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Redmi 17C 4G vs Samsung Galaxy A08 4G

Compare cameras, battery, screen and everyday features.

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Redmi 17C 4G

Redmi 17C 4G

  • 206 g.
  • Screen: 720 x 1640 pixels (~260 ppi density).
  • Mediatek Helio G81 Ultra (12 nm) processor.
  • 4 GB RAM in this version.
  • 5,160 mAh battery capacity.
KSh 14,500Out of Stock
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Samsung Galaxy A08 4G 64GB

Samsung Galaxy A08 4G 64GB

  • 90 Hz display refresh rate.
  • 6.7 inch screen.
  • MediaTek Helio G99 processor.
  • 4 GB RAM in this version.
  • 64 GB storage in this version.
KSh 14,500Out of Stock

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Our quick verdict

The Samsung Galaxy A08 4G has a bigger battery (6,000 mAh), charges faster (25 W) and runs newer Android 17 with 6 OS upgrades promised, while the Redmi 17C 4G has a larger 6.88-inch screen and scrolls more smoothly (120 Hz).

Display

Redmi 17C 4G
720 x 1640 pixels (~260 ppi density)
Samsung Galaxy A08 4G
720 x 1600 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~262 ppi density)

Performance

Redmi 17C 4G
Mediatek Helio G81 Ultra (12 nm) processor
Samsung Galaxy A08 4G
MediaTek Helio G99 processor

Battery capacity

Redmi 17C 4G
5,160 mAh battery capacity
Samsung Galaxy A08 4G
6,000 mAh battery capacity

Charging

Redmi 17C 4G
18 W rated wired charging power
Samsung Galaxy A08 4G
25 W rated wired charging power

Camera

Redmi 17C 4G
13 MP main camera
Samsung Galaxy A08 4G
50 MP main camera

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

Redmi 17C 4G

  • Smoother 120 Hz display (vs 90 Hz).
  • Larger 6.88-inch screen (vs 6.7-inch).
  • Newer Bluetooth 5.4 (vs 5.3).

Samsung Galaxy A08 4G

  • Bigger battery: 6,000 mAh (vs 5,160 mAh).
  • Faster rated wired charging: 25 W (vs 18 W).
  • Higher-resolution main camera: 50 MP (vs 13 MP).
  • Newer Android 17 (vs Android 16).
  • 6 OS upgrades promised.
  • Higher-resolution selfie camera: 8 MP (vs 5 MP).

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How each product answers the selected priorities
PriorityRedmi 17C 4GSamsung Galaxy A08 4G
Display6.88-inch LCD display, 120 Hz, 260 ppi6.7-inch LCD display, 90 Hz, 262 ppi
Camera13 MP main camera50 MP main camera
PerformanceMediatek Helio G81 Ultra processorMediaTek Helio G99 processor
StorageUp to 128 GB storage64 GB storage
Battery capacity5,160 mAh battery6,000 mAh battery
Charging18 W wired charging25 W wired charging

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationRedmi 17C 4GSamsung Galaxy A08 4G 64GB
BrandRedmiSamsung
ModelXiaomi Redmi 17C 4G (China)Galaxy A08
Announced2026, June 232026, September 15
Release statusAvailable. Released 2026, June 23—

Design

Design specifications comparison
SpecificationRedmi 17C 4GSamsung Galaxy A08 4G 64GB
Dimensions171.9 x 77.8 x 8.2 mm (6.77 x 3.06 x 0.32 in)167.4 x 77.4 x 8.0
Weight206 g (7.27 oz)197
Build materialsGlass front, plastic frame, plastic back or silicone polymer back (eco leather)Glass front, plastic back, plastic frame

Display

Display specifications comparison
SpecificationRedmi 17C 4GSamsung Galaxy A08 4G 64GB
Display6.88 inches, 112.4 cm2 (~84.0% screen-to-body ratio); IPS LCD, 120Hz, 450 nits (typ), 600 nits (HBM)6.7 inches: PLS LCD, 90Hz
Screen resolution720 x 1640 pixels (~260 ppi density)720 x 1600 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~262 ppi density)
Display features120Hz, 450 nits (typ), 600 nits (HBM)PLS LCD
Display technologyIPS LCD—
Display size6.88 inches—
Refresh rate120Hz—
Brightness450 nits (typ); 600 nits (HBM)—
Pixel density260 ppi—
Screen-to-body ratio84.0% screen-to-body ratio—
Display protection—PLS LCD

