Redmi 17C vs Tecno Spark Go 2022

The Redmi 17C (2026) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra, while the Tecno Spark Go 2022 (2022) runs on the Unisoc SC9863A; launch prices were $100 and $90. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi 17C leads — 33/100 vs 24/100 (a 9-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 153,667); the Tecno Spark Go 2022 has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi 17C doesn't; the Tecno Spark Go 2022 is noticeably lighter (184g vs 206g).

The Redmi 17C edges out the Tecno Spark Go 2022 by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 17C
Performance 30
Display 55
Camera 10
Battery 54
Portability 53
Value for money 50
Tecno Spark Go 2022
Performance 9
Display 32
Camera 10
Battery 66
Portability 58
Value for money 32
What makes Redmi 17C better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 358383 vs 153667
  • Better Geekbench Single: 432 vs 205
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 1416 vs 846
  • Bigger battery: 5160 vs 5000 mAh
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz

  • Higher performance (30/100 vs 9/100)
  • Better display (55/100 vs 32/100)
What makes Tecno Spark Go 2022 better?
  • Lighter: 184g vs 206g
  • Cheaper at launch: $90 vs $100

  • Longer battery life (66/100 vs 54/100)
  • Better portability (58/100 vs 53/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi 17C vs the Tecno Spark Go 2022, the Redmi 17C scores 9 points higher (33/100 vs 24/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi 17C leads (30/100 vs 9/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Spark Go 2022 leads (66/100 vs 54/100). Value score: Redmi 17C — 50/100, Tecno Spark Go 2022 — 32/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Redmi 17C notably outperforms the Tecno Spark Go 2022 (30/100 vs 9/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi 17C notably outperforms the Tecno Spark Go 2022 (55/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 10/100. In the "battery" category, the Tecno Spark Go 2022 is a bit better (66/100 vs 54/100). In the "portability" category, the Tecno Spark Go 2022 is a bit better (58/100 vs 53/100).

Redmi 17C: The Redmi 17C is a better fit for everyday use.
Tecno Spark Go 2022: The Tecno Spark Go 2022 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi 17C Tecno Spark Go 2022
Processor MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra Unisoc SC9863A
AnTuTu 358383 153667
Geekbench Single 432 205
Geekbench Multi 1416 846
Display 6.9" IPS LCD 6.5" 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 8 MP
RAM 4GB 2GB
Storage 64GB / 128GB 32GB
OS Android 16
Brightness (peak) 600 nits
NFC no yes
Dimensions 164.5×76.0×9.0 mm
Weight 206 g 184 g
Launch price $100 $90
Camera comparison
Redmi 17C
  • Main: 13MP f/2.2
  • Front: 5MP
10
camera
Tecno Spark Go 2022
  • Main: 13MP
  • Front: 8MP
10
camera
Display comparison
Redmi 17C
  • 6.9" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1640
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
55
display
Tecno Spark Go 2022
  • 6.5" IPS LCD
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
32
display
Battery and charging
Redmi 17C
  • 5160 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • Wireless charging: no data
54
battery
Tecno Spark Go 2022
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wireless charging: no data
66
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Redmi 17C and Tecno Spark Go 2022, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi 17C MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra
33/100
358383 AnTuTu
Tecno Spark Go 2022 Unisoc SC9863A
24/100 -133.2%
153667 AnTuTu

Redmi 17C leads Tecno Spark Go 2022 by 133.2% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Redmi 17C
$100
Tecno Spark Go 2022
$90

Launch price difference: $10. Tecno Spark Go 2022 was $10 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi 17C notably outperforms the Tecno Spark Go 2022 (30/100 vs 9/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Redmi 17C notably outperforms the Tecno Spark Go 2022 (55/100 vs 32/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 10/100.

battery

In the "battery" category, the Tecno Spark Go 2022 is a bit better (66/100 vs 54/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Tecno Spark Go 2022 is a bit better (58/100 vs 53/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 17C or the Tecno Spark Go 2022?

The Redmi 17C edges out the Tecno Spark Go 2022 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 Go 2022?

The Redmi 17C has a MobileRank rating of 33/100, the Tecno Spark Go 2022 — 24/100.

Which is more powerful: the Redmi 17C or the Tecno Spark Go 2022?

The Redmi 17C leads on performance (30/100 vs 9/100).

Should you choose the Redmi 17C over the Tecno Spark Go 2022?

The Redmi 17C is a better fit for everyday use. The Tecno Spark Go 2022 is a better fit for everyday use.