Realme C100i vs Samsung Galaxy A17
The Realme C100i (2026) runs on the Unisoc T7250, while the Samsung Galaxy A17 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G99; launch prices were $119 and $147. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy A17 leads — 45/100 vs 34/100 (a 11-point difference). Key differences: the Realme C100i has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 8 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy A17 has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme C100i doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy A17 is noticeably lighter (190g vs 208g).
Realme C100i
Samsung Galaxy A17
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $119 vs $147
- Longer battery life (55/100 vs 44/100)
- Better Geekbench Single: 727 vs 600
- Better Geekbench Multi: 2047 vs 1800
- Faster charging: 25W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 8MP
- Lighter: 190g vs 208g
- Higher performance (43/100 vs 32/100)
- Better camera (33/100 vs 10/100)
- Better display (67/100 vs 55/100)
- Better portability (70/100 vs 50/100)
Comparing the Realme C100i vs the Samsung Galaxy A17, the Samsung Galaxy A17 scores 11 points higher (45/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 leads (43/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 leads (33/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme C100i leads (55/100 vs 44/100). Value score: Realme C100i — 50/100, Samsung Galaxy A17 — 66/100; 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 A17 is a bit better (43/100 vs 32/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 is a bit better (67/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 notably outperforms the Realme C100i (33/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme C100i is a bit better (55/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 notably outperforms the Realme C100i (70/100 vs 50/100).
| Specification | Realme C100i | Samsung Galaxy A17 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T7250 | MediaTek Helio G99 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 552286 | |
| Geekbench Single | 600 | 727 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1800 | 2047 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.7" Super AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1570 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 25W | |
| Main camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 5 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15 / One UI 7 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 800 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 166.5×78.2×8.4 mm | 164.4×77.9×7.5 mm | |
| Weight | 208 g | 190 g | |
| Launch price | $119 | $147 |
Realme C100i
- Main: 8MP f/f/2.0
- Front: 5MP
Samsung Galaxy A17
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 13MP
Realme C100i
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1570
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A17
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Realme C100i
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy A17
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Launch price difference: $28. Realme C100i was $28 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 is a bit better (43/100 vs 32/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 is a bit better (67/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 notably outperforms the Realme C100i (33/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme C100i is a bit better (55/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 notably outperforms the Realme C100i (70/100 vs 50/100).
Which is better: the Realme C100i or the Samsung Galaxy A17?
The Samsung Galaxy A17 is noticeably better than the Realme C100i — the overall rating gap is 11 points.
What is the rating of the Realme C100i and the Samsung Galaxy A17?
The Realme C100i has a MobileRank rating of 34/100, the Samsung Galaxy A17 — 45/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme C100i or the Samsung Galaxy A17?
The Samsung Galaxy A17 leads on camera score (33/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme C100i or the Samsung Galaxy A17?
The Samsung Galaxy A17 leads on performance (43/100 vs 32/100).
Should you choose the Realme C100i over the Samsung Galaxy A17?
The Realme C100i is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy A17 is a better fit for everyday use.