Samsung Galaxy A 17 128GB vs Xiaomi Redmi 17 5G 128GB: which one suits you?

The two differ in 7 of the specs we have recorded, and the Xiaomi Redmi 17 5G 128GB is cheaper by SAR 85 (prices checked 12 Nov 2026).

Which one should you choose?

  • More memory for multitasking (6 GB vs 4 GB)
  • Paying less: cheaper by SAR 85
  • Bigger battery for a longer day (7,500 mAh vs 5,000 mAh)
  • Higher wired charging: 45 W vs 25 W

The deciding difference here: memory (RAM) and battery capacity and price.

Compares recorded specs; a missing spec does not mean the feature is absent.

Key differences

  • Memory (RAM)

    ✓ 6 GB4 GB
  • Screen size

    6.7 in6.9 in
  • Battery capacity

    5,000 mAh✓ 7,500 mAh

Specifications side by side

18 of 18 specs

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Spec
SamsungSAR 784
Samsung Galaxy A 17 128GB specs
XiaomiSAR 699
Xiaomi Redmi 17 5G 128GB specs
Reference priceSAR 784SAR 699
Memory (RAM)✓ 6 GB4 GB
Processor—Snapdragon 5 Gen 2
Battery capacity5,000 mAh✓ 7,500 mAh
Wired charging25 W✓ 45 W
5G—Yes
Storage128 GB128 GB
Main camera50 MP50 MP

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Direct comparison questions

What is the difference in storage between the Samsung Galaxy A 17 128GB and the Xiaomi Redmi 17 5G 128GB?

No difference here: storage is 128 GB on both.

What is the difference in main camera between the Samsung Galaxy A 17 128GB and the Xiaomi Redmi 17 5G 128GB?

No difference here: main camera is 50 MP on both.

What is the difference in battery capacity between the Samsung Galaxy A 17 128GB and the Xiaomi Redmi 17 5G 128GB?

Battery capacity is higher on the Xiaomi Redmi 17 5G 128GB: 7,500 mAh vs 5,000 mAh on the Samsung Galaxy A 17 128GB. If this spec is your priority, the difference favours it.

What is the difference in wired charging between the Samsung Galaxy A 17 128GB and the Xiaomi Redmi 17 5G 128GB?

Wired charging is higher on the Xiaomi Redmi 17 5G 128GB: 45 W vs 25 W on the Samsung Galaxy A 17 128GB. If this spec is your priority, the difference favours it.