Realme P4 Lite vs Samsung Galaxy A17

The Realme P4 Lite (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300, while the Samsung Galaxy A17 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G99; launch prices were $130 and $147. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy A17 leads — 45/100 vs 40/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the Realme P4 Lite has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy A17 is faster in AnTuTu (552,286 vs 524,785); the Samsung Galaxy A17 has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme P4 Lite doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy A17 is noticeably lighter (190g vs 212g).

The Samsung Galaxy A17 edges out the Realme P4 Lite by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme P4 Lite
Performance 43
Display 65
Camera 10
Battery 55
Portability 48
Value for money 60
Samsung Galaxy A17
Performance 43
Display 67
Camera 33
Battery 44
Portability 70
Value for money 66
What makes Realme P4 Lite better?
  • Better Geekbench Single: 771 vs 727
  • Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
  • Cheaper at launch: $130 vs $147

  • Longer battery life (55/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy A17 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 552286 vs 524785
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 2047 vs 1980
  • Faster charging: 25W vs 15W
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
  • Lighter: 190g vs 212g

  • Better camera (33/100 vs 10/100)
  • Better display (67/100 vs 65/100)
  • Better portability (70/100 vs 48/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Realme P4 Lite vs the Samsung Galaxy A17, the Samsung Galaxy A17 scores 5 points higher (45/100 vs 40/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 leads (33/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme P4 Lite leads (55/100 vs 44/100). Value score: Realme P4 Lite — 60/100, 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, both devices are on the same level — 43/100. In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 and the Realme P4 Lite are nearly equal (67/100 vs 65/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 notably outperforms the Realme P4 Lite (33/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme P4 Lite is a bit better (55/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 notably outperforms the Realme P4 Lite (70/100 vs 48/100).

Realme P4 Lite: The Realme P4 Lite is a better fit for everyday use.
Samsung Galaxy A17: The Samsung Galaxy A17 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Realme P4 Lite Samsung Galaxy A17
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 6300 MediaTek Helio G99
AnTuTu 524785 552286
Geekbench Single 771 727
Geekbench Multi 1980 2047
Display 6.8" IPS LCD 6.7" Super AMOLED
Resolution 720x1570 1080x2340
Refresh rate 144 Hz 90 Hz
Battery 7000 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 15W 25W
Main camera 13 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 5 MP
Front camera 5 MP 13 MP
RAM 4GB / 6GB 4GB / 6GB / 8GB
Storage 64GB / 128GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 16, up to 2 major Android upgrades, Realme UI 7.0 Android 15 / One UI 7
Brightness (peak) 900 nits 800 nits
NFC no yes
Protection IP64 IP54
Dimensions 166.3×78.1×8.4 mm 164.4×77.9×7.5 mm
Weight 212 g 190 g
Launch price $130 $147
Camera comparison
Realme P4 Lite
  • Main: 13MP f/f/2.2
  • Front: 5MP
10
camera
Samsung Galaxy A17
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 5MP
  • Front: 13MP
33
camera
Display comparison
Realme P4 Lite
  • 6.8" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1570
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
65
display
Samsung Galaxy A17
  • 6.7" Super AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2340
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
67
display
Battery and charging
Realme P4 Lite
  • 7000 mAh
  • Wired: 15W
  • No wireless charging
55
battery
Samsung Galaxy A17
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 25W
  • No wireless charging
44
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Realme P4 Lite and Samsung Galaxy A17, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Realme P4 Lite MediaTek Dimensity 6300
40/100
524785 AnTuTu
Samsung Galaxy A17 MediaTek Helio G99
45/100 +5.0%
552286 AnTuTu

Samsung Galaxy A17 leads Realme P4 Lite by 5.0% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Realme P4 Lite
$130
Samsung Galaxy A17
$147

Launch price difference: $17. Realme P4 Lite was $17 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 43/100.

display

In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 and the Realme P4 Lite are nearly equal (67/100 vs 65/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 notably outperforms the Realme P4 Lite (33/100 vs 10/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Realme P4 Lite is a bit better (55/100 vs 44/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 notably outperforms the Realme P4 Lite (70/100 vs 48/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme P4 Lite or the Samsung Galaxy A17?

The Samsung Galaxy A17 edges out the Realme P4 Lite by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Realme P4 Lite and the Samsung Galaxy A17?

The Realme P4 Lite has a MobileRank rating of 40/100, the Samsung Galaxy A17 — 45/100.

Which has the better camera: the Realme P4 Lite or the Samsung Galaxy A17?

The Samsung Galaxy A17 leads on camera score (33/100 vs 10/100).

Should you choose the Realme P4 Lite over the Samsung Galaxy A17?

The Realme P4 Lite is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy A17 is a better fit for everyday use.