Infinix Smart 20 vs Samsung Galaxy M17
The Infinix Smart 20 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81 Ultimate, while the Samsung Galaxy M17 (2025) runs on the Samsung Exynos 1330; launch prices were $149 and $130. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy M17 leads — 48/100 vs 33/100 (a 15-point difference). Key differences: the Infinix Smart 20 has the bigger battery (5200 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 8 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy M17 is faster in AnTuTu (607,137 vs 358,383).
Infinix Smart 20
Samsung Galaxy M17
- Bigger battery: 5200 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Overall rating 33/100
- Higher AnTuTu: 607137 vs 358383
- Better Geekbench Single: 952 vs 432
- Better Geekbench Multi: 1963 vs 1416
- Faster charging: 25W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 8MP
- Cheaper at launch: $130 vs $149
- Higher performance (47/100 vs 30/100)
- Better camera (33/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (52/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (67/100 vs 55/100)
- Better portability (69/100 vs 68/100)
Comparing the Infinix Smart 20 vs the Samsung Galaxy M17, the Samsung Galaxy M17 scores 15 points higher (48/100 vs 33/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 leads (47/100 vs 30/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 leads (33/100 vs 10/100). Value score: Infinix Smart 20 — 42/100, Samsung Galaxy M17 — 76/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 notably outperforms the Infinix Smart 20 (47/100 vs 30/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 is a bit better (67/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 notably outperforms the Infinix Smart 20 (33/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 and the Infinix Smart 20 are nearly equal (52/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 and the Infinix Smart 20 are nearly equal (69/100 vs 68/100).
| Specification | Infinix Smart 20 | Samsung Galaxy M17 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G81 Ultimate | Samsung Exynos 1330 | |
| AnTuTu | 358383 | 607137 | |
| Geekbench Single | 432 | 952 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1416 | 1963 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.7" Super AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1576x720 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 5200 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 25W | |
| Main camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 5 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 700 nits | 1100 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 167.7×78.8×7.7 mm | 164.4×77.9×7.5 mm | |
| Weight | — | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $149 | $130 |
Infinix Smart 20
- Main: 8MP f/f/2.0
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy M17
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 13MP
Infinix Smart 20
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1576x720
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy M17
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Infinix Smart 20
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy M17
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless charging: no data
We compared Infinix Smart 20 and Samsung Galaxy M17, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy M17 leads Infinix Smart 20 by 41.0% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $19. Samsung Galaxy M17 was $19 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 notably outperforms the Infinix Smart 20 (47/100 vs 30/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 is a bit better (67/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 notably outperforms the Infinix Smart 20 (33/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 and the Infinix Smart 20 are nearly equal (52/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 and the Infinix Smart 20 are nearly equal (69/100 vs 68/100).
Which is better: the Infinix Smart 20 or the Samsung Galaxy M17?
The Samsung Galaxy M17 is noticeably better than the Infinix Smart 20 — the overall rating gap is 15 points.
What is the rating of the Infinix Smart 20 and the Samsung Galaxy M17?
The Infinix Smart 20 has a MobileRank rating of 33/100, the Samsung Galaxy M17 — 48/100.
Which has the better camera: the Infinix Smart 20 or the Samsung Galaxy M17?
The Samsung Galaxy M17 leads on camera score (33/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Infinix Smart 20 or the Samsung Galaxy M17?
The Samsung Galaxy M17 leads on performance (47/100 vs 30/100).
Should you choose the Infinix Smart 20 over the Samsung Galaxy M17?
The Infinix Smart 20 is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy M17 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.