Redmi A7 Pro 5G vs Samsung Galaxy M17
The Redmi A7 Pro 5G (2026) runs on the Unisoc T8300, while the Samsung Galaxy M17 (2025) runs on the Samsung Exynos 1330; launch prices were $110 and $130. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy M17 leads — 48/100 vs 42/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi A7 Pro 5G has the bigger battery (6300 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 32 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi A7 Pro 5G is faster in AnTuTu (639,225 vs 607,489); the Samsung Galaxy M17 has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi A7 Pro 5G doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy M17 is noticeably lighter (192g vs 210g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi A7 Pro 5G
Samsung Galaxy M17
What makes Redmi A7 Pro 5G better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 639225 vs 607489
- Better Geekbench Multi: 2073 vs 1826
- Bigger battery: 6300 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $110 vs $130
- Higher performance (47/100 vs 46/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy M17 better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 960 vs 880
- Faster charging: 25W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 32MP
- Lighter: 192g vs 210g
- Better camera (33/100 vs 20/100)
- Better display (67/100 vs 55/100)
- Better portability (69/100 vs 51/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi A7 Pro 5G vs the Samsung Galaxy M17, the Samsung Galaxy M17 scores 6 points higher (48/100 vs 42/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 leads (33/100 vs 20/100). Value score: Redmi A7 Pro 5G — 68/100, 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 Redmi A7 Pro 5G and the Samsung Galaxy M17 are nearly equal (47/100 vs 46/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 is a bit better (67/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 is a bit better (33/100 vs 20/100). In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 52/100. In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 notably outperforms the Redmi A7 Pro 5G (69/100 vs 51/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi A7 Pro 5G | Samsung Galaxy M17 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T8300 | Samsung Exynos 1330 | |
| AnTuTu | 639225 | 607489 | |
| Geekbench Single | 880 | 960 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2073 | 1826 | |
| Display | 6.9" IPS LCD | 6.7" Super AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 6300 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 25W | |
| Main camera | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 5 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 800 nits | 1100 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 171.5×79.5×8.2 mm | 164.4×77.9×7.5 mm | |
| Weight | 210 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $110 | $130 |
Camera comparison
Redmi A7 Pro 5G
- Main: 32MP f/2.0
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy M17
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
Redmi A7 Pro 5G
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy M17
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi A7 Pro 5G
- 6300 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy M17
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi A7 Pro 5G and Samsung Galaxy M17, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi A7 Pro 5G leads Samsung Galaxy M17 by 5.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $20. Redmi A7 Pro 5G was $20 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi A7 Pro 5G and the Samsung Galaxy M17 are nearly equal (47/100 vs 46/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 is a bit better (67/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 is a bit better (33/100 vs 20/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 52/100.
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 notably outperforms the Redmi A7 Pro 5G (69/100 vs 51/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi A7 Pro 5G or the Samsung Galaxy M17?
The Samsung Galaxy M17 edges out the Redmi A7 Pro 5G by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Redmi A7 Pro 5G and the Samsung Galaxy M17?
The Redmi A7 Pro 5G has a MobileRank rating of 42/100, the Samsung Galaxy M17 — 48/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi A7 Pro 5G or the Samsung Galaxy M17?
The Samsung Galaxy M17 leads on camera score (33/100 vs 20/100).
Should you choose the Redmi A7 Pro 5G over the Samsung Galaxy M17?
The Samsung Galaxy M17 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.