Redmi 17C vs Tecno Phantom V Fold2

The Redmi 17C (2026) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra, while the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9000+. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 leads — 73/100 vs 33/100 (a 40-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 has the bigger battery (5750 mAh vs 5160); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 is faster in AnTuTu (1,453,683 vs 358,383); the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi 17C doesn't; the Redmi 17C is noticeably lighter (206g vs 249g).

The Tecno Phantom V Fold2 significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C by 40 points (73/100 vs 33/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 17C
Performance 30
Display 55
Camera 10
Battery 54
Portability 53
Value for money 50
Tecno Phantom V Fold2
Performance 73
Display 79
Camera 78
Battery 68
Portability 52
Value for money
What makes Redmi 17C better?
  • Lighter: 206g vs 249g

  • Better portability (53/100 vs 52/100)
What makes Tecno Phantom V Fold2 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 1453683 vs 358383
  • Better Geekbench Single: 1967 vs 432
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 5401 vs 1416
  • Bigger battery: 5750 vs 5160 mAh
  • Faster charging: 70W vs 18W
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP

  • Higher performance (73/100 vs 30/100)
  • Better camera (78/100 vs 10/100)
  • Longer battery life (68/100 vs 54/100)
  • Better display (79/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi 17C vs the Tecno Phantom V Fold2, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 scores 40 points higher (73/100 vs 33/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 leads (73/100 vs 30/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 leads (78/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 leads (68/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (73/100 vs 30/100). In the "display" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 notably outperforms the Redmi 17C (79/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (78/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 is a bit better (68/100 vs 54/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi 17C and the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 are nearly equal (53/100 vs 52/100).

Redmi 17C: The Redmi 17C is a better fit for everyday use.
Tecno Phantom V Fold2: The Tecno Phantom V Fold2 is a better fit for active users.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi 17C Tecno Phantom V Fold2
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 5750 mAh
Charging 18W 70W
Wireless charging 15W
Main camera 13 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 50 MP
Front camera 5 MP 32 MP
RAM 4GB 12GB
Storage 64GB / 128GB 512GB
OS Android 16 Android 14, up to 2 major Android upgrades, HiOS 14 Fold
Brightness (peak) 600 nits 1600 nits
NFC no yes
Protection IP54
Dimensions 159.0×140.4×6.1 mm
Weight 206 g 249 g
Price $100
Camera comparison
Redmi 17C
  • Main: 13MP f/2.2
  • Front: 5MP
10
camera
Tecno Phantom V Fold2
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 32MP
78
camera
Display comparison
Redmi 17C
  • 6.9" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1640
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
55
display
Tecno Phantom V Fold2
  • 7.8" Foldable LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2000x2296
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
79
display
Battery and charging
Redmi 17C
  • 5160 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • Wireless charging: no data
54
battery
Tecno Phantom V Fold2
  • 5750 mAh
  • Wired: 70W
  • Wireless: 15W
68
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Redmi 17C and Tecno Phantom V Fold2, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi 17C MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra
33/100
358383 AnTuTu
Tecno Phantom V Fold2 MediaTek Dimensity 9000+
73/100 +75.3%
1453683 AnTuTu

Tecno Phantom V Fold2 leads Redmi 17C by 75.3% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi 17C
$100
Tecno Phantom V Fold2
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (73/100 vs 30/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 notably outperforms the Redmi 17C (79/100 vs 55/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (78/100 vs 10/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 is a bit better (68/100 vs 54/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Redmi 17C and the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 are nearly equal (53/100 vs 52/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 17C or the Tecno Phantom V Fold2?

The Tecno Phantom V Fold2 significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C by 40 points (73/100 vs 33/100).

What is the rating of the Redmi 17C and the Tecno Phantom V Fold2?

The Redmi 17C has a MobileRank rating of 33/100, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 — 73/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi 17C or the Tecno Phantom V Fold2?

The Tecno Phantom V Fold2 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 10/100).

Which is more powerful: the Redmi 17C or the Tecno Phantom V Fold2?

The Tecno Phantom V Fold2 leads on performance (73/100 vs 30/100).

Should you choose the Redmi 17C over the Tecno Phantom V Fold2?

The Redmi 17C is a better fit for everyday use. The Tecno Phantom V Fold2 is a better fit for active users.