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 (607,489 vs 528,398); the Samsung Galaxy M17 has NFC for contactless payments, the Samsung Galaxy M17e doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy M17
Samsung Galaxy M17e
What makes Samsung Galaxy M17 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 607489 vs 528398
- Better Geekbench Single: 960 vs 771
- Lighter: 192g vs 199g
- Cheaper at launch: $130 vs $140
- Higher performance (46/100 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 1826
- 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 — 62/100; 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 M17 and the Samsung Galaxy M17e are nearly equal (46/100 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).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy M17 | Samsung Galaxy M17e | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 1330 | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | |
| AnTuTu | 607489 | 528398 | |
| Geekbench Single | 960 | 771 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1826 | 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
Samsung Galaxy M17e
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy M17
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Samsung Galaxy M17e
- 6.7" PLS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy M17
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless charging: no data
Samsung Galaxy M17e
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy M17 and Samsung Galaxy M17e, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy M17 leads Samsung Galaxy M17e by 15.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
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 (46/100 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.