Redmi 17C vs Tecno Spark 20C
The Redmi 17C (2026) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra, while the Tecno Spark 20C (2023) runs on the MediaTek. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi 17C leads — 25/100 vs 16/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi 17C has the bigger battery (5160 mAh vs 5000).
Redmi 17C
Tecno Spark 20C
- Bigger battery: 5160 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Longer battery life (40/100 vs 36/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (50/100 vs 42/100)
Comparing the Redmi 17C vs the Tecno Spark 20C, the Redmi 17C scores 9 points higher (25/100 vs 16/100). 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 Spark 20C (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "battery" category, the Redmi 17C and the Tecno Spark 20C are nearly equal (40/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Tecno Spark 20C is a bit better (50/100 vs 42/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 17C significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 20C (100/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Redmi 17C | Tecno Spark 20C | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra | MediaTek | |
| AnTuTu | 358383 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 432 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1416 | — | |
| Display | 6.9" IPS LCD | 6.6" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 720x1640 | 720x1612 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 5160 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 18W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | — | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 4GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 600 nits | — | |
| NFC | no | no | |
| Dimensions | — | 163.7×75.6×8.6 mm | |
| Weight | 206 g | — | |
| Price | $100 | — |
Redmi 17C
- Main: 13MP f/2.2
- Front: 5MP
Tecno Spark 20C
- Main: —
- Front: 8MP
Redmi 17C
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1640
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Spark 20C
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1612
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Redmi 17C
- 5160 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Spark 20C
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Spark 20C
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 Spark 20C (100/100 vs 50/100).
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 Spark 20C are nearly equal (40/100 vs 36/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Tecno Spark 20C 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 Spark 20C (100/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Redmi 17C or the Tecno Spark 20C?
The Redmi 17C edges out the Tecno Spark 20C by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Redmi 17C and the Tecno Spark 20C?
The Redmi 17C has a MobileRank rating of 25/100, the Tecno Spark 20C — 16/100.
Should you choose the Redmi 17C over the Tecno Spark 20C?
The Redmi 17C is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Tecno Spark 20C is a better fit for everyday use.