Redmi 17C vs Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro

The Redmi 17C (2026) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra, while the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro leads — 33/100 vs 25/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi 17C has the bigger battery (5160 mAh vs 4600); the main camera is 13 MP vs 64 MP; the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro is noticeably lighter (175g vs 206g).

The Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro edges out the Redmi 17C by just 8 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 Z7 Pro
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 37
Battery 37
Design 81
Value for money 55
What makes Redmi 17C better?
  • Bigger battery: 5160 vs 4600 mAh

  • Longer battery life (40/100 vs 37/100)
  • Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro better?
  • Faster charging: 66W vs 18W
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 13MP
  • Lighter: 175g vs 206g

  • Better camera (37/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (81/100 vs 42/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi 17C vs the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro scores 8 points higher (33/100 vs 25/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro leads (37/100 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 Z7 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (37/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi 17C and the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro are nearly equal (40/100 vs 37/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (81/100 vs 42/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 17C significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro (100/100 vs 55/100).

Redmi 17C: The Redmi 17C is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro: The Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi 17C Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
Processor MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra MediaTek Dimensity 7200
AnTuTu 358383
Geekbench Single 432
Geekbench Multi 1416
Display 6.9" IPS LCD 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 720x1640 1080x2400
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5160 mAh 4600 mAh
Charging 18W 66W
Main camera 13 MP 64 MP
Front camera 5 MP 16 MP
RAM 4GB 8GB
Storage 64GB / 128GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 16 Android 13, planned upgrade to Android 14, Funtouch 14
Brightness (peak) 600 nits 1300 nits
NFC no no
Dimensions 164.1×74.8×7.4 mm
Weight 206 g 175 g
Price $100
Camera comparison
Redmi 17C
  • Main: 13MP f/2.2
  • Front: 5MP
0
camera
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
  • Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 16MP
37
camera
Display comparison
Redmi 17C
  • 6.9" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1640
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Redmi 17C
  • 5160 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
40
battery
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
  • 4600 mAh
  • Wired: 66W
  • No wireless charging
37
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi 17C
$100
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
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 Z7 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (37/100 vs 0/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi 17C and the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro are nearly equal (40/100 vs 37/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (81/100 vs 42/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 17C significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro (100/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 17C or the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro?

The Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro edges out the Redmi 17C by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Redmi 17C and the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro?

The Redmi 17C has a MobileRank rating of 25/100, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro — 33/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi 17C or the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro?

The Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro leads on camera score (37/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Redmi 17C over the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro?

The Redmi 17C is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.