Infinix Smart 20 vs Samsung Galaxy A17 5G
The Infinix Smart 20 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81 Ultimate, while the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G (2025) runs on the Samsung Exynos 1330; launch prices were $149 and $166. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G leads — 48/100 vs 33/100 (a 15-point difference). Key differences: the Infinix Smart 20 has the bigger battery (5200 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 8 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G is faster in AnTuTu (602,971 vs 358,383).
Infinix Smart 20
Samsung Galaxy A17 5G
- Bigger battery: 5200 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $149 vs $166
- Overall rating 33/100
- Higher AnTuTu: 602971 vs 358383
- Better Geekbench Single: 952 vs 432
- Better Geekbench Multi: 1963 vs 1416
- Faster charging: 25W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 8MP
- Higher performance (47/100 vs 30/100)
- Better camera (33/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (52/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (67/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Infinix Smart 20 vs the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G, the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G scores 15 points higher (48/100 vs 33/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G leads (47/100 vs 30/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G leads (33/100 vs 10/100). Value score: Infinix Smart 20 — 42/100, Samsung Galaxy A17 5G — 68/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G notably outperforms the Infinix Smart 20 (47/100 vs 30/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G is a bit better (67/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G notably outperforms the Infinix Smart 20 (33/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G and the Infinix Smart 20 are nearly equal (52/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 68/100.
| Specification | Infinix Smart 20 | Samsung Galaxy A17 5G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G81 Ultimate | Samsung Exynos 1330 | |
| AnTuTu | 358383 | 602971 | |
| Geekbench Single | 432 | 952 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1416 | 1963 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.7" Super AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1576x720 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 5200 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 25W | |
| Main camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 5 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15 / One UI 7 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 700 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP64 | — | |
| Dimensions | 167.7×78.8×7.7 mm | — | |
| Weight | — | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $149 | $166 |
Infinix Smart 20
- Main: 8MP f/f/2.0
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy A17 5G
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 13MP
Infinix Smart 20
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1576x720
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A17 5G
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Infinix Smart 20
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy A17 5G
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless charging: no data
We compared Infinix Smart 20 and Samsung Galaxy A17 5G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy A17 5G leads Infinix Smart 20 by 40.6% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $17. Infinix Smart 20 was $17 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G notably outperforms the Infinix Smart 20 (47/100 vs 30/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G is a bit better (67/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G notably outperforms the Infinix Smart 20 (33/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G and the Infinix Smart 20 are nearly equal (52/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 68/100.
Which is better: the Infinix Smart 20 or the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G?
The Samsung Galaxy A17 5G is noticeably better than the Infinix Smart 20 — the overall rating gap is 15 points.
What is the rating of the Infinix Smart 20 and the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G?
The Infinix Smart 20 has a MobileRank rating of 33/100, the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G — 48/100.
Which has the better camera: the Infinix Smart 20 or the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G?
The Samsung Galaxy A17 5G leads on camera score (33/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Infinix Smart 20 or the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G?
The Samsung Galaxy A17 5G leads on performance (47/100 vs 30/100).
Should you choose the Infinix Smart 20 over the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G?
The Infinix Smart 20 is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy A17 5G is a better fit for everyday use.