Motorola Moto G 2026 vs Redmi 17C
The Motorola Moto G 2026 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300, while the Redmi 17C (2026) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra; launch prices were $200 and $100. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Moto G 2026 leads — 44/100 vs 32/100 (a 12-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Moto G 2026 has the bigger battery (5200 mAh vs 5160); the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the Motorola Moto G 2026 is faster in AnTuTu (528,398 vs 358,608); the Motorola Moto G 2026 has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi 17C doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Moto G 2026
Redmi 17C
What makes Motorola Moto G 2026 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 528398 vs 358608
- Better Geekbench Single: 771 vs 432
- Better Geekbench Multi: 1980 vs 1416
- Bigger battery: 5200 vs 5160 mAh
- Faster charging: 30W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Lighter: 202g vs 206g
- Higher performance (43/100 vs 30/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (50/100 vs 46/100)
What makes Redmi 17C better?
- Cheaper at launch: $100 vs $200
- Better portability (53/100 vs 52/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Motorola Moto G 2026 vs the Redmi 17C, the Motorola Moto G 2026 scores 12 points higher (44/100 vs 32/100). In the "performance" category, the Motorola Moto G 2026 leads (43/100 vs 30/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Moto G 2026 leads (37/100 vs 10/100). Value score: Motorola Moto G 2026 — 48/100, Redmi 17C — 52/100; 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 Motorola Moto G 2026 is a bit better (43/100 vs 30/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100. In the "camera" category, the Motorola Moto G 2026 notably outperforms the Redmi 17C (37/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Moto G 2026 and the Redmi 17C are nearly equal (50/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi 17C and the Motorola Moto G 2026 are nearly equal (53/100 vs 52/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Motorola Moto G 2026 | Redmi 17C | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra | |
| AnTuTu | 528398 | 358608 | |
| Geekbench Single | 771 | 432 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1980 | 1416 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.9" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1600x720 | 720x1640 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5200 mAh | 5160 mAh | |
| Charging | 30W | 18W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 13 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 4GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1000 nits | 600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | — | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 167.2×76.4×8.5 mm | 171.6×79.5×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 202 g | 206 g | |
| Launch price | $200 | $100 |
Camera comparison
Motorola Moto G 2026
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 32MP
Redmi 17C
- Main: 13MP f/2.2
- Front: 5MP
Display comparison
Motorola Moto G 2026
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1600x720
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi 17C
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1640
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Motorola Moto G 2026
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- No wireless charging
Redmi 17C
- 5160 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Motorola Moto G 2026 and Redmi 17C, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Motorola Moto G 2026 leads Redmi 17C by 47.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $100. Redmi 17C was $100 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Motorola Moto G 2026 is a bit better (43/100 vs 30/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Motorola Moto G 2026 notably outperforms the Redmi 17C (37/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Motorola Moto G 2026 and the Redmi 17C are nearly equal (50/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi 17C and the Motorola Moto G 2026 are nearly equal (53/100 vs 52/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Moto G 2026 or the Redmi 17C?
The Motorola Moto G 2026 is noticeably better than the Redmi 17C — the overall rating gap is 12 points.
What is the rating of the Motorola Moto G 2026 and the Redmi 17C?
The Motorola Moto G 2026 has a MobileRank rating of 44/100, the Redmi 17C — 32/100.
Which has the better camera: the Motorola Moto G 2026 or the Redmi 17C?
The Motorola Moto G 2026 leads on camera score (37/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Motorola Moto G 2026 or the Redmi 17C?
The Motorola Moto G 2026 leads on performance (43/100 vs 30/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Moto G 2026 over the Redmi 17C?
Neither model stands out enough to recommend it for a specific use case: the clearest difference is camera — better on the Motorola Moto G 2026 (37/100 vs 10/100).