Redmi 3S vs Samsung Galaxy A17 4G
The Redmi 3S (2016) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 430, while the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G99. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G leads — 45/100 vs 21/100 (a 24-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4100); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G is faster in AnTuTu (548,631 vs 180,440); the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi 3S doesn't; the Redmi 3S is noticeably lighter (144g vs 190g).
Redmi 3S
Samsung Galaxy A17 4G
- Lighter: 144g vs 190g
- Better portability (78/100 vs 70/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 548631 vs 180440
- Better Geekbench Single: 727 vs 205
- Better Geekbench Multi: 2047 vs 827
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4100 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 90Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (43/100 vs 11/100)
- Better camera (33/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (44/100 vs 35/100)
- Better display (67/100 vs 32/100)
Comparing the Redmi 3S vs the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G, the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G scores 24 points higher (45/100 vs 21/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G leads (43/100 vs 11/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G leads (33/100 vs 10/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G significantly outperforms the Redmi 3S (43/100 vs 11/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G significantly outperforms the Redmi 3S (67/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G notably outperforms the Redmi 3S (33/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G is a bit better (44/100 vs 35/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi 3S is a bit better (78/100 vs 70/100).
| Specification | Redmi 3S | Samsung Galaxy A17 4G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 430 | MediaTek Helio G99 | |
| AnTuTu | 180440 | 548631 | |
| Geekbench Single | 205 | 727 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 827 | 2047 | |
| Display | 5.0" IPS LCD | 6.7" Super AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 4100 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 25W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 5 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 16GB / 32GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | — | Android 15, up to 6 major Android upgrades, One UI 7 | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 139.3×69.6×8.5 mm | 164.4×77.9×7.5 mm | |
| Weight | 144 g | 190 g | |
| Launch price | $120 | — |
Redmi 3S
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Samsung Galaxy A17 4G
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 13MP
Redmi 3S
- 5.0" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A17 4G
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Redmi 3S
- 4100 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Samsung Galaxy A17 4G
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
We compared Redmi 3S and Samsung Galaxy A17 4G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy A17 4G leads Redmi 3S by 67.1% in our overall performance rating.
Samsung Galaxy A17 4G
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G significantly outperforms the Redmi 3S (43/100 vs 11/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G significantly outperforms the Redmi 3S (67/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G notably outperforms the Redmi 3S (33/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G is a bit better (44/100 vs 35/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi 3S is a bit better (78/100 vs 70/100).
Which is better: the Redmi 3S or the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G?
The Samsung Galaxy A17 4G significantly outperforms the Redmi 3S by 24 points (45/100 vs 21/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi 3S and the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G?
The Redmi 3S has a MobileRank rating of 21/100, the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G — 45/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 3S or the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G?
The Samsung Galaxy A17 4G leads on camera score (33/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi 3S or the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G?
The Samsung Galaxy A17 4G leads on performance (43/100 vs 11/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 3S over the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G?
The Redmi 3S is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy A17 4G is a better fit for everyday use.