Motorola Moto G100S vs Samsung Galaxy M17
The Motorola Moto G100S (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6s Gen 4, while the Samsung Galaxy M17 (2025) runs on the Samsung Exynos 1330; launch prices were $130 and $130. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Moto G100S leads — 51/100 vs 48/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Moto G100S has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the Motorola Moto G100S is faster in AnTuTu (829,894 vs 607,489); the Samsung Galaxy M17 is noticeably lighter (192g vs 210g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Moto G100S
Samsung Galaxy M17
What makes Motorola Moto G100S better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 829894 vs 607489
- Better Geekbench Single: 1009 vs 960
- Better Geekbench Multi: 2892 vs 1826
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 30W vs 25W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (55/100 vs 46/100)
- Longer battery life (57/100 vs 52/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy M17 better?
- Lighter: 192g vs 210g
- Better display (67/100 vs 66/100)
- Better portability (69/100 vs 47/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Motorola Moto G100S vs the Samsung Galaxy M17, the Motorola Moto G100S scores 3 points higher (51/100 vs 48/100). Value score: Motorola Moto G100S — 82/100, Samsung Galaxy M17 — 76/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Motorola Moto G100S is a bit better (55/100 vs 46/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 and the Motorola Moto G100S are nearly equal (67/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 33/100. In the "battery" category, the Motorola Moto G100S is a bit better (57/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G100S (69/100 vs 47/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Motorola Moto G100S | Samsung Galaxy M17 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6s Gen 4 | Samsung Exynos 1330 | |
| AnTuTu | 829894 | 607489 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1009 | 960 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2892 | 1826 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.7" Super AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 30W | 25W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 5 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1050 nits | 1100 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 166.2×76.5×8.6 mm | 164.4×77.9×7.5 mm | |
| Weight | 210 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $130 | $130 |
Camera comparison
Motorola Moto G100S
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy M17
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
Motorola Moto G100S
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy M17
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Motorola Moto G100S
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy M17
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Motorola Moto G100S and Samsung Galaxy M17, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Motorola Moto G100S leads Samsung Galaxy M17 by 36.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $0. Same launch price.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Motorola Moto G100S is a bit better (55/100 vs 46/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 and the Motorola Moto G100S are nearly equal (67/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 33/100.
battery
In the "battery" category, the Motorola Moto G100S is a bit better (57/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G100S (69/100 vs 47/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Moto G100S or the Samsung Galaxy M17?
The Motorola Moto G100S edges out the Samsung Galaxy M17 by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Motorola Moto G100S and the Samsung Galaxy M17?
The Motorola Moto G100S has a MobileRank rating of 51/100, the Samsung Galaxy M17 — 48/100.
Which is more powerful: the Motorola Moto G100S or the Samsung Galaxy M17?
The Motorola Moto G100S leads on performance (55/100 vs 46/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Moto G100S over the Samsung Galaxy M17?
The Motorola Moto G100S is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy M17 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.