Redmi 17C vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
The Redmi 17C (2026) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; estimated prices are $100 and $1999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads — 65/100 vs 25/100 (a 40-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi 17C has the bigger battery (5160 mAh vs 4800); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,942,923 vs 358,383); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi 17C doesn't.
Redmi 17C
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- Bigger battery: 5160 vs 4800 mAh
- Lighter: 206g vs 215g
- Cheaper: $100 vs $1999
- Better design/ergonomics (42/100 vs 31/100)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3942923 vs 358383
- Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 432
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 1416
- Faster charging: 45W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (45/100 vs 0/100)
Comparing the Redmi 17C vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 scores 40 points higher (65/100 vs 25/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (92/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (45/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 17C leads (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (92/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (45/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 40/100. In the "design" category, the Redmi 17C is a bit better (42/100 vs 31/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 17C significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (100/100 vs 0/100).
| Specification | Redmi 17C | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 358383 | 3942923 | |
| Geekbench Single | 432 | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1416 | 11033 | |
| Display | 6.9" IPS LCD | 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 720x1640 | 1968x2184 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5160 mAh | 4800 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 600 nits | — | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP48 | |
| Weight | 206 g | 215 g | |
| Price | $100 | $1999 |
Redmi 17C
- Main: 13MP f/2.2
- Front: 5MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 10MP
Redmi 17C
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1640
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1968x2184
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi 17C
- 5160 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
We compared Redmi 17C and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads Redmi 17C by 90.9% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $1899. Redmi 17C is cheaper by $1899.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (92/100 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 Fold8 significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (45/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 40/100.
design
In the "design" category, the Redmi 17C is a bit better (42/100 vs 31/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 17C significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (100/100 vs 0/100).
Which is better: the Redmi 17C or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C by 40 points (65/100 vs 25/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi 17C and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Redmi 17C has a MobileRank rating of 25/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 — 65/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 17C or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on camera score (45/100 vs 0/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi 17C or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on performance (92/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 17C over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Redmi 17C is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a better fit for gamers and power users.