Redmi 17C vs ZTE V40 Pro

The Redmi 17C (2026) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra, while the ZTE V40 Pro (2022) runs on the Unisoc Tiger T618. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi 17C leads — 25/100 vs 22/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi 17C has the bigger battery (5160 mAh vs 5100); the main camera is 13 MP vs 64 MP; the ZTE V40 Pro is noticeably lighter (190g vs 206g).

The Redmi 17C edges out the ZTE V40 Pro by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 17C
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 0
Battery 40
Design 42
Value for money 100
ZTE V40 Pro
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 37
Battery 50
Design 62
Value for money 55
What makes Redmi 17C better?
  • Bigger battery: 5160 vs 5100 mAh

  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
What makes ZTE V40 Pro better?
  • Faster charging: 65W vs 18W
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 13MP
  • Lighter: 190g vs 206g

  • Better camera (37/100 vs 0/100)
  • Longer battery life (50/100 vs 40/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (62/100 vs 42/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi 17C vs the ZTE V40 Pro, the Redmi 17C scores 3 points higher (25/100 vs 22/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE V40 Pro leads (37/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE V40 Pro leads (50/100 vs 40/100). 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 ZTE V40 Pro (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE V40 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (37/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE V40 Pro is a bit better (50/100 vs 40/100). In the "design" category, the ZTE V40 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi 17C (62/100 vs 42/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 17C significantly outperforms the ZTE V40 Pro (100/100 vs 55/100).

Redmi 17C: The Redmi 17C is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
ZTE V40 Pro: The ZTE V40 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi 17C ZTE V40 Pro
Processor MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra Unisoc Tiger T618
AnTuTu 358383
Geekbench Single 432
Geekbench Multi 1416
Display 6.9" IPS LCD 6.7" AMOLED
Resolution 720x1640 1080x2400
Refresh rate 120 Hz
Battery 5160 mAh 5100 mAh
Charging 18W 65W
Main camera 13 MP 64 MP
Front camera 5 MP 16 MP
RAM 4GB 6GB
Storage 64GB / 128GB 128GB
OS Android 16 Android 11
Brightness (peak) 600 nits
NFC no no
Dimensions 163.9×76.2×8.3 mm
Weight 206 g 190 g
Price $100
Camera comparison
Redmi 17C
  • Main: 13MP f/2.2
  • Front: 5MP
0
camera
ZTE V40 Pro
  • Main: 64MP
  • Front: 16MP
37
camera
Display comparison
Redmi 17C
  • 6.9" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1640
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
ZTE V40 Pro
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Battery and charging
Redmi 17C
  • 5160 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
40
battery
ZTE V40 Pro
  • 5100 mAh
  • Wired: 65W
  • No wireless charging
50
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi 17C
$100
ZTE V40 Pro
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 ZTE V40 Pro (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the ZTE V40 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (37/100 vs 0/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the ZTE V40 Pro is a bit better (50/100 vs 40/100).

design

In the "design" category, the ZTE V40 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi 17C (62/100 vs 42/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 17C significantly outperforms the ZTE V40 Pro (100/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 17C or the ZTE V40 Pro?

The Redmi 17C edges out the ZTE V40 Pro by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Redmi 17C and the ZTE V40 Pro?

The Redmi 17C has a MobileRank rating of 25/100, the ZTE V40 Pro — 22/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi 17C or the ZTE V40 Pro?

The ZTE V40 Pro leads on camera score (37/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Redmi 17C over the ZTE V40 Pro?

The Redmi 17C is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The ZTE V40 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.