Redmi 15C 5G vs Xiaomi 17
The Redmi 15C 5G (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300, while the Xiaomi 17 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 leads — 87/100 vs 43/100 (a 44-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 6000); the Xiaomi 17 is faster in AnTuTu (3,404,616 vs 528,398); the Xiaomi 17 is noticeably lighter (191g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 15C 5G
Xiaomi 17
What makes Redmi 15C 5G better?
- Overall rating 43/100
What makes Xiaomi 17 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3404616 vs 528398
- Better Geekbench Single: 3566 vs 771
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10162 vs 1980
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Lighter: 191g vs 211g
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (81/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 53/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 55/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 50/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi 15C 5G vs the Xiaomi 17, the Xiaomi 17 scores 44 points higher (87/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (95/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (81/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (87/100 vs 53/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Redmi 15C 5G (95/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Redmi 15C 5G (85/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Redmi 15C 5G (81/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Redmi 15C 5G (87/100 vs 53/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17 is a bit better (63/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi 15C 5G | Xiaomi 17 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 528398 | 3404616 | |
| Geekbench Single | 771 | 3566 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1980 | 10162 | |
| Display | 6.9" IPS LCD | 6.3" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 2656x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15, up to 2 major Android upgrades, HyperOS 2 | Android 16 / HyperOS 3 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 810 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 173.2×81.1×8.2 mm | 151.1×71.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 211 g | 191 g | |
| Launch price | — | $709 |
Camera comparison
Redmi 15C 5G
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Xiaomi 17
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Redmi 15C 5G
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17
- 6.3" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2656x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi 15C 5G
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 15:00 hrs, total 33:58 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi 15C 5G and Xiaomi 17, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 leads Redmi 15C 5G by 84.5% 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 significantly outperforms the Redmi 15C 5G (95/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Redmi 15C 5G (85/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Redmi 15C 5G (81/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Redmi 15C 5G (87/100 vs 53/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17 is a bit better (63/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 15C 5G or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 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?
The Redmi 15C 5G has a MobileRank rating of 43/100, the Xiaomi 17 — 87/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 15C 5G or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 leads on camera score (81/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi 15C 5G or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 leads on performance (95/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 15C 5G over the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.