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Realme C100i (India) vs Samsung Galaxy F17 5G: Which One Should You Buy?

Samsung Galaxy F17 5G edges ahead with a BeastScore of 86.0/100 — but the right choice depends on what matters to you.

Head-to-head
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Realme · 2026

Realme C100i (India)

Realme C100i (India)
86/ 100
Launch pricePrice on request
Samsung · 2025

Samsung Galaxy F17 5G

Samsung Galaxy F17 5G
86/ 100
Launch pricePrice on request
Head-to-head

Samsung Galaxy F17 5G wins 3 of 6 categories

Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.

Realme C100i (India)
Realme C100i (India)
1 win
Samsung Galaxy F17 5G
Samsung Galaxy F17 5G
3 wins
At a glance

Bigger shape = better phone.

SpeedCameraSelfieBatteryDisplayConnectivity
Realme C100i (India)Samsung Galaxy F17 5G
Category winners

Scores out of 100. "From specs" scores compare only the specs both phones list. How we score

  • Speedfrom specsSamsung Galaxy F17 5G
    33
    63
  • Camerafrom specsTie
    32
    32
  • VideoNot enough data
  • SelfieTie
    60
    60
  • BatteryRealme C100i (India)
    62
    54
  • Displayfrom specsSamsung Galaxy F17 5G
    66
    85
  • ConnectivitySamsung Galaxy F17 5G
    55
    65
  • SecurityNot enough data
  • ValueNot enough data
Key differences
  • Realme C100i (India) has the bigger battery6,500 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • Realme C100i (India) has the bigger screen6.81" vs 6.7"
  • Samsung Galaxy F17 5G is lighter192 g vs 208 g
  • Samsung Galaxy F17 5G has newer Bluetooth5.3 vs 5.2
  • Samsung Galaxy F17 5G has more RAM8 GB vs 4 GB
  • Samsung Galaxy F17 5G has the faster chipExynos 1330 vs Unisoc T7250
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Why buy each phone

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Reasons to buy Realme C100i (India)
  • ✓Bigger 6,500 mAh battery (+1,500 mAh)
  • ✓50 MP main camera
  • ✓6.81" display at 120 Hz
Reasons to buy Samsung Galaxy F17 5G
  • ✓16 g lighter (192 g vs 208 g), easier to hold
  • ✓50 MP main camera
  • ✓6.7" display at 120 Hz

Full specifications

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SpecificationRealme C100i (India)Samsung Galaxy F17 5G
1. Display & Screen🏆 Samsung Galaxy F17 5G Wins Display
Screen typeColor IPS ScreenColor Super AMOLED Screen (16M Colors)
Screen Size6.81"6.7"
Resolution & Density~ 254 PPI ~ 385 PPI
Refresh Rate120 Hz120 Hz
BrightnessN/AN/A
Screen ProtectionNot listedNot listed
2. Platform & Performance🏆 Samsung Galaxy F17 5G Wins Performance
Chipset / ProcessorUnisoc T7250 Exynos 1330
CPU CoresNot listedNot listed
GPU GraphicsNot listedNot listed
Operating SystemAndroid 15 16Android 15 15
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory4 GB LPDDR8 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage128 GB128 GB
Storage SpeedNot listedNot listed
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics
Primary Camera50 MP, 50MP Main + Depth Sensor50 MP, 50MP Main + Depth Sensor
Telephoto ZoomNone (digital zoom only)None (digital zoom only)
Ultrawide CameraN/AN/A
LiDAR / DepthNoneNone
5. Video
Main Camera Video
Not listed
Not listed
Front Video
Not listed
Not listed
6. Selfie Camera
Selfie Lens16 MP16 MP
7. Body & Dimensions🏆 Samsung Galaxy F17 5G Lightest Chassis
DimensionsN/AN/A
Weight208 g192 g
Build MaterialsNot listedNot listed
SIM TypeNot listedNot listed
Water ResistanceNot listedNot listed
8. Battery & Charging🏆 Realme C100i (India) Wins Battery
Battery Capacity6,500 mAh5,000 mAh
Wired Fast ChargingN/AN/A
Wireless ChargingNot listedNot listed
Reverse ChargingNot listedNot listed
9. Sound & Audio
LoudspeakerNot listedNot listed
3.5mm Headphone JackNoNo
10. Connectivity
Wi-Fi StandardYes, with wifi-hotspotYes, with wifi-hotspot
BluetoothYes, v5.2Yes, v5.3
USB Port & SpeedYes, USB-C v2.0Yes, USB-C v2.0
NFCYesYes
11. Sensors & Security
SensorsNot listedNot listed
Satellite FeaturesNot listedNot listed
12. Colors & Overview
ColorsNot listedNot listed
Launch PricePrice on requestPrice on request
Our verdict

Samsung Galaxy F17 5G wins — BeastScore 86.0/100

The Samsung Galaxy F17 5G is the better pick for most people thanks to its lighter body (192 g vs 208 g) and newer Bluetooth (5.3 vs 5.2). The Realme C100i (India) is worth a look if you prefer its bigger battery (6,500 mAh vs 5,000 mAh).

Buy Realme C100i (India) if you want

Larger battery: 6,500 mAh vs 5,000 mAh

Buy Samsung Galaxy F17 5G if you want

More RAM: 8 GB vs 4 GB · Lighter: 192 g vs 208 g (16 g less)

Common questions

Which is better: Realme C100i (India) or Samsung Galaxy F17 5G?

The Samsung Galaxy F17 5G is the better pick for most people thanks to its lighter body (192 g vs 208 g) and newer Bluetooth (5.3 vs 5.2). The Realme C100i (India) is worth a look if you prefer its bigger battery (6,500 mAh vs 5,000 mAh). BeastScore: Realme C100i (India) 86.0/100, Samsung Galaxy F17 5G 86.0/100.

What are the main battery and display differences between Realme C100i (India) and Samsung Galaxy F17 5G?

Realme C100i (India) has a 6.81-inch display and 6500 mAh battery. Samsung Galaxy F17 5G has a 6.7-inch display and 5000 mAh battery.

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