Redmi 17C vs Samsung Galaxy A04
The Redmi 17C (2026) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra, while the Samsung Galaxy A04 (2022) runs on the Unisoc; estimated prices are $100 and $135. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi 17C leads — 25/100 vs 19/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi 17C has the bigger battery (5160 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP.
Redmi 17C
Samsung Galaxy A04
- Bigger battery: 5160 vs 5000 mAh
- Cheaper: $100 vs $135
- Longer battery life (40/100 vs 36/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Lighter: 192g vs 206g
- Better camera (24/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (60/100 vs 42/100)
Comparing the Redmi 17C vs the Samsung Galaxy A04, the Redmi 17C scores 6 points higher (25/100 vs 19/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04 leads (24/100 vs 0/100). 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 A04 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04 notably outperforms the Redmi 17C (24/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi 17C and the Samsung Galaxy A04 are nearly equal (40/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04 notably outperforms the Redmi 17C (60/100 vs 42/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
| Specification | Redmi 17C | Samsung Galaxy A04 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra | Unisoc | |
| AnTuTu | 358383 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 432 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1416 | — | |
| Display | 6.9" IPS LCD | 6.5" PLS LCD | |
| Resolution | 720x1640 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 5160 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | — | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 3GB / 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 32GB / 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 12, One UI Core 4.1 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 600 nits | — | |
| NFC | no | no | |
| Dimensions | — | 164.4×76.3×9.1 mm | |
| Weight | 206 g | 192 g | |
| Price | $100 | $135 |
Redmi 17C
- Main: 13MP f/2.2
- Front: 5MP
Samsung Galaxy A04
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 5MP
Redmi 17C
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1640
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A04
- 6.5" PLS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Redmi 17C
- 5160 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy A04
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Price difference: $35. Redmi 17C is cheaper by $35.
performance
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 A04 (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04 notably outperforms the Redmi 17C (24/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi 17C and the Samsung Galaxy A04 are nearly equal (40/100 vs 36/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04 notably outperforms the Redmi 17C (60/100 vs 42/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
Which is better: the Redmi 17C or the Samsung Galaxy A04?
The Redmi 17C edges out the Samsung Galaxy A04 by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Redmi 17C and the Samsung Galaxy A04?
The Redmi 17C has a MobileRank rating of 25/100, the Samsung Galaxy A04 — 19/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 17C or the Samsung Galaxy A04?
The Samsung Galaxy A04 leads on camera score (24/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 17C over the Samsung Galaxy A04?
The Redmi 17C is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy A04 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.