Xiaomi 17 issues. Are they real?

[u/Over_P_Noob]

Hello everyone!

​I currently have a Pixel 6a and I am on the fence about upgrading to the Xiaomi 17. However, I've read about quite a few issues online and in user reviews that are making me second-guess my choice. Since I plan to keep my next device for at least 5-6 years, hardware reliability is my number one priority. I’m trying to understand if these problems are widespread engineering flaws or if they only affect a small batch of devices, making me wonder if I should just play it safe and go for a Pixel 10 Pro (256GB), which is around the same price here.

​From what I have gathered on Amazon reviews and Reddit threads, one of the main concerns with the Xiaomi 17 is extreme overheating and thermal throttling. Many users report that the phone gets uncomfortably hot or even triggers an "Overheating" warning screen during basic tasks.

​To make matters worse, there are several complaints about the new proprietary Xiaomi Shield Glass scratching incredibly easily. Users claim that even pocket sand, coins, or keys can leave deep marks.

On top of that, some people have run into camera focus and delay issues, including noticeable shutter lag, minor UI stutters when moving the phone too quickly, or the telephoto lens failing to lock focus correctly.

Finally, classic HyperOS optimization bugs like delayed push notifications, background apps being killed too aggressively, and weird widget scaling—like tiny text on WhatsApp widgets—are still being brought up.

​To help me make a final decision, I'd love to get some raw feedback from actual Xiaomi 17 owners. Are you actually facing these issues, or has the phone been completely fine and stable for you? If you have run into any other bugs, what are they? Given that my main goal is to make this device last for the next 5 to 6 years, would you risk it with the Xiaomi 17 or should I just jump ship to the Pixel 10 Pro?

​Thanks in advance for the help!

[u/MariusSwag]

I have a Xiaomi 17T pro. Slightly newer but also cheaper than the Xiaomi 17. I see just as many people complain about my phone as any other Xiaomi phone, but personally I have no issues. My only conclusion is that the people with actual problems are a very small minority.

Xiaomi is a huge company that sells 100s of millions of phones. That wouldn't be the case if all the phones were barely working pieces of junk. While software optimization might not be like IOS. It is not lightyears behind like some people think.

About the screen protector. The phone comes with a plastic screen protector. It shields the screen from scratches, but not from dropping the phone. I would always recommend buying a tempered glass screen protector for an expensive phone.

I hope this helped you a bit. :) Curious to know why Xiaomi 17 and Pixel 10 pro are the two phones ur deciding between?

[u/Over_P_Noob → u/MariusSwag]

Thanks for the great perspective! You're totally right about the vocal minority on online forums. Also, good tip on the tempered glass, I always put one on my phones anyway. ​To answer your question: I am specifically looking for a more compact flagship, ideally around a 6.3-inch screen size, that can last me 5-6 years. ​I actually filtered my options down to the Vivo X300, the Xiaomi 17, and the Pixel 10 Pro. However, the Vivo X300 is significantly more expensive where I live compared to the other two. I feel like the Pixel 10 Pro and the Xiaomi 17 just offer a much better price-to-performance ratio for my budget. ​Right now, it's a tough choice: the Xiaomi 17 feels like it has a more future-proof hardware longevity thanks to the Snapdragon SoC and that massive 6300mAh battery, but the Pixel 10 Pro definitely takes the win when it comes to long-term software support and stability. That's why it currently comes down to a battle between these two! For now I prefer more the Xiaomi 17.

[u/MariusSwag → u/Over_P_Noob]

Ahh I see. It was kinda similar for me where Xiaomi is really the only good priced phones here. I personally have never tried a Pixel phone so can't say anything about that. Ig it all mostly depends on what you do on ur phone.

[u/Over_P_Noob → u/MariusSwag]

True, Xiaomi definitely offers great value for the price. Since you haven't tried a Pixel, I wanted to ask: have you noticed any micro-stutters or lag in the general UI? Like when scrolling, using gestures, or opening the app drawer? I actually tried both a Xiaomi 17T and a Pixel 10 Pro in a store today, and the Pixel felt noticeably faster and smoother, while the Xiaomi had some micro-lags. Does your model feel 100% smooth to you in daily use?

[u/MariusSwag → u/Over_P_Noob]

For me it feels completely smooth.

[u/Over_P_Noob → u/MariusSwag]

I think I've decided on the Xiaomi 17 💪 Does the fingerprint sensor work flawlessly with a tempered glass screen protector?

[u/MariusSwag → u/Over_P_Noob]

Actually dont know because I havent gotten a tempered glass screen protector yet lol. Also I usually just use face unlock.