Nokia X30 vs Redmi 17C

The Nokia X30 (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G, while the Redmi 17C (2026) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi 17C leads — 25/100 vs 23/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi 17C has the bigger battery (5160 mAh vs 4200); the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the Nokia X30 is faster in AnTuTu (592,015 vs 358,383); the Nokia X30 has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi 17C doesn't; the Nokia X30 is noticeably lighter (185g vs 206g).

The Redmi 17C edges out the Nokia X30 by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia X30
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 33
Battery 20
Design 68
Value for money 55
Redmi 17C
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 0
Battery 40
Design 42
Value for money 100
What makes Nokia X30 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 592015 vs 358383
  • Better Geekbench Single: 905 vs 432
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 2003 vs 1416
  • Faster charging: 33W vs 18W
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
  • Lighter: 185g vs 206g

  • Better camera (33/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (68/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Redmi 17C better?
  • Bigger battery: 5160 vs 4200 mAh
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz

  • Longer battery life (40/100 vs 20/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
  • Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Nokia X30 vs the Redmi 17C, the Redmi 17C scores 2 points higher (25/100 vs 23/100). In the "camera" category, the Nokia X30 leads (33/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi 17C leads (40/100 vs 20/100). 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 X30 (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Nokia X30 significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (33/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi 17C notably outperforms the Nokia X30 (40/100 vs 20/100). In the "design" category, the Nokia X30 notably outperforms the Redmi 17C (68/100 vs 42/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 17C significantly outperforms the Nokia X30 (100/100 vs 55/100).

Nokia X30: The Nokia X30 is a better fit for everyday use.
Redmi 17C: The Redmi 17C is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Nokia X30 Redmi 17C
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra
AnTuTu 592015 358383
Geekbench Single 905 432
Geekbench Multi 2003 1416
Display 6.4" AMOLED 6.9" IPS LCD
Resolution 1080x2400 720x1640
Refresh rate 90 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 4200 mAh 5160 mAh
Charging 33W 18W
Main camera 50 MP 13 MP
Ultrawide 13 MP 0 MP
Front camera 16 MP 5 MP
RAM 6GB / 8GB 4GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 64GB / 128GB
OS Android 12 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 700 nits 600 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP67
Dimensions 158.9×73.9×8.0 mm
Weight 185 g 206 g
Price $100
Camera comparison
Nokia X30
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 13MP
  • Front: 16MP
33
camera
Redmi 17C
  • Main: 13MP f/2.2
  • Front: 5MP
0
camera
Display comparison
Nokia X30
  • 6.4" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Redmi 17C
  • 6.9" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1640
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Nokia X30
  • 4200 mAh
  • Wired: 33W
  • No wireless charging
20
battery
Redmi 17C
  • 5160 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
40
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Nokia X30 and Redmi 17C, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Nokia X30 Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G
23/100
592015 AnTuTu
Redmi 17C MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra
25/100 -65.2%
358383 AnTuTu

Nokia X30 leads Redmi 17C by 65.2% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Nokia X30
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 X30 (100/100 vs 50/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Nokia X30 significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (33/100 vs 0/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi 17C notably outperforms the Nokia X30 (40/100 vs 20/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Nokia X30 notably outperforms the Redmi 17C (68/100 vs 42/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 17C significantly outperforms the Nokia X30 (100/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia X30 or the Redmi 17C?

The Redmi 17C edges out the Nokia X30 by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Nokia X30 and the Redmi 17C?

The Nokia X30 has a MobileRank rating of 23/100, the Redmi 17C — 25/100.

Which has the better camera: the Nokia X30 or the Redmi 17C?

The Nokia X30 leads on camera score (33/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Nokia X30 over the Redmi 17C?

The Nokia X30 is a better fit for everyday use. The Redmi 17C is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.