Realme Narzo 90X vs Samsung Galaxy M17 5G
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Key Specifications
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | Samsung Exynos 1330 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display | 6.8", IPS LCD, 144Hz | 6.7", AMOLED, 90Hz | ||
| Camera | 50MP/8MP (Front) | 50MP+5MP+2MP/13MP (Front) | ||
| Battery | 7000mAh, 60W | 5000mAh, 25W | ||
| RAM | 6GB | 4GB | ||
| Storage | 128GB | 128GB |
Top Recommendation
| Recommended For | Multimedia, Battery, Gaming and Software | Performance, Display, Software, Design, Build Quality and Main Camera |
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General
| Colors | Flash Blue, Nitro Blue, Maroon Red | Moonlight Silver, Sapphire Black | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launch | December 16, 2025 | October 10, 2025 | ||
| Availability | December 23, 2025 | October 13, 2025 | ||
| Launch Price | ₹13,999 | ₹12,499 |
Display
Winner:Samsung Galaxy M17 5G
| Type | IPS LCD | AMOLED | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Refresh Rate | 144 Hz | 90 Hz | ||
| Features | SDR | SDR | ||
| Size | 6.8 inches | 6.7 inches | ||
| Resolution Width | 720 pixels | 1080 pixels | ||
| Resolution Height | 1570 pixels | 2340 pixels | ||
| Resolution Ratio | 19.5:9 | 19.5:9 | ||
| Pixel Per Inch | 256 ppi | 385 ppi | ||
| Display Resolution | HD+ | FHD+ | ||
| Peak Brightness | 1200 nits | 1100 nits |
Body
Winner:Samsung Galaxy M17 5G
| Weight | 212 grams | 192 grams | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front | Dragontrail Glass | Gorilla Glass Victus | ||
| Back | Plastic | Plastic | ||
| Side | Plastic Frame | Plastic Frame | ||
| Build Quality | Plastic Material | |||
| Port | USB Type-C | USB Type-C 2.0 | ||
| IP rating | IP65 (Dust and Water Resistant) | IP54 (Dust and Water Resistant) | ||
| Speaker | Stereo Speakers | Loudspeaker |
Processor
Winner:Realme Narzo 90X
| Chipset Brand | MediaTek | Samsung | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chipset Name | Dimensity 6300 | Exynos 1330 | ||
| CPU | Octa-core | Octa-core | ||
| GPU | Mali-G57 MC2 | Mali-G68 MP2 |
Main Camera
Winner:Samsung Galaxy M17 5G
| Camera Resolution | 50 MP | 50 MP | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Camera Type | Wide-angle | Wide-angle | ||
| Features | Dual View, HDR, Hi-Res Mode, LED Flash, Panorama, Slow-Mo, Time Lapse | Digital Zoom, HDR, LED Flash, Panorama | ||
| Stabilization | No Stabilization | OIS | ||
| Video | 120fps Slo-mo, Cinematic Mode, Dual Video | Slow Motion | ||
| Camera 2 Resolution | 5 MP | |||
| Camera 2 Type | Ultra-wide | |||
| Camera 3 Resolution | 2 MP | |||
| Camera 3 Type | Macro |
Operating System
| Software Name | Android | Android | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Software Skin | Realme UI | One UI | ||
| OS Updates(Years) | 3 year(s) | 6 year(s) | ||
| AI Features | AI Edit Genie, AI Eraser, AI Unblur | Circle to Search with Google, Gemini Live |
Selfie Camera
Winner:Realme Narzo 90X
| Front Camera Resolution | 8 MP | 13 MP | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front Camera Type | Wide | Wide | ||
| Features | Dual Video, Face unlock, Night, panorama, Portrait Mode, Time Lapse | Face unlock | ||
| Video | 1080@30fps, 720@30fps, Dual Video, Supported, Time Lapse | 1080p@30 fps |
Battery
Winner:Realme Narzo 90X
| Capacity | 7000 mAh | 5000 mAh | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Battery Type | Lithium Ion | |||
| Wireless Charging | ||||
| Charging Speed | 60 W | 25 W |
Memory
Winner:Samsung Galaxy M17 5G
| Storage | 128 GB | 128 GB | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Storage type | eMMC 5.1 | UFS 2.2 | ||
| RAM | 6 GB | 4 GB | ||
| RAM type | LPDDR4X | LPDDR4X |
Network
| Sim Slot | Dual nano-SIM (nano-SIM, dual stand-by) | Hybrid Dual SIM (2 Nano SIMs, 1 Nano SIM+1 microSD) | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Network | 5G, GSM, LTE, WCDMA | 5G, GSM, LTE, UMTS |
Connectivity
Winner:Realme Narzo 90X
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 5 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac | Wi-Fi 5 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.3 | ||
| Positioning | Beidou, GALILEO, GLONASS, GPS, QZSS | Beidou, Galileo, Glonass, GPS, QZSS | ||
| NFC | - | Supported | ||
| Radio | - | - |
Features
| Fingerprint Scanner | Side Mounted | Side Mounted | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sensors | Accelerometer, Ambient Light Sensor, E-Compass, Gyroscope, Proximity Sensor | Accelerometer, Ambient Light Sensor, Geomagnetic Sensor, Gyroscope, Virtual Proximity Sensor |
