Redmi 17C vs Redmi K80 Pro
The Redmi 17C (2026) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra, while the Redmi K80 Pro (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; estimated prices are $100 and $511. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K80 Pro leads — 71/100 vs 25/100 (a 46-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K80 Pro has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5160); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K80 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,014,660 vs 358,383); the Redmi K80 Pro has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi 17C doesn't.
Redmi 17C
Redmi K80 Pro
- Lighter: 206g vs 215g
- Cheaper: $100 vs $511
- Better design/ergonomics (42/100 vs 31/100)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 75/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3014660 vs 358383
- Better Geekbench Single: 3050 vs 432
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9300 vs 1416
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5160 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher performance (68/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (63/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (79/100 vs 40/100)
Comparing the Redmi 17C vs the Redmi K80 Pro, the Redmi K80 Pro scores 46 points higher (71/100 vs 25/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Pro leads (68/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K80 Pro leads (63/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Pro leads (79/100 vs 40/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 17C leads (100/100 vs 75/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (68/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Redmi K80 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (63/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (79/100 vs 40/100). In the "design" category, the Redmi 17C is a bit better (42/100 vs 31/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 17C notably outperforms the Redmi K80 Pro (100/100 vs 75/100).
| Specification | Redmi 17C | Redmi K80 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 358383 | 3014660 | |
| Geekbench Single | 432 | 3050 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1416 | 9300 | |
| Display | 6.9" IPS LCD | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1640 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5160 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 120W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 32 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 600 nits | 3200 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 160.3×75.0×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 206 g | 215 g | |
| Price | $100 | $511 |
Redmi 17C
- Main: 13MP f/2.2
- Front: 5MP
Redmi K80 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 32MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Redmi 17C
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1640
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K80 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi 17C
- 5160 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K80 Pro
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless: 50W
We compared Redmi 17C and Redmi K80 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K80 Pro leads Redmi 17C by 88.1% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $411. Redmi 17C is cheaper by $411.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (68/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K80 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (63/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (79/100 vs 40/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Redmi 17C is a bit better (42/100 vs 31/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 17C notably outperforms the Redmi K80 Pro (100/100 vs 75/100).
Which is better: the Redmi 17C or the Redmi K80 Pro?
The Redmi K80 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C by 46 points (71/100 vs 25/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi 17C and the Redmi K80 Pro?
The Redmi 17C has a MobileRank rating of 25/100, the Redmi K80 Pro — 71/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 17C or the Redmi K80 Pro?
The Redmi K80 Pro leads on camera score (63/100 vs 0/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi 17C or the Redmi K80 Pro?
The Redmi K80 Pro leads on performance (68/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 17C over the Redmi K80 Pro?
The Redmi 17C is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Redmi K80 Pro is a better fit for active users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.