Xiaomi’s Redmi brand unveiled the Redmi 17C, a budget‑friendly smartphone that packs a 6.88‑inch IPS LCD panel with a 120 Hz refresh rate and 600‑nit peak brightness. The display resolves at 720 × 1640, delivering smooth scrolling without draining the battery. A side‑mounted fingerprint sensor completes the front layout, which also houses a 5 MP selfie shooter. The thin bezels enhance media consumption and gaming experiences.

Under the hood, the phone runs MediaTek’s Helio G81 Ultra SoC paired with 4 GB RAM and either 64 GB or 128 GB of expandable storage. A 13 MP main sensor and 5 MP front camera handle everyday snaps, while a 5,160 mAh battery supports 18 W fast charging. Redmi ships the device with Hyper OS 3, built on Android 16. The chipset promises efficient multitasking and modest gaming performance for its class.

Consumers can choose black, red or light‑blue finishes; the 171.9 × 77.8 × 8.2 mm chassis weighs 206 g. Pricing starts at CNY 799 (about $117) for the 64 GB model and CNY 899 ($132) for 128 GB, positioning the 17C as one of the cheapest phones with a 120 Hz panel. Its aggressive price may pressure rivals in the sub‑$150 segment. Its lightweight build also aids one‑handed use during long commutes.