Smartphones · Samsung
Samsung Galaxy A57 256GB- Storage:
- 256 GB
- Memory (RAM):
- 8 GB
- Reference price:
- SAR 1,489
Samsung Galaxy A57 256GB vs Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro Max 5G: which one suits you?
The two differ in 11 of the specs we have recorded, and the Samsung Galaxy A57 256GB is cheaper by SAR 410 (prices checked 3 Nov 2026).
Which one should you choose?
- Paying less: cheaper by SAR 410
- Higher-resolution main camera (50 MP vs 8 MP)
- Higher years of OS updates: 6 years vs 4 years
- More memory for multitasking (12 GB vs 8 GB)
- Larger screen refresh rate: 120 Hz vs 90 Hz
- Higher wired charging: 100 W vs 45 W
The deciding difference here: memory (RAM) and screen refresh rate and price.
Compares recorded specs; a missing spec does not mean the feature is absent.
Smartphones · Xiaomi
Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro Max 5G- Memory (RAM):
- 12 GB
- Screen size:
- 6.83 in
- Reference price:
- SAR 1,899
Key differences
Memory (RAM)
8 GB✓ 12 GBScreen size
6.7 in6.83 inDisplay type
Super AMOLED PlusAMOLED
Specifications side by side
21 of 21 specs
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| Spec | | |
|---|---|---|
| Reference price | SAR 1,489 | SAR 1,899 |
| Storage | 256 GB | — |
| Memory (RAM) | 8 GB | ✓ 12 GB |
| Processor | — | Snapdragon 6 Gen 5 |
| Battery capacity | 5,000 mAh | — |
| Wired charging | 45 W | ✓ 100 W |
| Main camera | ✓ 50 MP | 8 MP |
| Years of OS updates | ✓ 6 years | 4 years |
| 5G | Yes | Yes |
| Front camera | — | 32 MP |
| Screen size | 6.7 in | 6.83 in |
| Display type | Super AMOLED Plus | AMOLED |
| Resolution | 2340 x 1080 | 1.5K |
| Screen refresh rate | 90 Hz | ✓ 120 Hz |
| Water and dust rating | IP68 | IP66 |
| Operating system | Android 16 | Xiaomi HyperOS 3 |
| Dual SIM | Yes | Yes |
| Release year | 2025 | 2026 |
| Colour | — | Black |
| Dimensions | — | 16.3 x 7.8 x 0.9 cm |
| Weight | 192 g | — |
| Warranty | — | 2 years |
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Direct comparison questions
What is the difference in main camera between the Samsung Galaxy A57 256GB and the Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro Max 5G?
Main camera is higher on the Samsung Galaxy A57 256GB: 50 MP vs 8 MP on the Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro Max 5G. If this spec is your priority, the difference favours it.
What is the difference in wired charging between the Samsung Galaxy A57 256GB and the Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro Max 5G?
Wired charging is higher on the Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro Max 5G: 100 W vs 45 W on the Samsung Galaxy A57 256GB. If this spec is your priority, the difference favours it.
What is the difference in years of OS updates between the Samsung Galaxy A57 256GB and the Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro Max 5G?
Years of OS updates is higher on the Samsung Galaxy A57 256GB: 6 years vs 4 years on the Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro Max 5G. If this spec is your priority, the difference favours it.
What is the difference in memory (RAM) between the Samsung Galaxy A57 256GB and the Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro Max 5G?
Memory (RAM) is higher on the Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro Max 5G: 12 GB vs 8 GB on the Samsung Galaxy A57 256GB. If this spec is your priority, the difference favours it.