Redmi 17C vs Samsung Galaxy A07
The Redmi 17C (2026) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra, while the Samsung Galaxy A07 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G99; launch prices were $100 and $120. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy A07 leads — 40/100 vs 32/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi 17C has the bigger battery (5160 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy A07 is faster in AnTuTu (528,428 vs 358,608); the Samsung Galaxy A07 is noticeably lighter (184g vs 206g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 17C
Samsung Galaxy A07
What makes Redmi 17C better?
- Bigger battery: 5160 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $100 vs $120
- Longer battery life (46/100 vs 44/100)
- Better display (55/100 vs 43/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy A07 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 528428 vs 358608
- Better Geekbench Single: 727 vs 432
- Better Geekbench Multi: 2047 vs 1416
- Faster charging: 25W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Lighter: 184g vs 206g
- Higher performance (42/100 vs 30/100)
- Better camera (30/100 vs 10/100)
- Better portability (67/100 vs 53/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi 17C vs the Samsung Galaxy A07, the Samsung Galaxy A07 scores 8 points higher (40/100 vs 32/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy A07 leads (42/100 vs 30/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A07 leads (30/100 vs 10/100). Value score: Redmi 17C — 52/100, Samsung Galaxy A07 — 62/100; 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 A07 is a bit better (42/100 vs 30/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi 17C is a bit better (55/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A07 notably outperforms the Redmi 17C (30/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi 17C and the Samsung Galaxy A07 are nearly equal (46/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A07 is a bit better (67/100 vs 53/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi 17C | Samsung Galaxy A07 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra | MediaTek Helio G99 | |
| AnTuTu | 358608 | 528428 | |
| Geekbench Single | 432 | 727 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1416 | 2047 | |
| Display | 6.9" IPS LCD | 6.7" PLS LCD | |
| Resolution | 720x1640 | 1600x720 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 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 / 8GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 64GB / 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 600 nits | 800 nits | |
| NFC | no | no | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 171.6×79.5×8.2 mm | 167.4×77.4×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 206 g | 184 g | |
| Launch price | $100 | $120 |
Camera comparison
Redmi 17C
- Main: 13MP f/2.2
- Front: 5MP
Samsung Galaxy A07
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Redmi 17C
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1640
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A07
- 6.7" PLS LCD
- Resolution: 1600x720
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi 17C
- 5160 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy A07
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi 17C and Samsung Galaxy A07, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy A07 leads Redmi 17C by 32.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $20. Redmi 17C was $20 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy A07 is a bit better (42/100 vs 30/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi 17C is a bit better (55/100 vs 43/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A07 notably outperforms the Redmi 17C (30/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi 17C and the Samsung Galaxy A07 are nearly equal (46/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A07 is a bit better (67/100 vs 53/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 17C or the Samsung Galaxy A07?
The Samsung Galaxy A07 edges out the Redmi 17C by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Redmi 17C and the Samsung Galaxy A07?
The Redmi 17C has a MobileRank rating of 32/100, the Samsung Galaxy A07 — 40/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 17C or the Samsung Galaxy A07?
The Samsung Galaxy A07 leads on camera score (30/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi 17C or the Samsung Galaxy A07?
The Samsung Galaxy A07 leads on performance (42/100 vs 30/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 17C over the Samsung Galaxy A07?
Neither model stands out enough to recommend it for a specific use case: the clearest difference is camera — better on the Samsung Galaxy A07 (30/100 vs 10/100).