Redmi 17C vs Samsung Galaxy A05
The Redmi 17C (2026) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra, while the Samsung Galaxy A05 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85; estimated prices are $100 and $89. Both devices score the same overall rating of 33/100. Key differences: the Redmi 17C has the bigger battery (5160 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi 17C is faster in AnTuTu (358,383 vs 346,495).
Redmi 17C
Samsung Galaxy A05
- Higher AnTuTu: 358383 vs 346495
- Better Geekbench Single: 432 vs 420
- Better Geekbench Multi: 1416 vs 1364
- Bigger battery: 5160 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher performance (30/100 vs 29/100)
- Longer battery life (54/100 vs 44/100)
- Better display (55/100 vs 32/100)
- Faster charging: 25W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Lighter: 195g vs 206g
- Cheaper: $89 vs $100
- Better camera (30/100 vs 10/100)
The Redmi 17C and the Samsung Galaxy A05 received the same MobileRank rating — 33/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A05 leads (30/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi 17C leads (54/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi 17C and the Samsung Galaxy A05 are nearly equal (30/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi 17C notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A05 (55/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A05 notably outperforms the Redmi 17C (30/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi 17C is a bit better (54/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 53/100.
| Specification | Redmi 17C | Samsung Galaxy A05 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra | MediaTek Helio G85 | |
| AnTuTu | 358383 | 346495 | |
| Geekbench Single | 432 | 420 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1416 | 1364 | |
| Display | 6.9" IPS LCD | 6.7" | |
| Resolution | 720x1640 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 5160 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 25W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 600 nits | — | |
| NFC | no | no | |
| Dimensions | — | 168.8×78.2×8.8 mm | |
| Weight | 206 g | 195 g | |
| Price | $100 | $89 |
Redmi 17C
- Main: 13MP f/2.2
- Front: 5MP
Samsung Galaxy A05
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Redmi 17C
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1640
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A05
- 6.7"
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Redmi 17C
- 5160 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless charging: no data
Samsung Galaxy A05
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
We compared Redmi 17C and Samsung Galaxy A05, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi 17C leads Samsung Galaxy A05 by 3.4% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $11. Samsung Galaxy A05 is cheaper by $11.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi 17C and the Samsung Galaxy A05 are nearly equal (30/100 vs 29/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi 17C notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A05 (55/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A05 notably outperforms the Redmi 17C (30/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi 17C is a bit better (54/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 53/100.
Which is better: the Redmi 17C or the Samsung Galaxy A05?
Both devices scored 33/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the Redmi 17C.
What is the rating of the Redmi 17C and the Samsung Galaxy A05?
The Redmi 17C has a MobileRank rating of 33/100, the Samsung Galaxy A05 — 33/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 17C or the Samsung Galaxy A05?
The Samsung Galaxy A05 leads on camera score (30/100 vs 10/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 17C over the Samsung Galaxy A05?
The Redmi 17C is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy A05 is a better fit for everyday use.