Core Insights - The Xiaomi 17 series is experiencing a disparity in sales performance between the Pro Max and standard versions, leading to controversy over overall sales figures [1][10] - Despite breaking sales records during the launch, the standard version's underperformance may negatively impact total shipments [1][8] - Xiaomi remains optimistic about surpassing the previous generation's sales figures, despite analyst predictions of a potential 20% decline in total shipments [8][10] Sales Performance - The Xiaomi 17 series achieved record sales within the first five minutes of launch, but specific sales numbers were not disclosed [1][2] - The Pro Max model accounted for over 50% of the sales within the series, while the standard version's sales were significantly lower, with approximately 3,000 units sold compared to over 10,000 for the Pro models [2][5] - In-store observations indicated a strong demand for the Pro models, with reports of them selling out quickly, while the standard version remained in stock [5][7] Market Analysis - Analysts predict a potential 20% decrease in the total shipment target for the Xiaomi 17 series, originally set at 10 million units, due to lower-than-expected demand for the standard model [8][10] - The standard version's performance is being compared unfavorably to the iPhone 17's strong sales in the Chinese market [8] - Xiaomi's management has expressed confidence in increasing overall sales compared to the previous generation, citing adjustments in product offerings and order structures [8][10] Consumer Sentiment - There is a noticeable preference among consumers for the Pro series over the standard version, attributed to better performance and features [5][10] - The marketing strategies employed by Xiaomi have faced criticism, with some consumers questioning the authenticity of promotional claims [10]