Samsung Galaxy M17 vs Vivo Y19s
The Samsung Galaxy M17 (2025) runs on the Samsung Exynos 1330, while the Vivo Y19s (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300; launch prices were $130 and $110. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy M17 leads — 48/100 vs 36/100 (a 12-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo Y19s has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the Samsung Galaxy M17 is faster in AnTuTu (607,489 vs 528,398); the Samsung Galaxy M17 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo Y19s doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy M17
Vivo Y19s
What makes Samsung Galaxy M17 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 607489 vs 528398
- Better Geekbench Single: 960 vs 771
- Faster charging: 25W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Lighter: 192g vs 199g
- Higher performance (46/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (33/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (52/100 vs 51/100)
- Better display (67/100 vs 43/100)
- Better portability (69/100 vs 57/100)
What makes Vivo Y19s better?
- Better Geekbench Multi: 1980 vs 1826
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $110 vs $130
- Overall rating 36/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy M17 vs the Vivo Y19s, the Samsung Galaxy M17 scores 12 points higher (48/100 vs 36/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 leads (33/100 vs 10/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy M17 — 76/100, Vivo Y19s — 56/100; 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 Samsung Galaxy M17 and the Vivo Y19s are nearly equal (46/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 notably outperforms the Vivo Y19s (67/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 notably outperforms the Vivo Y19s (33/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 and the Vivo Y19s are nearly equal (52/100 vs 51/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 is a bit better (69/100 vs 57/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy M17 | Vivo Y19s | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 1330 | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | |
| AnTuTu | 607489 | 528398 | |
| Geekbench Single | 960 | 771 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1826 | 1980 | |
| Display | 6.7" Super AMOLED | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 13 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 5 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1100 nits | 700 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 164.4×77.9×7.5 mm | 167.3×77.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 192 g | 199 g | |
| Launch price | $130 | $110 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy M17
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 13MP
Vivo Y19s
- Main: 13MP f/2.2
- Front: 5MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy M17
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo Y19s
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy M17
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo Y19s
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy M17 and Vivo Y19s, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy M17 leads Vivo Y19s by 15.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $20. Vivo Y19s was $20 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 and the Vivo Y19s are nearly equal (46/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 notably outperforms the Vivo Y19s (67/100 vs 43/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 notably outperforms the Vivo Y19s (33/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 and the Vivo Y19s are nearly equal (52/100 vs 51/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 is a bit better (69/100 vs 57/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy M17 or the Vivo Y19s?
The Samsung Galaxy M17 is noticeably better than the Vivo Y19s — the overall rating gap is 12 points.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy M17 and the Vivo Y19s?
The Samsung Galaxy M17 has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Vivo Y19s — 36/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy M17 or the Vivo Y19s?
The Samsung Galaxy M17 leads on camera score (33/100 vs 10/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy M17 over the Vivo Y19s?
The Samsung Galaxy M17 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.