Redmi 10C vs Xiaomi 17 Ultra

The Redmi 10C (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 4G, while the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; estimated prices are $190 and $1500. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads — 88/100 vs 34/100 (a 54-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Ultra has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,593,401 vs 421,228); the Redmi 10C is noticeably lighter (190g vs 226g).

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra 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 Ultra
Performance 96
Display 89
Camera 93
Battery 80
Portability 40
Value for money 80
What makes Redmi 10C better?
  • Lighter: 190g vs 226g
  • Cheaper: $190 vs $1500

  • Better portability (62/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Ultra better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3593401 vs 421228
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 412
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 1410
  • Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 90W vs 18W
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz

  • Higher performance (96/100 vs 31/100)
  • Better camera (93/100 vs 30/100)
  • Longer battery life (80/100 vs 43/100)
  • Better display (89/100 vs 32/100)
  • Better value for money (80/100 vs 34/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi 10C vs the Xiaomi 17 Ultra, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra scores 54 points higher (88/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (96/100 vs 31/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (93/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (80/100 vs 43/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (80/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 10C (96/100 vs 31/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 10C (89/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 10C (93/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 10C (80/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi 10C notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (62/100 vs 40/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 10C (80/100 vs 34/100).

Redmi 10C: The Redmi 10C is a better fit for everyday use.
Xiaomi 17 Ultra: The Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi 10C Xiaomi 17 Ultra
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 4G Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
AnTuTu 421228 3593401
Geekbench Single 412 3640
Geekbench Multi 1410 11033
Display 6.7" IPS LCD 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 720x1650 3200x1440
Refresh rate 60 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 6000 mAh
Charging 18W 90W
Wireless charging 0W 50W
DXOMark (camera) 166
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 200 MP
Front camera 5 MP 32 MP
RAM 3GB / 4GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 64GB / 128GB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 11, MIUI 13 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 3500 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68
Dimensions 169.6×76.6×8.3 mm 162.9×77.6×8.3 mm
Weight 190 g 226 g
Price $190 $1500
Camera comparison
Redmi 10C
  • Main: 50MP
  • Front: 5MP
30
camera
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
  • Main: 50MP f/1.63
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 200MP
  • Front: 32MP
93
camera
Display comparison
Redmi 10C
  • 6.7" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1650
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
32
display
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
  • 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 3200x1440
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
89
display
Battery and charging
Redmi 10C
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
43
battery
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
  • 6000 mAh
  • NanoReview test: web browsing 16:09 hrs, total 33:23 hrs
  • Wired: 90W
  • Wireless: 50W
80
battery
Overall performance score

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

Redmi 10C Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 4G
34/100
421228 AnTuTu
Xiaomi 17 Ultra Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
88/100 +88.3%
3593401 AnTuTu

Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads Redmi 10C by 88.3% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi 10C
$190
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
$1500

Price difference: $1310. Redmi 10C is cheaper by $1310.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 10C (96/100 vs 31/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 10C (89/100 vs 32/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 10C (93/100 vs 30/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 10C (80/100 vs 43/100).

portability

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

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 10C (80/100 vs 34/100).

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

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra 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 Ultra?

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

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

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on camera score (93/100 vs 30/100).

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

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on performance (96/100 vs 31/100).

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

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