Redmi 17C vs Tecno Pop 6

Comparing the Redmi 17C (2026) and the Tecno Pop 6 (2022) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi 17C leads — 25/100 vs 10/100 (a 15-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi 17C has the bigger battery (5160 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 5 MP.

The Redmi 17C is noticeably better than the Tecno Pop 6 — the overall rating gap is 15 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 17C
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 0
Battery 40
Design 42
Value for money 100
Tecno Pop 6
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 0
Battery 36
Design 50
Value for money 55
What makes Redmi 17C better?
  • Bigger battery: 5160 vs 5000 mAh
  • Better main camera: 13MP vs 5MP

  • Longer battery life (40/100 vs 36/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Tecno Pop 6 better?

  • Better design/ergonomics (50/100 vs 42/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi 17C vs the Tecno Pop 6, the Redmi 17C scores 15 points higher (25/100 vs 10/100). 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 6 (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 and the Tecno Pop 6 are nearly equal (40/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Tecno Pop 6 is a bit better (50/100 vs 42/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 17C significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 6 (100/100 vs 55/100).

Redmi 17C: The Redmi 17C is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Tecno Pop 6: The Tecno Pop 6 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi 17C Tecno Pop 6
Processor MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra
AnTuTu 358383
Geekbench Single 432
Geekbench Multi 1416
Display 6.9" IPS LCD 6.1" IPS LCD
Resolution 720x1640 720x1560
Refresh rate 120 Hz
Battery 5160 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 18W
Main camera 13 MP 5 MP
Front camera 5 MP 5 MP
RAM 4GB 2GB
Storage 64GB / 128GB 32GB
OS Android 16 Android 11 (Go edition), HiOS
Brightness (peak) 600 nits
NFC no no
Dimensions 157.8×73.8×9.7 mm
Weight 206 g
Price $100
Camera comparison
Redmi 17C
  • Main: 13MP f/2.2
  • Front: 5MP
0
camera
Tecno Pop 6
  • Main: 5MP
  • Front: 5MP
0
camera
Display comparison
Redmi 17C
  • 6.9" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1640
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Tecno Pop 6
  • 6.1" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1560
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Battery and charging
Redmi 17C
  • 5160 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
40
battery
Tecno Pop 6
  • 5000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi 17C
$100
Tecno Pop 6
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

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 6 (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 and the Tecno Pop 6 are nearly equal (40/100 vs 36/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Tecno Pop 6 is a bit better (50/100 vs 42/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 17C significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 6 (100/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 17C or the Tecno Pop 6?

The Redmi 17C is noticeably better than the Tecno Pop 6 — the overall rating gap is 15 points.

What is the rating of the Redmi 17C and the Tecno Pop 6?

The Redmi 17C has a MobileRank rating of 25/100, the Tecno Pop 6 — 10/100.

Should you choose the Redmi 17C over the Tecno Pop 6?

The Redmi 17C is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Tecno Pop 6 is a better fit for everyday use.