Samsung Galaxy M17 vs Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra
The Samsung Galaxy M17 (2025) runs on the Samsung Exynos 1330, while the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500M; launch prices were $130 and $548. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads — 75/100 vs 48/100 (a 27-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra has the bigger battery (9100 mAh vs 5000); the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,579,952 vs 607,489); the Samsung Galaxy M17 is noticeably lighter (192g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy M17
Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra
What makes Samsung Galaxy M17 better?
- Lighter: 192g vs 225g
- Cheaper at launch: $130 vs $548
- Better portability (69/100 vs 38/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3579952 vs 607489
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 960
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 1826
- Bigger battery: 9100 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 25W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 46/100)
- Better camera (35/100 vs 33/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 67/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy M17 vs the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra scores 27 points higher (75/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads (95/100 vs 46/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads (80/100 vs 52/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy M17 — 76/100, Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra — 68/100; 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 Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17 (95/100 vs 46/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17 (99/100 vs 67/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra and the Samsung Galaxy M17 are nearly equal (35/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17 (80/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra (69/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy M17 | Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 1330 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500M | |
| AnTuTu | 607489 | 3579952 | |
| Geekbench Single | 960 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1826 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.7" Super AMOLED | 6.8" LTPS AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 1440x3200 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 9100 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 5 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 / OriginOS 6 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1100 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 164.4×77.9×7.5 mm | 163.4×75.9×8.6 mm | |
| Weight | 192 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | $130 | $548 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy M17
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 13MP
Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy M17
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPS AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy M17
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra
- 9100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy M17 and Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads Samsung Galaxy M17 by 83.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $418. Samsung Galaxy M17 was $418 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17 (95/100 vs 46/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17 (99/100 vs 67/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra and the Samsung Galaxy M17 are nearly equal (35/100 vs 33/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17 (80/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra (69/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy M17 or the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17 by 27 points (75/100 vs 48/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy M17 and the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy M17 has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra — 75/100.
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy M17 or the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads on performance (95/100 vs 46/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy M17 over the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy M17 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.