Redmi 15C vs Redmi 17C
The Redmi 15C (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra, while the Redmi 17C (2026) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra; launch prices were $120 and $100. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi 15C leads — 38/100 vs 32/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi 15C has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5160); the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the Redmi 15C has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi 17C doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 15C
Redmi 17C
What makes Redmi 15C better?
- 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)
- Longer battery life (53/100 vs 46/100)
- Better portability (56/100 vs 53/100)
What makes Redmi 17C better?
- Cheaper at launch: $100 vs $120
- Overall rating 32/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi 15C vs the Redmi 17C, the Redmi 15C scores 6 points higher (38/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi 15C leads (30/100 vs 10/100). Value score: Redmi 15C — 58/100, Redmi 17C — 52/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. 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 notably outperforms the Redmi 17C (30/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi 15C is a bit better (53/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi 15C and the Redmi 17C are nearly equal (56/100 vs 53/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi 15C | Redmi 17C | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra | MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra | |
| AnTuTu | 358608 | 358608 | |
| Geekbench Single | 432 | 432 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1416 | 1416 | |
| Display | 6.9" IPS LCD | 6.9" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1600x720 | 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 | Xiaomi HyperOS 2 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 810 nits | 600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 171.6×79.5×8.0 mm | 171.6×79.5×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 205 g | 206 g | |
| Launch price | $120 | $100 |
Camera comparison
Redmi 15C
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Redmi 17C
- Main: 13MP f/2.2
- Front: 5MP
Display comparison
Redmi 15C
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1600x720
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi 17C
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1640
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi 15C
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Redmi 17C
- 5160 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi 15C and Redmi 17C, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Equal performance based on benchmark results.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $20. Redmi 17C was $20 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
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 notably outperforms the Redmi 17C (30/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi 15C is a bit better (53/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi 15C and the Redmi 17C are nearly equal (56/100 vs 53/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 15C or the Redmi 17C?
The Redmi 15C edges out the Redmi 17C by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Redmi 15C and the Redmi 17C?
The Redmi 15C has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Redmi 17C — 32/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 15C or the Redmi 17C?
The Redmi 15C leads on camera score (30/100 vs 10/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 15C over the Redmi 17C?
Neither model stands out enough to recommend it for a specific use case: the clearest difference is camera — better on the Redmi 15C (30/100 vs 10/100).