Realme C2 vs Xiaomi 17
The Realme C2 (2019) runs on the MediaTek Helio P22, while the Xiaomi 17 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 leads — 87/100 vs 21/100 (a 66-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 17 is faster in AnTuTu (3,404,616 vs 177,554); the Xiaomi 17 has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme C2 doesn't; the Realme C2 is noticeably lighter (166g vs 191g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme C2
Xiaomi 17
What makes Realme C2 better?
- Lighter: 166g vs 191g
- Better portability (74/100 vs 63/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3404616 vs 177554
- Better Geekbench Single: 3566 vs 233
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10162 vs 723
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 10/100)
- Better camera (81/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 32/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 40/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme C2 vs the Xiaomi 17, the Xiaomi 17 scores 66 points higher (87/100 vs 21/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (95/100 vs 10/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (81/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (87/100 vs 32/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Realme C2 (95/100 vs 10/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Realme C2 (85/100 vs 40/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Realme C2 (81/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Realme C2 (87/100 vs 32/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme C2 is a bit better (74/100 vs 63/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme C2 | Xiaomi 17 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio P22 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 177554 | 3404616 | |
| Geekbench Single | 233 | 3566 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 723 | 10162 | |
| Display | 6.1" IPS LCD | 6.3" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1560 | 2656x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 50W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 16GB / 32GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 9.0 (Pie); ColorOS 6 Lite | Android 16 / HyperOS 3 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 154.3×73.7×8.5 mm | 151.1×71.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 166 g | 191 g | |
| Launch price | — | $709 |
Camera comparison
Realme C2
- Main: 13MP f/2.2
- Front: 5MP
Xiaomi 17
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Realme C2
- 6.1" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1560
- Refresh rate: —
Xiaomi 17
- 6.3" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2656x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme C2
- 4000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Xiaomi 17
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 15:00 hrs, total 33:58 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme C2 and Xiaomi 17, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 leads Realme C2 by 94.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Realme C2
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Realme C2 (95/100 vs 10/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Realme C2 (85/100 vs 40/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Realme C2 (81/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Realme C2 (87/100 vs 32/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme C2 is a bit better (74/100 vs 63/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme C2 or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Realme C2 by 66 points (87/100 vs 21/100).
What is the rating of the Realme C2 and the Xiaomi 17?
The Realme C2 has a MobileRank rating of 21/100, the Xiaomi 17 — 87/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme C2 or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 leads on camera score (81/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme C2 or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 leads on performance (95/100 vs 10/100).
Should you choose the Realme C2 over the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.