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Samsung Galaxy M17 vs Samsung Galaxy M36
Comparison between Samsung Galaxy M17 and Samsung Galaxy M36: camera, battery, fast charging, display, performance and colors, side by side. More phones from Samsung.
NeoTeo's verdict
Which of the two is the better buy
The Samsung Galaxy M36 is the choice for higher performance and a smoother display: it reaches 578,500 in AnTuTu versus 419,526 for the M17, offers 120Hz instead of 90Hz, and provides 256GB instead of 128GB. The M17, with both phones at 6.4 overall, has faster UFS 3.1 storage and DDR5 RAM, while the M36 uses UFS 2.2 and LPDDR4X.
The M36 is the more complete display package: its 1,200 nits exceed the M17’s 1,100 nits, although both sit below the usual market benchmark. Both share a 6.7-inch Super AMOLED panel, 1,080 × 2,340px resolution, and 385ppi density. The M36 adds Gorilla Glass and a front camera that records 4K at 30fps; the M17 has the wider front-camera aperture at f/2 versus f/2.2.
The rear camera also favors the M36: its main sensor has 1µm pixels versus 0.64µm, its ultrawide camera is 8MP versus 5MP, and slow motion reaches 480fps versus 120fps. Both phones share a 5,000mAh battery and 25W charging, leaving a choice between the M17’s faster memory and the M36’s stronger performance, display, and cameras.
Samsung Galaxy M17
The Samsung Galaxy M17 is better for buyers who prioritize UFS 3.1 storage and DDR5 RAM over UFS 2.2 and LPDDR4X.
Samsung Galaxy M36
The Samsung Galaxy M36 is the better buy for stronger performance and cameras, with 578,500 in AnTuTu and an 8MP ultrawide camera.
The verdict
Your pick: Samsung Galaxy M36, ahead on Design & display.
| Category | Galaxy M17 | Galaxy M36 |
|---|---|---|
| Design & display | 6.8 | 7.6 |
| Performance & hardware | 5.4 | 5.1 |
| Camera | 7.2 | 7.2 |
| Connectivity | 7.2 | 7.2 |
| Battery & charging | 5.6 | 5.6 |
Which one is for you?
Samsung Galaxy M17, if you care about…
- Storage Type
- UFS 3.1
- against UFS 2.2
- RAM Type
- DDR5
- against LPDDR4X
Samsung Galaxy M36, if you care about…
- AnTuTu Score
- 578,500
- against 419,526
- Display Refresh Rate
- 120 Hz
- against 90 Hz
- Maximum Storage Capacity
- 256 GB
- against 128 GB
- Peak Display Brightness
- 1,200 nits
- against 1,100 nits
Specification comparison
Performance
| Specification | Galaxy M17 | Galaxy M36 |
|---|---|---|
| Processor Model | Samsung Exynos 1330 | Samsung Exynos 1380 |
| Processor Process Size | 5 nm | 5 nm |
| Graphics GPU | Mali-G68 MP2 | Mali-G68 MP5 |
| Storage Type | UFS 3.1 Best value | UFS 2.2 |
| Maximum CPU Clock | 2.4 GHz | 2.4 GHz |
| Maximum Storage Capacity | 128 GB | 256 GB Best value |
| AnTuTu Score | 419,526 | 578,500 Best value |
| Geekbench 6 Single-Core | — | 1,007 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi-Core | — | 2,758 |
| CPU Description | Octa-core CPU with 2 Cortex-A78 cores at 2.4 GHz and 6 Cortex-A55 cores at 2.0 GHz. | Octa-core processor with 4 Cortex-A78 cores at 2.4 GHz and 4 Cortex-A55 cores at 2.0 GHz |
| Processor Type | Octa-Core | Octa-Core |
| 64-Bit Processor | Yes | Yes |
| RAM Capacity | 8 GB | 8 GB |
| RAM Type | DDR5 Best value | LPDDR4X |
| Expandable Storage | Yes | Yes |
| AnTuTu version | v10 | v10 |
Design
| Specification | Galaxy M17 | Galaxy M36 |
|---|---|---|
| Body Colors | Silver, Black, White, Grey | Orange, Black, Green, Blue, Cyan |
| Body Thickness | 7.5 mm Best value | 7.7 mm |
| Body Width | 77.9 mm | 77.9 mm |
| Body Height | 164.4 mm | 164.4 mm |
| Weight | 192 g Best value | 197 g |
| Usable Surface | 86 % | 86 % |
| Body Materials | Glass, Plastic | Glass, Plastic |
| Resistance Features | IP54 | Drop Resistant Up to 2 m |
Battery
| Specification | Galaxy M17 | Galaxy M36 |
|---|---|---|
| Battery Capacity | 5,000 mAh | 5,000 mAh |
| Battery Type | Li-Ion | Li-Ion |
| Fast Charge Power | 25 W | 25 W |
| Battery Features | Fast Charging, Non-Removable, Battery Level Indicator, Rechargeable | Non-Removable, Rechargeable, Fast Charging, Battery Level Indicator, Charger Included |
Display
| Specification | Galaxy M17 | Galaxy M36 |
|---|---|---|
