Samsung Galaxy M36 5G vs Galaxy M17 5G: price in Nepal and specs
The Galaxy M36 5G costs Rs. 2,000 less to start. For the extra, the Galaxy M17 5G gives you a lighter body. The Galaxy M36 5G has a faster refresh rate. If those matter to you, the Galaxy M17 5G is worth it; if not, the Galaxy M36 5G is the better value.
Prices checked 3 October 2026, including 13% VAT.
Specs side by side
| Spec | Galaxy M36 5G | Galaxy M17 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Price in Nepal (from) | Rs. 41,999 | Rs. 43,999 |
| Form factor | Classic | Classic |
| Display | 6.7″ | 6.7″ |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz (better) | 90 Hz |
| Processor | Exynos 1380 | Exynos 1330 |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP |
| Battery | 5,000 mAh | 5,000 mAh |
| Wired charging | 25 W | 25 W |
| 5G | Yes | Yes |
| S Pen support | No | No |
| Weight | 195 g | 192 g (better) |
| OS upgrades | 6 years | 6 years |
| Water resistance | Not rated | IP54 |
| Released | 2025 | 2025 |
Bold marks the better figure where higher or lower is clearly better.
Key differences
- Refresh rate: Galaxy M36 5G (120 Hz) over Galaxy M17 5G (90 Hz).
- Processor: Exynos 1380 on the Galaxy M36 5G, Exynos 1330 on the Galaxy M17 5G.
- Weight: Galaxy M17 5G (192 g) over Galaxy M36 5G (195 g).
- Water resistance: Not rated on the Galaxy M36 5G, IP54 on the Galaxy M17 5G.
About each model
Samsung Galaxy M36 5G
Value 5G phone with a 120 Hz AMOLED screen.
A value-focused M series phone for buyers who stream and game a lot. It pairs a 120 Hz AMOLED screen with a 5,000 mAh battery and a stabilised 50 MP camera.
- 6.7″ super amoled 120 hz
- 50 MP main camera with ois
- 5,000 mAh with 25 w charging
- 6 years os and security updates
Samsung Galaxy M17 5G
Low-cost 5G phone with an AMOLED screen and OIS.
An entry-level 5G phone for buyers who want an AMOLED screen and a stabilised camera for under Rs 35,000. It gets six years of Android updates.
- 6.7″ super amoled 90 hz
- 50 MP main camera with ois
- 5,000 mAh with 25 w charging
- 6 years os and security updates
Every version and price
Samsung Galaxy M36 5G
- 8/128 GBRs. 41,999
- 8/256 GBRs. 47,999
Samsung Galaxy M17 5G
- 6/128 GBRs. 43,999
Questions and answers
Which is cheaper in Nepal, the Galaxy M36 5G or the Galaxy M17 5G?
The Galaxy M36 5G, at Rs. 41,999 against Rs. 43,999 for the Galaxy M17 5G: Rs. 2,000 less. Prices include 13% VAT.
Which has the better main camera?
Both have a 50 MP main camera; image processing and lenses decide the rest.
Which has the bigger battery?
Both have 5,000 mAh.
Which charges faster?
Both charge at up to 25 W.
Which gets more years of updates?
Both get 6 years of Android upgrades.
When were these prices checked?
On 3 October 2026, at Samsung's authorised sellers in Nepal.