Redmi 17C vs Vivo iQOO 13
The Redmi 17C (2026) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra, while the Vivo iQOO 13 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $100 and $650. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads — 84/100 vs 32/100 (a 52-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 13 has the bigger battery (6150 mAh vs 5160); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 13 is faster in AnTuTu (3,150,555 vs 358,608); the Vivo iQOO 13 has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi 17C doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 17C
Vivo iQOO 13
What makes Redmi 17C better?
- Lighter: 206g vs 207g
- Cheaper at launch: $100 vs $650
- Overall rating 32/100
What makes Vivo iQOO 13 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3150555 vs 358608
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 432
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 1416
- Bigger battery: 6150 vs 5160 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 30/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (73/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 55/100)
- Better portability (55/100 vs 53/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi 17C vs the Vivo iQOO 13, the Vivo iQOO 13 scores 52 points higher (84/100 vs 32/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (91/100 vs 30/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (78/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (73/100 vs 46/100). Value score: Redmi 17C — 52/100, Vivo iQOO 13 — 82/100; 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 Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (91/100 vs 30/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (99/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (78/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Redmi 17C (73/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 and the Redmi 17C are nearly equal (55/100 vs 53/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi 17C | Vivo iQOO 13 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 358608 | 3150555 | |
| Geekbench Single | 432 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1416 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.9" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1640 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5160 mAh | 6150 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 120W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15, OriginOS 5 (China) | |
| Brightness (peak) | 600 nits | — | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 171.6×79.5×8.2 mm | 163.4×76.7×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 206 g | 207 g | |
| Launch price | $100 | $650 |
Camera comparison
Redmi 17C
- Main: 13MP f/2.2
- Front: 5MP
Vivo iQOO 13
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Redmi 17C
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1640
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 13
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi 17C
- 5160 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 13
- 6150 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 14:22 hrs, total 30:28 hrs
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi 17C and Vivo iQOO 13, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 13 leads Redmi 17C by 88.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $550. Redmi 17C was $550 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (91/100 vs 30/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (99/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (78/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Redmi 17C (73/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 and the Redmi 17C are nearly equal (55/100 vs 53/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 17C or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C by 52 points (84/100 vs 32/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi 17C and the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Redmi 17C has a MobileRank rating of 32/100, the Vivo iQOO 13 — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 17C or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi 17C or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on performance (91/100 vs 30/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 17C over the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.