Rumor: Xiaomi 17T and 17T Pro smartphones will go on sale in February 2026
The Xiaomi 17T and 17T Pro smartphones have appeared in the IMEI database, confirming preparations for an imminent release.
What is known
Xiaomi releases improved versions of flagship smartphones with the "T" suffix every year, which has always happened in September-October, and the gadgets were intended for the global market. However, the latest information indicates that the Chinese company is changing its strategy, and the new lineup will be released much earlier.
The devices that are likely to be the 17T and 17T Pro appeared in the IMEI database under the numbers 2602EPTC0G and 2602EPTC0R, and the numbers "2602" are interpreted by XiaomiTime journalists as the expected release date of the smartphone — February 2026.
Xiaomi is actively developing the T series as an alternative to the main flagships, offering premium features — such as Leica cameras, AMOLED displays with high refresh rates, and fast charging — while keeping the price lower than the Ultra models, making the series particularly appealing to consumers.
Rumor has it that the Xiaomi 17T will feature a MediaTek Dimensity 8500 chipset, while the 17T Pro may utilize a more powerful Dimensity 9500 platform. For comparison, the models?15T and 15T Pro, which were released at the end of September, are equipped with Dimensity 8400 and Dimensity 9400+ processors, respectively.
Source: XiaomiTime
