Samsung Galaxy A17 4G vs Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
The Samsung Galaxy A17 4G (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G99, while the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads — 79/100 vs 45/100 (a 34-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (2,800,202 vs 548,631); the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G is noticeably lighter (190g vs 218g).
Samsung Galaxy A17 4G
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- Lighter: 190g vs 218g
- Better portability (70/100 vs 46/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 2800202 vs 548631
- Better Geekbench Single: 3100 vs 727
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9760 vs 2047
- Faster charging: 45W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (81/100 vs 33/100)
- Longer battery life (56/100 vs 44/100)
- Better display (88/100 vs 67/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G vs the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra scores 34 points higher (79/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads (91/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads (81/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads (56/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G (91/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G (88/100 vs 67/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G (81/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a bit better (56/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (70/100 vs 46/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A17 4G | Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G99 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 548631 | 2800202 | |
| Geekbench Single | 727 | 3100 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2047 | 9760 | |
| Display | 6.7" Super AMOLED | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 151 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 5 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15, up to 6 major Android upgrades, One UI 7 | Android 15 / One UI 7 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 164.4×77.9×7.5 mm | 162.8×77.6×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 218 g | |
| Launch price | — | $1299 |
Samsung Galaxy A17 4G
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 13MP
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Samsung Galaxy A17 4G
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A17 4G
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 11:10 hrs, total 28:43 hrs
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
We compared Samsung Galaxy A17 4G and Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads Samsung Galaxy A17 4G by 80.4% in our overall performance rating.
Samsung Galaxy A17 4G
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In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G (91/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G (88/100 vs 67/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G (81/100 vs 33/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a bit better (56/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (70/100 vs 46/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G by 34 points (79/100 vs 45/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy A17 4G has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra — 79/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads on camera score (81/100 vs 33/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads on performance (91/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G over the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy A17 4G is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts.