Redmi 17C vs Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
The Redmi 17C (2026) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra, while the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $100 and $1299. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads — 80/100 vs 32/100 (a 48-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi 17C has the bigger battery (5160 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,128,552 vs 358,608); the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi 17C doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 17C
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
What makes Redmi 17C better?
- Bigger battery: 5160 vs 5000 mAh
- Lighter: 206g vs 218g
- Cheaper at launch: $100 vs $1299
- Better portability (53/100 vs 46/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3128552 vs 358608
- Better Geekbench Single: 3100 vs 432
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9760 vs 1416
- Faster charging: 45W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 13MP
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 30/100)
- Better camera (81/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (56/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (88/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi 17C vs the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra scores 48 points higher (80/100 vs 32/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 30/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads (81/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads (56/100 vs 46/100). Value score: Redmi 17C — 52/100, Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra — 70/100; 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 S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (92/100 vs 30/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (88/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (81/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a bit better (56/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi 17C is a bit better (53/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi 17C | Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 358608 | 3128552 | |
| Geekbench Single | 432 | 3100 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1416 | 9760 | |
| Display | 6.9" IPS LCD | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 720x1640 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5160 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 151 | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15 / One UI 7 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 600 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 171.6×79.5×8.2 mm | 162.8×77.6×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 206 g | 218 g | |
| Launch price | $100 | $1299 |
Camera comparison
Redmi 17C
- Main: 13MP f/2.2
- Front: 5MP
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Redmi 17C
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1640
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi 17C
- 5160 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 11:10 hrs, total 28:43 hrs
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi 17C and Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads Redmi 17C by 88.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1199. Redmi 17C was $1199 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (92/100 vs 30/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (88/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (81/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a bit better (56/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi 17C is a bit better (53/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 17C or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C by 48 points (80/100 vs 32/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi 17C and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Redmi 17C has a MobileRank rating of 32/100, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra — 80/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 17C or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads on camera score (81/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi 17C or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 30/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 17C over the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts.