Samsung Galaxy M17e vs Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
The Samsung Galaxy M17e (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300, while the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $140 and $1099. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads — 75/100 vs 43/100 (a 32-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy M17e has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 3900); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is faster in AnTuTu (3,034,849 vs 528,398); the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge has NFC for contactless payments, the Samsung Galaxy M17e doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is noticeably lighter (163g vs 199g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy M17e
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
What makes Samsung Galaxy M17e better?
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 3900 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $140 vs $1099
- Longer battery life (52/100 vs 29/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3034849 vs 528398
- Better Geekbench Single: 2970 vs 771
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9490 vs 1980
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 163g vs 199g
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (73/100 vs 30/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 55/100)
- Better portability (97/100 vs 57/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy M17e vs the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge scores 32 points higher (75/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads (91/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads (73/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17e leads (52/100 vs 29/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy M17e — 62/100, Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge — 60/100; 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 S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17e (91/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17e (89/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17e (73/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17e notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (52/100 vs 29/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17e (97/100 vs 57/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy M17e | Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 528398 | 3034849 | |
| Geekbench Single | 771 | 2970 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1980 | 9490 | |
| Display | 6.7" PLS LCD | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 3900 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 140 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16, up to 6 major Android upgrades, One UI 8 | Android 15 / One UI 7 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 800 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 167.4×77.4×8.2 mm | 158.2×75.6×5.8 mm | |
| Weight | 199 g | 163 g | |
| Launch price | $140 | $1099 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy M17e
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy M17e
- 6.7" PLS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy M17e
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- 3900 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy M17e and Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads Samsung Galaxy M17e by 82.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $959. Samsung Galaxy M17e was $959 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17e (91/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17e (89/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17e (73/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17e notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (52/100 vs 29/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17e (97/100 vs 57/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy M17e or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17e by 32 points (75/100 vs 43/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy M17e and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy M17e has a MobileRank rating of 43/100, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy M17e or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads on camera score (73/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy M17e or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads on performance (91/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy M17e over the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is a better fit for gamers and power users.