vivo Y17s vs Xiaomi Poco M5 (India): Which One Should You Buy?

vivo Y17s edges ahead with a BeastScore of 79.3/100 — but the right choice depends on what matters to you.

Head-to-head
Comparing 2 devicesSwipe ⇄
Vivo · 2023

vivo Y17s

vivo Y17s
79/ 100
Launch pricePrice on request
Xiaomi · 2022

Xiaomi Poco M5 (India)

Xiaomi Poco M5 (India)
79/ 100
Launch pricePrice on request
Head-to-head

Xiaomi Poco M5 (India) wins 1 of 7 categories

Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.

vivo Y17s
vivo Y17s
0 wins
Xiaomi Poco M5 (India)
Xiaomi Poco M5 (India)
1 win
At a glance

Bigger shape = better phone.

SpeedCameraBatteryDisplayConnectivitySecurityValue
vivo Y17sXiaomi Poco M5 (India)
Category winners

Scores out of 100. How we score

  • SpeedTie
    70
    70
  • CameraTie
    80
    80
  • VideoNot enough data
  • SelfieNot enough data
  • BatteryTie
    86
    86
  • DisplayTie
    84
    84
  • ConnectivityXiaomi Poco M5 (India)
    55
    65
  • SecurityTie
    34
    34
  • ValueTie
    85
    85
Key differences
  • Xiaomi Poco M5 (India) charges faster18W vs 15W
  • Xiaomi Poco M5 (India) has the bigger screen6.58" vs 6.56"
  • vivo Y17s is lighter186 g vs 201 g
  • Xiaomi Poco M5 (India) has newer Bluetooth5.3 vs 5
  • Xiaomi Poco M5 (India) has the faster chipHelio G99 vs MT6769 Helio G85
  • vivo Y17s is better protected from water and dustIP54 vs IP52
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Why buy each phone

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Reasons to buy vivo Y17s
  • ✓15 g lighter (186 g), easier to hold
  • ✓6.56" display at 120 Hz
Reasons to buy Xiaomi Poco M5 (India)
  • ✓6.58" display at 120 Hz

Full specifications

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Specificationvivo Y17sXiaomi Poco M5 (India)
1. Display & Screen
Screen typeIPS LCDIPS LCD
Screen Size6.56"6.58"
Resolution & DensityFHD+ / LTPO AMOLED (269 ppi)FHD+ / LTPO AMOLED (401 ppi)
Refresh Rate120 Hz ProMotion120 Hz ProMotion
BrightnessN/AN/A
Screen ProtectionNot listedNot listed
2. Platform & Performance
Chipset / ProcessorMT6769 Helio G85 Helio G99
CPU CoresNot listedNot listed
GPU GraphicsNot listedNot listed
Operating SystemAndroid 13Android 12
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory6 GB LPDDR6 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage128 GB128 GB
Storage SpeedNot listedNot listed
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics
Primary Cameraundefined MP, Triple Camera Systemundefined MP, Triple Camera System
Telephoto ZoomNone (digital zoom only)None (digital zoom only)
Ultrawide CameraN/AN/A
LiDAR / DepthNoneNone
5. Video
Main Camera Video
Not listed
Not listed
Front Video
Not listed
Not listed
6. Selfie Camera
Selfie Lensundefined MPundefined MP
7. Body & Dimensions🏆 vivo Y17s Lightest Chassis
DimensionsN/AN/A
Weight186 g201 g
Build MaterialsNot listedNot listed
SIM TypeNot listedNot listed
Water ResistanceIP54IP52
8. Battery & Charging
Battery Capacity5,000 mAh5,000 mAh
Wired Fast ChargingFast chargingFast charging
Wireless ChargingNot listedNot listed
Reverse ChargingNot listedNot listed
9. Sound & Audio
LoudspeakerNot listedNot listed
3.5mm Headphone JackNoNo
10. Connectivity
Wi-Fi StandardNot listedNot listed
Bluetoothv5.0v5.3
USB Port & SpeedUSB Type-C 2.0USB Type-C 2.0, OTG
NFCYesYes
11. Sensors & Security
SensorsNot listedNot listed
Satellite FeaturesNot listedNot listed
12. Colors & Overview
ColorsNot listedNot listed
Launch PricePrice on requestPrice on request
Our verdict

vivo Y17s wins — BeastScore 79.3/100

After comparing all the specs, vivo Y17s is the stronger all-round phone. Its main edge: Lighter body: 186g (15g lighter in hand).

Buy vivo Y17s if you want

Lighter body: 186g (15g lighter in hand)

Buy Xiaomi Poco M5 (India) if you want

Balanced specifications with Xiaomi hardware design · Runs Android with optimized security support

Common questions

Which is better: vivo Y17s or Xiaomi Poco M5 (India)?

vivo Y17s leads with an overall BeastScore of 79.3/100 compared to Xiaomi Poco M5 (India) (79.3/100), driven by advantages in Lighter body: 186g (15g lighter in hand).

What are the main battery and display differences between vivo Y17s and Xiaomi Poco M5 (India)?

vivo Y17s has a 6.56-inch display and 5000 mAh battery. Xiaomi Poco M5 (India) has a 6.58-inch display and 5000 mAh battery.

How do vivo Y17s and Xiaomi Poco M5 (India) compare for speed?

vivo Y17s scores 70/100 for performance; Xiaomi Poco M5 (India) scores 70/100.

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