Poco M6 vs Redmi 17C

The Poco M6 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6100+, while the Redmi 17C (2026) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra; estimated prices are $120 and $100. Both devices score the same overall rating of 25/100. Key differences: the Redmi 17C has the bigger battery (5160 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the Poco M6 is faster in AnTuTu (408,000 vs 358,383).

Both devices scored the same rating of 25/100 — the choice comes down to your priorities.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco M6
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 24
Battery 36
Design 56
Value for money 100
Redmi 17C
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 0
Battery 40
Design 42
Value for money 100
What makes Poco M6 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 408000 vs 358383
  • Better Geekbench Single: 732 vs 432
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 1954 vs 1416
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
  • Lighter: 195g vs 206g

  • Better camera (24/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (56/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Redmi 17C better?
  • Bigger battery: 5160 vs 5000 mAh
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
  • Cheaper: $100 vs $120

  • Longer battery life (40/100 vs 36/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
Comparison verdict

The Poco M6 and the Redmi 17C received the same MobileRank rating — 25/100. In the "camera" category, the Poco M6 leads (24/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Redmi 17C significantly outperforms the Poco M6 (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco M6 notably outperforms the Redmi 17C (24/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi 17C and the Poco M6 are nearly equal (40/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Poco M6 is a bit better (56/100 vs 42/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

Poco M6: The Poco M6 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Redmi 17C: The Redmi 17C is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Poco M6 Redmi 17C
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra
AnTuTu 408000 358383
Geekbench Single 732 432
Geekbench Multi 1954 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 5 MP 5 MP
RAM 4GB / 6GB 4GB
Storage 64GB / 128GB 64GB / 128GB
OS Android 13 / MIUI 14 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 600 nits 600 nits
NFC no no
Dimensions 168.0×78.0×8.1 mm
Weight 195 g 206 g
Price $120 $100
Camera comparison
Poco M6
  • Main: 50MP
  • Front: 5MP
24
camera
Redmi 17C
  • Main: 13MP f/2.2
  • Front: 5MP
0
camera
Display comparison
Poco M6
  • 6.7" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1600x720
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Redmi 17C
  • 6.9" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1640
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Poco M6
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
Redmi 17C
  • 5160 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
40
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Poco M6 and Redmi 17C, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Poco M6 MediaTek Dimensity 6100+
25/100
408000 AnTuTu
Redmi 17C MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra
25/100 -13.8%
358383 AnTuTu

Poco M6 leads Redmi 17C by 13.8% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Poco M6
$120
Redmi 17C
$100

Price difference: $20. Redmi 17C is cheaper by $20.

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 Poco M6 (100/100 vs 50/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Poco M6 notably outperforms the Redmi 17C (24/100 vs 0/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi 17C and the Poco M6 are nearly equal (40/100 vs 36/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Poco M6 is a bit better (56/100 vs 42/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco M6 or the Redmi 17C?

Both devices scored 25/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the Redmi 17C.

What is the rating of the Poco M6 and the Redmi 17C?

The Poco M6 has a MobileRank rating of 25/100, the Redmi 17C — 25/100.

Which has the better camera: the Poco M6 or the Redmi 17C?

The Poco M6 leads on camera score (24/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Poco M6 over the Redmi 17C?

The Poco M6 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Redmi 17C is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.