Realme C100x vs Samsung Galaxy M17
Comparing the Realme C100x (2026) and the Samsung Galaxy M17 (2025) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme C100x leads — 31/100 vs 26/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the Realme C100x has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 5000).
Realme C100x
Samsung Galaxy M17
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Longer battery life (52/100 vs 37/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
- Better camera (28/100 vs 24/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (60/100 vs 50/100)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Realme C100x vs the Samsung Galaxy M17, the Realme C100x scores 5 points higher (31/100 vs 26/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme C100x leads (52/100 vs 37/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 leads (100/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Realme C100x significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17 (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 and the Realme C100x are nearly equal (28/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme C100x notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17 (52/100 vs 37/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 is a bit better (60/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 significantly outperforms the Realme C100x (100/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Realme C100x | Samsung Galaxy M17 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | — | Samsung Exynos 1330 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 607137 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 952 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 1963 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.7" Super AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1640 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 7500 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 25W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 5 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1100 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | — | 164.4×77.9×7.5 mm | |
| Weight | — | 192 g | |
| Price | — | $130 |
Realme C100x
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 5MP
Samsung Galaxy M17
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 13MP
Realme C100x
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1640
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy M17
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Realme C100x
- 7500 mAh
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy M17
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Realme C100x
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Realme C100x significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17 (100/100 vs 50/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 and the Realme C100x are nearly equal (28/100 vs 24/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme C100x notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17 (52/100 vs 37/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 is a bit better (60/100 vs 50/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 significantly outperforms the Realme C100x (100/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Realme C100x or the Samsung Galaxy M17?
The Realme C100x edges out the Samsung Galaxy M17 by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Realme C100x and the Samsung Galaxy M17?
The Realme C100x has a MobileRank rating of 31/100, the Samsung Galaxy M17 — 26/100.
Should you choose the Realme C100x over the Samsung Galaxy M17?
The Realme C100x is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy M17 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.