The launch of Xiaomi’s next generation of “flagship killers” and budget-friendly tablets is closer than ever. Following our earlier exclusive leaks, concrete official evidence has now surfaced directly from Xiaomi. An official support page on Xiaomi UK detailing a “3-month trial of YouTube Premium at no cost” has prematurely listed the Xiaomi 17T, Xiaomi 17T Pro, REDMI Pad 2 9.7, and REDMI Pad 2 9.7 4G as eligible devices. This official website slip-up confirms not only the existence of these devices but signals an imminent global release window, expected as early as April 2026.
Next-Gen Hardware: Dimensity Power and Blazing Fast Displays
The upcoming lineup brings significant hardware leaps over its predecessors, particularly in the processor and display departments.
For the premium smartphone tier, Xiaomi is leveraging MediaTek’s latest silicon. The Xiaomi 17T will be powered by the highly capable MediaTek Dimensity 8500, ensuring excellent thermal efficiency and sustained performance. Meanwhile, the Xiaomi 17T Pro takes it a step further with the flagship MediaTek Dimensity 9500. Paired with this powerhouse chipset, the 17T Pro is expected to feature a stunningly fluid 165Hz refresh rate display, aiming directly at mobile gamers and power users who demand ultra-smooth UI interactions.
On the tablet front, the REDMI Pad 2 9.7 series is positioning itself as a highly competitive entry-level media consumption device. Equipped with 33W fast charging, the tablet may ditch the Dimensity architecture in favor of a MediaTek Helio series processor, a strategic choice that optimizes power consumption for daily tasks and LTE connectivity while keeping the price aggressive. In select global markets, this exact tablet will also be rebranded and introduced as the POCO C Pad.
Out of the box, all of these devices are expected to run on Xiaomi HyperOS 3.1, bringing the latest system-level optimizations, enhanced animations, and deep ecosystem integration through Xiaomi HyperConnect.
Confirmed Device Models
Based on the latest IMEI database sightings and official site leaks, here are the exact identifiers for the upcoming devices:
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Xiaomi 17T Pro: Model
2602EPTC0G -
Xiaomi 17T: Model
2602DPT53G -
REDMI Pad 2 9.7 4G: Model
2604ERP4DG -
REDMI Pad 2 9.7 (Standard) / POCO C Pad: Model TBA
Market Impact and Real-World Value
By bundling a 3-month YouTube Premium subscription at launch, Xiaomi is significantly boosting the out-of-the-box value for end users. The inclusion of a 165Hz display on the 17T Pro redefines the expectations for the “T” series, pushing it deeper into premium gaming territory. Concurrently, the REDMI Pad 2 9.7 4G provides a much-needed, affordable cellular tablet option for students and professionals who require on-the-go connectivity without the flagship price tag.
damn from this can it be assumed f7, x8 pro max count as mid to low end devices?