Redmi K100 vs Samsung Galaxy J3 2017
The Redmi K100 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Samsung Galaxy J3 2017 (2017) runs on the Samsung Exynos 7570. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K100 leads — 73/100 vs 16/100 (a 57-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K100 has the bigger battery (10000 mAh vs 2400); the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the Samsung Galaxy J3 2017 is noticeably lighter (149g vs 234g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K100
Samsung Galaxy J3 2017
What makes Redmi K100 better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 122
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 405
- Bigger battery: 10000 vs 2400 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 15/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 51/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy J3 2017 better?
- Lighter: 149g vs 234g
- Better portability (81/100 vs 25/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K100 vs the Samsung Galaxy J3 2017, the Redmi K100 scores 57 points higher (73/100 vs 16/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 leads (92/100 vs 0/100). 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 J3 2017 (92/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J3 2017 (94/100 vs 51/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J3 2017 (37/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J3 2017 (80/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy J3 2017 significantly outperforms the Redmi K100 (81/100 vs 25/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K100 | Samsung Galaxy J3 2017 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Samsung Exynos 7570 | |
| AnTuTu | 3298726 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 122 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 405 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 5.0" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1280x2772 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 10000 mAh | 2400 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 13 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 2GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 16GB | |
| OS | Android 17 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | — | 143.2×70.3×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 234 g | 149 g | |
| Launch price | — | $200 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K100
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Samsung Galaxy J3 2017
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Display comparison
Redmi K100
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Samsung Galaxy J3 2017
- 5.0" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K100
- 10000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy J3 2017
- 2400 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Redmi K100
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J3 2017 (92/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J3 2017 (94/100 vs 51/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J3 2017 (37/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J3 2017 (80/100 vs 15/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy J3 2017 significantly outperforms the Redmi K100 (81/100 vs 25/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K100 or the Samsung Galaxy J3 2017?
The Redmi K100 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J3 2017 by 57 points (73/100 vs 16/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K100 and the Samsung Galaxy J3 2017?
The Redmi K100 has a MobileRank rating of 73/100, the Samsung Galaxy J3 2017 — 16/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K100 or the Samsung Galaxy J3 2017?
The Redmi K100 leads on camera score (37/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K100 or the Samsung Galaxy J3 2017?
The Redmi K100 leads on performance (92/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K100 over the Samsung Galaxy J3 2017?
The Redmi K100 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.