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Tecno Pop 20 4G vs Redmi 17C 4G

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Tecno Pop 20 4G

Tecno Pop 20 4G

  • Screen: 720 x 1600 pixels.
  • UNISOC T7250 processor.
  • 4 GB RAM in this version.
  • 5,000 mAh battery capacity.
  • Runs Android 15.
KSh 15,700In Stock
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Redmi 17C 4G

Redmi 17C 4G

  • 206 g.
  • Screen: 720 x 1640 pixels (~260 ppi density).
  • Mediatek Helio G81 Ultra (12 nm) processor.
  • 4 GB RAM in this version.
  • 5,160 mAh battery capacity.
KSh 14,500Out of Stock

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Our quick verdict

With the same 4 GB of RAM and 13 MP main camera, the Redmi 17C 4G is the stronger choice: it charges faster (18 W) and runs newer Android 16, while the Tecno Pop 20 4G only has sharper selfies (8 MP).

Display

Tecno Pop 20 4G
720 x 1600 pixels
Redmi 17C 4G
720 x 1640 pixels (~260 ppi density)

Performance

Tecno Pop 20 4G
UNISOC T7250 processor
Redmi 17C 4G
Mediatek Helio G81 Ultra (12 nm) processor

Battery capacity

Tecno Pop 20 4G
5,000 mAh battery capacity
Redmi 17C 4G
5,160 mAh battery capacity

Software

Tecno Pop 20 4G
Runs Android 15
Redmi 17C 4G
Runs Android 16, HyperOS 3

Charging

Tecno Pop 20 4G
15 W wired charging
Redmi 17C 4G
18 W wired charging

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

Tecno Pop 20 4G

  • Higher-resolution selfie camera: 8 MP (vs 5 MP).

Redmi 17C 4G

  • Faster rated wired charging: 18 W (vs 15 W).
  • Newer Android 16 (vs Android 15).
  • Slightly larger 6.88-inch screen (vs 6.75-inch).
  • 3.5 mm headphone jack.

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PriorityTecno Pop 20 4GRedmi 17C 4G
Display6.75-inch display, 120 Hz6.88-inch LCD display, 120 Hz, 260 ppi
PerformanceUNISOC T7250 processorMediatek Helio G81 Ultra processor
Battery capacity5,000 mAh battery5,160 mAh battery
Charging15 W wired charging18 W wired charging
ConnectionsBluetoothWi-Fi 5, Bluetooth 5.4
SoftwareAndroid 15Android 16

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationTecno Pop 20 4GRedmi 17C 4G
BrandTECNORedmi
ModelPOP 20Xiaomi Redmi 17C 4G (China)
Device type / form familySmartphone—
Announced—2026, June 23
Release status—Available. Released 2026, June 23

Design

Design specifications comparison
SpecificationTecno Pop 20 4GRedmi 17C 4G
Dimensions167.7 x 77.8 x 8.10 mm171.9 x 77.8 x 8.2 mm (6.77 x 3.06 x 0.32 in)
Drop resistanceDrop resistance up to 1.2m—
Weight—206 g (7.27 oz)
Build materials—Glass front, plastic frame, plastic back or silicone polymer back (eco leather)

Display

Display specifications comparison
SpecificationTecno Pop 20 4GRedmi 17C 4G
Display6.75-inch Dot Notch Screen; up to 120Hz adaptive refresh rate6.88 inches, 112.4 cm2 (~84.0% screen-to-body ratio); IPS LCD, 120Hz, 450 nits (typ), 600 nits (HBM)
Screen resolution720 x 1600 pixels720 x 1640 pixels (~260 ppi density)
Display size6.75 inches6.88 inches
Refresh rateUp to 120Hz adaptive120Hz
Display features—120Hz, 450 nits (typ), 600 nits (HBM)
Display technology—IPS LCD
Brightness—450 nits (typ); 600 nits (HBM)
Pixel density—260 ppi
Screen-to-body ratio—84.0% screen-to-body ratio

