Redmi 14C (China) vs Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
The Redmi 14C (China) (2024) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra, while the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) (2025) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads — 87/100 vs 32/100 (a 55-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) has the bigger battery (6800 mAh vs 5160); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) is faster in AnTuTu (3,950,082 vs 358,608); the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi 14C (China) doesn't; the Redmi 14C (China) is noticeably lighter (204g vs 224g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 14C (China)
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
What makes Redmi 14C (China) better?
- Lighter: 204g vs 224g
- Better portability (55/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3950082 vs 358608
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 432
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 1416
- Bigger battery: 6800 vs 5160 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 30/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi 14C (China) vs the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China), the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) scores 55 points higher (87/100 vs 32/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads (98/100 vs 30/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads (87/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads (83/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Redmi 14C (China) (98/100 vs 30/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) notably outperforms the Redmi 14C (China) (81/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Redmi 14C (China) (87/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Redmi 14C (China) (83/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi 14C (China) is a bit better (55/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi 14C (China) | Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 358608 | 3950082 | |
| Geekbench Single | 432 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1416 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.9" IPS LCD | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1640 | 1200x2608 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5160 mAh | 6800 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB / 256GB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14, HyperOS | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 600 nits | — | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 171.9×77.8×8.2 mm | 162.9×77.6×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 204 g | 224 g | |
| Launch price | — | $892 |
Camera comparison
Redmi 14C (China)
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Redmi 14C (China)
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1640
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi 14C (China)
- 5160 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
- 6800 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi 14C (China) and Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China), covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads Redmi 14C (China) by 90.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Redmi 14C (China)
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Redmi 14C (China) (98/100 vs 30/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) notably outperforms the Redmi 14C (China) (81/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Redmi 14C (China) (87/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Redmi 14C (China) (83/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi 14C (China) is a bit better (55/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 14C (China) or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Redmi 14C (China) by 55 points (87/100 vs 32/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi 14C (China) and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?
The Redmi 14C (China) has a MobileRank rating of 32/100, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) — 87/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 14C (China) or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads on camera score (87/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi 14C (China) or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads on performance (98/100 vs 30/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 14C (China) over the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.