Nokia C2 2nd Edition vs Xiaomi 17
Comparing the Nokia C2 2nd Edition (2022) and the Xiaomi 17 (2025) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 leads — 87/100 vs 21/100 (a 66-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 2400); the main camera is 5 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 17 has NFC for contactless payments, the Nokia C2 2nd Edition doesn't; the Xiaomi 17 is thinner (8.1mm vs 10.0mm).
Nokia C2 2nd Edition
Xiaomi 17
- Lighter: 180g vs 191g
- Overall rating 21/100
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 2400 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 5MP
- Better camera (81/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 15/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 36/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 56/100)
Comparing the Nokia C2 2nd Edition vs the Xiaomi 17, the Xiaomi 17 scores 66 points higher (87/100 vs 21/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (81/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (87/100 vs 15/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Nokia C2 2nd Edition (85/100 vs 36/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Nokia C2 2nd Edition (81/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Nokia C2 2nd Edition (87/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17 is a bit better (63/100 vs 56/100).
| Specification | Nokia C2 2nd Edition | Xiaomi 17 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | — | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3274157 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 3566 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 10162 | |
| Display | 5.7" IPS LCD | 6.3" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 480x960 | 2656x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 2400 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 50W | |
| Main camera | 5 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 2 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 1GB / 2GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 32GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 11 (Go edition) | Android 16 / HyperOS 3 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 154.0×75.9×10.0 mm | 151.1×71.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 180 g | 191 g | |
| Launch price | — | $709 |
Nokia C2 2nd Edition
- Main: 5MP
- Front: 2MP
Xiaomi 17
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Nokia C2 2nd Edition
- 5.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 480x960
- Refresh rate: —
Xiaomi 17
- 6.3" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2656x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nokia C2 2nd Edition
- 2400 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Xiaomi 17
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 15:00 hrs, total 33:58 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Nokia C2 2nd Edition
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In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Nokia C2 2nd Edition (85/100 vs 36/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Nokia C2 2nd Edition (81/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Nokia C2 2nd Edition (87/100 vs 15/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17 is a bit better (63/100 vs 56/100).
Which is better: the Nokia C2 2nd Edition or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Nokia C2 2nd Edition by 66 points (87/100 vs 21/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia C2 2nd Edition and the Xiaomi 17?
The Nokia C2 2nd Edition has a MobileRank rating of 21/100, the Xiaomi 17 — 87/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia C2 2nd Edition or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 leads on camera score (81/100 vs 10/100).
Should you choose the Nokia C2 2nd Edition over the Xiaomi 17?
The Nokia C2 2nd Edition is a better fit for everyday use. The Xiaomi 17 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.