Samsung Galaxy M17 5G vs Xiaomi Poco C81: Which One Should You Buy?
Samsung Galaxy M17 5G edges ahead with a BeastScore of 86.0/100 — but the right choice depends on what matters to you.
Samsung Galaxy M17 5G
Xiaomi Poco C81
Samsung Galaxy M17 5G wins 1 of 5 categories
Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.
Bigger shape = better phone.
Scores out of 100. "From specs" scores compare only the specs both phones list. How we score
- Speedfrom specsSamsung Galaxy M17 5G6333
- Camerafrom specsTie3232
- VideoNot enough data
- SelfieTie6060
- Batteryfrom specsXiaomi Poco C8167100
- Displayfrom specsTie8888
- ConnectivityNot enough data
- SecurityNot enough data
- ValueNot enough data
- Xiaomi Poco C81 has the bigger battery6,300 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
- Xiaomi Poco C81 has the bigger screen6.9" vs 6.7"
- Samsung Galaxy M17 5G has more RAM8 GB vs 4 GB
- Samsung Galaxy M17 5G has the faster chipExynos 1330 vs Unisoc T7250
Why buy each phone
Swipe ⇄Samsung Galaxy M17 5G wins — BeastScore 86.0/100
After comparing all the specs, Samsung Galaxy M17 5G is the stronger all-round phone. Its main edge: More system memory: 8GB RAM vs max 4GB and Lighter body: 192g (807g lighter in hand).
More system memory: 8GB RAM vs max 4GB · Lighter body: 192g (807g lighter in hand)
Larger battery capacity: 6,300 mAh (+1,300 mAh more)
Common questions
Which is better: Samsung Galaxy M17 5G or Xiaomi Poco C81?
Samsung Galaxy M17 5G leads with an overall BeastScore of 86.0/100 compared to Xiaomi Poco C81 (86.0/100), driven by advantages in More system memory: 8GB RAM vs max 4GB and Lighter body: 192g (807g lighter in hand).
What are the main battery and display differences between Samsung Galaxy M17 5G and Xiaomi Poco C81?
Samsung Galaxy M17 5G has a 6.7-inch display and 5000 mAh battery. Xiaomi Poco C81 has a 6.9-inch display and 6300 mAh battery.
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