Realme C100 4G vs Redmi 17C
The Realme C100 4G (2026) runs on the MediaTek Helio G92 Max, while the Redmi 17C (2026) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme C100 4G leads — 30/100 vs 25/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the Realme C100 4G has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 5160); the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the Realme C100 4G has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi 17C doesn't.
Realme C100 4G
Redmi 17C
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5160 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Better camera (24/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (54/100 vs 40/100)
- Faster charging: 18W vs 15W
- Lighter: 206g vs 219g
- Better design/ergonomics (42/100 vs 26/100)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Realme C100 4G vs the Redmi 17C, the Realme C100 4G scores 5 points higher (30/100 vs 25/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme C100 4G leads (24/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme C100 4G leads (54/100 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 Realme C100 4G notably outperforms the Redmi 17C (24/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme C100 4G is a bit better (54/100 vs 40/100). In the "design" category, the Redmi 17C notably outperforms the Realme C100 4G (42/100 vs 26/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 17C significantly outperforms the Realme C100 4G (100/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Realme C100 4G | Redmi 17C | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G92 Max | MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra | |
| AnTuTu | — | 358383 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 432 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 1416 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.9" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 720x1570 | 720x1640 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8000 mAh | 5160 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 18W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 13 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 4GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16, Realme UI 7.0 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | 600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP66 | — | |
| Dimensions | 166.5×78.2×8.6 mm | — | |
| Weight | 219 g | 206 g | |
| Price | — | $100 |
Realme C100 4G
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Redmi 17C
- Main: 13MP f/2.2
- Front: 5MP
Realme C100 4G
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1570
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi 17C
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1640
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme C100 4G
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Redmi 17C
- 5160 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Realme C100 4G
Price unknownperformance
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 Realme C100 4G notably outperforms the Redmi 17C (24/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme C100 4G is a bit better (54/100 vs 40/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Redmi 17C notably outperforms the Realme C100 4G (42/100 vs 26/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 17C significantly outperforms the Realme C100 4G (100/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Realme C100 4G or the Redmi 17C?
The Realme C100 4G edges out the Redmi 17C by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Realme C100 4G and the Redmi 17C?
The Realme C100 4G has a MobileRank rating of 30/100, the Redmi 17C — 25/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme C100 4G or the Redmi 17C?
The Realme C100 4G leads on camera score (24/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Realme C100 4G over the Redmi 17C?
The Realme C100 4G is a better fit for everyday use. The Redmi 17C is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.