Side-by-side technical data
Xiaomi Redmi 15a vs Xiaomi Redmi 17C 4G
Comparison between Xiaomi Redmi 15a and Xiaomi Redmi 17C 4G: camera, battery, fast charging, display, performance and colors, side by side. More phones from Xiaomi.
NeoTeo's verdict
Which of the two is the better buy
The Xiaomi Redmi 15a is the more complete choice: it delivers higher performance, better cameras, and a larger battery, while the Redmi 17C 4G wins on IP5X resistance and 18 W charging. For everyday speed and connectivity, the 15a adds 5G where the 17C has 4G.
The Redmi 15a uses a Unisoc T8300 with 6 GB of RAM, scores 479,500 in AnTuTu, and has UFS 2.2 storage; the Redmi 17C 4G has a MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra, 4 GB, 262,000 points, and eMMC 5.1. The 15a also has the brighter display at 800 nits versus 600 nits, although both use an IPS LCD panel with 120 Hz and 720-pixel horizontal resolution.
For photography, the Redmi 15a combines a 32 MP main camera with an 8 MP front camera, versus 13 MP and 5 MP on the 17C 4G; the latter adds slow-motion video. Its 6,300 mAh battery is larger than the 17C 4G’s 5,160 mAh unit and supports reverse charging, but the 17C charges at 18 W versus 15 W. The Redmi 17C 4G is the alternative for buyers who value IP5X resistance and slightly faster charging more than performance and camera capability.
Xiaomi Redmi 15a
The Xiaomi Redmi 15a is the better buy for performance and battery: 479,500 AnTuTu points and a 6,300 mAh battery.
Xiaomi Redmi 17C 4G
The Xiaomi Redmi 17C 4G is the better buy only if it costs less; its clear advantages are IP5X resistance and 18 W charging.
The verdict
Your pick: Xiaomi Redmi 15a, ahead on Performance & hardware, Camera, Connectivity and Battery & charging.
| Category | Redmi 15a | Redmi 17C 4G |
|---|---|---|
| Design & display | 5.1 | 5.2 |
| Performance & hardware | 4.2 | 2.9 |
| Camera | 3.4 | 3.0 |
| Connectivity | 6.8 | 6.2 |
| Battery & charging | 6.5 | 5.5 |
Which one is for you?
Xiaomi Redmi 15a, if you care about…
- Battery Capacity
- 6,300 mAh
- against 5,160 mAh
- AnTuTu Score
- 479,500
- against 262,000
- RAM Capacity
- 6 GB
- against 4 GB
- Storage Type
- UFS 2.2
- against eMMC 5.1
Xiaomi Redmi 17C 4G, if you care about…
- Resistance Features
- IP5X
- against IP52
- Fast Charge Power
- 18 W
- against 15 W
Specification comparison
Performance
| Specification | Redmi 15a | Redmi 17C 4G |
|---|---|---|
| Processor Model | Unisoc T8300 | MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra |
| Processor Process Size | 6 nm Best value | 12 nm |
| Graphics GPU | Mali-G57 MC2 | Mali-G52 MC2 |
| Storage Type | UFS 2.2 Best value | eMMC 5.1 |
| Maximum CPU Clock | 2.2 GHz Best value | 2 GHz |
| Maximum Storage Capacity | 128 GB | 128 GB |
| AnTuTu Score | 479,500 Best value | 262,000 |
| Geekbench 6 Single-Core | 908 Best value | 420 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi-Core | 2,221 Best value | 1,391 |
| CPU Description | Octa-core CPU with 2 Cortex-A78 cores at 2.2 GHz and 6 Cortex-A55 cores at 2.0 GHz. | Octa-core CPU with 2 Cortex-A75 cores at 2.0 GHz and 6 Cortex-A55 cores at 1.8 GHz |
| Processor Type | Octa-Core | Octa-Core |
| 64-Bit Processor | Yes | Yes |
| RAM Capacity | 6 GB Best value | 4 GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR4X | LPDDR4X |
| Expandable Storage | Yes | Yes |
| AnTuTu version | v10 | v10 |
Design
| Specification | Redmi 15a | Redmi 17C 4G |
|---|---|---|
| Body Colors | Black, Blue, Purple | Black, Red, Light Blue |
| Body Thickness | 8.2 mm | 8.2 mm |
| Body Width | 79.5 mm | 77.8 mm |
| Body Height | 171.6 mm | 171.9 mm |
| Weight | 210 g | 206 g Best value |
| Usable Surface | 84.3 % Best value | 84 % |
| Body Materials | Plastic | Glass, Plastic |
| Resistance Features | IP52 | IP5X Best value |
| Unfolded thickness | — | 8.2 mm |
Battery
| Specification | Redmi 15a | Redmi 17C 4G |
|---|---|---|
| Battery Capacity | 6,300 mAh Best value | 5,160 mAh |
