Side-by-side technical data
Xiaomi Redmi 15C vs Xiaomi Redmi 17C 5G
Comparison between Xiaomi Redmi 15C and Xiaomi Redmi 17C 5G: 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 15C suits buyers who put memory and audio first; the Redmi 17C 5G is the pick for a higher AnTuTu result and newer Android. Their overall scores are level, but they serve different priorities.
The 15C has 8 GB of RAM and 256 GB of storage, against 4 GB and 128 GB on the 17C 5G. It also has stereo speakers and Hi-Res Audio, while the 17C 5G lists a loudspeaker. In return, the 17C 5G scores 630,000 in AnTuTu versus 262,000 and runs Android 16 rather than Android 15.
Both share a 6.9″ IPS LCD with 720 × 1600 px resolution and a 120 Hz refresh rate, plus a 6,000 mAh battery with 33 W charging. Each also uses the Dimensity 6300, UFS 2.2 storage, and IP64 resistance. The choice comes down to memory and audio or the AnTuTu result and Android version.
Xiaomi Redmi 15C
The Xiaomi Redmi 15C is the better buy for buyers who want 8 GB of RAM, 256 GB of storage, and stereo speakers.
Xiaomi Redmi 17C 5G
The Xiaomi Redmi 17C 5G is the better buy for buyers who prioritize its 630,000 AnTuTu result and Android 16.
The verdict
Neither runs away with it: each wins something.
| Category | Redmi 15C | Redmi 17C 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Design & display | 5.4 | 5.5 |
| Performance & hardware | 4.2 | 4.3 |
| Camera | 3.7 | 3.7 |
| Connectivity | 6.8 | 6.8 |
| Battery & charging | 6.9 | 6.9 |
Which one is for you?
Xiaomi Redmi 15C, if you care about…
- RAM Capacity
- 8 GB
- against 4 GB
- Maximum Storage Capacity
- 256 GB
- against 128 GB
- Audio Features
- A2DP, LE, Stereo Speakers, Hi-Res Audio, Noise-Cancellation Microphone, EDR, HID
- against A2DP, LE, Loudspeaker, Noise-Cancellation Microphone
Xiaomi Redmi 17C 5G, if you care about…
- AnTuTu Score
- 630,000
- against 262,000
- OS Version
- 16
- against 15
Specification comparison
Performance
| Specification | Redmi 15C | Redmi 17C 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Processor Model | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 |
| Processor Process Size | 6 nm | 6 nm |
| Graphics GPU | Mali-G57 MC2 | Mali-G57 MC2 |
| Storage Type | UFS 2.2 | UFS 2.2 |
| Maximum CPU Clock | 2.4 GHz | 2.4 GHz |
| Maximum Storage Capacity | 256 GB Best value | 128 GB |
| AnTuTu Score | 262,000 | 630,000 Best value |
| CPU Description | Octa-core CPU with 2 Cortex-A76 cores at 2.4 GHz and 6 Cortex-A55 cores at 2.0 GHz. | Octa-core CPU with 2 Cortex-A76 cores at 2.4 GHz and 6 Cortex-A55 cores at 2.0 GHz. |
| Processor Type | Octa-Core | Octa-Core |
| 64-Bit Processor | Yes | Yes |
| RAM Capacity | 8 GB Best value | 4 GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR4X | LPDDR4X |
| Expandable Storage | Yes | Yes |
| AnTuTu version | v10 | v11 |
Design
| Specification | Redmi 15C | Redmi 17C 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Body Colors | Black, Green, Purple, Blue, Orange | Black, Purple, Brown |
| Body Thickness | 8.2 mm | 8.1 mm Best value |
| Body Width | 81.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Body Height | 173.2 mm | 171.6 mm |
| Weight | 211 g | 211 g |
| Usable Surface | 81.8 % | 84.3 % Best value |
| Body Materials | Plastic, Glass | Plastic, Glass |
| Resistance Features | IP64 | IP64 |
| Drop Resistance Class | A | — |
| Repairability Class | C | — |
| Drop Test Count | 270 | — |
| Unfolded thickness | — | 8.1 mm |
Battery
| Specification | Redmi 15C | Redmi 17C 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Battery Efficiency Rating | A | — |
| Battery Capacity | 6,000 mAh | 6,000 mAh |
| Battery Type | Li-Polymer | Li-Polymer |
| Fast Charge Power | 33 W | 33 W |
| Battery Features | Fast Charging, Reverse Charging, Non-Removable | Fast Charging, USB Power Delivery, Reverse Charging, Non-Removable |
| Battery Endurance | 69 h 38 min | — |
| Charge cycles | 1,000 | — |
Display
| Specification | Redmi 15C | Redmi 17C 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Display Aspect Ratio | 20:9 | 20:9 |
| Display Technology | IPS LCD | IPS LCD |
| Peak Display Brightness | 810 nits Best value | 800 nits |
| Display Diagonal | 6.9″ | 6.9″ |
