Redmi 14C vs Samsung Galaxy M17
The Redmi 14C (2024) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra, while the Samsung Galaxy M17 (2025) runs on the Samsung Exynos 1330; launch prices were $120 and $130. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy M17 leads — 48/100 vs 31/100 (a 17-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi 14C has the bigger battery (5160 mAh vs 5000); the Samsung Galaxy M17 is faster in AnTuTu (607,489 vs 358,608).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 14C
Samsung Galaxy M17
What makes Redmi 14C better?
- Bigger battery: 5160 vs 5000 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $120 vs $130
- Overall rating 31/100
What makes Samsung Galaxy M17 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 607489 vs 358608
- Better Geekbench Single: 960 vs 432
- Better Geekbench Multi: 1826 vs 1416
- Faster charging: 25W vs 18W
- Lighter: 192g vs 204g
- Higher performance (46/100 vs 30/100)
- Better camera (33/100 vs 13/100)
- Longer battery life (52/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (67/100 vs 43/100)
- Better portability (69/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi 14C vs the Samsung Galaxy M17, the Samsung Galaxy M17 scores 17 points higher (48/100 vs 31/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 leads (46/100 vs 30/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 leads (33/100 vs 13/100). Value score: Redmi 14C — 44/100, 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 14C (46/100 vs 30/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 notably outperforms the Redmi 14C (67/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 notably outperforms the Redmi 14C (33/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 is a bit better (52/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 is a bit better (69/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi 14C | Samsung Galaxy M17 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra | Samsung Exynos 1330 | |
| AnTuTu | 358608 | 607489 | |
| Geekbench Single | 432 | 960 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1416 | 1826 | |
| Display | 6.9" IPS LCD | 6.7" Super AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1640 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 5160 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 25W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 63 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 5 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 14, HyperOS | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 600 nits | 1100 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 171.9×77.8×8.2 mm | 164.4×77.9×7.5 mm | |
| Weight | 204 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $120 | $130 |
Camera comparison
Redmi 14C
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 13MP
Samsung Galaxy M17
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
Redmi 14C
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1640
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Samsung Galaxy M17
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi 14C
- 5160 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy M17
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi 14C and Samsung Galaxy M17, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy M17 leads Redmi 14C by 41.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $10. Redmi 14C was $10 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 notably outperforms the Redmi 14C (46/100 vs 30/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 notably outperforms the Redmi 14C (67/100 vs 43/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 notably outperforms the Redmi 14C (33/100 vs 13/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 is a bit better (52/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 is a bit better (69/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 14C or the Samsung Galaxy M17?
The Samsung Galaxy M17 is noticeably better than the Redmi 14C — the overall rating gap is 17 points.
What is the rating of the Redmi 14C and the Samsung Galaxy M17?
The Redmi 14C has a MobileRank rating of 31/100, the Samsung Galaxy M17 — 48/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 14C or the Samsung Galaxy M17?
The Samsung Galaxy M17 leads on camera score (33/100 vs 13/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi 14C or the Samsung Galaxy M17?
The Samsung Galaxy M17 leads on performance (46/100 vs 30/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 14C over the Samsung Galaxy M17?
The Samsung Galaxy M17 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.