Redmi 4X vs Samsung Galaxy A17 4G
The Redmi 4X (2017) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 435, while the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G99; estimated prices are $120 and $153. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G leads — 26/100 vs 12/100 (a 14-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 150,628); the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi 4X doesn't; the Redmi 4X is noticeably lighter (150g vs 190g).
Redmi 4X
Samsung Galaxy A17 4G
- Lighter: 150g vs 190g
- Cheaper: $120 vs $153
- Better design/ergonomics (100/100 vs 62/100)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 99/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 548631 vs 150628
- Better Geekbench Single: 760 vs 141
- Better Geekbench Multi: 1890 vs 618
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4100 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 90Hz vs 60Hz
- Better camera (28/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (37/100 vs 14/100)
- Better display (50/100 vs 0/100)
Comparing the Redmi 4X vs the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G, the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G scores 14 points higher (26/100 vs 12/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G leads (28/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G leads (37/100 vs 14/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G significantly outperforms the Redmi 4X (50/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G notably outperforms the Redmi 4X (28/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G notably outperforms the Redmi 4X (37/100 vs 14/100). In the "design" category, the Redmi 4X significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G (100/100 vs 62/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 4X and the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G are nearly equal (100/100 vs 99/100).
| Specification | Redmi 4X | Samsung Galaxy A17 4G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 435 | MediaTek Helio G99 | |
| AnTuTu | 150628 | 548631 | |
| Geekbench Single | 141 | 760 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 618 | 1890 | |
| 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 | 139.2×70.0×8.7 mm | 164.4×77.9×7.5 mm | |
| Weight | 150 g | 190 g | |
| Price | $120 | $153 |
Redmi 4X
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Samsung Galaxy A17 4G
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 13MP
Redmi 4X
- 5.0" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A17 4G
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Redmi 4X
- 4100 mAh
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy A17 4G
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
We compared Redmi 4X and Samsung Galaxy A17 4G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy A17 4G leads Redmi 4X by 72.5% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $33. Redmi 4X is cheaper by $33.
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G significantly outperforms the Redmi 4X (50/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G notably outperforms the Redmi 4X (28/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G notably outperforms the Redmi 4X (37/100 vs 14/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Redmi 4X significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G (100/100 vs 62/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 4X and the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G are nearly equal (100/100 vs 99/100).
Which is better: the Redmi 4X or the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G?
The Samsung Galaxy A17 4G is noticeably better than the Redmi 4X — the overall rating gap is 14 points.
What is the rating of the Redmi 4X and the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G?
The Redmi 4X has a MobileRank rating of 12/100, the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G — 26/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 4X or the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G?
The Samsung Galaxy A17 4G leads on camera score (28/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 4X over the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G?
The Redmi 4X is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy A17 4G is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.