Realme C65 4G vs Samsung Galaxy A17

The Realme C65 4G (2024) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85, while the Samsung Galaxy A17 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G99; estimated prices are $125 and $147. Both devices score the same overall rating of 27/100. Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy A17 is faster in AnTuTu (602,971 vs 346,495).

Both devices scored the same rating of 27/100 — the choice comes down to your priorities.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme C65 4G
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 24
Battery 42
Design 68
Value for money 100
Samsung Galaxy A17
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 28
Battery 37
Design 62
Value for money 100
What makes Realme C65 4G better?
  • Faster charging: 45W vs 25W
  • Lighter: 185g vs 190g
  • Cheaper: $125 vs $147

  • Longer battery life (42/100 vs 37/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (68/100 vs 62/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy A17 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 602971 vs 346495
  • Better Geekbench Single: 760 vs 420
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 1890 vs 1364

  • Better camera (28/100 vs 24/100)
Comparison verdict

The Realme C65 4G and the Samsung Galaxy A17 received the same MobileRank rating — 27/100. In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 50/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 and the Realme C65 4G are nearly equal (28/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme C65 4G is a bit better (42/100 vs 37/100). In the "design" category, the Realme C65 4G is a bit better (68/100 vs 62/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

Realme C65 4G: The Realme C65 4G is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Samsung Galaxy A17: The Samsung Galaxy A17 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Realme C65 4G Samsung Galaxy A17
Processor MediaTek Helio G85 MediaTek Helio G99
AnTuTu 346495 602971
Geekbench Single 420 760
Geekbench Multi 1364 1890
Display 6.7" IPS LCD 6.7" Super AMOLED
Resolution 720x1604 1080x2340
Refresh rate 90 Hz 90 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 45W 25W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 5 MP
Front camera 8 MP 13 MP
RAM 6GB / 8GB 4GB / 6GB / 8GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 14, Realme UI 5.0 Android 15 / One UI 7
Brightness (peak) 625 nits 800 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP54 IP54
Dimensions 164.6×76.1×7.6 mm 164.4×77.9×7.5 mm
Weight 185 g 190 g
Price $125 $147
Camera comparison
Realme C65 4G
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 8MP
24
camera
Samsung Galaxy A17
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 5MP
  • Front: 13MP
28
camera
Display comparison
Realme C65 4G
  • 6.7" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1604
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Samsung Galaxy A17
  • 6.7" Super AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2340
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Battery and charging
Realme C65 4G
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • No wireless charging
42
battery
Samsung Galaxy A17
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 25W
  • No wireless charging
37
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Realme C65 4G and Samsung Galaxy A17, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Realme C65 4G MediaTek Helio G85
27/100
346495 AnTuTu
Samsung Galaxy A17 MediaTek Helio G99
27/100 +42.5%
602971 AnTuTu

Samsung Galaxy A17 leads Realme C65 4G by 42.5% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Realme C65 4G
$125
Samsung Galaxy A17
$147

Price difference: $22. Realme C65 4G is cheaper by $22.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 50/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 and the Realme C65 4G are nearly equal (28/100 vs 24/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Realme C65 4G is a bit better (42/100 vs 37/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Realme C65 4G is a bit better (68/100 vs 62/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme C65 4G or the Samsung Galaxy A17?

Both devices scored 27/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the Samsung Galaxy A17.

What is the rating of the Realme C65 4G and the Samsung Galaxy A17?

The Realme C65 4G has a MobileRank rating of 27/100, the Samsung Galaxy A17 — 27/100.

Should you choose the Realme C65 4G over the Samsung Galaxy A17?

The Realme C65 4G is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy A17 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.