Redmi 4A vs Samsung Galaxy M17
The Redmi 4A (2016) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 425, while the Samsung Galaxy M17 (2025) runs on the Samsung Exynos 1330; launch prices were $100 and $130. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy M17 leads — 48/100 vs 17/100 (a 31-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy M17 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 3120); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy M17 is faster in AnTuTu (607,489 vs 180,934); the Samsung Galaxy M17 has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi 4A doesn't; the Redmi 4A is noticeably lighter (131g vs 192g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 4A
Samsung Galaxy M17
What makes Redmi 4A better?
- Lighter: 131g vs 192g
- Cheaper at launch: $100 vs $130
- Better portability (78/100 vs 69/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy M17 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 607489 vs 180934
- Better Geekbench Single: 960 vs 130
- Better Geekbench Multi: 1826 vs 488
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 3120 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 90Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (46/100 vs 10/100)
- Better camera (33/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (52/100 vs 15/100)
- Better display (67/100 vs 32/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi 4A vs the Samsung Galaxy M17, the Samsung Galaxy M17 scores 31 points higher (48/100 vs 17/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 leads (46/100 vs 10/100). 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 15/100). Value score: Redmi 4A — 22/100, Samsung Galaxy M17 — 76/100; 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 M17 significantly outperforms the Redmi 4A (46/100 vs 10/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 significantly outperforms the Redmi 4A (67/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 notably outperforms the Redmi 4A (33/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 significantly outperforms the Redmi 4A (52/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi 4A is a bit better (78/100 vs 69/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi 4A | Samsung Galaxy M17 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 425 | Samsung Exynos 1330 | |
| AnTuTu | 180934 | 607489 | |
| Geekbench Single | 130 | 960 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 488 | 1826 | |
| Display | 5.0" IPS LCD | 6.7" Super AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 3120 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 25W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 5 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 16GB / 32GB | 128GB | |
| OS | — | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1100 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 139.9×70.4×8.5 mm | 164.4×77.9×7.5 mm | |
| Weight | 131 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $100 | $130 |
Camera comparison
Redmi 4A
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Samsung Galaxy M17
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
Redmi 4A
- 5.0" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Samsung Galaxy M17
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi 4A
- 3120 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Samsung Galaxy M17
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi 4A and Samsung Galaxy M17, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy M17 leads Redmi 4A by 70.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $30. Redmi 4A was $30 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 significantly outperforms the Redmi 4A (46/100 vs 10/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 significantly outperforms the Redmi 4A (67/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 notably outperforms the Redmi 4A (33/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 significantly outperforms the Redmi 4A (52/100 vs 15/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi 4A is a bit better (78/100 vs 69/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 4A or the Samsung Galaxy M17?
The Samsung Galaxy M17 significantly outperforms the Redmi 4A by 31 points (48/100 vs 17/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi 4A and the Samsung Galaxy M17?
The Redmi 4A has a MobileRank rating of 17/100, the Samsung Galaxy M17 — 48/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 4A or the Samsung Galaxy M17?
The Samsung Galaxy M17 leads on camera score (33/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi 4A or the Samsung Galaxy M17?
The Samsung Galaxy M17 leads on performance (46/100 vs 10/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 4A over the Samsung Galaxy M17?
The Samsung Galaxy M17 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.