Redmi 17C vs Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)

The Redmi 17C (2026) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra, while the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1300. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) leads — 31/100 vs 25/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5160); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP.

The Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) edges out the Redmi 17C by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 17C
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 0
Battery 40
Design 42
Value for money 100
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 27
Battery 51
Design 46
Value for money 55
What makes Redmi 17C better?

  • Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) better?
  • Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5160 mAh
  • Faster charging: 44W vs 18W
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
  • Lighter: 203g vs 206g

  • Better camera (27/100 vs 0/100)
  • Longer battery life (51/100 vs 40/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (46/100 vs 42/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi 17C vs the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022), the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) scores 6 points higher (31/100 vs 25/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) leads (27/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) leads (51/100 vs 40/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 17C leads (100/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) notably outperforms the Redmi 17C (27/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) is a bit better (51/100 vs 40/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) and the Redmi 17C are nearly equal (46/100 vs 42/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 17C significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (100/100 vs 55/100).

Redmi 17C: The Redmi 17C is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022): The Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi 17C Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
Processor MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra MediaTek Dimensity 1300
AnTuTu 358383
Geekbench Single 432
Geekbench Multi 1416
Display 6.9" IPS LCD 6.6" IPS LCD
Resolution 720x1640 1080x2408
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5160 mAh 6000 mAh
Charging 18W 44W
Main camera 13 MP 50 MP
Front camera 5 MP 16 MP
RAM 4GB 6GB / 8GB / 12GB
Storage 64GB / 128GB 128GB / 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 16 Android 12, Funtouch 12
Brightness (peak) 600 nits
NFC no no
Dimensions 163.9×75.3×9.2 mm
Weight 206 g 203 g
Price $100
Camera comparison
Redmi 17C
  • Main: 13MP f/2.2
  • Front: 5MP
0
camera
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 16MP
27
camera
Display comparison
Redmi 17C
  • 6.9" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1640
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
  • 6.6" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2408
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Redmi 17C
  • 5160 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
40
battery
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
  • 6000 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
51
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi 17C
$100
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.

display

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

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) notably outperforms the Redmi 17C (27/100 vs 0/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) is a bit better (51/100 vs 40/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) and the Redmi 17C are nearly equal (46/100 vs 42/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 17C significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (100/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 17C or the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?

The Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) edges out the Redmi 17C by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Redmi 17C and the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?

The Redmi 17C has a MobileRank rating of 25/100, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) — 31/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi 17C or the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?

The Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) leads on camera score (27/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Redmi 17C over the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?

The Redmi 17C is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) is a better fit for everyday use.