Redmi 17C vs Tecno Pop 5X
The Redmi 17C (2026) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra, while the Tecno Pop 5X (2022) runs on the Unisoc. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi 17C leads — 25/100 vs 9/100 (a 16-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi 17C has the bigger battery (5160 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 8 MP; the Tecno Pop 5X is noticeably lighter (150g vs 206g).
Redmi 17C
Tecno Pop 5X
- Bigger battery: 5160 vs 4000 mAh
- Better main camera: 13MP vs 8MP
- Longer battery life (40/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
- Lighter: 150g vs 206g
- Better design/ergonomics (100/100 vs 42/100)
Comparing the Redmi 17C vs the Tecno Pop 5X, the Redmi 17C scores 16 points higher (25/100 vs 9/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi 17C leads (40/100 vs 12/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 17C leads (100/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Redmi 17C significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "battery" category, the Redmi 17C notably outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (40/100 vs 12/100). In the "design" category, the Tecno Pop 5X significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (100/100 vs 42/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 17C significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (100/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Redmi 17C | Tecno Pop 5X | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra | Unisoc | |
| AnTuTu | 358383 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 432 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1416 | — | |
| Display | 6.9" IPS LCD | 6.5" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 720x1640 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 5160 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | — | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 2GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 32GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 10 (Go edition), HiOS | |
| Brightness (peak) | 600 nits | — | |
| NFC | no | no | |
| Dimensions | — | 166.0×75.9×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 206 g | 150 g | |
| Price | $100 | — |
Redmi 17C
- Main: 13MP f/2.2
- Front: 5MP
Tecno Pop 5X
- Main: 8MP
- Front: 5MP
Redmi 17C
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1640
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Pop 5X
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Redmi 17C
- 5160 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Pop 5X
- 4000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Tecno Pop 5X
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi 17C significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi 17C notably outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (40/100 vs 12/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Tecno Pop 5X significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (100/100 vs 42/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 17C significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (100/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Redmi 17C or the Tecno Pop 5X?
The Redmi 17C is noticeably better than the Tecno Pop 5X — the overall rating gap is 16 points.
What is the rating of the Redmi 17C and the Tecno Pop 5X?
The Redmi 17C has a MobileRank rating of 25/100, the Tecno Pop 5X — 9/100.
Should you choose the Redmi 17C over the Tecno Pop 5X?
The Redmi 17C is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Tecno Pop 5X is a better fit for everyday use.