Redmi Note 17 Pro Stress Test: Can It Survive a Football and a Firehose?

Xiaomi’s Redmi Note 17 Series: Built Like a Tank?

Xiaomi is gearing up for the official debut of the Redmi Note 17 series on July 14, and they aren’t being subtle about the build quality. The company has dropped some teasers confirming the lineup will include both a base model and a Pro version, with the latter boasting serious hardware specs like Gorilla Glass Victus 2 and a rugged IP69K rating for dust and water protection.

In a creative marketing move inspired by the excitement of the World Cup, Xiaomi put the Redmi Note 17 Pro through a series of chaotic durability tests. The highlight? Mounting the phones on a robotic arm acting as a goalkeeper. It wasn’t just catching soccer balls, either; the device faced a barrage of nuts and even a direct hit from a durian—proving that this phone is definitely not your average fragile handset.

Water Resistance Beyond Belief

If you thought the physical impact tests were intense, the water resistance demonstration takes things to another level. The company subjected the device to a high-pressure jet from a firefighter’s hose—a force strong enough to break windows and move a car. The Redmi Note 17 Pro, which holds IP66, IP68, and IP69K certifications, barely flinched. You can check out the full stunt in the video below:

What Else We Know

Design-wise, the family resemblance is clear. The standard Redmi Note 17 sports a sleek, single-camera setup on the back, rumored to feature a 50MP sensor. The Pro model opts for a dual-camera array, with whispers of a massive 200MP sensor that we’re still waiting for official confirmation on.

While we know the Redmi Note 17 recently secured global certification—potentially alongside a Poco-branded twin—it’s still a mystery whether these specific rugged features will be the standard for international markets or if they’ll remain a China-exclusive delight. Regardless, if you’ve ever wished your phone could survive a hurricane or a fruit-based assault, this might be the upgrade you’ve been waiting for.