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).
Redmi 17C
ZTE V40 Pro
- Bigger battery: 5160 vs 5100 mAh
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
- 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)
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).
| 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 | — |
Redmi 17C
- Main: 13MP f/2.2
- Front: 5MP
ZTE V40 Pro
- Main: 64MP
- Front: 16MP
Redmi 17C
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1640
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
ZTE V40 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: —
Redmi 17C
- 5160 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
ZTE V40 Pro
- 5100 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- No wireless charging
ZTE V40 Pro
Price unknownperformance
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).
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.