Lava Bold N2 5G vs Samsung Galaxy M17
The Lava Bold N2 5G (2026) runs on the Unisoc T8200, while the Samsung Galaxy M17 (2025) runs on the Samsung Exynos 1330; estimated prices are $105 and $130. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy M17 leads — 26/100 vs 20/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Lava Bold N2 5G has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy M17 is faster in AnTuTu (607,137 vs 450,000).
Lava Bold N2 5G
Samsung Galaxy M17
- Better Geekbench Multi: 2200 vs 1963
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Cheaper: $105 vs $130
- Longer battery life (45/100 vs 37/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 607137 vs 450000
- Better Geekbench Single: 952 vs 750
- Faster charging: 25W vs 10W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Better camera (28/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (60/100 vs 50/100)
Comparing the Lava Bold N2 5G vs the Samsung Galaxy M17, the Samsung Galaxy M17 scores 6 points higher (26/100 vs 20/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 leads (28/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 50/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 notably outperforms the Lava Bold N2 5G (28/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Lava Bold N2 5G is a bit better (45/100 vs 37/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 is a bit better (60/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
| Specification | Lava Bold N2 5G | Samsung Galaxy M17 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T8200 | Samsung Exynos 1330 | |
| AnTuTu | 450000 | 607137 | |
| Geekbench Single | 750 | 952 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2200 | 1963 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.7" Super AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1600x720 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 10W | 25W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 5 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 64GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1100 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | — | 164.4×77.9×7.5 mm | |
| Weight | — | 192 g | |
| Price | $105 | $130 |
Lava Bold N2 5G
- Main: 13MP f/f/2.0
- Front: 5MP
Samsung Galaxy M17
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 13MP
Lava Bold N2 5G
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1600x720
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Samsung Galaxy M17
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Lava Bold N2 5G
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy M17
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
We compared Lava Bold N2 5G and Samsung Galaxy M17, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy M17 leads Lava Bold N2 5G by 25.9% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $25. Lava Bold N2 5G is cheaper by $25.
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 50/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 notably outperforms the Lava Bold N2 5G (28/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Lava Bold N2 5G is a bit better (45/100 vs 37/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 is a bit better (60/100 vs 50/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
Which is better: the Lava Bold N2 5G or the Samsung Galaxy M17?
The Samsung Galaxy M17 edges out the Lava Bold N2 5G by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Lava Bold N2 5G and the Samsung Galaxy M17?
The Lava Bold N2 5G has a MobileRank rating of 20/100, the Samsung Galaxy M17 — 26/100.
Which has the better camera: the Lava Bold N2 5G or the Samsung Galaxy M17?
The Samsung Galaxy M17 leads on camera score (28/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Lava Bold N2 5G over the Samsung Galaxy M17?
The Lava Bold N2 5G is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy M17 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.