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 — 44/100 vs 25/100 (a 19-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 (1,453,683 vs 358,383); the Tecno Phantom V Fold has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi 17C doesn't; the Redmi 17C is noticeably lighter (206g vs 299g).
Redmi 17C
Tecno Phantom V Fold
- Bigger battery: 5160 vs 5000 mAh
- Lighter: 206g vs 299g
- Better design/ergonomics (42/100 vs 0/100)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 1453683 vs 358383
- 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 (25/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (53/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (42/100 vs 40/100)
Comparing the Redmi 17C vs the Tecno Phantom V Fold, the Tecno Phantom V Fold scores 19 points higher (44/100 vs 25/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold leads (25/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold leads (53/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 17C leads (100/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold notably outperforms the Redmi 17C (25/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (53/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold and the Redmi 17C are nearly equal (42/100 vs 40/100). In the "design" category, the Redmi 17C significantly outperforms the Tecno Phantom V Fold (42/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 17C significantly outperforms the Tecno Phantom V Fold (100/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Redmi 17C | Tecno Phantom V Fold | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra | MediaTek Dimensity 9000+ | |
| AnTuTu | 358383 | 1453683 | |
| 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 | |
| Weight | 206 g | 299 g | |
| Price | $100 | — |
Redmi 17C
- Main: 13MP f/2.2
- Front: 5MP
Tecno Phantom V Fold
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
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
Redmi 17C
- 5160 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Phantom V Fold
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
We compared Redmi 17C and Tecno Phantom V Fold, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Tecno Phantom V Fold leads Redmi 17C by 75.3% in our overall performance rating.
Tecno Phantom V Fold
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold notably outperforms the Redmi 17C (25/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (53/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold and the Redmi 17C are nearly equal (42/100 vs 40/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Redmi 17C significantly outperforms the Tecno Phantom V Fold (42/100 vs 0/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 17C significantly outperforms the Tecno Phantom V Fold (100/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Redmi 17C or the Tecno Phantom V Fold?
The Tecno Phantom V Fold is noticeably better than the Redmi 17C — the overall rating gap is 19 points.
What is the rating of the Redmi 17C and the Tecno Phantom V Fold?
The Redmi 17C has a MobileRank rating of 25/100, the Tecno Phantom V Fold — 44/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 17C or the Tecno Phantom V Fold?
The Tecno Phantom V Fold leads on camera score (53/100 vs 0/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi 17C or the Tecno Phantom V Fold?
The Tecno Phantom V Fold leads on performance (25/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 17C over the Tecno Phantom V Fold?
The Redmi 17C is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Tecno Phantom V Fold is a better fit for everyday use.