Poco X4 NFC vs Redmi 17C

The Poco X4 NFC (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 920, while the Redmi 17C (2026) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X4 NFC leads — 34/100 vs 25/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 108 MP vs 13 MP; the Poco X4 NFC has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi 17C doesn't.

The Poco X4 NFC edges out the Redmi 17C by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X4 NFC
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 41
Battery 51
Design 41
Value for money 55
Redmi 17C
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 0
Battery 40
Design 42
Value for money 100
What makes Poco X4 NFC better?
  • Faster charging: 67W vs 18W
  • Better main camera: 108MP vs 13MP

  • Better camera (41/100 vs 0/100)
  • Longer battery life (51/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Redmi 17C better?
  • Lighter: 206g vs 207g

  • Better design/ergonomics (42/100 vs 41/100)
  • Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Poco X4 NFC vs the Redmi 17C, the Poco X4 NFC scores 9 points higher (34/100 vs 25/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X4 NFC leads (41/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X4 NFC leads (51/100 vs 40/100). 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, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Poco X4 NFC significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (41/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X4 NFC is a bit better (51/100 vs 40/100). In the "design" category, the Redmi 17C and the Poco X4 NFC are nearly equal (42/100 vs 41/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 17C significantly outperforms the Poco X4 NFC (100/100 vs 55/100).

Poco X4 NFC: The Poco X4 NFC is a better fit for everyday use.
Redmi 17C: The Redmi 17C is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Poco X4 NFC Redmi 17C
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 920 MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra
AnTuTu 358383
Geekbench Single 432
Geekbench Multi 1416
Display 6.7" Super AMOLED 6.9" IPS LCD
Resolution 1080x2400 720x1640
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5160 mAh 5160 mAh
Charging 67W 18W
Main camera 108 MP 13 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 0 MP
Front camera 16 MP 5 MP
RAM 6GB / 8GB 4GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 64GB / 128GB
OS Android 11, MIUI 12.5 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 1200 nits 600 nits
NFC yes no
Dimensions 163.7×76.2×8.3 mm
Weight 207 g 206 g
Price $100
Camera comparison
Poco X4 NFC
  • Main: 108MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 16MP
41
camera
Redmi 17C
  • Main: 13MP f/2.2
  • Front: 5MP
0
camera
Display comparison
Poco X4 NFC
  • 6.7" Super AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Redmi 17C
  • 6.9" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1640
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Poco X4 NFC
  • 5160 mAh
  • Wired: 67W
  • No wireless charging
51
battery
Redmi 17C
  • 5160 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
40
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Poco X4 NFC
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, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Poco X4 NFC significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (41/100 vs 0/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Poco X4 NFC is a bit better (51/100 vs 40/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Redmi 17C and the Poco X4 NFC are nearly equal (42/100 vs 41/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 17C significantly outperforms the Poco X4 NFC (100/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X4 NFC or the Redmi 17C?

The Poco X4 NFC edges out the Redmi 17C by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Poco X4 NFC and the Redmi 17C?

The Poco X4 NFC has a MobileRank rating of 34/100, the Redmi 17C — 25/100.

Which has the better camera: the Poco X4 NFC or the Redmi 17C?

The Poco X4 NFC leads on camera score (41/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Poco X4 NFC over the Redmi 17C?

The Poco X4 NFC is a better fit for everyday use. The Redmi 17C is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.