Redmi 17C vs Vivo X300 Pro

The Redmi 17C (2026) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra, while the Vivo X300 Pro (2025) runs on the Dimensity 9500; estimated prices are $100 and $899. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300 Pro leads — 87/100 vs 33/100 (a 54-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 5160); the main camera is 13 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X300 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,269,794 vs 358,383); the Vivo X300 Pro has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi 17C doesn't; the Redmi 17C is noticeably lighter (206g vs 226g).

The Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C by 54 points (87/100 vs 33/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 17C
Performance 30
Display 55
Camera 10
Battery 54
Portability 53
Value for money 50
Vivo X300 Pro
Performance 93
Display 84
Camera 96
Battery 81
Portability 43
Value for money 86
What makes Redmi 17C better?
  • Lighter: 206g vs 226g
  • Cheaper: $100 vs $899

  • Better portability (53/100 vs 43/100)
What makes Vivo X300 Pro better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3269794 vs 358383
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 432
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 1416
  • Bigger battery: 6510 vs 5160 mAh
  • Faster charging: 90W vs 18W
  • Better main camera: 200MP vs 13MP

  • Higher performance (93/100 vs 30/100)
  • Better camera (96/100 vs 10/100)
  • Longer battery life (81/100 vs 54/100)
  • Better display (84/100 vs 55/100)
  • Better value for money (86/100 vs 50/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi 17C vs the Vivo X300 Pro, the Vivo X300 Pro scores 54 points higher (87/100 vs 33/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (93/100 vs 30/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (96/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (81/100 vs 54/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (86/100 vs 50/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (93/100 vs 30/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi 17C (84/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (96/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi 17C (81/100 vs 54/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi 17C is a bit better (53/100 vs 43/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (86/100 vs 50/100).

Redmi 17C: The Redmi 17C is a better fit for everyday use.
Vivo X300 Pro: The Vivo X300 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi 17C Vivo X300 Pro
Processor MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra Dimensity 9500
AnTuTu 358383 3269794
Geekbench Single 432 3228
Geekbench Multi 1416 9553
Display 6.9" IPS LCD 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 720x1640 1260x2800
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5160 mAh 6510 mAh
Charging 18W 90W
Wireless charging 40W
DXOMark (camera) 171
Main camera 13 MP 200 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 50 MP
Front camera 5 MP 32 MP
RAM 4GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 64GB / 128GB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 16 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 600 nits 4500 nits
NFC no yes
Protection IP68
Dimensions 161.2×75.5×8.0 mm
Weight 206 g 226 g
Price $100 $899
Camera comparison
Redmi 17C
  • Main: 13MP f/2.2
  • Front: 5MP
10
camera
Vivo X300 Pro
  • Main: 200MP f/f/1.57
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 32MP
96
camera
Display comparison
Redmi 17C
  • 6.9" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1640
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
55
display
Vivo X300 Pro
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1260x2800
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
84
display
Battery and charging
Redmi 17C
  • 5160 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • Wireless charging: no data
54
battery
Vivo X300 Pro
  • 6510 mAh
  • NanoReview test: web browsing 13:30 hrs, total 24:37 hrs
  • Wired: 90W
  • Wireless: 40W
81
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Redmi 17C and Vivo X300 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi 17C MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra
33/100
358383 AnTuTu
Vivo X300 Pro Dimensity 9500
87/100 +89.0%
3269794 AnTuTu

Vivo X300 Pro leads Redmi 17C by 89.0% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi 17C
$100
Vivo X300 Pro
$899

Price difference: $799. Redmi 17C is cheaper by $799.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (93/100 vs 30/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi 17C (84/100 vs 55/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (96/100 vs 10/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi 17C (81/100 vs 54/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Redmi 17C is a bit better (53/100 vs 43/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (86/100 vs 50/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 17C or the Vivo X300 Pro?

The Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C by 54 points (87/100 vs 33/100).

What is the rating of the Redmi 17C and the Vivo X300 Pro?

The Redmi 17C has a MobileRank rating of 33/100, the Vivo X300 Pro — 87/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi 17C or the Vivo X300 Pro?

The Vivo X300 Pro leads on camera score (96/100 vs 10/100).

Which is more powerful: the Redmi 17C or the Vivo X300 Pro?

The Vivo X300 Pro leads on performance (93/100 vs 30/100).

Should you choose the Redmi 17C over the Vivo X300 Pro?

The Redmi 17C is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo X300 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.