Redmi 17C vs Samsung Galaxy A03
Comparing the Redmi 17C (2026) and the Samsung Galaxy A03 (2022) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi 17C leads — 25/100 vs 16/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi 17C has the bigger battery (5160 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 48 MP.
Redmi 17C
Samsung Galaxy A03
- Bigger battery: 5160 vs 5000 mAh
- Longer battery life (40/100 vs 36/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
- Better main camera: 48MP vs 13MP
- Lighter: 196g vs 206g
- Better camera (23/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (55/100 vs 42/100)
Comparing the Redmi 17C vs the Samsung Galaxy A03, the Redmi 17C scores 9 points higher (25/100 vs 16/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A03 leads (23/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 17C leads (100/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Redmi 17C significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A03 notably outperforms the Redmi 17C (23/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi 17C and the Samsung Galaxy A03 are nearly equal (40/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A03 is a bit better (55/100 vs 42/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 17C significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 (100/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Redmi 17C | Samsung Galaxy A03 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra | — | |
| AnTuTu | 358383 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 432 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1416 | — | |
| Display | 6.9" IPS LCD | 6.5" PLS TFT | |
| Resolution | 720x1640 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 5160 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | — | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 48 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 3GB / 4GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 32GB / 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 11 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 600 nits | — | |
| NFC | no | no | |
| Dimensions | — | 164.2×75.9×9.1 mm | |
| Weight | 206 g | 196 g | |
| Price | $100 | — |
Redmi 17C
- Main: 13MP f/2.2
- Front: 5MP
Samsung Galaxy A03
- Main: 48MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 5MP
Redmi 17C
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1640
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A03
- 6.5" PLS TFT
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Redmi 17C
- 5160 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy A03
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy A03
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi 17C significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A03 notably outperforms the Redmi 17C (23/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi 17C and the Samsung Galaxy A03 are nearly equal (40/100 vs 36/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A03 is a bit better (55/100 vs 42/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 17C significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 (100/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Redmi 17C or the Samsung Galaxy A03?
The Redmi 17C edges out the Samsung Galaxy A03 by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Redmi 17C and the Samsung Galaxy A03?
The Redmi 17C has a MobileRank rating of 25/100, the Samsung Galaxy A03 — 16/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 17C or the Samsung Galaxy A03?
The Samsung Galaxy A03 leads on camera score (23/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 17C over the Samsung Galaxy A03?
The Redmi 17C is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy A03 is a better fit for everyday use.