Redmi 13C vs Samsung Galaxy M17
The Redmi 13C (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85, while the Samsung Galaxy M17 (2025) runs on the Samsung Exynos 1330; launch prices were $130 and $130. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy M17 leads — 48/100 vs 36/100 (a 12-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy M17 is faster in AnTuTu (607,489 vs 348,562).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 13C
Samsung Galaxy M17
What makes Redmi 13C better?
- Longer battery life (66/100 vs 52/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy M17 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 607489 vs 348562
- Better Geekbench Single: 960 vs 419
- Better Geekbench Multi: 1826 vs 1461
- Higher performance (46/100 vs 29/100)
- Better camera (33/100 vs 13/100)
- Better display (67/100 vs 48/100)
- Better portability (69/100 vs 68/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi 13C vs the Samsung Galaxy M17, the Samsung Galaxy M17 scores 12 points higher (48/100 vs 36/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 leads (46/100 vs 29/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 leads (33/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi 13C leads (66/100 vs 52/100). Value score: Redmi 13C — 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 13C (46/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 notably outperforms the Redmi 13C (67/100 vs 48/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 notably outperforms the Redmi 13C (33/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi 13C is a bit better (66/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 and the Redmi 13C are nearly equal (69/100 vs 68/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi 13C | Samsung Galaxy M17 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G85 | Samsung Exynos 1330 | |
| AnTuTu | 348562 | 607489 | |
| Geekbench Single | 419 | 960 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1461 | 1826 | |
| 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 | |
| OS | — | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1100 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | — | 164.4×77.9×7.5 mm | |
| Weight | 192 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $130 | $130 |
Camera comparison
Redmi 13C
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 5MP
Samsung Galaxy M17
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
Redmi 13C
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Samsung Galaxy M17
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi 13C
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Samsung Galaxy M17
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi 13C and Samsung Galaxy M17, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy M17 leads Redmi 13C by 42.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $0. Same launch price.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 notably outperforms the Redmi 13C (46/100 vs 29/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 notably outperforms the Redmi 13C (67/100 vs 48/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 notably outperforms the Redmi 13C (33/100 vs 13/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi 13C is a bit better (66/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 and the Redmi 13C are nearly equal (69/100 vs 68/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 13C or the Samsung Galaxy M17?
The Samsung Galaxy M17 is noticeably better than the Redmi 13C — the overall rating gap is 12 points.
What is the rating of the Redmi 13C and the Samsung Galaxy M17?
The Redmi 13C has a MobileRank rating of 36/100, the Samsung Galaxy M17 — 48/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 13C or the Samsung Galaxy M17?
The Samsung Galaxy M17 leads on camera score (33/100 vs 13/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi 13C or the Samsung Galaxy M17?
The Samsung Galaxy M17 leads on performance (46/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 13C over the Samsung Galaxy M17?
The Samsung Galaxy M17 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.