A78 vs Xiaomi Redmi 17C (China): Which One Should You Buy?
These two are too close to call on BeastScore — the right choice depends on what matters to you.
A78
Xiaomi Redmi 17C (China)
Too close to call: 2 of 5 categories each
Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.
Bigger shape = better phone.
Scores out of 100. How we score
- SpeedA788070
- CameraA788480
- VideoNot enough data
- SelfieNot enough data
- BatteryTie8686
- DisplayXiaomi Redmi 17C (China)7489
- ConnectivityNot enough data
- SecurityNot enough data
- ValueXiaomi Redmi 17C (China)6885
- Xiaomi Redmi 17C (China) has the bigger battery5,160 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
- Xiaomi Redmi 17C (China) has a smoother screen120 Hz vs 90 Hz
- Xiaomi Redmi 17C (China) has the bigger screen6.88" vs 6.56"
- A78 has more RAM8 GB vs 4 GB
Why buy each phone
Swipe ⇄A78 and Xiaomi Redmi 17C (China) are evenly matched
It's a close call. Pick the A78 for its more RAM (8 GB vs 4 GB), or the Xiaomi Redmi 17C (China) for its bigger battery (5,160 mAh vs 5,000 mAh) and smoother screen (120 Hz vs 90 Hz).
More RAM: 8 GB vs 4 GB
Smoother display: 120 Hz vs 90 Hz
Common questions
Which is better: A78 or Xiaomi Redmi 17C (China)?
It's a close call. Pick the A78 for its more RAM (8 GB vs 4 GB), or the Xiaomi Redmi 17C (China) for its bigger battery (5,160 mAh vs 5,000 mAh) and smoother screen (120 Hz vs 90 Hz). BeastScore: A78 79.8/100, Xiaomi Redmi 17C (China) 80.0/100.
What are the main battery and display differences between A78 and Xiaomi Redmi 17C (China)?
A78 has a 6.56-inch display and 5000 mAh battery. Xiaomi Redmi 17C (China) has a 6.88-inch display and 5160 mAh battery.
How do A78 and Xiaomi Redmi 17C (China) compare for speed?
A78 scores 80/100 for performance; Xiaomi Redmi 17C (China) scores 70/100.
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