Lava Bold N2 5G vs Samsung Galaxy M17e
The Lava Bold N2 5G (2026) runs on the Unisoc T8200, while the Samsung Galaxy M17e (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300; launch prices were $105 and $140. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy M17e leads — 43/100 vs 36/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP.
Lava Bold N2 5G
Samsung Galaxy M17e
- Better Geekbench Multi: 2200 vs 1980
- Cheaper at launch: $105 vs $140
- Longer battery life (60/100 vs 52/100)
- Better Geekbench Single: 771 vs 750
- Faster charging: 25W vs 10W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (43/100 vs 40/100)
- Better camera (30/100 vs 10/100)
- Better display (55/100 vs 43/100)
Comparing the Lava Bold N2 5G vs the Samsung Galaxy M17e, the Samsung Galaxy M17e scores 7 points higher (43/100 vs 36/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17e leads (30/100 vs 10/100). Value score: Lava Bold N2 5G — 56/100, Samsung Galaxy M17e — 64/100; 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 M17e and the Lava Bold N2 5G are nearly equal (43/100 vs 40/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17e is a bit better (55/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17e notably outperforms the Lava Bold N2 5G (30/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Lava Bold N2 5G is a bit better (60/100 vs 52/100).
| Specification | Lava Bold N2 5G | Samsung Galaxy M17e | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T8200 | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 524785 | |
| Geekbench Single | 750 | 771 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2200 | 1980 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.7" PLS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1600x720 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 10W | 25W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 64GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16, up to 6 major Android upgrades, One UI 8 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 800 nits | |
| NFC | — | no | |
| Protection | — | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | — | 167.4×77.4×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | — | 199 g | |
| Launch price | $105 | $140 |
Lava Bold N2 5G
- Main: 13MP f/f/2.0
- Front: 5MP
Samsung Galaxy M17e
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Lava Bold N2 5G
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1600x720
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Samsung Galaxy M17e
- 6.7" PLS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Lava Bold N2 5G
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- Wireless charging: no data
Samsung Galaxy M17e
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Launch price difference: $35. Lava Bold N2 5G was $35 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17e and the Lava Bold N2 5G are nearly equal (43/100 vs 40/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17e is a bit better (55/100 vs 43/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17e notably outperforms the Lava Bold N2 5G (30/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Lava Bold N2 5G is a bit better (60/100 vs 52/100).
Which is better: the Lava Bold N2 5G or the Samsung Galaxy M17e?
The Samsung Galaxy M17e edges out the Lava Bold N2 5G by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Lava Bold N2 5G and the Samsung Galaxy M17e?
The Lava Bold N2 5G has a MobileRank rating of 36/100, the Samsung Galaxy M17e — 43/100.
Which has the better camera: the Lava Bold N2 5G or the Samsung Galaxy M17e?
The Samsung Galaxy M17e leads on camera score (30/100 vs 10/100).
Should you choose the Lava Bold N2 5G over the Samsung Galaxy M17e?
The Lava Bold N2 5G is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy M17e is a better fit for everyday use.