Redmi 15 vs Samsung Galaxy M17
The Redmi 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 685, while the Samsung Galaxy M17 (2025) runs on the Samsung Exynos 1330; launch prices were $180 and $130. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy M17 leads — 48/100 vs 43/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi 15 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the Samsung Galaxy M17 is faster in AnTuTu (607,489 vs 476,175); the Samsung Galaxy M17 is noticeably lighter (192g vs 214g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 15
Samsung Galaxy M17
What makes Redmi 15 better?
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 33W vs 25W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Longer battery life (58/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (74/100 vs 67/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy M17 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 607489 vs 476175
- Better Geekbench Single: 960 vs 466
- Better Geekbench Multi: 1826 vs 1396
- Lighter: 192g vs 214g
- Cheaper at launch: $130 vs $180
- Higher performance (46/100 vs 34/100)
- Better camera (33/100 vs 30/100)
- Better portability (69/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi 15 vs the Samsung Galaxy M17, the Samsung Galaxy M17 scores 5 points higher (48/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 leads (46/100 vs 34/100). Value score: Redmi 15 — 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 is a bit better (46/100 vs 34/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi 15 is a bit better (74/100 vs 67/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 and the Redmi 15 are nearly equal (33/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi 15 is a bit better (58/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 notably outperforms the Redmi 15 (69/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi 15 | Samsung Galaxy M17 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 | Samsung Exynos 1330 | |
| AnTuTu | 476175 | 607489 | |
| Geekbench Single | 466 | 960 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1396 | 1826 | |
| Display | 6.9" IPS LCD | 6.7" Super AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2340x1080 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 25W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 5 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Xiaomi HyperOS 2 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 850 nits | 1100 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 169.5×80.5×8.4 mm | 164.4×77.9×7.5 mm | |
| Weight | 214 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $180 | $130 |
Camera comparison
Redmi 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy M17
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
Redmi 15
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Samsung Galaxy M17
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi 15
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy M17
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi 15 and Samsung Galaxy M17, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy M17 leads Redmi 15 by 21.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $50. Samsung Galaxy M17 was $50 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 is a bit better (46/100 vs 34/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi 15 is a bit better (74/100 vs 67/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 and the Redmi 15 are nearly equal (33/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi 15 is a bit better (58/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 notably outperforms the Redmi 15 (69/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 15 or the Samsung Galaxy M17?
The Samsung Galaxy M17 edges out the Redmi 15 by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Redmi 15 and the Samsung Galaxy M17?
The Redmi 15 has a MobileRank rating of 43/100, the Samsung Galaxy M17 — 48/100.
Which is more powerful: the Redmi 15 or the Samsung Galaxy M17?
The Samsung Galaxy M17 leads on performance (46/100 vs 34/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 15 over the Samsung Galaxy M17?
The Samsung Galaxy M17 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.