Redmi 17C vs Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
The Redmi 17C (2026) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra, while the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8350 Ultimate. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads — 44/100 vs 25/100 (a 19-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5160); the main camera is 13 MP vs 108 MP; the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (1,700,848 vs 358,383); the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi 17C doesn't.
Redmi 17C
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 1700848 vs 358383
- Better Geekbench Single: 1398 vs 432
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4313 vs 1416
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5160 mAh
- Faster charging: 70W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (21/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (40/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (63/100 vs 40/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (50/100 vs 42/100)
Comparing the Redmi 17C vs the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra scores 19 points higher (44/100 vs 25/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads (21/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads (40/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads (63/100 vs 40/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 17C leads (100/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra 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 Pova 7 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (40/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi 17C (63/100 vs 40/100). In the "design" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra is a bit better (50/100 vs 42/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 17C significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra (100/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Redmi 17C | Tecno Pova 7 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra | MediaTek Dimensity 8350 Ultimate | |
| AnTuTu | 358383 | 1700848 | |
| Geekbench Single | 432 | 1398 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1416 | 4313 | |
| Display | 6.9" IPS LCD | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1640 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5160 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 70W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 30W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15, HIOS 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 600 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | — | 160.0×75.2×8.9 mm | |
| Weight | 206 g | — | |
| Price | $100 | — |
Redmi 17C
- Main: 13MP f/2.2
- Front: 5MP
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
- Main: 108MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Redmi 17C
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1640
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Redmi 17C
- 5160 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 70W
- Wireless: 30W
We compared Redmi 17C and Tecno Pova 7 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads Redmi 17C by 78.9% in our overall performance rating.
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra 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 Pova 7 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (40/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi 17C (63/100 vs 40/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra 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 Pova 7 Ultra (100/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Redmi 17C or the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra?
The Tecno Pova 7 Ultra 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 Pova 7 Ultra?
The Redmi 17C has a MobileRank rating of 25/100, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra — 44/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 17C or the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra?
The Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads on camera score (40/100 vs 0/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi 17C or the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra?
The Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads on performance (21/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 17C over the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra?
The Redmi 17C is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Tecno Pova 7 Ultra is a better fit for everyday use.