India, Oct. 21 -- Almost every affordable or mid-range Android phone analysis these days must illustrate a complex scenario regarding pricing and components. Here is a short history of Xiaomi's Redmi 'C" series phones in India. The Redmi 13C in late 23 was priced at Rs.7,999 onwards. The Redmi 15C in early 2026 was priced upwards of Rs.12,499. We are now at the doorstep of the latest addition to this portfolio (albeit in a shorter window than usual), the Redmi 17C, and the entry price point, at Rs.20,999 onwards, is significantly higher than it has ever been.

It is a double whammy, with Xiaomi having to use the MediaTek Dimensity 6300, which has been around for a couple of years. If you think Xiaomi is shortchanging you, scanning the lan...