Redmi 17C vs Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim
Comparing the Redmi 17C (2026) and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim (2024) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim leads — 37/100 vs 25/100 (a 12-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 13 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi 17C doesn't.
Redmi 17C
Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim
- Longer battery life (40/100 vs 0/100)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 13MP
- Better camera (81/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (50/100 vs 42/100)
Comparing the Redmi 17C vs the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim scores 12 points higher (37/100 vs 25/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim leads (81/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi 17C leads (40/100 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, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (81/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi 17C significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim (40/100 vs 0/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim is a bit better (50/100 vs 42/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 17C significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim (100/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Redmi 17C | Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra | — | |
| AnTuTu | 358383 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 432 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1416 | — | |
| Display | 6.9" IPS LCD | 6.7" OLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1640 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5160 mAh | — | |
| Charging | 18W | — | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15, One UI 7 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 600 nits | — | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Weight | 206 g | — | |
| Price | $100 | — |
Redmi 17C
- Main: 13MP f/2.2
- Front: 5MP
Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim
- Main: 200MP
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 10MP
Redmi 17C
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1640
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi 17C
- 5160 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim
- —
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (81/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi 17C significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim (40/100 vs 0/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim is a bit better (50/100 vs 42/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 17C significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim (100/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Redmi 17C or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim is noticeably better than the Redmi 17C — the overall rating gap is 12 points.
What is the rating of the Redmi 17C and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim?
The Redmi 17C has a MobileRank rating of 25/100, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim — 37/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 17C or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim leads on camera score (81/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 17C over the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim?
The Redmi 17C is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim is a better fit for mobile photography enthusiasts.