Realme GT7 vs Redmi 17C
The Realme GT7 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9400e, while the Redmi 17C (2026) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra; launch prices were $420 and $100. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme GT7 leads — 77/100 vs 32/100 (a 45-point difference). Key differences: the Realme GT7 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5160); the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the Realme GT7 is faster in AnTuTu (2,415,876 vs 358,608).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme GT7
Redmi 17C
What makes Realme GT7 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2415876 vs 358608
- Better Geekbench Single: 2233 vs 432
- Better Geekbench Multi: 7478 vs 1416
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5160 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher performance (84/100 vs 30/100)
- Better camera (61/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Redmi 17C better?
- Cheaper at launch: $100 vs $420
- Overall rating 32/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme GT7 vs the Redmi 17C, the Realme GT7 scores 45 points higher (77/100 vs 32/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme GT7 leads (84/100 vs 30/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT7 leads (61/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT7 leads (90/100 vs 46/100). Value score: Realme GT7 — 80/100, Redmi 17C — 52/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Realme GT7 significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (84/100 vs 30/100). In the "display" category, the Realme GT7 notably outperforms the Redmi 17C (84/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT7 significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (61/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT7 significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (90/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 53/100.
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme GT7 | Redmi 17C | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9400e | MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra | |
| AnTuTu | 2415876 | 358608 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2233 | 432 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7478 | 1416 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.9" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2780x1264 | 720x1640 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 5160 mAh | |
| Charging | 120W | 18W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 13 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB / 16GB | 4GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 600 nits | |
| NFC | — | no | |
| Protection | — | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | — | 171.6×79.5×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 206 g | 206 g | |
| Launch price | $420 | $100 |
Camera comparison
Realme GT7
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Redmi 17C
- Main: 13MP f/2.2
- Front: 5MP
Display comparison
Realme GT7
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2780x1264
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi 17C
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1640
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme GT7
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless charging: no data
Redmi 17C
- 5160 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Realme GT7 and Redmi 17C, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme GT7 leads Redmi 17C by 573.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $320. Redmi 17C was $320 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme GT7 significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (84/100 vs 30/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme GT7 notably outperforms the Redmi 17C (84/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme GT7 significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (61/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme GT7 significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (90/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 53/100.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme GT7 or the Redmi 17C?
The Realme GT7 significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C by 45 points (77/100 vs 32/100).
What is the rating of the Realme GT7 and the Redmi 17C?
The Realme GT7 has a MobileRank rating of 77/100, the Redmi 17C — 32/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme GT7 or the Redmi 17C?
The Realme GT7 leads on camera score (61/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme GT7 or the Redmi 17C?
The Realme GT7 leads on performance (84/100 vs 30/100).
Should you choose the Realme GT7 over the Redmi 17C?
The Realme GT7 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.