Samsung Galaxy M17 vs Tecno Spark 8C
The Samsung Galaxy M17 (2025) runs on the Samsung Exynos 1330, while the Tecno Spark 8C (2022) runs on the Unisoc SC9863A; estimated prices are $130 and $100. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy M17 leads — 26/100 vs 13/100 (a 13-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the Samsung Galaxy M17 is faster in AnTuTu (607,137 vs 153,667); the Samsung Galaxy M17 is thinner (7.5mm vs 9.0mm).
Samsung Galaxy M17
Tecno Spark 8C
- Higher AnTuTu: 607137 vs 153667
- Better Geekbench Single: 952 vs 205
- Better Geekbench Multi: 1963 vs 846
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 90Hz vs 60Hz
- Better camera (28/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (37/100 vs 36/100)
- Better display (50/100 vs 0/100)
- Lighter: 191g vs 192g
- Cheaper: $100 vs $130
- Better design/ergonomics (61/100 vs 60/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy M17 vs the Tecno Spark 8C, the Samsung Galaxy M17 scores 13 points higher (26/100 vs 13/100). 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 Samsung Galaxy M17 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 8C (50/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 8C (28/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 and the Tecno Spark 8C are nearly equal (37/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Tecno Spark 8C and the Samsung Galaxy M17 are nearly equal (61/100 vs 60/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy M17 | Tecno Spark 8C | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 1330 | Unisoc SC9863A | |
| AnTuTu | 607137 | 153667 | |
| Geekbench Single | 952 | 205 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1963 | 846 | |
| Display | 6.7" Super AMOLED | 6.6" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 13 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 5 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 2GB / 3GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 32GB / 64GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1100 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | — | |
| Dimensions | 164.4×77.9×7.5 mm | 164.6×76.0×9.0 mm | |
| Weight | 192 g | 191 g | |
| Price | $130 | $100 |
Samsung Galaxy M17
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 13MP
Tecno Spark 8C
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy M17
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Tecno Spark 8C
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Samsung Galaxy M17
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Spark 8C
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
We compared Samsung Galaxy M17 and Tecno Spark 8C, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy M17 leads Tecno Spark 8C by 295.1% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $30. Tecno Spark 8C is cheaper by $30.
performance
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 Spark 8C (50/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 8C (28/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 and the Tecno Spark 8C are nearly equal (37/100 vs 36/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Tecno Spark 8C and the Samsung Galaxy M17 are nearly equal (61/100 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 Spark 8C?
The Samsung Galaxy M17 is noticeably better than the Tecno Spark 8C — the overall rating gap is 13 points.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy M17 and the Tecno Spark 8C?
The Samsung Galaxy M17 has a MobileRank rating of 26/100, the Tecno Spark 8C — 13/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy M17 or the Tecno Spark 8C?
The Samsung Galaxy M17 leads on camera score (28/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy M17 over the Tecno Spark 8C?
The Samsung Galaxy M17 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Tecno Spark 8C is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.