Realme realme V23i vs Redmi 17C
The Realme realme V23i (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 700 (), while the Redmi 17C (2026) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra. 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 Realme realme V23i is noticeably lighter (185g vs 206g).
Realme realme V23i
Redmi 17C
- Lighter: 185g vs 206g
- Better design/ergonomics (68/100 vs 42/100)
- Bigger battery: 5160 vs 5000 mAh
- 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 realme V23i 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 realme V23i (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 realme V23i are nearly equal (40/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Realme realme V23i notably outperforms the Redmi 17C (68/100 vs 42/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 17C significantly outperforms the Realme realme V23i (100/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Realme realme V23i | Redmi 17C | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 700 () | MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra | |
| AnTuTu | — | 358383 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 432 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 1416 | |
| Display | 6.6" LCD IPS | 6.9" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 720x1612 | 720x1640 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5160 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 18W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 13 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | — | 4GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 12 Snow Cone | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 600 nits | |
| NFC | no | no | |
| Dimensions | 163.8×75.1×8.1 mm | — | |
| Weight | 185 g | 206 g | |
| Price | — | $100 |
Realme realme V23i
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 8MP
Redmi 17C
- Main: 13MP f/2.2
- Front: 5MP
Realme realme V23i
- 6.6" LCD IPS
- Resolution: 720x1612
- Refresh rate: —
Redmi 17C
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1640
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme realme V23i
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Redmi 17C
- 5160 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Realme realme V23i
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 realme V23i (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 realme V23i are nearly equal (40/100 vs 36/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Realme realme V23i notably outperforms the Redmi 17C (68/100 vs 42/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 17C significantly outperforms the Realme realme V23i (100/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Realme realme V23i or the Redmi 17C?
The Redmi 17C is noticeably better than the Realme realme V23i — the overall rating gap is 14 points.
What is the rating of the Realme realme V23i and the Redmi 17C?
The Realme realme V23i has a MobileRank rating of 11/100, the Redmi 17C — 25/100.
Should you choose the Realme realme V23i over the Redmi 17C?
The Realme realme V23i is a better fit for everyday use. The Redmi 17C is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.