– Redmi 17C launched in China as successor to 15C, skipping 16C
– Features 6.88″ 120Hz HD+ display, MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra, and 5,160 mAh battery
– Camera setup is basic: 13 MP rear and 5 MP front
– Includes 3.5mm headphone jack and side-mounted fingerprint sensor
– Priced around $147 to $162; global release details pending
Xiaomi Released the Redmi 17C
Xiaomi has officially launched the Redmi 17C in China as the direct successor to the Redmi 15C, skipping the Redmi 16C in the process. Ideal for users who are looking for a budget phone with a larger screen and long battery life (5,160 mAh), the device is a solid option for basic daily tasks without the extra frills. This phone is a good choice for people who don’t want to spend to much money but still need a reliable device.
Display and Performance Specs
The Redmi 17C features a 6.88-inch HD+ display with a resolution of 720 x 1,640 and a refresh rate of up to 120Hz. The screen supports up to 240Hz touch sampling and 600 nits of brightness. A MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra chipset powers the device, paired with an ARM Mali-G52 MC2 GPU, 4GB of RAM and up to 128GB of storage. On the software side, the Redmi 17C runs Xiaomi HyperOS 3 and includes dual SIM support. You’ll finde that the performance is good for social media and calls.
Camera and Connectivity Details
In terms of cameras, buyers shouldn’t expect much from budget smartphones: the Redmi 17C houses a 13 MP rear camera and a 5 MP front camera. Connectivity standards are also rather basic, which include 4G, Wi-Fi 5, Bluetooth 5.4 and several satellite navigation systems. Surprisingly, a 3.5mm headphone jack is available, a feature that is becoming rare on smartphones nowadays. Lastly, a side-mounted fingerprint sensor is on board. This combination of features makes it a very practical device for everyday use.
Pricing and Availability Info
Although officially launched in China, information about a global release is still pending. The Xiaomi Redmi 17C with 4GB of RAM and 64GB of storage is priced at 999 yuan (approx. $147), while the 4GB + 128GB version costs 1,099 yuan (approx. $162). It’s not yet clear when or if this phone will be available in other markets, but the pricing is very competitive for the specs it offers.
- 6.88-inch HD+ display with 120Hz refresh rate
- MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra chipset
- 4GB RAM and up to 128GB storage
- 5,160 mAh battery
- 13 MP rear camera and 5 MP front camera
- 4G, Wi-Fi 5, Bluetooth 5.4
- 3.5mm headphone jack
- Side-mounted fingerprint sensor
- 999 yuan (approx. $147) for 64GB version
- 1,099 yuan (approx. $162) for 128GB version