Poco C65 vs Redmi 17C
The Poco C65 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85, while the Redmi 17C (2026) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra; launch prices were $99 and $100. Both devices score the same overall rating of 33/100. Key differences: the Redmi 17C has the bigger battery (5160 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the Redmi 17C is faster in AnTuTu (358,383 vs 346,495); the Poco C65 has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi 17C doesn't.
Poco C65
Redmi 17C
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Lighter: 192g vs 206g
- Cheaper at launch: $99 vs $100
- Better camera (30/100 vs 10/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 53/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 358383 vs 346495
- Better Geekbench Single: 432 vs 375
- Better Geekbench Multi: 1416 vs 1031
- Bigger battery: 5160 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (30/100 vs 25/100)
- Longer battery life (54/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (55/100 vs 43/100)
The Poco C65 and the Redmi 17C received the same MobileRank rating — 33/100. In the "camera" category, the Poco C65 leads (30/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi 17C leads (54/100 vs 43/100). Value score: Poco C65 — 50/100, Redmi 17C — 50/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Redmi 17C is a bit better (30/100 vs 25/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi 17C is a bit better (55/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco C65 notably outperforms the Redmi 17C (30/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi 17C is a bit better (54/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco C65 is a bit better (63/100 vs 53/100).
| Specification | Poco C65 | Redmi 17C | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G85 | MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra | |
| AnTuTu | 346495 | 358383 | |
| Geekbench Single | 375 | 432 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1031 | 1416 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.9" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1600x720 | 720x1640 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5160 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 18W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 13 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 4GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 13 / HyperOS | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 600 nits | 600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Dimensions | 168.0×78.0×8.1 mm | — | |
| Weight | 192 g | 206 g | |
| Launch price | $99 | $100 |
Poco C65
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Redmi 17C
- Main: 13MP f/2.2
- Front: 5MP
Poco C65
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1600x720
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Redmi 17C
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1640
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Poco C65
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Redmi 17C
- 5160 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless charging: no data
We compared Poco C65 and Redmi 17C, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi 17C leads Poco C65 by 3.3% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $1. Poco C65 was $1 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi 17C is a bit better (30/100 vs 25/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi 17C is a bit better (55/100 vs 43/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco C65 notably outperforms the Redmi 17C (30/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi 17C is a bit better (54/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco C65 is a bit better (63/100 vs 53/100).
Which is better: the Poco C65 or the Redmi 17C?
Both devices scored 33/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the Redmi 17C.
What is the rating of the Poco C65 and the Redmi 17C?
The Poco C65 has a MobileRank rating of 33/100, the Redmi 17C — 33/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco C65 or the Redmi 17C?
The Poco C65 leads on camera score (30/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco C65 or the Redmi 17C?
The Redmi 17C leads on performance (30/100 vs 25/100).
Should you choose the Poco C65 over the Redmi 17C?
The Poco C65 is a better fit for everyday use. The Redmi 17C is a better fit for everyday use.