Redmi 17 vs Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)
The Redmi 17 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 5, while the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G+ 5G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi 17 leads — 32/100 vs 31/100 (a 1-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi 17 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) is noticeably lighter (194g vs 215g).
Redmi 17
Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4500 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Longer battery life (53/100 vs 39/100)
- Better value for money (96/100 vs 55/100)
- Faster charging: 80W vs 33W
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 194g vs 215g
- Better camera (34/100 vs 24/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (57/100 vs 31/100)
Comparing the Redmi 17 vs the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China), the Redmi 17 scores 1 points higher (32/100 vs 31/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) leads (34/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi 17 leads (53/100 vs 39/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 17 leads (96/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) is a bit better (34/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi 17 is a bit better (53/100 vs 39/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) notably outperforms the Redmi 17 (57/100 vs 31/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 17 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) (96/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Redmi 17 | Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G+ 5G | |
| AnTuTu | 652054 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 943 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2410 | — | |
| Display | 6.9" LCD | 6.6" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2460x1080 | 1080x2388 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 80W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 12, Origin OS Ocean | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 650 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Dimensions | — | 164.0×75.8×8.6 mm | |
| Weight | 215 g | 194 g | |
| Price | $199 | — |
Redmi 17
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Redmi 17
- 6.9" LCD
- Resolution: 2460x1080
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2388
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi 17
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) is a bit better (34/100 vs 24/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi 17 is a bit better (53/100 vs 39/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) notably outperforms the Redmi 17 (57/100 vs 31/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 17 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) (96/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Redmi 17 or the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)?
The Redmi 17 edges out the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Redmi 17 and the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)?
The Redmi 17 has a MobileRank rating of 32/100, the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) — 31/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 17 or the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)?
The Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) leads on camera score (34/100 vs 24/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 17 over the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)?
The Redmi 17 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) is a better fit for everyday use.