Redmi 15C vs Samsung Galaxy M17
The Redmi 15C (2026) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85, 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 36/100 (a 12-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi 15C has the bigger battery (5160 mAh vs 5000); the Samsung Galaxy M17 is faster in AnTuTu (607,489 vs 348,562).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 15C
Samsung Galaxy M17
What makes Redmi 15C better?
- Bigger battery: 5160 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 33W vs 25W
- Cheaper at launch: $120 vs $130
- Overall rating 36/100
What makes Samsung Galaxy M17 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 607489 vs 348562
- Better Geekbench Single: 960 vs 419
- Better Geekbench Multi: 1826 vs 1461
- Lighter: 192g vs 200g
- Higher performance (46/100 vs 29/100)
- Better camera (33/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (52/100 vs 49/100)
- Better display (67/100 vs 43/100)
- Better portability (69/100 vs 57/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi 15C 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). Value score: Redmi 15C — 54/100, 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 15C (46/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 notably outperforms the Redmi 15C (67/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 and the Redmi 15C are nearly equal (33/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 and the Redmi 15C are nearly equal (52/100 vs 49/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 is a bit better (69/100 vs 57/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi 15C | Samsung Galaxy M17 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G85 | Samsung Exynos 1330 | |
| AnTuTu | 348562 | 607489 | |
| Geekbench Single | 419 | 960 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1461 | 1826 | |
| Display | 6.9" IPS LCD | 6.7" Super AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 5160 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 25W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 5 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 15, up to 2 major Android upgrades, HyperOS 2 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 810 nits | 1100 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 173.2×81.1×8.2 mm | 164.4×77.9×7.5 mm | |
| Weight | 200 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $120 | $130 |
Camera comparison
Redmi 15C
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy M17
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
Redmi 15C
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Samsung Galaxy M17
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi 15C
- 5160 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy M17
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi 15C and Samsung Galaxy M17, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy M17 leads Redmi 15C by 42.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $10. Redmi 15C was $10 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 notably outperforms the Redmi 15C (46/100 vs 29/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 notably outperforms the Redmi 15C (67/100 vs 43/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 and the Redmi 15C are nearly equal (33/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 and the Redmi 15C are nearly equal (52/100 vs 49/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 is a bit better (69/100 vs 57/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 15C or the Samsung Galaxy M17?
The Samsung Galaxy M17 is noticeably better than the Redmi 15C — the overall rating gap is 12 points.
What is the rating of the Redmi 15C and the Samsung Galaxy M17?
The Redmi 15C has a MobileRank rating of 36/100, the Samsung Galaxy M17 — 48/100.
Which is more powerful: the Redmi 15C or the Samsung Galaxy M17?
The Samsung Galaxy M17 leads on performance (46/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 15C over the Samsung Galaxy M17?
The Samsung Galaxy M17 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.