Redmi 10C vs Xiaomi 17 Max

The Redmi 10C (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 4G, while the Xiaomi 17 Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; estimated prices are $190 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads — 88/100 vs 34/100 (a 54-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Max has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,654,776 vs 421,228); the Redmi 10C is noticeably lighter (190g vs 219g).

The Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 10C by 54 points (88/100 vs 34/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 10C
Performance 31
Display 32
Camera 30
Battery 43
Portability 62
Value for money 34
Xiaomi 17 Max
Performance 97
Display 81
Camera 90
Battery 90
Portability 40
Value for money
What makes Redmi 10C better?
  • Lighter: 190g vs 219g
  • Cheaper: $190 vs $799

  • Better portability (62/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Max better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3654776 vs 421228
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 412
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 1410
  • Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
  • Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz

  • Higher performance (97/100 vs 31/100)
  • Better camera (90/100 vs 30/100)
  • Longer battery life (90/100 vs 43/100)
  • Better display (81/100 vs 32/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi 10C vs the Xiaomi 17 Max, the Xiaomi 17 Max scores 54 points higher (88/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (97/100 vs 31/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 10C (97/100 vs 31/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 10C (81/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 10C (90/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 10C (90/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi 10C notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (62/100 vs 40/100).

Redmi 10C: The Redmi 10C is a better fit for everyday use.
Xiaomi 17 Max: The Xiaomi 17 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi 10C Xiaomi 17 Max
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 4G Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
AnTuTu 421228 3654776
Geekbench Single 412 3640
Geekbench Multi 1410 11033
Display 6.7" IPS LCD 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 720x1650 2608x1200
Refresh rate 60 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 8000 mAh
Charging 18W 100W
Wireless charging 0W 50W
Main camera 50 MP 200 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 50 MP
Front camera 5 MP 32 MP
RAM 3GB / 4GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 64GB / 128GB 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 11, MIUI 13 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 3500 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68
Dimensions 169.6×76.6×8.3 mm
Weight 190 g 219 g
Price $190 $799
Camera comparison
Redmi 10C
  • Main: 50MP
  • Front: 5MP
30
camera
Xiaomi 17 Max
  • Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 32MP
90
camera
Display comparison
Redmi 10C
  • 6.7" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1650
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
32
display
Xiaomi 17 Max
  • 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2608x1200
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
81
display
Battery and charging
Redmi 10C
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
43
battery
Xiaomi 17 Max
  • 8000 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • Wireless: 50W
90
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Redmi 10C and Xiaomi 17 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi 10C Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 4G
34/100
421228 AnTuTu
Xiaomi 17 Max Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
88/100 +88.5%
3654776 AnTuTu

Xiaomi 17 Max leads Redmi 10C by 88.5% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi 10C
$190
Xiaomi 17 Max
$799

Price difference: $609. Redmi 10C is cheaper by $609.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 10C (97/100 vs 31/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 10C (81/100 vs 32/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 10C (90/100 vs 30/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 10C (90/100 vs 43/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Redmi 10C notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (62/100 vs 40/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 10C or the Xiaomi 17 Max?

The Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 10C by 54 points (88/100 vs 34/100).

What is the rating of the Redmi 10C and the Xiaomi 17 Max?

The Redmi 10C has a MobileRank rating of 34/100, the Xiaomi 17 Max — 88/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi 10C or the Xiaomi 17 Max?

The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 30/100).

Which is more powerful: the Redmi 10C or the Xiaomi 17 Max?

The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 31/100).

Should you choose the Redmi 10C over the Xiaomi 17 Max?

The Redmi 10C is a better fit for everyday use. The Xiaomi 17 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life.