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 — 44/100 vs 25/100 (a 19-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 13 MP vs 64 MP; the Tecno Phantom X2 is faster in AnTuTu (1,484,077 vs 358,383); the Tecno Phantom X2 has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi 17C doesn't.
Redmi 17C
Tecno Phantom X2
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 1484077 vs 358383
- 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 (21/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (48/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (46/100 vs 40/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (46/100 vs 42/100)
Comparing the Redmi 17C vs the Tecno Phantom X2, the Tecno Phantom X2 scores 19 points higher (44/100 vs 25/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 leads (21/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 leads (48/100 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 X2 notably outperforms the Redmi 17C (21/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (48/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 is a bit better (46/100 vs 40/100). In the "design" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 and the Redmi 17C are nearly equal (46/100 vs 42/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 17C significantly outperforms the Tecno Phantom X2 (100/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Redmi 17C | Tecno Phantom X2 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra | MediaTek Dimensity 9000 | |
| AnTuTu | 358383 | 1484077 | |
| 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 | |
| Dimensions | — | 164.6×72.7×8.9 mm | |
| Weight | 206 g | 203 g | |
| Price | $100 | — |
Redmi 17C
- Main: 13MP f/2.2
- Front: 5MP
Tecno Phantom X2
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 32MP
Redmi 17C
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1640
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Phantom X2
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi 17C
- 5160 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Phantom X2
- 5160 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
We compared Redmi 17C and Tecno Phantom X2, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Tecno Phantom X2 leads Redmi 17C by 75.9% in our overall performance rating.
Tecno Phantom X2
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 notably outperforms the Redmi 17C (21/100 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 X2 significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (48/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 is a bit better (46/100 vs 40/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 and the Redmi 17C are nearly equal (46/100 vs 42/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 17C significantly outperforms the Tecno Phantom X2 (100/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Redmi 17C or the Tecno Phantom X2?
The Tecno Phantom X2 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 X2?
The Redmi 17C has a MobileRank rating of 25/100, the Tecno Phantom X2 — 44/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 17C or the Tecno Phantom X2?
The Tecno Phantom X2 leads on camera score (48/100 vs 0/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi 17C or the Tecno Phantom X2?
The Tecno Phantom X2 leads on performance (21/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 17C over the Tecno Phantom X2?
The Redmi 17C is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Tecno Phantom X2 is a better fit for everyday use.