Redmi 17C vs Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
The Redmi 17C (2026) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (2026) runs on the Exynos 2600; estimated prices are $100 and $1099. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads — 57/100 vs 25/100 (a 32-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi 17C has the bigger battery (5160 mAh vs 4300); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,161,830 vs 358,383); the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi 17C doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is noticeably lighter (180g vs 206g).
Redmi 17C
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- Bigger battery: 5160 vs 4300 mAh
- Cheaper: $100 vs $1099
- Longer battery life (40/100 vs 23/100)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 34/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3161830 vs 358383
- Better Geekbench Single: 3271 vs 432
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11051 vs 1416
- Faster charging: 25W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Lighter: 180g vs 206g
- Higher performance (77/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (30/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (75/100 vs 42/100)
Comparing the Redmi 17C vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 scores 32 points higher (57/100 vs 25/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads (77/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads (30/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi 17C leads (40/100 vs 23/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 17C leads (100/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (77/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (30/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi 17C notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (40/100 vs 23/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (75/100 vs 42/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 17C significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (100/100 vs 34/100).
| Specification | Redmi 17C | Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra | Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 358383 | 3161830 | |
| Geekbench Single | 432 | 3271 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1416 | 11051 | |
| Display | 6.9" IPS LCD | 6.9" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 720x1640 | 1080x2520 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5160 mAh | 4300 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 600 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP48 | |
| Weight | 206 g | 180 g | |
| Price | $100 | $1099 |
Redmi 17C
- Main: 13MP f/2.2
- Front: 5MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Redmi 17C
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1640
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- 6.9" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1080x2520
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi 17C
- 5160 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- 4300 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
We compared Redmi 17C and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads Redmi 17C by 88.7% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $999. Redmi 17C is cheaper by $999.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (77/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (30/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi 17C notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (40/100 vs 23/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (75/100 vs 42/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 17C significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (100/100 vs 34/100).
Which is better: the Redmi 17C or the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C by 32 points (57/100 vs 25/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi 17C and the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Redmi 17C has a MobileRank rating of 25/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 — 57/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 17C or the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads on camera score (30/100 vs 0/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi 17C or the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads on performance (77/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 17C over the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Redmi 17C is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is a better fit for active users.