Redmi Note 13R vs Samsung Galaxy M17
The Redmi Note 13R (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 4+ Gen 2, while the Samsung Galaxy M17 (2025) runs on the Samsung Exynos 1330. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Note 13R leads — 29/100 vs 26/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Note 13R has the bigger battery (5030 mAh vs 5000).
Redmi Note 13R
Samsung Galaxy M17
- Bigger battery: 5030 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 33W vs 25W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Longer battery life (41/100 vs 37/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
- Lighter: 192g vs 205g
- Better camera (28/100 vs 24/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (60/100 vs 43/100)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Redmi Note 13R vs the Samsung Galaxy M17, the Redmi Note 13R scores 3 points higher (29/100 vs 26/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 leads (100/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Redmi Note 13R significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17 (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 and the Redmi Note 13R are nearly equal (28/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 13R and the Samsung Galaxy M17 are nearly equal (41/100 vs 37/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 13R (60/100 vs 43/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 13R (100/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Redmi Note 13R | Samsung Galaxy M17 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 4+ Gen 2 | Samsung Exynos 1330 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 607137 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 952 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 1963 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.7" Super AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2460 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 5030 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 25W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 5 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB / 12GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 14, HyperOS | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 550 nits | 1100 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP53 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 168.6×76.3×8.2 mm | 164.4×77.9×7.5 mm | |
| Weight | 205 g | 192 g | |
| Price | — | $130 |
Redmi Note 13R
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy M17
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 13MP
Redmi Note 13R
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2460
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy M17
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Redmi Note 13R
- 5030 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy M17
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Redmi Note 13R
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi Note 13R significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17 (100/100 vs 50/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 and the Redmi Note 13R are nearly equal (28/100 vs 24/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 13R and the Samsung Galaxy M17 are nearly equal (41/100 vs 37/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 13R (60/100 vs 43/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 13R (100/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Redmi Note 13R or the Samsung Galaxy M17?
The Redmi Note 13R edges out the Samsung Galaxy M17 by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 13R and the Samsung Galaxy M17?
The Redmi Note 13R has a MobileRank rating of 29/100, the Samsung Galaxy M17 — 26/100.
Should you choose the Redmi Note 13R over the Samsung Galaxy M17?
The Redmi Note 13R is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy M17 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.