Lava Storm Lite vs Redmi 17C 5G
The Lava Storm Lite (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6400, while the Redmi 17C 5G (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300; launch prices were $89 and $139. Both devices score the same overall rating of 43/100. Key differences: the Redmi 17C 5G has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the Lava Storm Lite is faster in AnTuTu (581,041 vs 528,398); the Redmi 17C 5G has NFC for contactless payments, the Lava Storm Lite doesn't; the Lava Storm Lite is noticeably lighter (196g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Lava Storm Lite
Redmi 17C 5G
What makes Lava Storm Lite better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 581041 vs 528398
- Better Geekbench Single: 803 vs 771
- Better Geekbench Multi: 2047 vs 1980
- Lighter: 196g vs 211g
- Cheaper at launch: $89 vs $139
- Higher performance (45/100 vs 43/100)
- Better portability (59/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Redmi 17C 5G better?
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 33W vs 15W
- Longer battery life (53/100 vs 43/100)
Comparison verdict
The Lava Storm Lite and the Redmi 17C 5G received the same MobileRank rating — 43/100. In the "battery" category, the Redmi 17C 5G leads (53/100 vs 43/100). Value score: Lava Storm Lite — 80/100, Redmi 17C 5G — 64/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Lava Storm Lite and the Redmi 17C 5G are nearly equal (45/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100. In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 30/100. In the "battery" category, the Redmi 17C 5G is a bit better (53/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Lava Storm Lite is a bit better (59/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Lava Storm Lite | Redmi 17C 5G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6400 | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | |
| AnTuTu | 581041 | 528398 | |
| Geekbench Single | 803 | 771 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2047 | 1980 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.9" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 33W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 168.8×78.1×8.3 mm | 171.6×79.5×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $89 | $139 |
Camera comparison
Lava Storm Lite
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 5MP
Redmi 17C 5G
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Lava Storm Lite
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi 17C 5G
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Lava Storm Lite
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Redmi 17C 5G
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Lava Storm Lite and Redmi 17C 5G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Lava Storm Lite leads Redmi 17C 5G by 10.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $50. Lava Storm Lite was $50 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Lava Storm Lite and the Redmi 17C 5G are nearly equal (45/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 30/100.
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi 17C 5G is a bit better (53/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Lava Storm Lite is a bit better (59/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Lava Storm Lite or the Redmi 17C 5G?
Both devices scored 43/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the Lava Storm Lite (45/100 vs 43/100).
What is the rating of the Lava Storm Lite and the Redmi 17C 5G?
The Lava Storm Lite has a MobileRank rating of 43/100, the Redmi 17C 5G — 43/100.
Should you choose the Lava Storm Lite over the Redmi 17C 5G?
The Lava Storm Lite is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.