Redmi 17C vs Vivo iQOO 16
The Redmi 17C (2026) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra, while the Vivo iQOO 16 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6; launch prices were $100 and $840. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads — 89/100 vs 32/100 (a 57-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 16 has the bigger battery (8400 mAh vs 5160); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 16 is faster in AnTuTu (5,498,720 vs 358,608); the Vivo iQOO 16 has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi 17C doesn't; the Redmi 17C is noticeably lighter (206g vs 223g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 17C
Vivo iQOO 16
What makes Redmi 17C better?
- Lighter: 206g vs 223g
- Cheaper at launch: $100 vs $840
- Better portability (53/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 16 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5498720 vs 358608
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 432
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 1416
- Bigger battery: 8400 vs 5160 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 30/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi 17C vs the Vivo iQOO 16, the Vivo iQOO 16 scores 57 points higher (89/100 vs 32/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (100/100 vs 30/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (78/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (90/100 vs 46/100). Value score: Redmi 17C — 52/100, Vivo iQOO 16 — 92/100; 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 16 significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (100/100 vs 30/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (99/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (78/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (90/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi 17C is a bit better (53/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi 17C | Vivo iQOO 16 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 358608 | 5498720 | |
| Geekbench Single | 432 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1416 | 12873 | |
| Display | 6.9" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1640 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 5160 mAh | 8400 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| 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 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 600 nits | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 171.6×79.5×8.2 mm | 163.8×76.9×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 206 g | 223 g | |
| Launch price | $100 | $840 |
Camera comparison
Redmi 17C
- Main: 13MP f/2.2
- Front: 5MP
Vivo iQOO 16
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Redmi 17C
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1640
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 16
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi 17C
- 5160 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 16
- 8400 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi 17C and Vivo iQOO 16, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 16 leads Redmi 17C by 93.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $740. Redmi 17C was $740 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (100/100 vs 30/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (99/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (78/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (90/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi 17C is a bit better (53/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 17C or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C by 57 points (89/100 vs 32/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi 17C and the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Redmi 17C has a MobileRank rating of 32/100, the Vivo iQOO 16 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 17C or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi 17C or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on performance (100/100 vs 30/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 17C over the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.