Design and Construction The very first thing I noticed is how compact the Xiaomi 17 is. While that’s not a particularly thin profile, the compact size still makes it easy to grip and provides good ergonomics. During my time with the phone, I really appreciate how nice it is to have a phone this compact. Again, its compact dimensions make one-handed use more comfortable. Conclusion In a world where bigger is often better, the Xiaomi 17 proves that compact can still pack a serious punch. This compact 0:18flagship has been getting a lot of buzz, 0:20and of course, we had to see for 0:21ourselves if it lives up to the hype. At just 186 g and 7.9 mm thin, 1:05it's light, compact, and comfortable 1:07even for those with smaller hands. Vivo is bringing a new member of that acclaimed family to our shores, and it's packaged in a surprisingly compact form. Read more in our articles including "Xiaomi 17 Review: Compact yet so powerful" and "Watch: vivo X200 FE Full Review: Compact Size, Big Camera Performance".
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May 7, 2026Design and Construction The very first thing I noticed is how compact the Xiaomi 17 is. While that’s not a particularly thin profile, the compact size still makes it easy to grip and provides good ergonomics.
During my time with the phone, I really appreciate how nice it is to have a phone this compact. Again, its compact dimensions make one-handed use more comfortable. Conclusion In a world where bigger is often better, the Xiaomi 17 proves that compact can still pack a serious punch.
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