Samsung Galaxy M17 vs ZTE Libero 5G III
The Samsung Galaxy M17 (2025) runs on the Samsung Exynos 1330, while the ZTE Libero 5G III (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 700 (). By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy M17 leads — 26/100 vs 7/100 (a 19-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy M17 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4120); the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the Samsung Galaxy M17 is noticeably lighter (192g vs 207g).
Samsung Galaxy M17
ZTE Libero 5G III
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4120 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Lighter: 192g vs 207g
- Better camera (28/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (37/100 vs 15/100)
- Better display (50/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (60/100 vs 41/100)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
- Overall rating 7/100
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy M17 vs the ZTE Libero 5G III, the Samsung Galaxy M17 scores 19 points higher (26/100 vs 7/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 leads (28/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 leads (37/100 vs 15/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 leads (100/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (50/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 notably outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (28/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 notably outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (37/100 vs 15/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 notably outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (60/100 vs 41/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (100/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy M17 | ZTE Libero 5G III | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 1330 | MediaTek Dimensity 700 () | |
| AnTuTu | 607137 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 952 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1963 | — | |
| Display | 6.7" Super AMOLED | 6.7" OLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4120 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 13 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 5 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | — | |
| Storage | 128GB | 64GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 12 Snow Cone | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1100 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | — | |
| Dimensions | 164.4×77.9×7.5 mm | 78.0×168.0×9.1 mm | |
| Weight | 192 g | 207 g | |
| Price | $130 | — |
Samsung Galaxy M17
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 13MP
ZTE Libero 5G III
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy M17
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
ZTE Libero 5G III
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: —
Samsung Galaxy M17
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
ZTE Libero 5G III
- 4120 mAh
- No wireless charging
ZTE Libero 5G III
Price unknownperformance
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 ZTE Libero 5G III (50/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 notably outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (28/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 notably outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (37/100 vs 15/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 notably outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (60/100 vs 41/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (100/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy M17 or the ZTE Libero 5G III?
The Samsung Galaxy M17 is noticeably better than the ZTE Libero 5G III — the overall rating gap is 19 points.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy M17 and the ZTE Libero 5G III?
The Samsung Galaxy M17 has a MobileRank rating of 26/100, the ZTE Libero 5G III — 7/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy M17 or the ZTE Libero 5G III?
The Samsung Galaxy M17 leads on camera score (28/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy M17 over the ZTE Libero 5G III?
The Samsung Galaxy M17 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The ZTE Libero 5G III is a better fit for everyday use.