Realme C30s vs Redmi 17C
Comparing the Realme C30s (2022) and the Redmi 17C (2026) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi 17C leads — 25/100 vs 11/100 (a 14-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi 17C has the bigger battery (5160 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 8 MP vs 13 MP; the Realme C30s is noticeably lighter (186g vs 206g).
Realme C30s
Redmi 17C
- Lighter: 186g vs 206g
- Better design/ergonomics (67/100 vs 42/100)
- Bigger battery: 5160 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 13MP vs 8MP
- Longer battery life (40/100 vs 36/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Realme C30s vs the Redmi 17C, the Redmi 17C scores 14 points higher (25/100 vs 11/100). 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, the Redmi 17C significantly outperforms the Realme C30s (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "battery" category, the Redmi 17C and the Realme C30s are nearly equal (40/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Realme C30s notably outperforms the Redmi 17C (67/100 vs 42/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 17C significantly outperforms the Realme C30s (100/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Realme C30s | Redmi 17C | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | — | MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra | |
| AnTuTu | — | 358383 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 432 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 1416 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.9" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 720x1640 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5160 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 18W | |
| Main camera | 8 MP | 13 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB / 4GB | 4GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 12, Realme UI Go | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 600 nits | |
| NFC | no | no | |
| Dimensions | 164.2×75.7×8.5 mm | — | |
| Weight | 186 g | 206 g | |
| Price | — | $100 |
Realme C30s
- Main: 8MP
- Front: 5MP
Redmi 17C
- Main: 13MP f/2.2
- Front: 5MP
Realme C30s
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Redmi 17C
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1640
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme C30s
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Redmi 17C
- 5160 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Realme C30s
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi 17C significantly outperforms the Realme C30s (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi 17C and the Realme C30s are nearly equal (40/100 vs 36/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Realme C30s notably outperforms the Redmi 17C (67/100 vs 42/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 17C significantly outperforms the Realme C30s (100/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Realme C30s or the Redmi 17C?
The Redmi 17C is noticeably better than the Realme C30s — the overall rating gap is 14 points.
What is the rating of the Realme C30s and the Redmi 17C?
The Realme C30s has a MobileRank rating of 11/100, the Redmi 17C — 25/100.
Should you choose the Realme C30s over the Redmi 17C?
The Realme C30s is a better fit for everyday use. The Redmi 17C is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.