Samsung Galaxy A17 4G vs Samsung Galaxy A26
The Samsung Galaxy A17 4G (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G99, while the Samsung Galaxy A26 (2025) runs on the Exynos 1380; estimated prices are $153 and $182. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy A26 leads — 32/100 vs 26/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy A26 is faster in AnTuTu (749,719 vs 548,631).
Samsung Galaxy A17 4G
Samsung Galaxy A26
- Lighter: 190g vs 200g
- Cheaper: $153 vs $182
- Better design/ergonomics (62/100 vs 50/100)
- Better value for money (99/100 vs 97/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 749719 vs 548631
- Better Geekbench Single: 1008 vs 760
- Better Geekbench Multi: 2758 vs 1890
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Better camera (29/100 vs 28/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G vs the Samsung Galaxy A26, the Samsung Galaxy A26 scores 6 points higher (32/100 vs 26/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 and the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G are nearly equal (29/100 vs 28/100). In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 37/100. In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G is a bit better (62/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G and the Samsung Galaxy A26 are nearly equal (99/100 vs 97/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A17 4G | Samsung Galaxy A26 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G99 | Exynos 1380 | |
| AnTuTu | 548631 | 749719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 760 | 1008 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1890 | 2758 | |
| Display | 6.7" Super AMOLED | 6.7" Super AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 25W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 5 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15, up to 6 major Android upgrades, One UI 7 | Android 15, up to 6 major Android upgrades, One UI 7 | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP67 | |
| Dimensions | 164.4×77.9×7.5 mm | 164.0×77.5×7.7 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 200 g | |
| Price | $153 | $182 |
Samsung Galaxy A17 4G
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 13MP
Samsung Galaxy A26
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Samsung Galaxy A17 4G
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A26
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A17 4G
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy A26
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
We compared Samsung Galaxy A17 4G and Samsung Galaxy A26, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy A26 leads Samsung Galaxy A17 4G by 26.8% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $29. Samsung Galaxy A17 4G is cheaper by $29.
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G (100/100 vs 50/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 and the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G are nearly equal (29/100 vs 28/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 37/100.
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G is a bit better (62/100 vs 50/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G and the Samsung Galaxy A26 are nearly equal (99/100 vs 97/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G or the Samsung Galaxy A26?
The Samsung Galaxy A26 edges out the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G and the Samsung Galaxy A26?
The Samsung Galaxy A17 4G has a MobileRank rating of 26/100, the Samsung Galaxy A26 — 32/100.
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G over the Samsung Galaxy A26?
The Samsung Galaxy A17 4G is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy A26 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.