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).
Nokia C31
Redmi 17C
- Lighter: 200g vs 206g
- Better design/ergonomics (50/100 vs 42/100)
- 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)
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).
| 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 |
Nokia C31
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Redmi 17C
- Main: 13MP f/2.2
- Front: 5MP
Nokia C31
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Redmi 17C
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1640
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nokia C31
- 5050 mAh
- No wireless charging
Redmi 17C
- 5160 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Nokia C31
Price unknownperformance
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).
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.