Redmi 17C vs Tecno Spark Go 2
The Redmi 17C (2026) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra, while the Tecno Spark Go 2 (2025) runs on the Unisoc T606; estimated prices are $100 and $80. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi 17C leads — 25/100 vs 13/100 (a 12-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi 17C has the bigger battery (5160 mAh vs 5000); the Redmi 17C is faster in AnTuTu (358,383 vs 330,006); the Tecno Spark Go 2 is noticeably lighter (189g vs 206g).
Redmi 17C
Tecno Spark Go 2
- Higher AnTuTu: 358383 vs 330006
- Better Geekbench Single: 432 vs 378
- Better Geekbench Multi: 1416 vs 1335
- Bigger battery: 5160 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Longer battery life (40/100 vs 36/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Lighter: 189g vs 206g
- Cheaper: $80 vs $100
- Better design/ergonomics (63/100 vs 42/100)
Comparing the Redmi 17C vs the Tecno Spark Go 2, the Redmi 17C scores 12 points higher (25/100 vs 13/100). 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 Go 2 (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 Spark Go 2 are nearly equal (40/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Tecno Spark Go 2 notably outperforms the Redmi 17C (63/100 vs 42/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
| Specification | Redmi 17C | Tecno Spark Go 2 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra | Unisoc T606 | |
| AnTuTu | 358383 | 330006 | |
| Geekbench Single | 432 | 378 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1416 | 1335 | |
| Display | 6.9" IPS LCD | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 720x1640 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 5160 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | — | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 13 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 3GB / 4GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 64GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 600 nits | — | |
| NFC | no | no | |
| Protection | — | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | — | 165.6×77.0×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 206 g | 189 g | |
| Price | $100 | $80 |
Redmi 17C
- Main: 13MP f/2.2
- Front: 5MP
Tecno Spark Go 2
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Redmi 17C
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1640
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Spark Go 2
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Redmi 17C
- 5160 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Spark Go 2
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
We compared Redmi 17C and Tecno Spark Go 2, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi 17C leads Tecno Spark Go 2 by 8.6% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $20. Tecno Spark Go 2 is cheaper by $20.
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 Spark Go 2 (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 Spark Go 2 are nearly equal (40/100 vs 36/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Tecno Spark Go 2 notably outperforms the Redmi 17C (63/100 vs 42/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
Which is better: the Redmi 17C or the Tecno Spark Go 2?
The Redmi 17C is noticeably better than the Tecno Spark Go 2 — the overall rating gap is 12 points.
What is the rating of the Redmi 17C and the Tecno Spark Go 2?
The Redmi 17C has a MobileRank rating of 25/100, the Tecno Spark Go 2 — 13/100.
Should you choose the Redmi 17C over the Tecno Spark Go 2?
The Redmi 17C is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Tecno Spark Go 2 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.