Realme C01 vs Xiaomi 17 Ultra
The Realme C01 (2026) runs on the Unisoc T7250, while the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads — 89/100 vs 34/100 (a 55-point difference). Key differences: the Realme C01 has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 6000); the main camera is 8 MP vs 50 MP; the Realme C01 is noticeably lighter (210g vs 226g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme C01
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
What makes Realme C01 better?
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 6000 mAh
- Lighter: 210g vs 226g
- Better portability (45/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Ultra better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 600
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 1800
- Faster charging: 90W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 8MP
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 32/100)
- Better camera (93/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 53/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme C01 vs the Xiaomi 17 Ultra, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra scores 55 points higher (89/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (97/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (93/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (80/100 vs 53/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme C01 (97/100 vs 32/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme C01 (89/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme C01 (93/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra notably outperforms the Realme C01 (80/100 vs 53/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme C01 is a bit better (45/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme C01 | Xiaomi 17 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T7250 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3667711 | |
| Geekbench Single | 600 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1800 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1520 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6500 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 166 | |
| Main camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 900 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 166.5×78.2×8.7 mm | 162.9×77.6×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 210 g | 226 g | |
| Launch price | — | $999 |
Camera comparison
Realme C01
- Main: 8MP f/2.0
- Front: 5MP
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.63
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Realme C01
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1520
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme C01
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 16:09 hrs, total 33:23 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Realme C01
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme C01 (97/100 vs 32/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme C01 (89/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme C01 (93/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra notably outperforms the Realme C01 (80/100 vs 53/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme C01 is a bit better (45/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme C01 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme C01 by 55 points (89/100 vs 34/100).
What is the rating of the Realme C01 and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Realme C01 has a MobileRank rating of 34/100, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme C01 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on camera score (93/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme C01 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on performance (97/100 vs 32/100).
Should you choose the Realme C01 over the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.