Samsung Galaxy M17 vs Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
The Samsung Galaxy M17 (2025) runs on the Samsung Exynos 1330, while the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8350 Ultimate. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads — 44/100 vs 26/100 (a 18-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP; the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (1,700,848 vs 607,137); the Samsung Galaxy M17 is thinner (7.5mm vs 8.9mm).
Samsung Galaxy M17
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
- Better design/ergonomics (60/100 vs 50/100)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 1700848 vs 607137
- Better Geekbench Single: 1398 vs 952
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4313 vs 1963
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 70W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (21/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (40/100 vs 28/100)
- Longer battery life (63/100 vs 37/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy M17 vs the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra scores 18 points higher (44/100 vs 26/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads (21/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads (40/100 vs 28/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads (63/100 vs 37/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 leads (100/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17 (21/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17 (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra is a bit better (40/100 vs 28/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17 (63/100 vs 37/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 is a bit better (60/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra (100/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy M17 | Tecno Pova 7 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 1330 | MediaTek Dimensity 8350 Ultimate | |
| AnTuTu | 607137 | 1700848 | |
| Geekbench Single | 952 | 1398 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1963 | 4313 | |
| Display | 6.7" Super AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 70W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 30W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 5 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 15, HIOS 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1100 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 164.4×77.9×7.5 mm | 160.0×75.2×8.9 mm | |
| Weight | 192 g | — | |
| Price | $130 | — |
Samsung Galaxy M17
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 13MP
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
- Main: 108MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Samsung Galaxy M17
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Samsung Galaxy M17
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 70W
- Wireless: 30W
We compared Samsung Galaxy M17 and Tecno Pova 7 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads Samsung Galaxy M17 by 64.3% in our overall performance rating.
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17 (21/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17 (100/100 vs 50/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra is a bit better (40/100 vs 28/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17 (63/100 vs 37/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 is a bit better (60/100 vs 50/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra (100/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy M17 or the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra?
The Tecno Pova 7 Ultra is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy M17 — the overall rating gap is 18 points.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy M17 and the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy M17 has a MobileRank rating of 26/100, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra — 44/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy M17 or the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra?
The Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads on camera score (40/100 vs 28/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy M17 or the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra?
The Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads on performance (21/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy M17 over the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy M17 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Tecno Pova 7 Ultra is a better fit for everyday use.