Redmi Note 17 4G vs Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
The Redmi Note 17 4G (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6s 4G Gen 2, while the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $165 and $1299. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads — 80/100 vs 46/100 (a 34-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Note 17 4G has the bigger battery (7700 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,128,552 vs 505,682).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Note 17 4G
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
What makes Redmi Note 17 4G better?
- Bigger battery: 7700 vs 5000 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $165 vs $1299
- Longer battery life (63/100 vs 56/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3128552 vs 505682
- Better Geekbench Single: 3100 vs 484
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9760 vs 1558
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 218g vs 224g
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 36/100)
- Better camera (81/100 vs 32/100)
- Better display (88/100 vs 78/100)
- Better portability (46/100 vs 40/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi Note 17 4G vs the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra scores 34 points higher (80/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 36/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads (81/100 vs 32/100). Value score: Redmi Note 17 4G — 62/100, Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra — 70/100; 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 Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 17 4G (92/100 vs 36/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a bit better (88/100 vs 78/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 17 4G (81/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 17 4G is a bit better (63/100 vs 56/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a bit better (46/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Note 17 4G | Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6s 4G Gen 2 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 505682 | 3128552 | |
| Geekbench Single | 484 | 3100 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1558 | 9760 | |
| Display | 7.0" AMOLED | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1080x2396 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7700 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 151 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15 / One UI 7 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1800 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP65 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 169.7×79.1×8.5 mm | 162.8×77.6×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 224 g | 218 g | |
| Launch price | $165 | $1299 |
Camera comparison
Redmi Note 17 4G
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Redmi Note 17 4G
- 7.0" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2396
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi Note 17 4G
- 7700 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 11:10 hrs, total 28:43 hrs
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi Note 17 4G and Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads Redmi Note 17 4G by 83.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1134. Redmi Note 17 4G was $1134 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 17 4G (92/100 vs 36/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a bit better (88/100 vs 78/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 17 4G (81/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 17 4G is a bit better (63/100 vs 56/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a bit better (46/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Note 17 4G or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 17 4G by 34 points (80/100 vs 46/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 17 4G and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Redmi Note 17 4G has a MobileRank rating of 46/100, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra — 80/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 17 4G or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads on camera score (81/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Note 17 4G or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 36/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 17 4G over the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts.