Nokia X30 vs Samsung Galaxy M17
The Nokia X30 (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G, while the Samsung Galaxy M17 (2025) runs on the Samsung Exynos 1330. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy M17 leads — 48/100 vs 45/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy M17 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4200); the Samsung Galaxy M17 is faster in AnTuTu (607,489 vs 592,015).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia X30
Samsung Galaxy M17
What makes Nokia X30 better?
- Better Geekbench Multi: 2101 vs 1826
- Faster charging: 33W vs 25W
- Lighter: 185g vs 192g
- Better camera (37/100 vs 33/100)
- Better display (69/100 vs 67/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy M17 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 607489 vs 592015
- Better Geekbench Single: 960 vs 905
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4200 mAh
- Longer battery life (52/100 vs 29/100)
- Better portability (69/100 vs 68/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nokia X30 vs the Samsung Galaxy M17, the Samsung Galaxy M17 scores 3 points higher (48/100 vs 45/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 leads (52/100 vs 29/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 46/100. In the "display" category, the Nokia X30 and the Samsung Galaxy M17 are nearly equal (69/100 vs 67/100). In the "camera" category, the Nokia X30 and the Samsung Galaxy M17 are nearly equal (37/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 notably outperforms the Nokia X30 (52/100 vs 29/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 and the Nokia X30 are nearly equal (69/100 vs 68/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nokia X30 | Samsung Galaxy M17 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G | Samsung Exynos 1330 | |
| AnTuTu | 592015 | 607489 | |
| Geekbench Single | 905 | 960 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2101 | 1826 | |
| Display | 6.4" AMOLED | 6.7" Super AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 4200 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 25W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 5 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 12 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 700 nits | 1100 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 158.9×73.9×8.0 mm | 164.4×77.9×7.5 mm | |
| Weight | 185 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | — | $130 |
Camera comparison
Nokia X30
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy M17
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
Nokia X30
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Samsung Galaxy M17
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Nokia X30
- 4200 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy M17
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Nokia X30 and Samsung Galaxy M17, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy M17 leads Nokia X30 by 2.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Nokia X30
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performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 46/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Nokia X30 and the Samsung Galaxy M17 are nearly equal (69/100 vs 67/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Nokia X30 and the Samsung Galaxy M17 are nearly equal (37/100 vs 33/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 notably outperforms the Nokia X30 (52/100 vs 29/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 and the Nokia X30 are nearly equal (69/100 vs 68/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia X30 or the Samsung Galaxy M17?
The Samsung Galaxy M17 edges out the Nokia X30 by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Nokia X30 and the Samsung Galaxy M17?
The Nokia X30 has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Samsung Galaxy M17 — 48/100.
Should you choose the Nokia X30 over the Samsung Galaxy M17?
The Samsung Galaxy M17 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.