Redmi 15C 4G vs Redmi 17C
The Redmi 15C 4G (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra, while the Redmi 17C (2026) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi 15C 4G leads — 38/100 vs 33/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi 15C 4G has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5160); the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the Redmi 15C 4G has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi 17C doesn't.
Redmi 15C 4G
Redmi 17C
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5160 mAh
- Faster charging: 33W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Lighter: 205g vs 206g
- Better camera (30/100 vs 10/100)
- Better portability (56/100 vs 53/100)
- Longer battery life (54/100 vs 53/100)
Comparing the Redmi 15C 4G vs the Redmi 17C, the Redmi 15C 4G scores 5 points higher (38/100 vs 33/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi 15C 4G leads (30/100 vs 10/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 30/100. In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100. In the "camera" category, the Redmi 15C 4G notably outperforms the Redmi 17C (30/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi 17C and the Redmi 15C 4G are nearly equal (54/100 vs 53/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi 15C 4G and the Redmi 17C are nearly equal (56/100 vs 53/100).
| Specification | Redmi 15C 4G | Redmi 17C | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra | MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra | |
| AnTuTu | 358383 | 358383 | |
| Geekbench Single | 432 | 432 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1416 | 1416 | |
| Display | 6.9" IPS LCD | 6.9" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 720x1640 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 5160 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 18W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 13 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 4GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 15, HyperOS 2 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP64 | — | |
| Dimensions | 171.6×79.5×8.0 mm | — | |
| Weight | 205 g | 206 g | |
| Launch price | — | $100 |
Redmi 15C 4G
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Redmi 17C
- Main: 13MP f/2.2
- Front: 5MP
Redmi 15C 4G
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi 17C
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1640
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi 15C 4G
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Redmi 17C
- 5160 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless charging: no data
We compared Redmi 15C 4G and Redmi 17C, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Equal performance based on benchmark results.
Redmi 15C 4G
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 30/100.
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi 15C 4G notably outperforms the Redmi 17C (30/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi 17C and the Redmi 15C 4G are nearly equal (54/100 vs 53/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi 15C 4G and the Redmi 17C are nearly equal (56/100 vs 53/100).
Which is better: the Redmi 15C 4G or the Redmi 17C?
The Redmi 15C 4G edges out the Redmi 17C by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Redmi 15C 4G and the Redmi 17C?
The Redmi 15C 4G has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Redmi 17C — 33/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 15C 4G or the Redmi 17C?
The Redmi 15C 4G leads on camera score (30/100 vs 10/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 15C 4G over the Redmi 17C?
The Redmi 15C 4G is a better fit for everyday use. The Redmi 17C is a better fit for everyday use.