Redmi 17C vs Redmi A3 Pro
The Redmi 17C (2026) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra, while the Redmi A3 Pro (2024) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi A3 Pro leads — 36/100 vs 33/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi A3 Pro has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi 17C doesn't.
Redmi 17C
Redmi A3 Pro
- Faster charging: 18W vs 10W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Longer battery life (54/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (55/100 vs 43/100)
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Better camera (31/100 vs 10/100)
- Better portability (54/100 vs 53/100)
Comparing the Redmi 17C vs the Redmi A3 Pro, the Redmi A3 Pro scores 3 points higher (36/100 vs 33/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi A3 Pro leads (31/100 vs 10/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 30/100. In the "display" category, the Redmi 17C is a bit better (55/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi A3 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi 17C (31/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi 17C is a bit better (54/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi A3 Pro and the Redmi 17C are nearly equal (54/100 vs 53/100).
| Specification | Redmi 17C | Redmi A3 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra | MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra | |
| AnTuTu | 358383 | 358383 | |
| Geekbench Single | 432 | 432 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1416 | 1416 | |
| Display | 6.9" IPS LCD | 6.9" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 720x1640 | 720x1640 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 5160 mAh | 5160 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 10W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | — | |
| RAM | 4GB | 4GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 14, HyperOS | |
| Brightness (peak) | 600 nits | — | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Dimensions | — | 171.9×77.8×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 206 g | — | |
| Price | $100 | — |
Redmi 17C
- Main: 13MP f/2.2
- Front: 5MP
Redmi A3 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: —
Redmi 17C
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1640
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi A3 Pro
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1640
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Redmi 17C
- 5160 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless charging: no data
Redmi A3 Pro
- 5160 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
We compared Redmi 17C and Redmi A3 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Equal performance based on benchmark results.
Redmi A3 Pro
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 30/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi 17C is a bit better (55/100 vs 43/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi A3 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi 17C (31/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi 17C is a bit better (54/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi A3 Pro and the Redmi 17C are nearly equal (54/100 vs 53/100).
Which is better: the Redmi 17C or the Redmi A3 Pro?
The Redmi A3 Pro edges out the Redmi 17C by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Redmi 17C and the Redmi A3 Pro?
The Redmi 17C has a MobileRank rating of 33/100, the Redmi A3 Pro — 36/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 17C or the Redmi A3 Pro?
The Redmi A3 Pro leads on camera score (31/100 vs 10/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 17C over the Redmi A3 Pro?
The Redmi 17C is a better fit for everyday use. The Redmi A3 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.