| Display Horizontal Resolution | 720 px | 720 px |
| Display Vertical Resolution | 1,600 px | 1,600 px |
| Display Pixel Density | 254 ppi | 254 ppi |
| Display Refresh Rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Touch Sampling Rate | 240 Hz | 240 Hz |
| Display Contrast Ratio | 1,500 :1 | 1,500 :1 |
| Display Features | Mohs Level 6, Water Drop Notch, 120Hz, TÜV Rheinland Flicker-Free Certified, TÜV Rheinland Eye Comfort Certification, DC Dimming, Scratch Resistant, Capacitive Touch, Multi-Touch, Frameless | Water Drop Notch, TÜV Rheinland Flicker-Free Certified, TÜV Rheinland Eye Comfort Certification, DC Dimming, Scratch Resistant, Curved Glass, Capacitive Touch, Multi-Touch, Frameless, 120Hz |
Sensors
| Specification | Redmi 15C | Redmi 17C 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Fingerprint Sensor Placement | Side | Side |
Sensor
| Specification | Redmi 15C | Redmi 17C 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor Features | Fingerprint Sensor, Accelerometer, Compass, Light Sensor, Virtual Proximity Sensing | Fingerprint Sensor, Accelerometer, Compass, Light Sensor, Virtual Proximity Sensing |
Software
| Specification | Redmi 15C | Redmi 17C 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Operating System | Android 15 | Android 16 |
| OS Family | Android | Android |
| OS Version | 15 | 16 Best value |
| OS Update Support | 5 years | — |
| Google Services | Yes | Yes |
Connectivity
| Specification | Redmi 15C | Redmi 17C 5G |
|---|---|---|
| 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 800, 3G UMTS B850, 3G UMTS B900, 3G UMTS 1700 AWS, 3G UMTS 1900, 3G UMTS 2100, 4G LTE B1, 4G LTE B2, 4G LTE B3, 4G LTE B4, 4G LTE B5, 4G LTE B7, 4G LTE B8, 4G LTE B12, 4G LTE B13, 4G LTE B17, 4G LTE B18, 4G LTE B19, 4G LTE B20, 4G LTE B26, 4G LTE B28A, 4G LTE B32, 4G LTE B38, 4G LTE B40, 4G LTE B41, 4G LTE B42, 4G LTE B48, 4G LTE B66, 4G LTE B71, 5G NR n1, 5G NR n2, 5G NR n3, 5G NR n5, 5G NR n7, 5G NR n8, 5G NR n12, 5G NR n20, 5G NR n26, 5G NR n28, 5G NR n38, 5G NR n40, 5G NR n41, 5G NR n48, 5G NR n66, 5G NR n71, 5G NR n77, 5G NR n78 | 2G GSM 850, 2G GSM 900, 2G GSM 1800, 2G GSM 1900, 3G UMTS 1700 AWS, 3G UMTS 1900, 3G UMTS 2100, 3G UMTS B850, 3G UMTS B900, 4G LTE B1, 4G LTE B2, 4G LTE B3, 4G LTE B4, 4G LTE B5, 4G LTE B7, 4G LTE B8, 4G LTE B12, 4G LTE B13, 4G LTE B17, 4G LTE B18, 4G LTE B19, 4G LTE B20, 4G LTE B26, 4G LTE B28A, 4G LTE B28B, 4G LTE B32, 4G LTE B38, 4G LTE B40, 4G LTE B41, 4G LTE B42, 4G LTE B48, 4G LTE B66, 4G LTE B71, 5G NR n1, 5G NR n2, 5G NR n3, 5G NR n5, 5G NR n7, 5G NR n8, 5G NR n12, 5G NR n20, 5G NR n26, 5G NR n28a, 5G NR n28b, 5G NR n38, 5G NR n40, 5G NR n41, 5G NR n48, 5G NR n66, 5G NR n71, 5G NR n77, 5G NR n78 |
| Cellular Technologies | GSM, HSPA, LTE, 5G | GSM, HSPA, LTE, 5G |
| Wi-Fi Standards | Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) | Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac |
| 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, Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac |
| Bluetooth Version | Bluetooth 5.4 | Bluetooth 5.4 |
| Bluetooth Profiles | A2DP, LE | A2DP, LE |
| Navigation Systems | GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou | GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou |
| Connectivity Features | 3.5 mm Audio Jack, Virtual Proximity Sensing, NFC, FM Radio, USB Type-C, USB Charging, Computer Sync, Infrared, OTA Sync, Tethering, VoLTE, USB Mass Storage, USB Host 2.0 | 3.5 mm Audio Jack, Virtual Proximity Sensing, NFC, FM Radio, USB Type-C, USB 2.0, USB OTG, USB Host 2.0, Computer Sync, OTA Sync, Tethering, VoLTE, USB Charging, USB Mass Storage |
| USB Version | USB 2.0 | USB 2.0 |
| SAR (EU) head | 0.99 W/kg | 0.99 W/kg |
| SAR (EU) body | 0.95 W/kg | 0.95 W/kg |
Audio
| Specification | Redmi 15C | Redmi 17C 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Audio Features | A2DP, LE, Stereo Speakers, Hi-Res Audio, Noise-Cancellation Microphone, EDR, HID Best value | A2DP, LE, Loudspeaker, Noise-Cancellation Microphone |
Technical
| Specification | Redmi 15C | Redmi 17C 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Model numbers | 2508CRN2BE, 2508CRN2BC, 2508CRN2BG | — |
