Samsung Galaxy M17 vs TCL K70 Power
The Samsung Galaxy M17 (2025) runs on the Samsung Exynos 1330, while the TCL K70 Power (2026) runs on the MediaTek Helio G100 Turbo; launch prices were $130 and $269. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy M17 leads — 48/100 vs 43/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the TCL K70 Power has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 5000); the Samsung Galaxy M17 is faster in AnTuTu (607,489 vs 575,630); the Samsung Galaxy M17 is noticeably lighter (192g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy M17
TCL K70 Power
What makes Samsung Galaxy M17 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 607489 vs 575630
- Better Geekbench Single: 960 vs 727
- Lighter: 192g vs 215g
- Cheaper at launch: $130 vs $269
- Higher performance (46/100 vs 44/100)
- Better camera (33/100 vs 30/100)
- Better display (67/100 vs 55/100)
- Better portability (69/100 vs 39/100)
What makes TCL K70 Power better?
- Better Geekbench Multi: 2014 vs 1826
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 33W vs 25W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Longer battery life (56/100 vs 52/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy M17 vs the TCL K70 Power, the Samsung Galaxy M17 scores 5 points higher (48/100 vs 43/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy M17 — 76/100, TCL K70 Power — 32/100; 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 TCL K70 Power are nearly equal (46/100 vs 44/100). 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 TCL K70 Power are nearly equal (33/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the TCL K70 Power and the Samsung Galaxy M17 are nearly equal (56/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 significantly outperforms the TCL K70 Power (69/100 vs 39/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy M17 | TCL K70 Power | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 1330 | MediaTek Helio G100 Turbo | |
| AnTuTu | 607489 | 575630 | |
| Geekbench Single | 960 | 727 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1826 | 2014 | |
| Display | 6.7" Super AMOLED | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 720x1570 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 33W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 5 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 4GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1100 nits | 750 nits | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 164.4×77.9×7.5 mm | 167.7×79.1×9.0 mm | |
| Weight | 192 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | $130 | $269 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy M17
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 13MP
TCL K70 Power
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy M17
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
TCL K70 Power
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1570
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy M17
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless charging: no data
TCL K70 Power
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy M17 and TCL K70 Power, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy M17 leads TCL K70 Power by 5.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $139. Samsung Galaxy M17 was $139 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 and the TCL K70 Power are nearly equal (46/100 vs 44/100).
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 TCL K70 Power are nearly equal (33/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the TCL K70 Power and the Samsung Galaxy M17 are nearly equal (56/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 significantly outperforms the TCL K70 Power (69/100 vs 39/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy M17 or the TCL K70 Power?
The Samsung Galaxy M17 edges out the TCL K70 Power by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy M17 and the TCL K70 Power?
The Samsung Galaxy M17 has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the TCL K70 Power — 43/100.
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy M17 over the TCL K70 Power?
The Samsung Galaxy M17 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.