| Battery Type | Li-Polymer | Li-Polymer |
| Fast Charge Power | 15 W | 18 W Best value |
| Battery Features | Fast Charging, Non-Removable, Rechargeable, Battery Level Indicator, Reverse Charging Best value | Fast Charging, Non-Removable, Rechargeable, Battery Level Indicator |
Display
| Specification | Redmi 15a | Redmi 17C 4G |
|---|---|---|
| Display Aspect Ratio | 20:9 | 21:9 |
| Display Technology | IPS LCD | IPS LCD |
| Peak Display Brightness | 800 nits Best value | 600 nits |
| Display Diagonal | 6.9″ Best value | 6.88″ |
| Display Horizontal Resolution | 720 px | 720 px |
| Display Vertical Resolution | 1,600 px | 1,640 px Best value |
| Display Pixel Density | 254 ppi | 260 ppi Best value |
| Display Refresh Rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Touch Sampling Rate | 240 Hz | 240 Hz |
| Display Contrast Ratio | — | 1,500 :1 |
| Display Features | Water Drop Notch, TÜV Rheinland Low Blue Light, TÜV Rheinland Flicker-Free Certified, TÜV Rheinland Eye Comfort Certification, Curved Glass, Capacitive Touch, Multi-Touch, Frameless | IPS LCD, Hole-Punch Notch, TÜV Rheinland Flicker-Free Certified, TÜV Rheinland Eye Comfort Certification, DC Dimming, Capacitive Touch, Multi-Touch, Scratch Resistant, Curved Glass, Frameless, Touchscreen |
Sensors
| Specification | Redmi 15a | Redmi 17C 4G |
|---|---|---|
| Fingerprint Sensor Placement | Side | Side |
Sensor
| Specification | Redmi 15a | Redmi 17C 4G |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor Features | Fingerprint Sensor, Accelerometer, Compass, Cooling System, Light Sensor, Proximity Sensor | Fingerprint Sensor, Accelerometer, Compass, Light Sensor, Virtual Proximity Sensing |
Software
| Specification | Redmi 15a | Redmi 17C 4G |
|---|---|---|
| Operating System | Android 16 | Android 16 |
| OS Family | Android | Android |
| OS Version | 16 | 16 |
| OS Update Support | — | 5 years |
| Google Services | Yes Best value | No |
| Widevine L1 | Yes | — |
Connectivity
| Specification | Redmi 15a | Redmi 17C 4G |
|---|---|---|
| SIM Configurations | Dual Nano-SIM, Dual SIM Dual Standby | Dual Nano-SIM, Dual SIM Dual Standby |
| Cellular Bands | 2G GSM 850, 2G GSM 900, 2G GSM 1800, 2G GSM 1900, 3G UMTS B1, 3G UMTS B5, 3G UMTS B8, 3G UMTS B3, 4G LTE B1, 4G LTE B3, 4G LTE B5, 4G LTE B8, LTE B28, 4G LTE B28B, 4G LTE B40, 4G LTE B41, 5G NR n1, 5G NR n3, 5G NR n5, 5G NR n8, 5G NR n28, 5G NR n28b, 5G NR n38, 5G NR n40, 5G NR n41, 5G NR n78 | 2G GSM 850, 2G GSM 900, 2G GSM 1800, 2G GSM 1900, 2G CDMA BC0, 2G CDMA B3, 2G CDMA B5, 2G CDMA B8, 3G UMTS B1, 3G UMTS B5, 3G UMTS B8, 4G LTE B1, 4G LTE B3, 4G LTE B5, 4G LTE B8, 4G LTE B34, 4G LTE B38, 4G LTE B39, 4G LTE B40, 4G LTE B41 |
| Cellular Technologies | GSM, HSPA, LTE, 5G Best value | GSM, CDMA, HSPA, LTE, 4G |
| Wi-Fi Standards | Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) | Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g |
| Wi-Fi Features | Dual Band, Wi-Fi Hotspot, Wi-Fi Direct, Wi-Fi Display | Dual Band, Wi-Fi Hotspot, Wi-Fi Direct, Wi-Fi Display |
| Bluetooth Version | Bluetooth 5.4 | Bluetooth 5.4 |
| Bluetooth Profiles | A2DP, LE | A2DP, LE |
| Navigation Systems | GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo | GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou |
| Connectivity Features | 3.5 mm Audio Jack, Virtual Proximity Sensing, FM Radio, USB Type-C, USB 2.0, USB OTG, USB Host 2.0, NFC, Computer Sync, OTA Sync, Tethering, VoLTE, USB Charging, USB Mass Storage | 3.5 mm Audio Jack, Virtual Proximity Sensing, USB Charging, USB Mass Storage, USB Host 2.0, USB Type-C, NFC, Computer Sync, OTA Sync, Infrared, FM Radio, Tethering, VoLTE, USB 2.0 |
| USB Version | USB 2.0 | USB 2.0 |
| Max. download speed | — | 300 Mbps |
| Max. upload speed | — | 100 Mbps |
Audio
| Specification | Redmi 15a | Redmi 17C 4G |
|---|---|---|
| Audio Features | Stereo Speakers, A2DP, LE | A2DP, LE, Noise-Cancellation Microphone, EDR, HID |
