Samsung Galaxy A17 4G vs Samsung Galaxy S26+

The Samsung Galaxy A17 4G (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G99, while the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads — 70/100 vs 45/100 (a 25-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4900); the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is faster in AnTuTu (3,161,830 vs 548,631).

The Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G by 25 points (70/100 vs 45/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A17 4G
Performance 43
Display 67
Camera 33
Battery 44
Portability 70
Value for money
Samsung Galaxy S26+
Performance 91
Display 89
Camera 40
Battery 54
Portability 72
Value for money 52
What makes Samsung Galaxy A17 4G better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4900 mAh

  • Overall rating 45/100
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26+ better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3161830 vs 548631
  • Better Geekbench Single: 2900 vs 727
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9200 vs 2047
  • Faster charging: 45W vs 25W
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz

  • Higher performance (91/100 vs 43/100)
  • Better camera (40/100 vs 33/100)
  • Longer battery life (54/100 vs 44/100)
  • Better display (89/100 vs 67/100)
  • Better portability (72/100 vs 70/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G vs the Samsung Galaxy S26+, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ scores 25 points higher (70/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads (91/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads (54/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G (91/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G (89/100 vs 67/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (40/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (54/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ and the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G are nearly equal (72/100 vs 70/100).

Samsung Galaxy A17 4G: The Samsung Galaxy A17 4G is a better fit for everyday use.
Samsung Galaxy S26+: The Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a better fit for gamers and power users.
Specs comparison
Specification Samsung Galaxy A17 4G Samsung Galaxy S26+
Processor MediaTek Helio G99 Samsung Exynos 2600
AnTuTu 548631 3161830
Geekbench Single 727 2900
Geekbench Multi 2047 9200
Display 6.7" Super AMOLED 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
Resolution 1080x2340 3120x1440
Refresh rate 90 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 4900 mAh
Charging 25W 45W
Wireless charging 0W 15W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 5 MP 12 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 10 MP
Front camera 13 MP 12 MP
RAM 4GB / 6GB / 8GB 12GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 15, up to 6 major Android upgrades, One UI 7 Android 16 / One UI 8.5
Brightness (peak) 2600 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP54 IP68
Dimensions 164.4×77.9×7.5 mm 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm
Weight 190 g 190 g
Launch price $999
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A17 4G
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 5MP
  • Front: 13MP
33
camera
Samsung Galaxy S26+
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Telephoto: 10MP
  • Front: 12MP
40
camera
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A17 4G
  • 6.7" Super AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2340
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
67
display
Samsung Galaxy S26+
  • 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
  • Resolution: 3120x1440
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
89
display
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy A17 4G
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 25W
  • No wireless charging
44
battery
Samsung Galaxy S26+
  • 4900 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • Wireless: 15W
54
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Samsung Galaxy A17 4G and Samsung Galaxy S26+, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Samsung Galaxy A17 4G MediaTek Helio G99
45/100
548631 AnTuTu
Samsung Galaxy S26+ Samsung Exynos 2600
70/100 +82.6%
3161830 AnTuTu

Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads Samsung Galaxy A17 4G by 82.6% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Samsung Galaxy A17 4G
Price unknown
Samsung Galaxy S26+
$999
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G (91/100 vs 43/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G (89/100 vs 67/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (40/100 vs 33/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (54/100 vs 44/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ and the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G are nearly equal (72/100 vs 70/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?

The Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G by 25 points (70/100 vs 45/100).

What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G and the Samsung Galaxy S26+?

The Samsung Galaxy A17 4G has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ — 70/100.

Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?

The Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads on camera score (40/100 vs 33/100).

Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?

The Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads on performance (91/100 vs 43/100).

Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G over the Samsung Galaxy S26+?

The Samsung Galaxy A17 4G is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a better fit for gamers and power users.