Samsung Galaxy M17 vs Samsung Galaxy M17e

The Samsung Galaxy M17 (2025) runs on the Samsung Exynos 1330, while the Samsung Galaxy M17e (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300; launch prices were $130 and $140. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy M17 leads — 48/100 vs 43/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy M17e has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the Samsung Galaxy M17 is faster in AnTuTu (607,137 vs 524,785); the Samsung Galaxy M17 has NFC for contactless payments, the Samsung Galaxy M17e doesn't.

The Samsung Galaxy M17 edges out the Samsung Galaxy M17e by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy M17
Performance 47
Display 67
Camera 33
Battery 52
Portability 69
Value for money 76
Samsung Galaxy M17e
Performance 43
Display 55
Camera 30
Battery 52
Portability 57
Value for money 64
What makes Samsung Galaxy M17 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 607137 vs 524785
  • Better Geekbench Single: 952 vs 771
  • Lighter: 192g vs 199g
  • Cheaper at launch: $130 vs $140

  • Higher performance (47/100 vs 43/100)
  • Better camera (33/100 vs 30/100)
  • Better display (67/100 vs 55/100)
  • Better portability (69/100 vs 57/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy M17e better?
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 1980 vs 1963
  • Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz

  • Overall rating 43/100
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Samsung Galaxy M17 vs the Samsung Galaxy M17e, the Samsung Galaxy M17 scores 5 points higher (48/100 vs 43/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy M17 — 76/100, Samsung Galaxy M17e — 64/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 and the Samsung Galaxy M17e are nearly equal (47/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 is a bit better (67/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 and the Samsung Galaxy M17e are nearly equal (33/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 52/100. In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 is a bit better (69/100 vs 57/100).

Samsung Galaxy M17: The Samsung Galaxy M17 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Samsung Galaxy M17e: The Samsung Galaxy M17e is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Samsung Galaxy M17 Samsung Galaxy M17e
Processor Samsung Exynos 1330 MediaTek Dimensity 6300
AnTuTu 607137 524785
Geekbench Single 952 771
Geekbench Multi 1963 1980
Display 6.7" Super AMOLED 6.7" PLS LCD
Resolution 1080x2340 720x1600
Refresh rate 90 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 6000 mAh
Charging 25W 25W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 5 MP 0 MP
Front camera 13 MP 8 MP
RAM 4GB / 6GB / 8GB 4GB / 6GB
Storage 128GB 128GB
OS Android 15 Android 16, up to 6 major Android upgrades, One UI 8
Brightness (peak) 1100 nits 800 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP54 IP54
Dimensions 164.4×77.9×7.5 mm 167.4×77.4×8.2 mm
Weight 192 g 199 g
Launch price $130 $140
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy M17
  • Main: 50MP f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 5MP
  • Front: 13MP
33
camera
Samsung Galaxy M17e
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 8MP
30
camera
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy M17
  • 6.7" Super AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2340
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
67
display
Samsung Galaxy M17e
  • 6.7" PLS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1600
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
55
display
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy M17
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 25W
  • Wireless charging: no data
52
battery
Samsung Galaxy M17e
  • 6000 mAh
  • Wired: 25W
  • No wireless charging
52
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Samsung Galaxy M17 and Samsung Galaxy M17e, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Samsung Galaxy M17 Samsung Exynos 1330
48/100
607137 AnTuTu
Samsung Galaxy M17e MediaTek Dimensity 6300
43/100 -15.7%
524785 AnTuTu

Samsung Galaxy M17 leads Samsung Galaxy M17e by 15.7% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Samsung Galaxy M17
$130
Samsung Galaxy M17e
$140

Launch price difference: $10. Samsung Galaxy M17 was $10 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 and the Samsung Galaxy M17e are nearly equal (47/100 vs 43/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 is a bit better (67/100 vs 55/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 and the Samsung Galaxy M17e are nearly equal (33/100 vs 30/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 52/100.

portability

In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 is a bit better (69/100 vs 57/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy M17 or the Samsung Galaxy M17e?

The Samsung Galaxy M17 edges out the Samsung Galaxy M17e by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy M17 and the Samsung Galaxy M17e?

The Samsung Galaxy M17 has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Samsung Galaxy M17e — 43/100.

Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy M17 over the Samsung Galaxy M17e?

The Samsung Galaxy M17 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy M17e is a better fit for everyday use.