Redmi 4 Prime vs Samsung Galaxy M17
The Redmi 4 Prime (2016) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 625, while the Samsung Galaxy M17 (2025) runs on the Samsung Exynos 1330; launch prices were $150 and $130. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy M17 leads — 48/100 vs 22/100 (a 26-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy M17 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4100); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy M17 is faster in AnTuTu (607,137 vs 218,879); the Samsung Galaxy M17 has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi 4 Prime doesn't; the Redmi 4 Prime is noticeably lighter (156g vs 192g).
Redmi 4 Prime
Samsung Galaxy M17
- Lighter: 156g vs 192g
- Better portability (74/100 vs 69/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 607137 vs 218879
- Better Geekbench Single: 952 vs 189
- Better Geekbench Multi: 1963 vs 862
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4100 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 90Hz vs 60Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $130 vs $150
- Higher performance (47/100 vs 14/100)
- Better camera (33/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (52/100 vs 35/100)
- Better display (67/100 vs 32/100)
Comparing the Redmi 4 Prime vs the Samsung Galaxy M17, the Samsung Galaxy M17 scores 26 points higher (48/100 vs 22/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 leads (47/100 vs 14/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 leads (33/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 leads (52/100 vs 35/100). Value score: Redmi 4 Prime — 20/100, Samsung Galaxy M17 — 76/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 significantly outperforms the Redmi 4 Prime (47/100 vs 14/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 significantly outperforms the Redmi 4 Prime (67/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 notably outperforms the Redmi 4 Prime (33/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 notably outperforms the Redmi 4 Prime (52/100 vs 35/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi 4 Prime is a bit better (74/100 vs 69/100).
| Specification | Redmi 4 Prime | Samsung Galaxy M17 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 625 | Samsung Exynos 1330 | |
| AnTuTu | 218879 | 607137 | |
| Geekbench Single | 189 | 952 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 862 | 1963 | |
| 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 | 3GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 32GB | 128GB | |
| OS | — | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1100 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 141.3×69.6×8.9 mm | 164.4×77.9×7.5 mm | |
| Weight | 156 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $150 | $130 |
Redmi 4 Prime
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Samsung Galaxy M17
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 13MP
Redmi 4 Prime
- 5.0" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Samsung Galaxy M17
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Redmi 4 Prime
- 4100 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Samsung Galaxy M17
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless charging: no data
We compared Redmi 4 Prime and Samsung Galaxy M17, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy M17 leads Redmi 4 Prime by 63.9% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $20. Samsung Galaxy M17 was $20 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 significantly outperforms the Redmi 4 Prime (47/100 vs 14/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 significantly outperforms the Redmi 4 Prime (67/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 notably outperforms the Redmi 4 Prime (33/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 notably outperforms the Redmi 4 Prime (52/100 vs 35/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi 4 Prime is a bit better (74/100 vs 69/100).
Which is better: the Redmi 4 Prime or the Samsung Galaxy M17?
The Samsung Galaxy M17 significantly outperforms the Redmi 4 Prime by 26 points (48/100 vs 22/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi 4 Prime and the Samsung Galaxy M17?
The Redmi 4 Prime has a MobileRank rating of 22/100, the Samsung Galaxy M17 — 48/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 4 Prime or the Samsung Galaxy M17?
The Samsung Galaxy M17 leads on camera score (33/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi 4 Prime or the Samsung Galaxy M17?
The Samsung Galaxy M17 leads on performance (47/100 vs 14/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 4 Prime over the Samsung Galaxy M17?
The Redmi 4 Prime is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy M17 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.