Redmi 17C vs Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra
The Redmi 17C (2026) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra, while the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500M; launch prices were $100 and $548. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads — 75/100 vs 32/100 (a 43-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra has the bigger battery (9100 mAh vs 5160); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,579,952 vs 358,608); the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi 17C doesn't; the Redmi 17C is noticeably lighter (206g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 17C
Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra
What makes Redmi 17C better?
- Lighter: 206g vs 225g
- Cheaper at launch: $100 vs $548
- Better portability (53/100 vs 38/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3579952 vs 358608
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 432
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 1416
- Bigger battery: 9100 vs 5160 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 30/100)
- Better camera (35/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi 17C vs the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra scores 43 points higher (75/100 vs 32/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads (95/100 vs 30/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads (35/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads (80/100 vs 46/100). Value score: Redmi 17C — 52/100, Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra — 68/100; 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 Neo 11 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (95/100 vs 30/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (99/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi 17C (35/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (80/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi 17C notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra (53/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi 17C | Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra | MediaTek Dimensity 9500M | |
| AnTuTu | 358608 | 3579952 | |
| Geekbench Single | 432 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1416 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.9" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPS AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1640 | 1440x3200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5160 mAh | 9100 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 / OriginOS 6 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 600 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 171.6×79.5×8.2 mm | 163.4×75.9×8.6 mm | |
| Weight | 206 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | $100 | $548 |
Camera comparison
Redmi 17C
- Main: 13MP f/2.2
- Front: 5MP
Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Redmi 17C
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1640
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPS AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi 17C
- 5160 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra
- 9100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi 17C and Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads Redmi 17C by 90.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $448. Redmi 17C was $448 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (95/100 vs 30/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (99/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi 17C (35/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (80/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi 17C notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra (53/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 17C or the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C by 43 points (75/100 vs 32/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi 17C and the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra?
The Redmi 17C has a MobileRank rating of 32/100, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 17C or the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads on camera score (35/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi 17C or the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads on performance (95/100 vs 30/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 17C over the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.