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 Dimensity 8350 Ultimate; launch prices were $100 and $300. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads — 65/100 vs 32/100 (a 33-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 (1,673,316 vs 358,608); the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi 17C doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 17C
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
What makes Redmi 17C better?
- Lighter: 206g vs 209g
- Cheaper at launch: $100 vs $300
- Better portability (53/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Tecno Pova 7 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1673316 vs 358608
- 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 (69/100 vs 30/100)
- Better camera (43/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi 17C vs the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra scores 33 points higher (65/100 vs 32/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads (69/100 vs 30/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads (43/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads (72/100 vs 46/100). Value score: Redmi 17C — 52/100, Tecno Pova 7 Ultra — 68/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (69/100 vs 30/100). In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (94/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (43/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi 17C (72/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi 17C is a bit better (53/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi 17C | Tecno Pova 7 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra | Dimensity 8350 Ultimate | |
| AnTuTu | 358608 | 1673316 | |
| 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 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 171.6×79.5×8.2 mm | 160.0×75.2×8.9 mm | |
| Weight | 206 g | 209 g | |
| Launch price | $100 | $300 |
Camera comparison
Redmi 17C
- Main: 13MP f/2.2
- Front: 5MP
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
- Main: 108MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
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
Battery and charging
Redmi 17C
- 5160 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 70W
- Wireless: 30W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi 17C and Tecno Pova 7 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads Redmi 17C by 78.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $200. Redmi 17C was $200 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (69/100 vs 30/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (94/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (43/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi 17C (72/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi 17C is a bit better (53/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 17C or the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra?
The Tecno Pova 7 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C by 33 points (65/100 vs 32/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi 17C and the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra?
The Redmi 17C has a MobileRank rating of 32/100, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra — 65/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 17C or the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra?
The Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads on camera score (43/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi 17C or the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra?
The Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads on performance (69/100 vs 30/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 17C over the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra?
The Tecno Pova 7 Ultra is a better fit for active users.