Redmi 17C vs Vivo X500 Pro
The Redmi 17C (2026) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra, while the Vivo X500 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro; launch prices were $100 and $970. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro leads — 90/100 vs 32/100 (a 58-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 5160); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (5,016,623 vs 358,608); the Vivo X500 Pro has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi 17C doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 17C
Vivo X500 Pro
What makes Redmi 17C better?
- Cheaper at launch: $100 vs $970
- Overall rating 32/100
What makes Vivo X500 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5016623 vs 358608
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 432
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 1416
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 5160 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 192g vs 206g
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 30/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 55/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 53/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi 17C vs the Vivo X500 Pro, the Vivo X500 Pro scores 58 points higher (90/100 vs 32/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (100/100 vs 30/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (87/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (81/100 vs 46/100). Value score: Redmi 17C — 52/100, Vivo X500 Pro — 92/100; 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 X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (100/100 vs 30/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (94/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (87/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (81/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (63/100 vs 53/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi 17C | Vivo X500 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 358608 | 5016623 | |
| Geekbench Single | 432 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1416 | 13145 | |
| Display | 6.9" IPS LCD | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1640 | 1216x2660 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5160 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 600 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 171.6×79.5×8.2 mm | 151.8×71.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 206 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $100 | $970 |
Camera comparison
Redmi 17C
- Main: 13MP f/2.2
- Front: 5MP
Vivo X500 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Redmi 17C
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1640
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2660
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi 17C
- 5160 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi 17C and Vivo X500 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro leads Redmi 17C by 92.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $870. Redmi 17C was $870 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (100/100 vs 30/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (94/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (87/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (81/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (63/100 vs 53/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 17C or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C by 58 points (90/100 vs 32/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi 17C and the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Redmi 17C has a MobileRank rating of 32/100, the Vivo X500 Pro — 90/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 17C or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on camera score (87/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi 17C or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on performance (100/100 vs 30/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 17C over the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.