Nokia 3 vs Redmi 17

The Nokia 3 (2017) runs on the MediaTek MT6737, while the Redmi 17 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 5; launch prices were $159 and $199. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi 17 leads — 51/100 vs 14/100 (a 37-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi 17 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 2630); the main camera is 8 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi 17 is faster in AnTuTu (652,054 vs 73,398); the Nokia 3 is noticeably lighter (140g vs 215g).

The Redmi 17 significantly outperforms the Nokia 3 by 37 points (51/100 vs 14/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia 3
Performance 0
Display 34
Camera 10
Battery 15
Portability 78
Value for money 2
Redmi 17
Performance 49
Display 75
Camera 30
Battery 68
Portability 44
Value for money 66
What makes Nokia 3 better?
  • Lighter: 140g vs 215g
  • Cheaper at launch: $159 vs $199

  • Better portability (78/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Redmi 17 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 652054 vs 73398
  • Better Geekbench Single: 943 vs 141
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 2410 vs 594
  • Bigger battery: 7000 vs 2630 mAh
  • Faster charging: 33W vs 5W
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 8MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz

  • Higher performance (49/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (30/100 vs 10/100)
  • Longer battery life (68/100 vs 15/100)
  • Better display (75/100 vs 34/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Nokia 3 vs the Redmi 17, the Redmi 17 scores 37 points higher (51/100 vs 14/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi 17 leads (49/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi 17 leads (30/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi 17 leads (68/100 vs 15/100). Value score: Nokia 3 — 2/100, Redmi 17 — 66/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Redmi 17 significantly outperforms the Nokia 3 (49/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi 17 significantly outperforms the Nokia 3 (75/100 vs 34/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi 17 notably outperforms the Nokia 3 (30/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi 17 significantly outperforms the Nokia 3 (68/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Nokia 3 significantly outperforms the Redmi 17 (78/100 vs 44/100).

Nokia 3: The Nokia 3 is a better fit for everyday use.
Redmi 17: The Redmi 17 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Nokia 3 Redmi 17
Processor MediaTek MT6737 Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 5
AnTuTu 73398 652054
Geekbench Single 141 943
Geekbench Multi 594 2410
Display 5.0" IPS LCD 6.9" LCD
Resolution 1280x720 2460x1080
Refresh rate 60 Hz 144 Hz
Battery 2630 mAh 7000 mAh
Charging 5W 33W
Main camera 8 MP 50 MP
Front camera 8 MP 8 MP
RAM 2GB 6GB / 8GB
Storage 16GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 7.0 Android 16
NFC yes
Dimensions 143.4×71.4×8.5 mm
Weight 140 g 215 g
Launch price $159 $199
Camera comparison
Nokia 3
  • Main: 8MP f/2.0
  • Front: 8MP
10
camera
Redmi 17
  • Main: 50MP
  • Front: 8MP
30
camera
Display comparison
Nokia 3
  • 5.0" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1280x720
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
34
display
Redmi 17
  • 6.9" LCD
  • Resolution: 2460x1080
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
75
display
Battery and charging
Nokia 3
  • 2630 mAh
  • Wired: 5W
  • Wireless charging: no data
15
battery
Redmi 17
  • 7000 mAh
  • Wired: 33W
  • Wireless charging: no data
68
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Nokia 3 and Redmi 17, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Nokia 3 MediaTek MT6737
14/100
73398 AnTuTu
Redmi 17 Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 5
51/100 +88.7%
652054 AnTuTu

Redmi 17 leads Nokia 3 by 88.7% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Nokia 3
$159
Redmi 17
$199

Launch price difference: $40. Nokia 3 was $40 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi 17 significantly outperforms the Nokia 3 (49/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Redmi 17 significantly outperforms the Nokia 3 (75/100 vs 34/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Redmi 17 notably outperforms the Nokia 3 (30/100 vs 10/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi 17 significantly outperforms the Nokia 3 (68/100 vs 15/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Nokia 3 significantly outperforms the Redmi 17 (78/100 vs 44/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia 3 or the Redmi 17?

The Redmi 17 significantly outperforms the Nokia 3 by 37 points (51/100 vs 14/100).

What is the rating of the Nokia 3 and the Redmi 17?

The Nokia 3 has a MobileRank rating of 14/100, the Redmi 17 — 51/100.

Which has the better camera: the Nokia 3 or the Redmi 17?

The Redmi 17 leads on camera score (30/100 vs 10/100).

Which is more powerful: the Nokia 3 or the Redmi 17?

The Redmi 17 leads on performance (49/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Nokia 3 over the Redmi 17?

The Nokia 3 is a better fit for everyday use. The Redmi 17 is a better fit for everyday use.