Redmi 13C 4G vs Samsung Galaxy A17

The Redmi 13C 4G (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G99, while the Samsung Galaxy A17 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G99; estimated prices are $130 and $147. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy A17 leads — 27/100 vs 25/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy A17 is faster in AnTuTu (602,971 vs 408,000); the Samsung Galaxy A17 has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi 13C 4G doesn't.

The Samsung Galaxy A17 edges out the Redmi 13C 4G by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 13C 4G
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 24
Battery 36
Design 50
Value for money 100
Samsung Galaxy A17
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 28
Battery 37
Design 62
Value for money 100
What makes Redmi 13C 4G better?
  • Cheaper: $130 vs $147

  • Overall rating 25/100
What makes Samsung Galaxy A17 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 602971 vs 408000
  • Faster charging: 25W vs 10W

  • Better camera (28/100 vs 24/100)
  • Longer battery life (37/100 vs 36/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (62/100 vs 50/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi 13C 4G vs the Samsung Galaxy A17, the Samsung Galaxy A17 scores 2 points higher (27/100 vs 25/100). 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 Redmi 13C 4G are nearly equal (28/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 and the Redmi 13C 4G are nearly equal (37/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 is a bit better (62/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

Redmi 13C 4G: The Redmi 13C 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 Redmi 13C 4G Samsung Galaxy A17
Processor MediaTek Helio G99 MediaTek Helio G99
AnTuTu 408000 602971
Geekbench Single 760 760
Geekbench Multi 1890 1890
Display 6.7" IPS LCD 6.7" Super AMOLED
Resolution 720x1650 1080x2340
Refresh rate 90 Hz 90 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 10W 25W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 5 MP
Front camera 5 MP 13 MP
RAM 4GB / 6GB / 8GB 4GB / 6GB / 8GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 12, MIUI 14 Android 15 / One UI 7
Brightness (peak) 600 nits 800 nits
NFC no yes
Protection IP54
Dimensions 164.4×77.9×7.5 mm
Weight 190 g
Price $130 $147
Camera comparison
Redmi 13C 4G
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 5MP
24
camera
Samsung Galaxy A17
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 5MP
  • Front: 13MP
28
camera
Display comparison
Redmi 13C 4G
  • 6.7" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1650
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Samsung Galaxy A17
  • 6.7" Super AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2340
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Battery and charging
Redmi 13C 4G
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 10W
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
Samsung Galaxy A17
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 25W
  • No wireless charging
37
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Redmi 13C 4G and Samsung Galaxy A17, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi 13C 4G MediaTek Helio G99
25/100
408000 AnTuTu
Samsung Galaxy A17 MediaTek Helio G99
27/100 +32.3%
602971 AnTuTu

Samsung Galaxy A17 leads Redmi 13C 4G by 32.3% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi 13C 4G
$130
Samsung Galaxy A17
$147

Price difference: $17. Redmi 13C 4G is cheaper by $17.

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 Redmi 13C 4G are nearly equal (28/100 vs 24/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 and the Redmi 13C 4G are nearly equal (37/100 vs 36/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 is a bit better (62/100 vs 50/100).

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 Redmi 13C 4G or the Samsung Galaxy A17?

The Samsung Galaxy A17 edges out the Redmi 13C 4G by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Redmi 13C 4G and the Samsung Galaxy A17?

The Redmi 13C 4G has a MobileRank rating of 25/100, the Samsung Galaxy A17 — 27/100.

Should you choose the Redmi 13C 4G over the Samsung Galaxy A17?

The Redmi 13C 4G is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy A17 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.