Nokia C31 vs Redmi 17C

The Nokia C31 (2022) runs on the Unisoc, while the Redmi 17C (2026) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi 17C leads — 25/100 vs 10/100 (a 15-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi 17C has the bigger battery (5160 mAh vs 5050).

The Redmi 17C is noticeably better than the Nokia C31 — the overall rating gap is 15 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia C31
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 0
Battery 37
Design 50
Value for money 55
Redmi 17C
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 0
Battery 40
Design 42
Value for money 100
What makes Nokia C31 better?
  • Lighter: 200g vs 206g

  • Better design/ergonomics (50/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Redmi 17C better?
  • Bigger battery: 5160 vs 5050 mAh

  • Longer battery life (40/100 vs 37/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Nokia C31 vs the Redmi 17C, the Redmi 17C scores 15 points higher (25/100 vs 10/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 17C leads (100/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Redmi 17C significantly outperforms the Nokia C31 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "battery" category, the Redmi 17C and the Nokia C31 are nearly equal (40/100 vs 37/100). In the "design" category, the Nokia C31 is a bit better (50/100 vs 42/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 17C significantly outperforms the Nokia C31 (100/100 vs 55/100).

Nokia C31: The Nokia C31 is a better fit for everyday use.
Redmi 17C: The Redmi 17C is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Nokia C31 Redmi 17C
Processor Unisoc MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra
AnTuTu 358383
Geekbench Single 432
Geekbench Multi 1416
Display 6.8" IPS LCD 6.9" IPS LCD
Resolution 720x1600 720x1640
Refresh rate 120 Hz
Battery 5050 mAh 5160 mAh
Charging 18W
Main camera 13 MP 13 MP
Front camera 5 MP 5 MP
RAM 3GB / 4GB 4GB
Storage 32GB / 64GB / 128GB 64GB / 128GB
OS Android 12 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 600 nits
NFC no no
Weight 200 g 206 g
Price $100
Camera comparison
Nokia C31
  • Main: 13MP
  • Front: 5MP
0
camera
Redmi 17C
  • Main: 13MP f/2.2
  • Front: 5MP
0
camera
Display comparison
Nokia C31
  • 6.8" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1600
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Redmi 17C
  • 6.9" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1640
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Nokia C31
  • 5050 mAh
  • No wireless charging
37
battery
Redmi 17C
  • 5160 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
40
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Nokia C31
Price unknown
Redmi 17C
$100
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.

display

In the "display" category, the Redmi 17C significantly outperforms the Nokia C31 (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi 17C and the Nokia C31 are nearly equal (40/100 vs 37/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Nokia C31 is a bit better (50/100 vs 42/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 17C significantly outperforms the Nokia C31 (100/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia C31 or the Redmi 17C?

The Redmi 17C is noticeably better than the Nokia C31 — the overall rating gap is 15 points.

What is the rating of the Nokia C31 and the Redmi 17C?

The Nokia C31 has a MobileRank rating of 10/100, the Redmi 17C — 25/100.

Should you choose the Nokia C31 over the Redmi 17C?

The Nokia C31 is a better fit for everyday use. The Redmi 17C is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.