Poco M7 vs Samsung Galaxy M17e
The Poco M7 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 685, while the Samsung Galaxy M17e (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300; launch prices were $110 and $140. Both devices score the same overall rating of 43/100. Key differences: the Poco M7 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 6000); the Samsung Galaxy M17e is faster in AnTuTu (524,785 vs 467,392); the Samsung Galaxy M17e is noticeably lighter (199g vs 224g).
Poco M7
Samsung Galaxy M17e
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 33W vs 25W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $110 vs $140
- Longer battery life (58/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (74/100 vs 55/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 524785 vs 467392
- Better Geekbench Single: 771 vs 466
- Better Geekbench Multi: 1980 vs 1396
- Lighter: 199g vs 224g
- Higher performance (43/100 vs 33/100)
- Better portability (57/100 vs 43/100)
The Poco M7 and the Samsung Galaxy M17e received the same MobileRank rating — 43/100. In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17e leads (43/100 vs 33/100). Value score: Poco M7 — 70/100, 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 is a bit better (43/100 vs 33/100). In the "display" category, the Poco M7 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17e (74/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 30/100. In the "battery" category, the Poco M7 is a bit better (58/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17e is a bit better (57/100 vs 43/100).
| Specification | Poco M7 | Samsung Galaxy M17e | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | |
| AnTuTu | 467392 | 524785 | |
| Geekbench Single | 466 | 771 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1396 | 1980 | |
| Display | 6.9" IPS LCD | 6.7" PLS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 25W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16, up to 6 major Android upgrades, One UI 8 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 600 nits | 800 nits | |
| NFC | no | no | |
| Protection | — | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 171.9×77.8×8.2 mm | 167.4×77.4×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 224 g | 199 g | |
| Launch price | $110 | $140 |
Poco M7
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy M17e
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Poco M7
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Samsung Galaxy M17e
- 6.7" PLS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Poco M7
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy M17e
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
We compared Poco M7 and Samsung Galaxy M17e, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy M17e leads Poco M7 by 10.9% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $30. Poco M7 was $30 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17e is a bit better (43/100 vs 33/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco M7 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17e (74/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 30/100.
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco M7 is a bit better (58/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17e is a bit better (57/100 vs 43/100).
Which is better: the Poco M7 or the Samsung Galaxy M17e?
Both devices scored 43/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the Samsung Galaxy M17e.
What is the rating of the Poco M7 and the Samsung Galaxy M17e?
The Poco M7 has a MobileRank rating of 43/100, the Samsung Galaxy M17e — 43/100.
Which is more powerful: the Poco M7 or the Samsung Galaxy M17e?
The Samsung Galaxy M17e leads on performance (43/100 vs 33/100).
Should you choose the Poco M7 over the Samsung Galaxy M17e?
The Poco M7 is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy M17e is a better fit for everyday use.