Redmi 17C vs Vivo Y53t 5G

The Redmi 17C (2026) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra, while the Vivo Y53t 5G (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 700 (). By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi 17C leads — 25/100 vs 11/100 (a 14-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi 17C has the bigger battery (5160 mAh vs 5000); the Vivo Y53t 5G is noticeably lighter (186g vs 206g).

The Redmi 17C is noticeably better than the Vivo Y53t 5G — the overall rating gap is 14 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 17C
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 0
Battery 40
Design 42
Value for money 100
Vivo Y53t 5G
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 0
Battery 36
Design 67
Value for money 55
What makes Redmi 17C better?
  • Bigger battery: 5160 vs 5000 mAh

  • Longer battery life (40/100 vs 36/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo Y53t 5G better?
  • Lighter: 186g vs 206g

  • Better design/ergonomics (67/100 vs 42/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi 17C vs the Vivo Y53t 5G, the Redmi 17C scores 14 points higher (25/100 vs 11/100). 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 Y53t 5G (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "battery" category, the Redmi 17C and the Vivo Y53t 5G are nearly equal (40/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo Y53t 5G notably outperforms the Redmi 17C (67/100 vs 42/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 17C significantly outperforms the Vivo Y53t 5G (100/100 vs 55/100).

Redmi 17C: The Redmi 17C is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Vivo Y53t 5G: The Vivo Y53t 5G is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi 17C Vivo Y53t 5G
Processor MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra MediaTek Dimensity 700 ()
AnTuTu 358383
Geekbench Single 432
Geekbench Multi 1416
Display 6.9" IPS LCD 6.5" LCD IPS
Resolution 720x1640 720x1600
Refresh rate 120 Hz
Battery 5160 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 18W
Main camera 13 MP 13 MP
Front camera 5 MP 5 MP
RAM 4GB
Storage 64GB / 128GB 128GB
OS Android 16 Android 13
Brightness (peak) 600 nits
NFC no no
Dimensions 75.6×164.1×8.2 mm
Weight 206 g 186 g
Price $100
Camera comparison
Redmi 17C
  • Main: 13MP f/2.2
  • Front: 5MP
0
camera
Vivo Y53t 5G
  • Main: 13MP
  • Front: 5MP
0
camera
Display comparison
Redmi 17C
  • 6.9" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1640
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Vivo Y53t 5G
  • 6.5" LCD IPS
  • Resolution: 720x1600
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Battery and charging
Redmi 17C
  • 5160 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
40
battery
Vivo Y53t 5G
  • 5000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi 17C
$100
Vivo Y53t 5G
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

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 Y53t 5G (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi 17C and the Vivo Y53t 5G are nearly equal (40/100 vs 36/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo Y53t 5G notably outperforms the Redmi 17C (67/100 vs 42/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 17C significantly outperforms the Vivo Y53t 5G (100/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 17C or the Vivo Y53t 5G?

The Redmi 17C is noticeably better than the Vivo Y53t 5G — the overall rating gap is 14 points.

What is the rating of the Redmi 17C and the Vivo Y53t 5G?

The Redmi 17C has a MobileRank rating of 25/100, the Vivo Y53t 5G — 11/100.

Should you choose the Redmi 17C over the Vivo Y53t 5G?

The Redmi 17C is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo Y53t 5G is a better fit for everyday use.