Redmi 15C 5G vs Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
The Redmi 15C 5G (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300, 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 43/100 (a 44-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) has the bigger battery (6800 mAh vs 6000); the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) is faster in AnTuTu (3,950,082 vs 528,398).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 15C 5G
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
What makes Redmi 15C 5G better?
- Lighter: 211g vs 224g
- Better portability (50/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3950082 vs 528398
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 771
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 1980
- Bigger battery: 6800 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 33W
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 53/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi 15C 5G vs the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China), the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) scores 44 points higher (87/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads (98/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads (87/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads (83/100 vs 53/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Redmi 15C 5G (98/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) notably outperforms the Redmi 15C 5G (81/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Redmi 15C 5G (87/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Redmi 15C 5G (83/100 vs 53/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi 15C 5G is a bit better (50/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi 15C 5G | Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 528398 | 3950082 | |
| Geekbench Single | 771 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1980 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.9" IPS LCD | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1200x2608 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 6800 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15, up to 2 major Android upgrades, HyperOS 2 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 810 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 173.2×81.1×8.2 mm | 162.9×77.6×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 211 g | 224 g | |
| Launch price | — | $892 |
Camera comparison
Redmi 15C 5G
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Redmi 15C 5G
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi 15C 5G
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
- 6800 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi 15C 5G and Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China), covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads Redmi 15C 5G by 86.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Redmi 15C 5G
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Redmi 15C 5G (98/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) notably outperforms the Redmi 15C 5G (81/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Redmi 15C 5G (87/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Redmi 15C 5G (83/100 vs 53/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi 15C 5G is a bit better (50/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 15C 5G or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Redmi 15C 5G by 44 points (87/100 vs 43/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi 15C 5G and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?
The Redmi 15C 5G has a MobileRank rating of 43/100, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) — 87/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 15C 5G or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads on camera score (87/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi 15C 5G or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads on performance (98/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 15C 5G 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.