Redmi 17C vs ZTE Voyage 40 5G

The Redmi 17C (2026) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra, while the ZTE Voyage 40 5G (2023) runs on the Unisoc T7520 (Tanggula T760). By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi 17C leads — 25/100 vs 10/100 (a 15-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi 17C has the bigger battery (5160 mAh vs 5000).

The Redmi 17C is noticeably better than the ZTE Voyage 40 5G — the overall rating gap is 15 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 17C
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 0
Battery 40
Design 42
Value for money 100
ZTE Voyage 40 5G
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 0
Battery 36
Design 50
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 ZTE Voyage 40 5G better?

  • Better design/ergonomics (50/100 vs 42/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi 17C vs the ZTE Voyage 40 5G, the Redmi 17C scores 15 points higher (25/100 vs 10/100). 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 Voyage 40 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 ZTE Voyage 40 5G are nearly equal (40/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the ZTE Voyage 40 5G is a bit better (50/100 vs 42/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 17C significantly outperforms the ZTE Voyage 40 5G (100/100 vs 55/100).

Redmi 17C: The Redmi 17C is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
ZTE Voyage 40 5G: The ZTE Voyage 40 5G is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi 17C ZTE Voyage 40 5G
Processor MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra Unisoc T7520 (Tanggula T760)
AnTuTu 358383
Geekbench Single 432
Geekbench Multi 1416
Display 6.9" IPS LCD
Resolution 720x1640
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 64GB
OS Android 16 Android 13 Tiramisu
Brightness (peak) 600 nits
NFC no no
Dimensions 163.6×75.2×8.5 mm
Weight 206 g
Price $100
Camera comparison
Redmi 17C
  • Main: 13MP f/2.2
  • Front: 5MP
0
camera
ZTE Voyage 40 5G
  • Main: 13MP
  • Front: 5MP
0
camera
Display comparison
Redmi 17C
  • 6.9" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1640
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
ZTE Voyage 40 5G
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Battery and charging
Redmi 17C
  • 5160 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
40
battery
ZTE Voyage 40 5G
  • 5000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi 17C
$100
ZTE Voyage 40 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 ZTE Voyage 40 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 ZTE Voyage 40 5G are nearly equal (40/100 vs 36/100).

design

In the "design" category, the ZTE Voyage 40 5G is a bit better (50/100 vs 42/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 17C significantly outperforms the ZTE Voyage 40 5G (100/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 17C or the ZTE Voyage 40 5G?

The Redmi 17C is noticeably better than the ZTE Voyage 40 5G — the overall rating gap is 15 points.

What is the rating of the Redmi 17C and the ZTE Voyage 40 5G?

The Redmi 17C has a MobileRank rating of 25/100, the ZTE Voyage 40 5G — 10/100.

Should you choose the Redmi 17C over the ZTE Voyage 40 5G?

The Redmi 17C is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The ZTE Voyage 40 5G is a better fit for everyday use.