Redmi 17C 5G vs Vivo X500
The Redmi 17C 5G (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M; launch prices were $139 and $820. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 43/100 (a 46-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 6000); the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 528,398).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 17C 5G
Vivo X500
What makes Redmi 17C 5G better?
- Cheaper at launch: $139 vs $820
- Overall rating 43/100
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 528398
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 771
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 1980
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 33W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 53/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi 17C 5G vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 46 points higher (89/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 53/100). Value score: Redmi 17C 5G — 64/100, Vivo X500 — 92/100; 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 X500 significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C 5G (96/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C 5G (94/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C 5G (87/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C 5G (84/100 vs 53/100). In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 50/100.
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi 17C 5G | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 528398 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 771 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1980 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.9" IPS LCD | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 171.6×79.5×8.2 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 211 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $139 | $820 |
Camera comparison
Redmi 17C 5G
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Redmi 17C 5G
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi 17C 5G
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi 17C 5G and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Redmi 17C 5G by 86.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $681. Redmi 17C 5G was $681 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C 5G (96/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C 5G (94/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C 5G (87/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C 5G (84/100 vs 53/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 50/100.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 17C 5G or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C 5G by 46 points (89/100 vs 43/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi 17C 5G and the Vivo X500?
The Redmi 17C 5G has a MobileRank rating of 43/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 17C 5G or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi 17C 5G or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 17C 5G over the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.