Redmi 12 vs Samsung Galaxy M17
The Redmi 12 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G88, while the Samsung Galaxy M17 (2025) runs on the Samsung Exynos 1330; launch prices were $150 and $130. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy M17 leads — 48/100 vs 39/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy M17 is faster in AnTuTu (607,489 vs 365,001).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 12
Samsung Galaxy M17
What makes Redmi 12 better?
- Longer battery life (66/100 vs 52/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy M17 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 607489 vs 365001
- Better Geekbench Single: 960 vs 430
- Better Geekbench Multi: 1826 vs 1375
- Lighter: 192g vs 198g
- Cheaper at launch: $130 vs $150
- Higher performance (46/100 vs 29/100)
- Better camera (33/100 vs 30/100)
- Better display (67/100 vs 48/100)
- Better portability (69/100 vs 61/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi 12 vs the Samsung Galaxy M17, the Samsung Galaxy M17 scores 9 points higher (48/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 leads (46/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi 12 leads (66/100 vs 52/100). Value score: Redmi 12 — 52/100, Samsung Galaxy M17 — 76/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 notably outperforms the Redmi 12 (46/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 notably outperforms the Redmi 12 (67/100 vs 48/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 and the Redmi 12 are nearly equal (33/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi 12 is a bit better (66/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 is a bit better (69/100 vs 61/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi 12 | Samsung Galaxy M17 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G88 | Samsung Exynos 1330 | |
| AnTuTu | 365001 | 607489 | |
| Geekbench Single | 430 | 960 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1375 | 1826 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.7" Super AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 25W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 5 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 8GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB | |
| OS | — | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1100 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | — | 164.4×77.9×7.5 mm | |
| Weight | 198 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $150 | $130 |
Camera comparison
Redmi 12
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy M17
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
Redmi 12
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Samsung Galaxy M17
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi 12
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Samsung Galaxy M17
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi 12 and Samsung Galaxy M17, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy M17 leads Redmi 12 by 39.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $20. Samsung Galaxy M17 was $20 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 notably outperforms the Redmi 12 (46/100 vs 29/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 notably outperforms the Redmi 12 (67/100 vs 48/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 and the Redmi 12 are nearly equal (33/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi 12 is a bit better (66/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 is a bit better (69/100 vs 61/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 12 or the Samsung Galaxy M17?
The Samsung Galaxy M17 edges out the Redmi 12 by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Redmi 12 and the Samsung Galaxy M17?
The Redmi 12 has a MobileRank rating of 39/100, the Samsung Galaxy M17 — 48/100.
Which is more powerful: the Redmi 12 or the Samsung Galaxy M17?
The Samsung Galaxy M17 leads on performance (46/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 12 over the Samsung Galaxy M17?
The Samsung Galaxy M17 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.