Redmi 17C vs Samsung Galaxy M17
The Redmi 17C (2026) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra, while the Samsung Galaxy M17 (2025) runs on the Samsung Exynos 1330; launch prices were $100 and $130. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy M17 leads — 48/100 vs 32/100 (a 16-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 M17 is faster in AnTuTu (607,489 vs 358,608); the Samsung Galaxy M17 has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi 17C doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 17C
Samsung Galaxy M17
What makes Redmi 17C better?
- Bigger battery: 5160 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $100 vs $130
- Overall rating 32/100
What makes Samsung Galaxy M17 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 607489 vs 358608
- Better Geekbench Single: 960 vs 432
- Better Geekbench Multi: 1826 vs 1416
- Faster charging: 25W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Lighter: 192g vs 206g
- Higher performance (46/100 vs 30/100)
- Better camera (33/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (52/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (67/100 vs 55/100)
- Better portability (69/100 vs 53/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi 17C vs the Samsung Galaxy M17, the Samsung Galaxy M17 scores 16 points higher (48/100 vs 32/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 leads (46/100 vs 30/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 leads (33/100 vs 10/100). Value score: Redmi 17C — 52/100, 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 17C (46/100 vs 30/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 is a bit better (67/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 notably outperforms the Redmi 17C (33/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 is a bit better (52/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 notably outperforms the Redmi 17C (69/100 vs 53/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi 17C | Samsung Galaxy M17 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra | Samsung Exynos 1330 | |
| AnTuTu | 358608 | 607489 | |
| Geekbench Single | 432 | 960 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1416 | 1826 | |
| Display | 6.9" IPS LCD | 6.7" Super AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1640 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 5160 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 25W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 5 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 600 nits | 1100 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 171.6×79.5×8.2 mm | 164.4×77.9×7.5 mm | |
| Weight | 206 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $100 | $130 |
Camera comparison
Redmi 17C
- Main: 13MP f/2.2
- Front: 5MP
Samsung Galaxy M17
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
Redmi 17C
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1640
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy M17
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi 17C
- 5160 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy M17
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi 17C and Samsung Galaxy M17, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy M17 leads Redmi 17C by 41.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $30. Redmi 17C was $30 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 notably outperforms the Redmi 17C (46/100 vs 30/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 is a bit better (67/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 notably outperforms the Redmi 17C (33/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 is a bit better (52/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 notably outperforms the Redmi 17C (69/100 vs 53/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 17C or the Samsung Galaxy M17?
The Samsung Galaxy M17 is noticeably better than the Redmi 17C — the overall rating gap is 16 points.
What is the rating of the Redmi 17C and the Samsung Galaxy M17?
The Redmi 17C has a MobileRank rating of 32/100, the Samsung Galaxy M17 — 48/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 17C or the Samsung Galaxy M17?
The Samsung Galaxy M17 leads on camera score (33/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi 17C or the Samsung Galaxy M17?
The Samsung Galaxy M17 leads on performance (46/100 vs 30/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 17C over the Samsung Galaxy M17?
The Samsung Galaxy M17 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.