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 (607,137 vs 362,744).
Redmi 12
Samsung Galaxy M17
- Longer battery life (66/100 vs 52/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 607137 vs 362744
- Better Geekbench Single: 952 vs 430
- Better Geekbench Multi: 1963 vs 1375
- Lighter: 192g vs 198g
- Cheaper at launch: $130 vs $150
- Higher performance (47/100 vs 29/100)
- Better camera (33/100 vs 30/100)
- Better display (67/100 vs 48/100)
- Better portability (69/100 vs 61/100)
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 (47/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi 12 leads (66/100 vs 52/100). Value score: Redmi 12 — 54/100, Samsung Galaxy M17 — 76/100; 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 M17 notably outperforms the Redmi 12 (47/100 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).
| Specification | Redmi 12 | Samsung Galaxy M17 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G88 | Samsung Exynos 1330 | |
| AnTuTu | 362744 | 607137 | |
| Geekbench Single | 430 | 952 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1375 | 1963 | |
| 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 |
Redmi 12
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy M17
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 13MP
Redmi 12
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Samsung Galaxy M17
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Redmi 12
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Samsung Galaxy M17
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless charging: no data
We compared Redmi 12 and Samsung Galaxy M17, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy M17 leads Redmi 12 by 40.3% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $20. Samsung Galaxy M17 was $20 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 notably outperforms the Redmi 12 (47/100 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).
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 (47/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 12 over the Samsung Galaxy M17?
The Redmi 12 is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy M17 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.