Samsung Galaxy M17 vs Samsung Galaxy S26
The Samsung Galaxy M17 (2025) runs on the Samsung Exynos 1330, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600; launch prices were $130 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 74/100 vs 48/100 (a 26-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy M17 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4000); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is faster in AnTuTu (2,827,538 vs 607,489); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 192g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy M17
Samsung Galaxy S26
What makes Samsung Galaxy M17 better?
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4000 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $130 vs $799
- Longer battery life (52/100 vs 31/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2827538 vs 607489
- Better Geekbench Single: 2880 vs 960
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9100 vs 1826
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Lighter: 162g vs 192g
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 46/100)
- Better camera (77/100 vs 33/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 67/100)
- Better portability (89/100 vs 69/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy M17 vs the Samsung Galaxy S26, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 26 points higher (74/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (89/100 vs 46/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (77/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 leads (52/100 vs 31/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy M17 — 76/100, Samsung Galaxy S26 — 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 S26 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17 (89/100 vs 46/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 is a bit better (81/100 vs 67/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17 (77/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (52/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17 (89/100 vs 69/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy M17 | Samsung Galaxy S26 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 1330 | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 607489 | 2827538 | |
| Geekbench Single | 960 | 2880 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1826 | 9100 | |
| Display | 6.7" Super AMOLED | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 146 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 5 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1100 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 164.4×77.9×7.5 mm | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 192 g | 162 g | |
| Launch price | $130 | $799 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy M17
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 13MP
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy M17
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy M17
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless charging: no data
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy M17 and Samsung Galaxy S26, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 leads Samsung Galaxy M17 by 78.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $669. Samsung Galaxy M17 was $669 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17 (89/100 vs 46/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 is a bit better (81/100 vs 67/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17 (77/100 vs 33/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (52/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17 (89/100 vs 69/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy M17 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17 by 26 points (74/100 vs 48/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy M17 and the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy M17 has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 — 74/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy M17 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on camera score (77/100 vs 33/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy M17 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (89/100 vs 46/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy M17 over the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy M17 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for gamers and power users.