Redmi 17C vs Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)
The Redmi 17C (2026) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra, while the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G+ 5G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) leads — 31/100 vs 25/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi 17C has the bigger battery (5160 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 13 MP vs 64 MP; the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi 17C doesn't.
Redmi 17C
Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)
- Bigger battery: 5160 vs 4500 mAh
- Longer battery life (40/100 vs 39/100)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
- Faster charging: 80W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 13MP
- Lighter: 194g vs 206g
- Better camera (34/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (57/100 vs 42/100)
Comparing the Redmi 17C vs the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China), the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) scores 6 points higher (31/100 vs 25/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) leads (34/100 vs 0/100). 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 Z6 (China) significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (34/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi 17C and the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) are nearly equal (40/100 vs 39/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) notably outperforms the Redmi 17C (57/100 vs 42/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 17C significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) (100/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Redmi 17C | Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra | Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G+ 5G | |
| AnTuTu | 358383 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 432 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1416 | — | |
| Display | 6.9" IPS LCD | 6.6" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 720x1640 | 1080x2388 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5160 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 80W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 12, Origin OS Ocean | |
| Brightness (peak) | 600 nits | 650 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Dimensions | — | 164.0×75.8×8.6 mm | |
| Weight | 206 g | 194 g | |
| Price | $100 | — |
Redmi 17C
- Main: 13MP f/2.2
- Front: 5MP
Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Redmi 17C
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1640
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2388
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi 17C
- 5160 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)
Price unknownperformance
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 Z6 (China) significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (34/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi 17C and the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) are nearly equal (40/100 vs 39/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) notably outperforms the Redmi 17C (57/100 vs 42/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 17C significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) (100/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Redmi 17C or the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)?
The Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) 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 Z6 (China)?
The Redmi 17C has a MobileRank rating of 25/100, the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) — 31/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 17C or the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)?
The Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) leads on camera score (34/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 17C over the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)?
The Redmi 17C is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) is a better fit for everyday use.