Samsung Galaxy A17 4G vs Samsung Galaxy M17
The Samsung Galaxy A17 4G (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G99, while the Samsung Galaxy M17 (2025) runs on the Samsung Exynos 1330. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy M17 leads — 48/100 vs 45/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy M17 is faster in AnTuTu (607,489 vs 547,742).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A17 4G
Samsung Galaxy M17
What makes Samsung Galaxy A17 4G better?
- Better Geekbench Multi: 2047 vs 1826
- Lighter: 190g vs 192g
- Better portability (70/100 vs 69/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy M17 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 607489 vs 547742
- Better Geekbench Single: 960 vs 727
- Higher performance (46/100 vs 43/100)
- Longer battery life (52/100 vs 44/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G vs the Samsung Galaxy M17, the Samsung Galaxy M17 scores 3 points higher (48/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 and the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G are nearly equal (46/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 67/100. In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 33/100. In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 is a bit better (52/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G and the Samsung Galaxy M17 are nearly equal (70/100 vs 69/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A17 4G | Samsung Galaxy M17 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G99 | Samsung Exynos 1330 | |
| AnTuTu | 547742 | 607489 | |
| Geekbench Single | 727 | 960 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2047 | 1826 | |
| Display | 6.7" Super AMOLED | 6.7" Super AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 25W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 5 MP | 5 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 15, up to 6 major Android upgrades, One UI 7 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1100 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 164.4×77.9×7.5 mm | 164.4×77.9×7.5 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | — | $130 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A17 4G
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 13MP
Samsung Galaxy M17
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A17 4G
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Samsung Galaxy M17
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy A17 4G
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy M17
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy A17 4G and Samsung Galaxy M17, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy M17 leads Samsung Galaxy A17 4G by 9.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Samsung Galaxy A17 4G
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 and the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G are nearly equal (46/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 67/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 33/100.
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 is a bit better (52/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G and the Samsung Galaxy M17 are nearly equal (70/100 vs 69/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G or the Samsung Galaxy M17?
The Samsung Galaxy M17 edges out the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G and the Samsung Galaxy M17?
The Samsung Galaxy A17 4G has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Samsung Galaxy M17 — 48/100.
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G over the Samsung Galaxy M17?
The Samsung Galaxy M17 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.