Realme C61 vs Xiaomi 17T Pro
The Realme C61 (2024) runs on the Unisoc Tiger T612, while the Xiaomi 17T Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17T Pro leads — 82/100 vs 30/100 (a 52-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17T Pro has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the Xiaomi 17T Pro has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme C61 doesn't; the Realme C61 is noticeably lighter (188g vs 205g).
Realme C61
Xiaomi 17T Pro
- Lighter: 188g vs 205g
- Better portability (68/100 vs 54/100)
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 360
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 1250
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 15W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (93/100 vs 16/100)
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 43/100)
Comparing the Realme C61 vs the Xiaomi 17T Pro, the Xiaomi 17T Pro scores 52 points higher (82/100 vs 30/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro leads (93/100 vs 16/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro leads (87/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro significantly outperforms the Realme C61 (93/100 vs 16/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro significantly outperforms the Realme C61 (94/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro significantly outperforms the Realme C61 (87/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme C61 is a bit better (68/100 vs 54/100).
| Specification | Realme C61 | Xiaomi 17T Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc Tiger T612 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3207005 | |
| Geekbench Single | 360 | 3228 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1250 | 9553 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | — | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14, Realme UI | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 560 nits | — | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 167.3×76.7×7.8 mm | — | |
| Weight | 188 g | 205 g | |
| Launch price | — | $899 |
Realme C61
- Main: —
- Front: 5MP
Xiaomi 17T Pro
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Realme C61
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Xiaomi 17T Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Realme C61
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17T Pro
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 18:30 hrs, total 36:42 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Realme C61
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro significantly outperforms the Realme C61 (93/100 vs 16/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro significantly outperforms the Realme C61 (94/100 vs 43/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro significantly outperforms the Realme C61 (87/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme C61 is a bit better (68/100 vs 54/100).
Which is better: the Realme C61 or the Xiaomi 17T Pro?
The Xiaomi 17T Pro significantly outperforms the Realme C61 by 52 points (82/100 vs 30/100).
What is the rating of the Realme C61 and the Xiaomi 17T Pro?
The Realme C61 has a MobileRank rating of 30/100, the Xiaomi 17T Pro — 82/100.
Which is more powerful: the Realme C61 or the Xiaomi 17T Pro?
The Xiaomi 17T Pro leads on performance (93/100 vs 16/100).
Should you choose the Realme C61 over the Xiaomi 17T Pro?
The Realme C61 is a better fit for everyday use. The Xiaomi 17T Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.