Redmi K100 vs Samsung Galaxy A7 2017
The Redmi K100 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 (2017) runs on the Samsung Exynos 7880. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K100 leads — 73/100 vs 18/100 (a 55-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K100 has the bigger battery (10000 mAh vs 3600); the main camera is 50 MP vs 16 MP; the Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 is noticeably lighter (186g vs 234g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K100
Samsung Galaxy A7 2017
What makes Redmi K100 better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 175
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 760
- Bigger battery: 10000 vs 3600 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 16MP
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 1/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 14/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 16/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 better?
- Lighter: 186g vs 234g
- Better portability (68/100 vs 25/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K100 vs the Samsung Galaxy A7 2017, the Redmi K100 scores 55 points higher (73/100 vs 18/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 leads (92/100 vs 1/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 leads (37/100 vs 14/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 leads (80/100 vs 16/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 (92/100 vs 1/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 (94/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 (37/100 vs 14/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 (80/100 vs 16/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 significantly outperforms the Redmi K100 (68/100 vs 25/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K100 | Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Samsung Exynos 7880 | |
| AnTuTu | 3298726 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 175 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 760 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 5.7" Super AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1280x2772 | 1920x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 10000 mAh | 3600 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 16 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 3GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 32GB | |
| OS | Android 17 | Android 6.0 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 156.8×77.6×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 234 g | 186 g | |
| Launch price | — | $459 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K100
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Samsung Galaxy A7 2017
- Main: 16MP f/1.9
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Redmi K100
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A7 2017
- 5.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1920x1080
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K100
- 10000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy A7 2017
- 3600 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- Wireless charging: no data
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Redmi K100
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 (92/100 vs 1/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 (94/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 (37/100 vs 14/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 (80/100 vs 16/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 significantly outperforms the Redmi K100 (68/100 vs 25/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K100 or the Samsung Galaxy A7 2017?
The Redmi K100 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 by 55 points (73/100 vs 18/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K100 and the Samsung Galaxy A7 2017?
The Redmi K100 has a MobileRank rating of 73/100, the Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 — 18/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K100 or the Samsung Galaxy A7 2017?
The Redmi K100 leads on camera score (37/100 vs 14/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K100 or the Samsung Galaxy A7 2017?
The Redmi K100 leads on performance (92/100 vs 1/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K100 over the Samsung Galaxy A7 2017?
The Redmi K100 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.