OPPO A6x 5G vs Samsung Galaxy A17 5G
The OPPO A6x 5G (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300, while the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G (2025) runs on the Samsung Exynos 1330; launch prices were $130 and $166. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G leads — 48/100 vs 39/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the OPPO A6x 5G has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G is faster in AnTuTu (603,772 vs 528,398); the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G is noticeably lighter (192g vs 212g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OPPO A6x 5G
Samsung Galaxy A17 5G
What makes OPPO A6x 5G better?
- Better Geekbench Multi: 1980 vs 1826
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 25W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $130 vs $166
- Longer battery life (58/100 vs 52/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy A17 5G better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 603772 vs 528398
- Better Geekbench Single: 960 vs 771
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Lighter: 192g vs 212g
- Higher performance (46/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (33/100 vs 10/100)
- Better display (67/100 vs 55/100)
- Better portability (68/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OPPO A6x 5G vs the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G, the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G scores 9 points higher (48/100 vs 39/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G leads (33/100 vs 10/100). Value score: OPPO A6x 5G — 58/100, Samsung Galaxy A17 5G — 66/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G and the OPPO A6x 5G are nearly equal (46/100 vs 43/100). 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 OPPO A6x 5G (33/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the OPPO A6x 5G is a bit better (58/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G notably outperforms the OPPO A6x 5G (68/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OPPO A6x 5G | Samsung Galaxy A17 5G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | Samsung Exynos 1330 | |
| AnTuTu | 528398 | 603772 | |
| Geekbench Single | 771 | 960 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1980 | 1826 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.7" Super AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1570 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 6500 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 25W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 5 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 15 / One UI 7 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1125 nits | — | |
| Protection | IP64 | — | |
| Dimensions | 166.6×78.5×8.6 mm | — | |
| Weight | 212 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $130 | $166 |
Camera comparison
OPPO A6x 5G
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Samsung Galaxy A17 5G
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
OPPO A6x 5G
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1570
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A17 5G
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
OPPO A6x 5G
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy A17 5G
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared OPPO A6x 5G and Samsung Galaxy A17 5G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy A17 5G leads OPPO A6x 5G by 12.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $36. OPPO A6x 5G was $36 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G and the OPPO A6x 5G are nearly equal (46/100 vs 43/100).
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 OPPO A6x 5G (33/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OPPO A6x 5G is a bit better (58/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G notably outperforms the OPPO A6x 5G (68/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OPPO A6x 5G or the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G?
The Samsung Galaxy A17 5G edges out the OPPO A6x 5G by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the OPPO A6x 5G and the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G?
The OPPO A6x 5G has a MobileRank rating of 39/100, the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G — 48/100.
Which has the better camera: the OPPO A6x 5G or the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G?
The Samsung Galaxy A17 5G leads on camera score (33/100 vs 10/100).
Should you choose the OPPO A6x 5G over the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G?
Neither model stands out enough to recommend it for a specific use case: the clearest difference is camera — better on the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G (33/100 vs 10/100).