Nokia C2 2nd Edition vs Xiaomi 17 Max
Comparing the Nokia C2 2nd Edition (2022) and the Xiaomi 17 Max (2026) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads — 84/100 vs 6/100 (a 78-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Max has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 2400); the main camera is 5 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Nokia C2 2nd Edition doesn't; the Nokia C2 2nd Edition is noticeably lighter (180g vs 219g).
Nokia C2 2nd Edition
Xiaomi 17 Max
- Lighter: 180g vs 219g
- Better design/ergonomics (75/100 vs 26/100)
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 2400 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 5MP
- Higher performance (88/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 0/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
Comparing the Nokia C2 2nd Edition vs the Xiaomi 17 Max, the Xiaomi 17 Max scores 78 points higher (84/100 vs 6/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (88/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (83/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Nokia C2 2nd Edition (88/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Nokia C2 2nd Edition (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Nokia C2 2nd Edition (90/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Nokia C2 2nd Edition (83/100 vs 0/100). In the "design" category, the Nokia C2 2nd Edition significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (75/100 vs 26/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
| Specification | Nokia C2 2nd Edition | Xiaomi 17 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | — | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3654776 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 11033 | |
| Display | 5.7" IPS LCD | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 480x960 | 2608x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 2400 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 5 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 2 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 1GB / 2GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 32GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 11 (Go edition) | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 154.0×75.9×10.0 mm | — | |
| Weight | 180 g | 219 g | |
| Price | — | $799 |
Nokia C2 2nd Edition
- Main: 5MP
- Front: 2MP
Xiaomi 17 Max
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Nokia C2 2nd Edition
- 5.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 480x960
- Refresh rate: —
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nokia C2 2nd Edition
- 2400 mAh
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Nokia C2 2nd Edition
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Nokia C2 2nd Edition (88/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Nokia C2 2nd Edition (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Nokia C2 2nd Edition (90/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Nokia C2 2nd Edition (83/100 vs 0/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Nokia C2 2nd Edition significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (75/100 vs 26/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
Which is better: the Nokia C2 2nd Edition or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Nokia C2 2nd Edition by 78 points (84/100 vs 6/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia C2 2nd Edition and the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Nokia C2 2nd Edition has a MobileRank rating of 6/100, the Xiaomi 17 Max — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia C2 2nd Edition or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 0/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nokia C2 2nd Edition or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on performance (88/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Nokia C2 2nd Edition over the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Nokia C2 2nd Edition is a better fit for everyday use. The Xiaomi 17 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life.