Redmi 17C vs Vivo X300 Ultra
The Redmi 17C (2026) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra, while the Vivo X300 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $100 and $950. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads — 91/100 vs 32/100 (a 59-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300 Ultra has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5160); the main camera is 13 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X300 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (4,247,433 vs 358,608); the Vivo X300 Ultra has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi 17C doesn't; the Redmi 17C is noticeably lighter (206g vs 230g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 17C
Vivo X300 Ultra
What makes Redmi 17C better?
- Lighter: 206g vs 230g
- Cheaper at launch: $100 vs $950
- Better portability (53/100 vs 39/100)
What makes Vivo X300 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4247433 vs 358608
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 432
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 1416
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5160 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 13MP
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 30/100)
- Better camera (96/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi 17C vs the Vivo X300 Ultra, the Vivo X300 Ultra scores 59 points higher (91/100 vs 32/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads (99/100 vs 30/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads (96/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads (85/100 vs 46/100). Value score: Redmi 17C — 52/100, Vivo X300 Ultra — 94/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (99/100 vs 30/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (89/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (96/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (85/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi 17C is a bit better (53/100 vs 39/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi 17C | Vivo X300 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 358608 | 4247433 | |
| Geekbench Single | 432 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1416 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.9" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO OLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1640 | 3168x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5160 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 170 | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 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 | — | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 171.6×79.5×8.2 mm | 163.0×76.8×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 206 g | 230 g | |
| Launch price | $100 | $950 |
Camera comparison
Redmi 17C
- Main: 13MP f/2.2
- Front: 5MP
Vivo X300 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Redmi 17C
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1640
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X300 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 3168x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi 17C
- 5160 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X300 Ultra
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 10:18 hrs, total 29:11 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi 17C and Vivo X300 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300 Ultra leads Redmi 17C by 91.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $850. Redmi 17C was $850 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (99/100 vs 30/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (89/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (96/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (85/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi 17C is a bit better (53/100 vs 39/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 17C or the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C by 59 points (91/100 vs 32/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi 17C and the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Redmi 17C has a MobileRank rating of 32/100, the Vivo X300 Ultra — 91/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 17C or the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra leads on camera score (96/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi 17C or the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra leads on performance (99/100 vs 30/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 17C over the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.