The Redmi is cheaper and has a huge battery. The Nothing has 5G and a faster chip.
Short answer
Nothing Phone (3a) Lite - 5G, Dimensity 7300 Pro, three cameras, lighter (199 g). Redmi Note 17 - 7700 mAh, 45 W, 6.99", IP65, cheaper.
Key differences
| Spec | Nothing Phone (3a) Lite | Redmi Note 17 |
|---|---|---|
| Chip | MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Pro | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6s 4G Gen 2 |
| Display | 6.77", AMOLED, 1084×2392, 120 Hz | 6.99", AMOLED, 1080×2396, 120 Hz |
| RAM / storage | 8/128 GB, 8/256 GB | 4/128 GB, 4/256 GB, 6/128 GB, 6/256 GB, 8/256 GB |
| Rear cameras | 50 MP + 8 MP + 2 MP | 50 MP |
| Front | 16 MP | 16 MP |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7700 mAh |
| Charging | 33 W | 45 W |
| Protection | IP54 | IP65 |
| Thickness / weight | 199 g | 8.45 mm / 224 g |
| Price | current prices | current prices |
Specs come from the device pages on Smartphone.ua.
Chips
MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Pro and Qualcomm Snapdragon 6s 4G Gen 2. The Dimensity 7300 Pro is faster and has 5G.
Battery
7700 mAh and 45 W on the Redmi vs 5000 mAh and 33 W on the Nothing.
Protection
IP65 on the Redmi vs IP54 on the Nothing.
Verdict: who should buy which
- 5G and speed - Nothing Phone (3a) Lite.
- Battery life and price - Redmi Note 17.
FAQ
Is the front camera the same?
Yes, 16 MP.
What battery does the Redmi have?
7700 mAh.
Which is cheaper?
The Redmi Note 17.