Samsung Galaxy M17 vs Tecno Pop X
The Samsung Galaxy M17 (2025) runs on the Samsung Exynos 1330, while the Tecno Pop X (2026) runs on the Unisoc T7250; estimated prices are $130 and $100. Both devices score the same overall rating of 26/100. Key differences: the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the Samsung Galaxy M17 is faster in AnTuTu (607,137 vs 310,000); the Samsung Galaxy M17 has NFC for contactless payments, the Tecno Pop X doesn't.
Samsung Galaxy M17
Tecno Pop X
- Higher AnTuTu: 607137 vs 310000
- Better Geekbench Single: 952 vs 600
- Better Geekbench Multi: 1963 vs 1800
- Faster charging: 25W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Better camera (28/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (37/100 vs 36/100)
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Lighter: 186g vs 192g
- Cheaper: $100 vs $130
- Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (67/100 vs 60/100)
The Samsung Galaxy M17 and the Tecno Pop X received the same MobileRank rating — 26/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 leads (28/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Tecno Pop X significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17 (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 notably outperforms the Tecno Pop X (28/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 and the Tecno Pop X are nearly equal (37/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Tecno Pop X is a bit better (67/100 vs 60/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy M17 | Tecno Pop X | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 1330 | Unisoc T7250 | |
| AnTuTu | 607137 | 310000 | |
| Geekbench Single | 952 | 600 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1963 | 1800 | |
| Display | 6.7" Super AMOLED | 6.8" LCD | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 1600x720 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 13 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 5 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 4GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 64GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1100 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 164.4×77.9×7.5 mm | 167.9×79.3×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 192 g | 186 g | |
| Price | $130 | $100 |
Samsung Galaxy M17
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 13MP
Tecno Pop X
- Main: 13MP f/f/1.85
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy M17
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Tecno Pop X
- 6.8" LCD
- Resolution: 1600x720
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy M17
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Pop X
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
We compared Samsung Galaxy M17 and Tecno Pop X, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy M17 leads Tecno Pop X by 95.9% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $30. Tecno Pop X is cheaper by $30.
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Tecno Pop X significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17 (100/100 vs 50/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 notably outperforms the Tecno Pop X (28/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 and the Tecno Pop X are nearly equal (37/100 vs 36/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Tecno Pop X is a bit better (67/100 vs 60/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy M17 or the Tecno Pop X?
Both devices scored 26/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the Tecno Pop X.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy M17 and the Tecno Pop X?
The Samsung Galaxy M17 has a MobileRank rating of 26/100, the Tecno Pop X — 26/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy M17 or the Tecno Pop X?
The Samsung Galaxy M17 leads on camera score (28/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy M17 over the Tecno Pop X?
The Samsung Galaxy M17 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Tecno Pop X is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.