Xiaomi launched the Redmi 17C 5G in Singapore, pairing a massive 6,000mAh battery with MediaTek’s entry-level Dimensity 6300 processor and a 120Hz display for an affordable sticker price under $196.
Singapore Launch and Global Pricing Details
The budget smartphone arrived on the market carrying a retail price of SGD 279, which converts to roughly $196 or up to $220 depending on regional currency rates. Xiaomi makes the device available in three distinct color choices: Black, Purple, and a Brown option that features a tactile vegan leather finish, while the other two models utilize a standard matte texture.
Prior to its commercial debut, the handset surfaced on India’s BIS certification platform carrying the model number 2607FRNEAI. Despite that regulatory appearance, the company has not yet confirmed an exact release timeline or pricing structure for the Indian market or other global territories.
Performance Specs and the Dimensity 6300 Chip
Under the hood, the hardware relies on MediaTek’s 6nm Dimensity 6300 octa-core system-on-a-chip, paired with a Mali-G57 MC2 GPU. The configuration includes 4GB of physical LPDDR4X RAM alongside storage tiers of 64GB or 128GB built on UFS 2.2 standards. Users looking for extra capacity can utilize the onboard microSD card slot to expand storage further.
Running on the hardware is Xiaomi’s HyperOS 3 software built on top of Android 16. Analysts note that while the chip handles everyday social media feeds, messaging apps, and light mobile tasks without trouble, it is strictly designed as an entry-level platform rather than a powerhouse for demanding 3D gaming or heavy multitasking.
Battery Capacity and Charging Capabilities
The standout hardware feature is its power source. While standard competitors in the affordable tier typically pack 5,000mAh cells, this device steps up to a 6,000mAh battery designed to last up to two days of moderate use.
To manage power delivery, Xiaomi includes support for 33W wired fast charging, though retail packaging in certain regions may ship with a lower-wattage adapter. Testing indicates the battery is engineered to retain at least 80 percent of its total capacity after 1,000 full charge cycles.
Display Engineering and Visual Trade-offs
The front of the phone hosts a sprawling 6.9-inch IPS LCD panel supporting a 120Hz refresh rate for smooth scrolling. To keep the retail price low, engineers opted for an HD+ resolution of 1600×720 pixels rather than Full HD+, resulting in a density of roughly 263 pixels per inch.
The display hits a peak brightness of 810 nits and features a touch sampling rate reaching up to 240Hz. Additional screen technologies include DC dimming, Reading mode, and TÜV Rheinland eye-comfort certifications, complemented by Wet Touch Technology 2.0 to maintain touch responsiveness when hands are damp or oily.
Optics, Durability, and Connectivity Options
For photography, the rear panel features a single 50-megapixel main sensor with an f/1.8 aperture, avoiding auxiliary macro lenses to focus on a primary shooter. The front-facing camera sits inside a waterdrop notch and offers an 8-megapixel resolution for selfies and video calls.
The hardware carries an IP64 dust and water splash resistance rating. Connectivity features include 5G network compatibility, dual-SIM support, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.4, NFC, GPS, an FM radio receiver, and a physical 3.5mm headphone jack equipped with a 200 percent volume boost feature.
