Redmi K100 vs Samsung Galaxy A3 2017
The Redmi K100 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Samsung Galaxy A3 2017 (2017) runs on the Samsung Exynos 7870. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K100 leads — 73/100 vs 20/100 (a 53-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K100 has the bigger battery (10000 mAh vs 2350); the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the Redmi K100 is faster in AnTuTu (3,298,726 vs 192,269); the Samsung Galaxy A3 2017 is noticeably lighter (138g vs 234g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K100
Samsung Galaxy A3 2017
What makes Redmi K100 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3298726 vs 192269
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 172
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 492
- Bigger battery: 10000 vs 2350 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 11/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 15/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 49/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy A3 2017 better?
- Lighter: 138g vs 234g
- Better portability (84/100 vs 25/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K100 vs the Samsung Galaxy A3 2017, the Redmi K100 scores 53 points higher (73/100 vs 20/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 leads (92/100 vs 11/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 leads (37/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 leads (80/100 vs 15/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A3 2017 (92/100 vs 11/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A3 2017 (94/100 vs 49/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A3 2017 (37/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A3 2017 (80/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A3 2017 significantly outperforms the Redmi K100 (84/100 vs 25/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K100 | Samsung Galaxy A3 2017 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Samsung Exynos 7870 | |
| AnTuTu | 3298726 | 192269 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 172 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 492 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 4.7" Super AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1280x2772 | 1280x720 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 10000 mAh | 2350 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 13 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 2GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 16GB | |
| OS | Android 17 | Android 6.0 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 135.4×66.2×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 234 g | 138 g | |
| Launch price | — | $349 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K100
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Samsung Galaxy A3 2017
- Main: 13MP f/1.9
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Redmi K100
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A3 2017
- 4.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1280x720
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K100
- 10000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy A3 2017
- 2350 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K100 and Samsung Galaxy A3 2017, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K100 leads Samsung Galaxy A3 2017 by 1615.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Redmi K100
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A3 2017 (92/100 vs 11/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A3 2017 (94/100 vs 49/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A3 2017 (37/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A3 2017 (80/100 vs 15/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A3 2017 significantly outperforms the Redmi K100 (84/100 vs 25/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K100 or the Samsung Galaxy A3 2017?
The Redmi K100 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A3 2017 by 53 points (73/100 vs 20/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K100 and the Samsung Galaxy A3 2017?
The Redmi K100 has a MobileRank rating of 73/100, the Samsung Galaxy A3 2017 — 20/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K100 or the Samsung Galaxy A3 2017?
The Redmi K100 leads on camera score (37/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K100 or the Samsung Galaxy A3 2017?
The Redmi K100 leads on performance (92/100 vs 11/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K100 over the Samsung Galaxy A3 2017?
The Redmi K100 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.