Redmi 17C vs Vivo iQOO Z7
The Redmi 17C (2026) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra, while the Vivo iQOO Z7 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 920. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Z7 leads — 26/100 vs 25/100 (a 1-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 Z7 is noticeably lighter (173g vs 206g).
Redmi 17C
Vivo iQOO Z7
- Bigger battery: 5160 vs 4500 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Longer battery life (40/100 vs 30/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
- Faster charging: 44W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 13MP
- Lighter: 173g vs 206g
- Better camera (37/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (83/100 vs 42/100)
Comparing the Redmi 17C vs the Vivo iQOO Z7, the Vivo iQOO Z7 scores 1 points higher (26/100 vs 25/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 leads (37/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi 17C leads (40/100 vs 30/100). 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, the Redmi 17C significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (37/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi 17C is a bit better (40/100 vs 30/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (83/100 vs 42/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 17C significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (100/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Redmi 17C | Vivo iQOO Z7 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra | MediaTek Dimensity 920 | |
| AnTuTu | 358383 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 432 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1416 | — | |
| Display | 6.9" IPS LCD | 6.4" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1640 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 5160 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 44W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 13, Funtouch 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 600 nits | 1300 nits | |
| NFC | no | no | |
| Protection | — | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | — | 158.9×73.5×7.8 mm | |
| Weight | 206 g | 173 g | |
| Price | $100 | — |
Redmi 17C
- Main: 13MP f/2.2
- Front: 5MP
Vivo iQOO Z7
- Main: 64MP
- Front: 16MP
Redmi 17C
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1640
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z7
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Redmi 17C
- 5160 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z7
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z7
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi 17C significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (100/100 vs 50/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (37/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi 17C is a bit better (40/100 vs 30/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (83/100 vs 42/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 17C significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (100/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Redmi 17C or the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The Vivo iQOO Z7 edges out the Redmi 17C by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Redmi 17C and the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The Redmi 17C has a MobileRank rating of 25/100, the Vivo iQOO Z7 — 26/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 17C or the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The Vivo iQOO Z7 leads on camera score (37/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 17C over the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The Redmi 17C is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z7 is a better fit for everyday use.