Samsung Galaxy M17e vs Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
The Samsung Galaxy M17e (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300, while the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $140 and $1299. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads — 80/100 vs 43/100 (a 37-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy M17e has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,128,552 vs 528,398); the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra has NFC for contactless payments, the Samsung Galaxy M17e doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy M17e is noticeably lighter (199g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy M17e
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
What makes Samsung Galaxy M17e better?
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Lighter: 199g vs 218g
- Cheaper at launch: $140 vs $1299
- Better portability (57/100 vs 46/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3128552 vs 528398
- Better Geekbench Single: 3100 vs 771
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9760 vs 1980
- Faster charging: 45W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (81/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (56/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (88/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy M17e vs the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra scores 37 points higher (80/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads (81/100 vs 30/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy M17e — 62/100, Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra — 70/100; 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 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17e (92/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17e (88/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17e (81/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra and the Samsung Galaxy M17e are nearly equal (56/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17e is a bit better (57/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy M17e | Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 528398 | 3128552 | |
| Geekbench Single | 771 | 3100 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1980 | 9760 | |
| Display | 6.7" PLS LCD | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 151 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| 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 | 162.8×77.6×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 199 g | 218 g | |
| Launch price | $140 | $1299 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy M17e
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy M17e
- 6.7" PLS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- 6.9" 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 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 11:10 hrs, total 28:43 hrs
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy M17e and Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads Samsung Galaxy M17e by 83.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1159. Samsung Galaxy M17e was $1159 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17e (92/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17e (88/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17e (81/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra and the Samsung Galaxy M17e are nearly equal (56/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17e is a bit better (57/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy M17e or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17e by 37 points (80/100 vs 43/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy M17e and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy M17e has a MobileRank rating of 43/100, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra — 80/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy M17e or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads on camera score (81/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy M17e or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy M17e over the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts.