Both have OLED/AMOLED FHD+ and 45 W charging. The Redmi is cheaper and has a bigger battery, the realme better protection.
Short answer
Redmi Note 17 - 7700 mAh, a 6.99" AMOLED, cheaper. realme C85 Pro - IP69, 8/256 GB as standard and lighter.
Key differences
| Spec | realme C85 Pro | Redmi Note 17 |
|---|---|---|
| Chip | Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6s 4G Gen 2 |
| Display | 6.8", OLED, 1080×2344, 120 Hz | 6.99", AMOLED, 1080×2396, 120 Hz |
| RAM / storage | 8/256 GB | 4/128 GB, 4/256 GB, 6/128 GB, 6/256 GB, 8/256 GB |
| Rear cameras | 50 MP | 50 MP |
| Front | 8 MP | 16 MP |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 7700 mAh |
| Charging | 45 W | 45 W |
| Protection | IP69 | IP65 |
| Thickness / weight | 205 g | 8.45 mm / 224 g |
| Price | current prices | current prices |
Specs come from the device pages on Smartphone.ua.
Battery
7700 vs 7000 mAh in favour of the Redmi.
Chips
Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 and Qualcomm Snapdragon 6s 4G Gen 2 - a similar level.
Protection
IP69 on the realme vs IP65 on the Redmi.
Verdict: who should buy which
- Battery, screen, price - Redmi Note 17.
- Protection and memory - realme C85 Pro.
FAQ
What battery does the Redmi Note 17 have?
7700 mAh.
Is the charging the same?
Yes, 45 W.
Which is cheaper?
The Redmi Note 17.