Redmi 17C 5G vs Vivo iQOO Z11x
The Redmi 17C 5G (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300, while the Vivo iQOO Z11x (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7400 Turbo; launch prices were $139 and $170. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Z11x leads — 53/100 vs 43/100 (a 10-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z11x is faster in AnTuTu (983,562 vs 528,398); the Redmi 17C 5G has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z11x doesn't; the Vivo iQOO Z11x is noticeably lighter (190g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 17C 5G
Vivo iQOO Z11x
What makes Redmi 17C 5G better?
- Cheaper at launch: $139 vs $170
- Overall rating 43/100
What makes Vivo iQOO Z11x better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 983562 vs 528398
- Better Geekbench Single: 1061 vs 771
- Better Geekbench Multi: 3185 vs 1980
- Faster charging: 44W vs 33W
- Lighter: 190g vs 211g
- Higher performance (58/100 vs 43/100)
- Longer battery life (56/100 vs 53/100)
- Better display (79/100 vs 55/100)
- Better portability (60/100 vs 50/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi 17C 5G vs the Vivo iQOO Z11x, the Vivo iQOO Z11x scores 10 points higher (53/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11x leads (58/100 vs 43/100). Value score: Redmi 17C 5G — 64/100, Vivo iQOO Z11x — 74/100; 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, the Vivo iQOO Z11x notably outperforms the Redmi 17C 5G (58/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11x notably outperforms the Redmi 17C 5G (79/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 30/100. In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11x and the Redmi 17C 5G are nearly equal (56/100 vs 53/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11x is a bit better (60/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi 17C 5G | Vivo iQOO Z11x | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | MediaTek Dimensity 7400 Turbo | |
| AnTuTu | 528398 | 983562 | |
| Geekbench Single | 771 | 1061 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1980 | 3185 | |
| Display | 6.9" IPS LCD | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 2400x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 44W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 171.6×79.5×8.2 mm | 166.6×78.4×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 211 g | 190 g | |
| Launch price | $139 | $170 |
Camera comparison
Redmi 17C 5G
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Vivo iQOO Z11x
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Redmi 17C 5G
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z11x
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi 17C 5G
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z11x
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi 17C 5G and Vivo iQOO Z11x, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO Z11x leads Redmi 17C 5G by 46.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $31. Redmi 17C 5G was $31 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11x notably outperforms the Redmi 17C 5G (58/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11x notably outperforms the Redmi 17C 5G (79/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 30/100.
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11x and the Redmi 17C 5G are nearly equal (56/100 vs 53/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11x is a bit better (60/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 17C 5G or the Vivo iQOO Z11x?
The Vivo iQOO Z11x is noticeably better than the Redmi 17C 5G — the overall rating gap is 10 points.
What is the rating of the Redmi 17C 5G and the Vivo iQOO Z11x?
The Redmi 17C 5G has a MobileRank rating of 43/100, the Vivo iQOO Z11x — 53/100.
Which is more powerful: the Redmi 17C 5G or the Vivo iQOO Z11x?
The Vivo iQOO Z11x leads on performance (58/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 17C 5G over the Vivo iQOO Z11x?
Neither model stands out enough to recommend it for a specific use case: the clearest difference is display — better on the Vivo iQOO Z11x (79/100 vs 55/100).