Performance

Performance specifications comparison
SpecificationRedmi 17C 4GSamsung Galaxy A08 4G 64GB
ProcessorMediatek Helio G81 Ultra (12 nm)MediaTek Helio G99
CPUOcta-core (2x2.0 GHz Cortex-A75 & 6x1.8 GHz Cortex-A55)Octa-core (2x2.2 GHz Cortex-A76 & 6x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55)
GPUMali-G52 MC2Mali-G57 MC2
User interfaceHyperOS 3—
Process node12 nm—

Memory & Storage

Memory & Storage specifications comparison
SpecificationRedmi 17C 4GSamsung Galaxy A08 4G 64GB
RAM4GB4GB
Storage64GB, 128GB64GB
Expandable storagemicroSDXC (dedicated slot)microSDXC (dedicated slot)
Memory configurations64GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 4GB RAM—
Storage technology—No

Cameras

Cameras specifications comparison
SpecificationRedmi 17C 4GSamsung Galaxy A08 4G 64GB
Rear camera13 MP, f/2.2, 25mm (wide)50 MP, f/1.8, (wide), 1/2.76", 0.64µm, PDAF 2MP depth sensor
Front camera5 MP8 MP, f/2.0, (wide), 1/4.0", 1.12µm
Rear camera featuresLED flashLED flash
Rear camera video1080p@30fps1080p@30/60fps
Front camera video1080p@30fps1080p@30fps

Battery & Charging

Battery & Charging specifications comparison
SpecificationRedmi 17C 4GSamsung Galaxy A08 4G 64GB
Battery5160 mAhLi-Ion 6000 mAh
Charging18W wired, PD25W wired

Software

Software specifications comparison
SpecificationRedmi 17C 4GSamsung Galaxy A08 4G 64GB
Operating systemAndroid 16, HyperOS 3Android 17, up to 6 major OS updates, One UI 9

Network

Network specifications comparison
SpecificationRedmi 17C 4GSamsung Galaxy A08 4G 64GB
NetworkGSM / CDMA / HSPA / LTEGSM / HSPA / LTE
SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
2G bandsGSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900; CDMA 800—
3G bandsHSDPA 850 / 900 / 2100—
4G bands1, 3, 5, 8, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41—
Network speedHSPA, LTE—

Connectivity

Connectivity specifications comparison
SpecificationRedmi 17C 4GSamsung Galaxy A08 4G 64GB
NFCNoNo
Bluetooth5.4, A2DP, LE5.3, A2DP, LE
Wi-FiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-bandWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDSGPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS
RadioUnspecifiedFM radio
USBUSB Type-C 2.0USB Type-C 2.0
Ultra Wideband (UWB)—No
Satellite features—No

Durability

Durability specifications comparison
SpecificationRedmi 17C 4GSamsung Galaxy A08 4G 64GB
Water resistance—IP64 dust and water splashes

Features

Features specifications comparison
SpecificationRedmi 17C 4GSamsung Galaxy A08 4G 64GB
SensorsFingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, compassFingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, proximity
ColorsBlack, Red, Light blueGray, Light Violet, Dark Green

Audio

Audio specifications comparison
SpecificationRedmi 17C 4GSamsung Galaxy A08 4G 64GB
LoudspeakersYesYes
3.5 mm headphone jackYesYes

Similarities

  • Both have 4 GB RAM.
  • Both support Wi-Fi 5.
  • Both have a 3.5 mm headphone jack.
  • Both have a plastic frame.
  • Both have LCD displays.
  • Both charge over USB-C.

In summary

For most buyers the Samsung Galaxy A08 4G is the better buy; the Redmi 17C 4G makes sense if you want a larger 6.88-inch screen.

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