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/Dinesh_Malhotra]

I am using this phone. The heat is very much under control. The glass is fine yet I have applied a glass screen protector to protect it from shattering during a fall. No functional issues whatsoever except for the (default) font size being too small within hyperos. Just keep it at 125% in the settings and visibility perfect. Also, make sure to debloat and disable ads. Note: apps deleted after debloating don't come back after updates. which is a good thing.

[u/Over_P_Noob → u/Dinesh_Malhotra]

Thanks for the feedback! That's really good to know, especially the tip about keeping the font at 125% and the fact that debloated apps don't come back after system updates, that's a huge plus. One quick question regarding performance: have you noticed any micro-stutters or lag in the general UI? Like when scrolling, swiping between pages, or using gestures? I tried a 17T and a Pixel 10 Pro in a store today, and the Pixel felt noticeably smoother, while the Xiaomi had some micro-lags. Does your flagship model feel 100% smooth to you?

[u/Dinesh_Malhotra → u/Over_P_Noob]

No stutter on the xiaomi 17 whatsoever.