Snapdragon 8 Elite
- Premium materials
- Autofocus slower in sports
- HyperOS learning curve
- Limited service
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