Samsung Galaxy M17 vs Tecno Pop 5X
The Samsung Galaxy M17 (2025) runs on the Samsung Exynos 1330, while the Tecno Pop 5X (2022) runs on the Unisoc. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy M17 leads — 26/100 vs 9/100 (a 17-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy M17 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 8 MP; the Samsung Galaxy M17 has NFC for contactless payments, the Tecno Pop 5X doesn't; the Tecno Pop 5X is noticeably lighter (150g vs 192g).
Samsung Galaxy M17
Tecno Pop 5X
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 8MP
- Better camera (28/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (37/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (50/100 vs 0/100)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
- Lighter: 150g vs 192g
- Better design/ergonomics (100/100 vs 60/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy M17 vs the Tecno Pop 5X, the Samsung Galaxy M17 scores 17 points higher (26/100 vs 9/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 leads (28/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 leads (37/100 vs 12/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 leads (100/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (50/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 notably outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (28/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 notably outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (37/100 vs 12/100). In the "design" category, the Tecno Pop 5X significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17 (100/100 vs 60/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (100/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy M17 | Tecno Pop 5X | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 1330 | Unisoc | |
| AnTuTu | 607137 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 952 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1963 | — | |
| Display | 6.7" Super AMOLED | 6.5" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 5 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 2GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 32GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 10 (Go edition), HiOS | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1100 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP54 | — | |
| Dimensions | 164.4×77.9×7.5 mm | 166.0×75.9×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 192 g | 150 g | |
| Price | $130 | — |
Samsung Galaxy M17
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 13MP
Tecno Pop 5X
- Main: 8MP
- Front: 5MP
Samsung Galaxy M17
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Tecno Pop 5X
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Samsung Galaxy M17
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Pop 5X
- 4000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Tecno Pop 5X
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (50/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 notably outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (28/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 notably outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (37/100 vs 12/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Tecno Pop 5X significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17 (100/100 vs 60/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (100/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy M17 or the Tecno Pop 5X?
The Samsung Galaxy M17 is noticeably better than the Tecno Pop 5X — the overall rating gap is 17 points.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy M17 and the Tecno Pop 5X?
The Samsung Galaxy M17 has a MobileRank rating of 26/100, the Tecno Pop 5X — 9/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy M17 or the Tecno Pop 5X?
The Samsung Galaxy M17 leads on camera score (28/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy M17 over the Tecno Pop 5X?
The Samsung Galaxy M17 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Tecno Pop 5X is a better fit for everyday use.