Redmi 17C vs Tecno Phantom X2
The Redmi 17C (2026) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra, while the Tecno Phantom X2 (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9000. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Phantom X2 leads — 62/100 vs 32/100 (a 30-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 13 MP vs 64 MP; the Tecno Phantom X2 is faster in AnTuTu (1,504,467 vs 358,608); the Tecno Phantom X2 has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi 17C doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 17C
Tecno Phantom X2
What makes Redmi 17C better?
- Better portability (53/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Tecno Phantom X2 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1504467 vs 358608
- Better Geekbench Single: 1693 vs 432
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4384 vs 1416
- Faster charging: 45W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 13MP
- Lighter: 203g vs 206g
- Higher performance (71/100 vs 30/100)
- Better camera (50/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (51/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (79/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi 17C vs the Tecno Phantom X2, the Tecno Phantom X2 scores 30 points higher (62/100 vs 32/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 leads (71/100 vs 30/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 leads (50/100 vs 10/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (71/100 vs 30/100). In the "display" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 notably outperforms the Redmi 17C (79/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (50/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 is a bit better (51/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi 17C is a bit better (53/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi 17C | Tecno Phantom X2 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra | MediaTek Dimensity 9000 | |
| AnTuTu | 358608 | 1504467 | |
| Geekbench Single | 432 | 1693 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1416 | 4384 | |
| Display | 6.9" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1640 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5160 mAh | 5160 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 45W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 13 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 12, HIOS 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 600 nits | — | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | — | |
| Dimensions | 171.6×79.5×8.2 mm | 164.6×72.7×8.9 mm | |
| Weight | 206 g | 203 g | |
| Launch price | $100 | — |
Camera comparison
Redmi 17C
- Main: 13MP f/2.2
- Front: 5MP
Tecno Phantom X2
- Main: 64MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Redmi 17C
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1640
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Phantom X2
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi 17C
- 5160 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Phantom X2
- 5160 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi 17C and Tecno Phantom X2, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Tecno Phantom X2 leads Redmi 17C by 76.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Tecno Phantom X2
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (71/100 vs 30/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 notably outperforms the Redmi 17C (79/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (50/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 is a bit better (51/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi 17C is a bit better (53/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 17C or the Tecno Phantom X2?
The Tecno Phantom X2 significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C by 30 points (62/100 vs 32/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi 17C and the Tecno Phantom X2?
The Redmi 17C has a MobileRank rating of 32/100, the Tecno Phantom X2 — 62/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 17C or the Tecno Phantom X2?
The Tecno Phantom X2 leads on camera score (50/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi 17C or the Tecno Phantom X2?
The Tecno Phantom X2 leads on performance (71/100 vs 30/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 17C over the Tecno Phantom X2?
The Tecno Phantom X2 is a better fit for active users.