Redmi 17C vs Tecno Phantom V Fold
The Redmi 17C (2026) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra, while the Tecno Phantom V Fold (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9000+. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Phantom V Fold leads — 64/100 vs 32/100 (a 32-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi 17C has the bigger battery (5160 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Tecno Phantom V Fold is faster in AnTuTu (1,540,240 vs 358,608); the Tecno Phantom V Fold has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi 17C doesn't; the Redmi 17C is noticeably lighter (206g vs 299g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 17C
Tecno Phantom V Fold
What makes Redmi 17C better?
- Bigger battery: 5160 vs 5000 mAh
- Lighter: 206g vs 299g
- Better portability (53/100 vs 47/100)
What makes Tecno Phantom V Fold better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1540240 vs 358608
- Better Geekbench Single: 1967 vs 432
- Better Geekbench Multi: 5401 vs 1416
- Faster charging: 45W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher performance (74/100 vs 30/100)
- Better camera (58/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (48/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (79/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi 17C vs the Tecno Phantom V Fold, the Tecno Phantom V Fold scores 32 points higher (64/100 vs 32/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold leads (74/100 vs 30/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold leads (58/100 vs 10/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (74/100 vs 30/100). In the "display" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold notably outperforms the Redmi 17C (79/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (58/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold and the Redmi 17C are nearly equal (48/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi 17C is a bit better (53/100 vs 47/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi 17C | Tecno Phantom V Fold | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra | MediaTek Dimensity 9000+ | |
| AnTuTu | 358608 | 1540240 | |
| Geekbench Single | 432 | 1967 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1416 | 5401 | |
| Display | 6.9" IPS LCD | 7.8" Foldable LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1640 | 2000x2296 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5160 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 45W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 13 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 13, HiOS 13 Fold | |
| Brightness (peak) | 600 nits | 1100 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | — | |
| Dimensions | 171.6×79.5×8.2 mm | — | |
| Weight | 206 g | 299 g | |
| Launch price | $100 | — |
Camera comparison
Redmi 17C
- Main: 13MP f/2.2
- Front: 5MP
Tecno Phantom V Fold
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Redmi 17C
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1640
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Phantom V Fold
- 7.8" Foldable LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2000x2296
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi 17C
- 5160 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Phantom V Fold
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi 17C and Tecno Phantom V Fold, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Tecno Phantom V Fold leads Redmi 17C by 76.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Tecno Phantom V Fold
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (74/100 vs 30/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold notably outperforms the Redmi 17C (79/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (58/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold and the Redmi 17C are nearly equal (48/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi 17C is a bit better (53/100 vs 47/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 17C or the Tecno Phantom V Fold?
The Tecno Phantom V Fold significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C by 32 points (64/100 vs 32/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi 17C and the Tecno Phantom V Fold?
The Redmi 17C has a MobileRank rating of 32/100, the Tecno Phantom V Fold — 64/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 17C or the Tecno Phantom V Fold?
The Tecno Phantom V Fold leads on camera score (58/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi 17C or the Tecno Phantom V Fold?
The Tecno Phantom V Fold leads on performance (74/100 vs 30/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 17C over the Tecno Phantom V Fold?
The Tecno Phantom V Fold is a better fit for active users.