Tecno Spark 20C vs Xiaomi 17 Max

The Tecno Spark 20C (2023) runs on the MediaTek, while the Xiaomi 17 Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads — 84/100 vs 16/100 (a 68-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Max has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 5000); the Xiaomi 17 Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Tecno Spark 20C doesn't.

The Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 20C by 68 points (84/100 vs 16/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Tecno Spark 20C
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 0
Battery 36
Design 50
Value for money 55
Xiaomi 17 Max
Performance 88
Display 100
Camera 90
Battery 83
Design 26
Value for money 55
What makes Tecno Spark 20C better?

  • Better design/ergonomics (50/100 vs 26/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Max better?
  • Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz

  • Higher performance (88/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (90/100 vs 0/100)
  • Longer battery life (83/100 vs 36/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Tecno Spark 20C vs the Xiaomi 17 Max, the Xiaomi 17 Max scores 68 points higher (84/100 vs 16/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (88/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (83/100 vs 36/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 20C (88/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 20C (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 20C (90/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 20C (83/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Tecno Spark 20C notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (50/100 vs 26/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.

Tecno Spark 20C: The Tecno Spark 20C is a better fit for everyday use.
Xiaomi 17 Max: The Xiaomi 17 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life.
Specs comparison
Specification Tecno Spark 20C Xiaomi 17 Max
Processor MediaTek Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
AnTuTu 3654776
Geekbench Single 3640
Geekbench Multi 11033
Display 6.6" IPS LCD 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 720x1612 2608x1200
Refresh rate 90 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 8000 mAh
Charging 18W 100W
Wireless charging 0W 50W
Main camera 200 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 50 MP
Front camera 8 MP 32 MP
RAM 4GB / 8GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 13 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 3500 nits
NFC no yes
Protection IP68
Dimensions 163.7×75.6×8.6 mm
Weight 219 g
Price $799
Camera comparison
Tecno Spark 20C
  • Main: —
  • Front: 8MP
0
camera
Xiaomi 17 Max
  • Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 32MP
90
camera
Display comparison
Tecno Spark 20C
  • 6.6" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1612
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Xiaomi 17 Max
  • 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2608x1200
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Tecno Spark 20C
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
Xiaomi 17 Max
  • 8000 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • Wireless: 50W
83
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Tecno Spark 20C
Price unknown
Xiaomi 17 Max
$799
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 20C (88/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 20C (100/100 vs 50/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 20C (90/100 vs 0/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 20C (83/100 vs 36/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Tecno Spark 20C notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (50/100 vs 26/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Tecno Spark 20C or the Xiaomi 17 Max?

The Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 20C by 68 points (84/100 vs 16/100).

What is the rating of the Tecno Spark 20C and the Xiaomi 17 Max?

The Tecno Spark 20C has a MobileRank rating of 16/100, the Xiaomi 17 Max — 84/100.

Which has the better camera: the Tecno Spark 20C or the Xiaomi 17 Max?

The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 0/100).

Which is more powerful: the Tecno Spark 20C or the Xiaomi 17 Max?

The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on performance (88/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Tecno Spark 20C over the Xiaomi 17 Max?

The Tecno Spark 20C is a better fit for everyday use. The Xiaomi 17 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life.