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).

The Samsung Galaxy M17 is noticeably better than the ZTE Libero 5G III — the overall rating gap is 19 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy M17
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 28
Battery 37
Design 60
Value for money 100
ZTE Libero 5G III
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 0
Battery 15
Design 41
Value for money 55
What makes Samsung Galaxy M17 better?
  • 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)
What makes ZTE Libero 5G III better?

  • Overall rating 7/100
Comparison verdict

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).

Samsung Galaxy M17: The Samsung Galaxy M17 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
ZTE Libero 5G III: The ZTE Libero 5G III is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
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
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy M17
  • Main: 50MP f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 5MP
  • Front: 13MP
28
camera
ZTE Libero 5G III
  • Main: 13MP
  • Front: 8MP
0
camera
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy M17
  • 6.7" Super AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2340
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
ZTE Libero 5G III
  • 6.7" OLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy M17
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 25W
  • No wireless charging
37
battery
ZTE Libero 5G III
  • 4120 mAh
  • No wireless charging
15
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Samsung Galaxy M17
$130
ZTE Libero 5G III
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
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 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).

Frequently asked questions
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.