Moto G Max vs Redmi 17 5G
₹1,000 apart. Here is what actually separates them.
Which one should you buy?
The Redmi 17 5G starts ₹1,000 lower: ₹23,999 against ₹24,999 for the Moto G Max.
- The Redmi 17 5G has the bigger battery: 7,900 mAh against 7,000 mAh. It also charges faster, at 45W against 30W.
- Only the Moto G Max has an ultrawide camera.
- The Redmi 17 5G is promised more software updates: 4 OS updates, against 2 OS updates for the Moto G Max.
- The Moto G Max is the lighter phone: 213 g against 232 g.
Get the Moto G Max for the ultrawide camera and the lighter build. Get the Redmi 17 5G for the lower price, the bigger battery and faster charging.
Every spec, lined up
Display
Performance
Camera
Battery
Build and connectivity
Availability
Versions and prices
- 4GB + 128GB₹24,999
- 6GB + 128GB₹26,999
- 6GB + 128GB₹23,999
- 8GB + 128GB₹26,999
Prices in India as we last checked them. Sales and bank offers change them often, so check before you buy.
Moto G Max vs Redmi 17 5G, answered
In India, the Moto G Max starts at ₹24,999 and the Redmi 17 5G starts at ₹23,999.
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Which is cheaper, the Moto G Max or the Redmi 17 5G?
The Redmi 17 5G, by ₹1,000. Starting prices: ₹23,999 for the Redmi 17 5G, ₹24,999 for the Moto G Max. The Moto G Max comes in 2 versions, up to ₹26,999. The Redmi 17 5G comes in 2 versions, up to ₹26,999.
Which has the bigger battery, the Moto G Max or the Redmi 17 5G?
The Redmi 17 5G, with 7,900 mAh to 7,000 mAh. For charging, the Redmi 17 5G is quicker: 45W to 30W. Battery life also depends on the chip and the software, so treat these as a starting point.
Which has the better display?
On paper they are close. The Moto G Max has a 6.72-inch LCD at 120Hz, the Redmi 17 5G a 6.9-inch screen at 120Hz.
Which has the better camera?
On features, only the Moto G Max has an ultrawide camera. The main cameras are 50MP main on the Moto G Max and 50MP main (f/1.8) on the Redmi 17 5G. A spec sheet can't show how the photos look, so read a review before you decide on the camera alone.
Which processors do they use?
The Moto G Max runs the Snapdragon 6s Gen 4, the Redmi 17 5G the Snapdragon 4 Gen 5.
Which gets more software updates?
The Redmi 17 5G. It is promised 4 OS updates; the Moto G Max, 2 OS updates.
Which is better protected against water?
Neither: both are rated IP64. Still, no phone is fully waterproof, so keep them out of the pool.
Which is lighter?
The Moto G Max, at 213 g to 232 g.