Performance

Performance specifications comparison
SpecificationTecno Pop 20 4GRedmi 17C 4G
ProcessorUNISOC T7250Mediatek Helio G81 Ultra (12 nm)
CPUOcta-coreOcta-core (2x2.0 GHz Cortex-A75 & 6x1.8 GHz Cortex-A55)
GPU—Mali-G52 MC2
User interface—HyperOS 3
Process node—12 nm

Memory & Storage

Memory & Storage specifications comparison
SpecificationTecno Pop 20 4GRedmi 17C 4G
RAM4GB physical RAM4GB
Storage64GB, 128GB64GB, 128GB
Memory configurations64GB or 128GB storage; 4GB physical RAM + 4GB extended RAM (8GB combined)64GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 4GB RAM
Extended RAM4GB extended RAM; 8GB combined with 4GB physical RAM—
Expandable storage—microSDXC (dedicated slot)

Cameras

Cameras specifications comparison
SpecificationTecno Pop 20 4GRedmi 17C 4G
Rear camera13MP13 MP, f/2.2, 25mm (wide)
Front camera8MP5 MP
Rear camera featuresDual rear flash; FlashSnap; AutoSnap (under compatible ambient brightness)LED flash
Rear camera video—1080p@30fps
Front camera video—1080p@30fps

Battery & Charging

Battery & Charging specifications comparison
SpecificationTecno Pop 20 4GRedmi 17C 4G
Battery5000 mAh5160 mAh
ChargingUp to 15W fast charging under compatible conditions18W wired, PD

Software

Software specifications comparison
SpecificationTecno Pop 20 4GRedmi 17C 4G
Operating systemAndroid 15Android 16, HyperOS 3

Network

Network specifications comparison
SpecificationTecno Pop 20 4GRedmi 17C 4G
Network2G, 3G and 4GGSM / CDMA / HSPA / LTE
SIM—Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
2G bands—GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900; CDMA 800
3G bands—HSDPA 850 / 900 / 2100
4G bands—1, 3, 5, 8, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41
Network speed—HSPA, LTE

Connectivity

Connectivity specifications comparison
SpecificationTecno Pop 20 4GRedmi 17C 4G
BluetoothBluetooth5.4, A2DP, LE
Wi-FiWi-FiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band
PositioningGPSGPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS
RadioFM radioUnspecified
USBUSB Type-C; OTGUSB Type-C 2.0
InfraredInfrared remote control—
FreeLink 2.0Bluetooth-based voice calls, text and voice messages without mobile network coverage; up to 1.5 km in an open, unobstructed area; range depends on conditions—
NFC—No

Durability

Durability specifications comparison
SpecificationTecno Pop 20 4GRedmi 17C 4G
Water resistanceIP64 dust and splash resistance—

Features

Features specifications comparison
SpecificationTecno Pop 20 4GRedmi 17C 4G
SensorsSoftware gyroscope; side fingerprint sensorFingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, compass
ColorsInk Black, Titanium Grey, Aurora Purple, Galaxy BlueBlack, Red, Light blue
BiometricsSide fingerprint sensor—
AI featuresTECNO AI; Ask Ella; Web Summary; photo problem solving and editing; AI Writing with Text Generator, Proofread and Summarize; Hi Translate—

Audio

Audio specifications comparison
SpecificationTecno Pop 20 4GRedmi 17C 4G
Loudspeakers—Yes
3.5 mm headphone jack—Yes

Similarities

  • Both have 4 GB RAM.
  • Both have 120 Hz displays.
  • Both charge over USB-C.
  • Both offer up to 128 GB of storage.
  • Both have similar screen sizes (6.75 and 6.88 inches).
  • Both connect over Bluetooth.

In summary

For most buyers the Redmi 17C 4G is the better buy; the Tecno Pop 20 4G makes sense if you want sharper selfies.

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