Redmi 13C vs Samsung Galaxy A17
The Redmi 13C (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85, 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 36/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy A17 is faster in AnTuTu (554,590 vs 348,562).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 13C
Samsung Galaxy A17
What makes Redmi 13C better?
- Cheaper at launch: $130 vs $147
- Longer battery life (66/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy A17 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 554590 vs 348562
- Better Geekbench Single: 727 vs 419
- Better Geekbench Multi: 2047 vs 1461
- Lighter: 190g vs 192g
- Higher performance (43/100 vs 29/100)
- Better camera (33/100 vs 13/100)
- Better display (67/100 vs 48/100)
- Better portability (70/100 vs 68/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi 13C vs the Samsung Galaxy A17, the Samsung Galaxy A17 scores 9 points higher (45/100 vs 36/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 leads (43/100 vs 29/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 leads (33/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi 13C leads (66/100 vs 44/100). Value score: Redmi 13C — 52/100, Samsung Galaxy A17 — 66/100; 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 A17 is a bit better (43/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 notably outperforms the Redmi 13C (67/100 vs 48/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 notably outperforms the Redmi 13C (33/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi 13C notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 (66/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 and the Redmi 13C are nearly equal (70/100 vs 68/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi 13C | Samsung Galaxy A17 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G85 | MediaTek Helio G99 | |
| AnTuTu | 348562 | 554590 | |
| Geekbench Single | 419 | 727 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1461 | 2047 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.7" Super AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 25W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 63 | — | |
| 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 15 / One UI 7 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 800 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | — | 164.4×77.9×7.5 mm | |
| Weight | 192 g | 190 g | |
| Launch price | $130 | $147 |
Camera comparison
Redmi 13C
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 5MP
Samsung Galaxy A17
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
Redmi 13C
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A17
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi 13C
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Samsung Galaxy A17
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi 13C and Samsung Galaxy A17, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy A17 leads Redmi 13C by 37.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $17. Redmi 13C was $17 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 is a bit better (43/100 vs 29/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 notably outperforms the Redmi 13C (67/100 vs 48/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 notably outperforms the Redmi 13C (33/100 vs 13/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi 13C notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 (66/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 and the Redmi 13C are nearly equal (70/100 vs 68/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 13C or the Samsung Galaxy A17?
The Samsung Galaxy A17 edges out the Redmi 13C by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Redmi 13C and the Samsung Galaxy A17?
The Redmi 13C has a MobileRank rating of 36/100, the Samsung Galaxy A17 — 45/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 13C or the Samsung Galaxy A17?
The Samsung Galaxy A17 leads on camera score (33/100 vs 13/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi 13C or the Samsung Galaxy A17?
The Samsung Galaxy A17 leads on performance (43/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 13C over the Samsung Galaxy A17?
Neither model stands out enough to recommend it for a specific use case: the clearest difference is battery life — better on the Redmi 13C (66/100 vs 44/100).