Redmi 17C vs Redmi K80 Ultra

The Redmi 17C (2026) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra, while the Redmi K80 Ultra (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9400+; estimated prices are $100 and $350. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K80 Ultra leads — 60/100 vs 25/100 (a 35-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K80 Ultra has the bigger battery (7410 mAh vs 5160); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K80 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (2,876,004 vs 358,383); the Redmi K80 Ultra has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi 17C doesn't.

The Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C by 35 points (60/100 vs 25/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 17C
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 0
Battery 40
Design 42
Value for money 100
Redmi K80 Ultra
Performance 61
Display 100
Camera 32
Battery 72
Design 26
Value for money 86
What makes Redmi 17C better?
  • Lighter: 206g vs 219g
  • Cheaper: $100 vs $350

  • Better design/ergonomics (42/100 vs 26/100)
  • Better value for money (100/100 vs 86/100)
What makes Redmi K80 Ultra better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 2876004 vs 358383
  • Better Geekbench Single: 2729 vs 432
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 8430 vs 1416
  • Bigger battery: 7410 vs 5160 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz

  • Higher performance (61/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (32/100 vs 0/100)
  • Longer battery life (72/100 vs 40/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi 17C vs the Redmi K80 Ultra, the Redmi K80 Ultra scores 35 points higher (60/100 vs 25/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra leads (61/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra leads (32/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra leads (72/100 vs 40/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 17C leads (100/100 vs 86/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (61/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (32/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (72/100 vs 40/100). In the "design" category, the Redmi 17C notably outperforms the Redmi K80 Ultra (42/100 vs 26/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 17C is a bit better (100/100 vs 86/100).

Redmi 17C: The Redmi 17C is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Redmi K80 Ultra: The Redmi K80 Ultra is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi 17C Redmi K80 Ultra
Processor MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra MediaTek Dimensity 9400+
AnTuTu 358383 2876004
Geekbench Single 432 2729
Geekbench Multi 1416 8430
Display 6.9" IPS LCD 6.8" OLED
Resolution 720x1640 1280x2772
Refresh rate 120 Hz 144 Hz
Battery 5160 mAh 7410 mAh
Charging 18W 100W
Main camera 13 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 8 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
Weight 206 g 219 g
Price $100 $350
Camera comparison
Redmi 17C
  • Main: 13MP f/2.2
  • Front: 5MP
0
camera
Redmi K80 Ultra
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
32
camera
Display comparison
Redmi 17C
  • 6.9" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1640
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Redmi K80 Ultra
  • 6.8" OLED
  • Resolution: 1280x2772
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Redmi 17C
  • 5160 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
40
battery
Redmi K80 Ultra
  • 7410 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
72
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Redmi 17C and Redmi K80 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi 17C MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra
25/100
358383 AnTuTu
Redmi K80 Ultra MediaTek Dimensity 9400+
60/100 +87.5%
2876004 AnTuTu

Redmi K80 Ultra leads Redmi 17C by 87.5% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi 17C
$100
Redmi K80 Ultra
$350

Price difference: $250. Redmi 17C is cheaper by $250.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (61/100 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 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (32/100 vs 0/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (72/100 vs 40/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Redmi 17C notably outperforms the Redmi K80 Ultra (42/100 vs 26/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 17C is a bit better (100/100 vs 86/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 17C or the Redmi K80 Ultra?

The Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C by 35 points (60/100 vs 25/100).

What is the rating of the Redmi 17C and the Redmi K80 Ultra?

The Redmi 17C has a MobileRank rating of 25/100, the Redmi K80 Ultra — 60/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi 17C or the Redmi K80 Ultra?

The Redmi K80 Ultra leads on camera score (32/100 vs 0/100).

Which is more powerful: the Redmi 17C or the Redmi K80 Ultra?

The Redmi K80 Ultra leads on performance (61/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Redmi 17C over the Redmi K80 Ultra?

The Redmi 17C is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Redmi K80 Ultra is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers.