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; launch prices were $100 and $511. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K80 Pro leads — 81/100 vs 32/100 (a 49-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 (3,068,164 vs 358,608); the Redmi K80 Pro has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi 17C doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 17C
Redmi K80 Pro
What makes Redmi 17C better?
- Lighter: 206g vs 215g
- Cheaper at launch: $100 vs $511
- Better portability (53/100 vs 45/100)
What makes Redmi K80 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3068164 vs 358608
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 432
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 1416
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5160 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 30/100)
- Better camera (67/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi 17C vs the Redmi K80 Pro, the Redmi K80 Pro scores 49 points higher (81/100 vs 32/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Pro leads (91/100 vs 30/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K80 Pro leads (67/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Pro leads (87/100 vs 46/100). Value score: Redmi 17C — 52/100, Redmi K80 Pro — 82/100; 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 Redmi K80 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (91/100 vs 30/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K80 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (90/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K80 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (67/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (87/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi 17C is a bit better (53/100 vs 45/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi 17C | Redmi K80 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 358608 | 3068164 | |
| Geekbench Single | 432 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1416 | 9287 | |
| 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 | IP64 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 171.6×79.5×8.2 mm | 160.3×75.0×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 206 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | $100 | $511 |
Camera comparison
Redmi 17C
- Main: 13MP f/2.2
- Front: 5MP
Redmi K80 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 32MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Redmi 17C
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1640
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K80 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi 17C
- 5160 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K80 Pro
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi 17C and Redmi K80 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K80 Pro leads Redmi 17C by 88.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $411. Redmi 17C was $411 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (91/100 vs 30/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K80 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (90/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K80 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (67/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (87/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi 17C is a bit better (53/100 vs 45/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 17C or the Redmi K80 Pro?
The Redmi K80 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C by 49 points (81/100 vs 32/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi 17C and the Redmi K80 Pro?
The Redmi 17C has a MobileRank rating of 32/100, the Redmi K80 Pro — 81/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 17C or the Redmi K80 Pro?
The Redmi K80 Pro leads on camera score (67/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi 17C or the Redmi K80 Pro?
The Redmi K80 Pro leads on performance (91/100 vs 30/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 17C over the Redmi K80 Pro?
The Redmi K80 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.