Realme C83 vs Xiaomi 17
The Realme C83 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300, 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 40/100 (a 47-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 17 is faster in AnTuTu (3,404,616 vs 528,398); the Xiaomi 17 has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme C83 doesn't; the Xiaomi 17 is noticeably lighter (191g vs 212g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme C83
Xiaomi 17
What makes Realme C83 better?
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Overall rating 40/100
What makes Xiaomi 17 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3404616 vs 528398
- Better Geekbench Single: 3566 vs 771
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10162 vs 1980
- Faster charging: 100W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Lighter: 191g vs 212g
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (81/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 55/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 65/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 48/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme C83 vs the Xiaomi 17, the Xiaomi 17 scores 47 points higher (87/100 vs 40/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (95/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (81/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (87/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Realme C83 (95/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the Realme C83 (85/100 vs 65/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Realme C83 (81/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Realme C83 (87/100 vs 55/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the Realme C83 (63/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme C83 | Xiaomi 17 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 528398 | 3404616 | |
| Geekbench Single | 771 | 3566 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1980 | 10162 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.3" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1570 | 2656x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16, Realme UI 7.0 | Android 16 / HyperOS 3 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 900 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 166.3×78.1×8.4 mm | 151.1×71.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 212 g | 191 g | |
| Launch price | — | $709 |
Camera comparison
Realme C83
- Main: 13MP f/2.2
- Front: 5MP
Xiaomi 17
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Realme C83
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1570
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Xiaomi 17
- 6.3" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2656x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme C83
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
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 C83 and Xiaomi 17, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 leads Realme C83 by 84.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Realme C83
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Realme C83 (95/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the Realme C83 (85/100 vs 65/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Realme C83 (81/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Realme C83 (87/100 vs 55/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the Realme C83 (63/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme C83 or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Realme C83 by 47 points (87/100 vs 40/100).
What is the rating of the Realme C83 and the Xiaomi 17?
The Realme C83 has a MobileRank rating of 40/100, the Xiaomi 17 — 87/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme C83 or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 leads on camera score (81/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme C83 or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 leads on performance (95/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Realme C83 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.