| Display Aspect Ratio | 19.5:9 | 19.5:9 |
| Display Technology | Super AMOLED | Super AMOLED |
| Peak Display Brightness | 1,100 nits | 1,200 nits Best value |
| Display Diagonal | 6.7″ | 6.7″ |
| Display Horizontal Resolution | 1,080 px | 1,080 px |
| Display Vertical Resolution | 2,340 px | 2,340 px |
| Display Pixel Density | 385 ppi | 385 ppi |
| Display Refresh Rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz Best value |
| Display Features | Water Drop Notch, Scratch Resistant, Capacitive Touch, Multi-Touch, Frameless, Always-On Display | Gorilla Glass, Always-On Display, Hole-Punch Notch, Capacitive Touch, Multi-Touch, Frameless, Scratch Resistant |
Sensors
| Specification | Galaxy M17 | Galaxy M36 |
|---|---|---|
| Fingerprint Sensor Placement | Side | Side |
Sensor
| Specification | Galaxy M17 | Galaxy M36 |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor Features | Fingerprint Sensor, Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Proximity Sensor, Compass, Light Sensor, Virtual Proximity Sensing | Fingerprint Sensor, Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Compass, Hall Sensor, Light Sensor, Virtual Proximity Sensing |
Software
| Specification | Galaxy M17 | Galaxy M36 |
|---|---|---|
| Operating System | Android 15 | Android 15 |
| OS Family | Android | Android |
| OS Version | 15 | 15 |
| OS Update Support | 6 years | 6 years |
| Google Services | Yes | Yes |
Connectivity
| Specification | Galaxy M17 | Galaxy M36 |
|---|---|---|
| SIM Configurations | Dual Nano-SIM, Dual SIM Dual Standby | Dual Nano-SIM, Dual SIM Dual Standby, Dual SIM |
| Cellular Bands | 2G GSM 850, 2G GSM 900, 2G GSM 1800, 2G GSM 1900, 3G UMTS 1700 AWS, 3G UMTS B1, 3G UMTS B2, 3G UMTS B3, 3G UMTS B4, 3G UMTS B5, 3G UMTS B8, 4G LTE B1, 4G LTE B2, 4G LTE B3, 4G LTE B4, 4G LTE B5, 4G LTE B7, 4G LTE B8, 4G LTE B12, 4G LTE B17, 4G LTE B20, 4G LTE B26, 4G LTE B28A, 4G LTE B28B, 4G LTE B38, 4G LTE B40, 4G LTE B41, 4G LTE B66, 5G NR n1, 5G NR n3, 5G NR n5, 5G NR n7, 5G NR n8, 5G NR n28a, 5G NR n28b, 5G NR n38, 5G NR n40, 5G NR n41, 5G NR n66, 5G NR n77, 5G NR n78 | 2G GSM 850, 2G GSM 900, 2G GSM 1800, 2G GSM 1900, 3G UMTS B1, 3G UMTS B2, 3G UMTS B3, 3G UMTS B4, 3G UMTS B5, 3G UMTS B8, 3G UMTS 1700 AWS, 3G UMTS 1900, 3G UMTS 2100, 4G LTE B1, 4G LTE B2, 4G LTE B3, 4G LTE B4, 4G LTE B5, 4G LTE B7, 4G LTE B8, 4G LTE B12, 4G LTE B17, 4G LTE B20, 4G LTE B26, 4G LTE B28A, 4G LTE B28B, 4G LTE B38, 4G LTE B40, 4G LTE B41, 4G LTE B66, 5G NR n1, 5G NR n3, 5G NR n5, 5G NR n7, 5G NR n8, 5G NR n20, 5G NR n28a, 5G NR n28b, 5G NR n38, 5G NR n40, 5G NR n41, 5G NR n66, 5G NR n77, 5G NR n78 |
| Cellular Technologies | GSM, HSPA, LTE, 5G | GSM, HSPA, LTE, 5G |
| Wi-Fi Standards | Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) | Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) |
| Wi-Fi Features | Dual Band, Wi-Fi Hotspot, Wi-Fi Direct, Wi-Fi Display | Dual Band, Wi-Fi Hotspot, Wi-Fi Direct, Wi-Fi Display, MIMO |
| Bluetooth Version | Bluetooth 5.3 | Bluetooth 5.3 |
| Bluetooth Profiles | A2DP, LE | A2DP, LE |
| Navigation Systems | GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo, QZSS | GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo, QZSS |
| Connectivity Features | NFC, USB Type-C, USB 2.0, USB OTG, USB Host 2.0, USB Charging, USB Mass Storage, Computer Sync, OTA Sync, Tethering, VoLTE | Virtual Proximity Sensing, NFC, USB Charging, USB Mass Storage, USB OTG, USB Host 2.0, USB Type-C, Computer Sync, OTA Sync, Tethering, VoLTE, USB 2.0 |
| USB Version | USB 2.0 | USB 2.0 |
| SAR American Head | 0.64 W/kg | 0.46 W/kg Best value |
| SAR (EU) head | 0.665 W/kg | 0.38 W/kg Best value |
| SAR (EU) body | 0.972 W/kg Best value | 1.01 W/kg |
| Max. download speed | 2,550 Mbps | 3,790 Mbps Best value |
| Max. upload speed | 1,280 Mbps | 1,280 Mbps |
Audio
| Specification | Galaxy M17 | Galaxy M36 |
|---|---|---|
| Audio Features | A2DP, LE, Stereo Speakers | Stereo Speakers, Dolby Atmos, Hi-Res Audio |
Technical
| Specification | Galaxy M17 | Galaxy M36 |
|---|---|---|
| Model numbers | M-M176B, M-M176B/DS | SM-M366B, SM-M366B/DS |
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