Samsung Galaxy A17 4G vs Tecno Phantom V Fold2

The Samsung Galaxy A17 4G (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G99, while the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9000+. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 leads — 73/100 vs 45/100 (a 28-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 has the bigger battery (5750 mAh vs 5000); the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 is faster in AnTuTu (1,453,683 vs 548,631); the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G is noticeably lighter (190g vs 249g).

The Tecno Phantom V Fold2 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G by 28 points (73/100 vs 45/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A17 4G
Performance 43
Display 67
Camera 33
Battery 44
Portability 70
Value for money
Tecno Phantom V Fold2
Performance 73
Display 79
Camera 78
Battery 68
Portability 52
Value for money
What makes Samsung Galaxy A17 4G better?
  • Lighter: 190g vs 249g

  • Better portability (70/100 vs 52/100)
What makes Tecno Phantom V Fold2 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 1453683 vs 548631
  • Better Geekbench Single: 1967 vs 727
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 5401 vs 2047
  • Bigger battery: 5750 vs 5000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 70W vs 25W
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz

  • Higher performance (73/100 vs 43/100)
  • Better camera (78/100 vs 33/100)
  • Longer battery life (68/100 vs 44/100)
  • Better display (79/100 vs 67/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G vs the Tecno Phantom V Fold2, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 scores 28 points higher (73/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 leads (73/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 leads (78/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 leads (68/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G (73/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 is a bit better (79/100 vs 67/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G (78/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G (68/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G notably outperforms the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 (70/100 vs 52/100).

Samsung Galaxy A17 4G: The Samsung Galaxy A17 4G is a better fit for everyday use.
Tecno Phantom V Fold2: The Tecno Phantom V Fold2 is a better fit for active users.
Specs comparison
Specification Samsung Galaxy A17 4G Tecno Phantom V Fold2
Processor MediaTek Helio G99 MediaTek Dimensity 9000+
AnTuTu 548631 1453683
Geekbench Single 727 1967
Geekbench Multi 2047 5401
Display 6.7" Super AMOLED 7.8" Foldable LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2340 2000x2296
Refresh rate 90 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 5750 mAh
Charging 25W 70W
Wireless charging 0W 15W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 5 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 50 MP
Front camera 13 MP 32 MP
RAM 4GB / 6GB / 8GB 12GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 512GB
OS Android 15, up to 6 major Android upgrades, One UI 7 Android 14, up to 2 major Android upgrades, HiOS 14 Fold
Brightness (peak) 1600 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP54 IP54
Dimensions 164.4×77.9×7.5 mm 159.0×140.4×6.1 mm
Weight 190 g 249 g
Launch price
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A17 4G
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 5MP
  • Front: 13MP
33
camera
Tecno Phantom V Fold2
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 32MP
78
camera
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A17 4G
  • 6.7" Super AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2340
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
67
display
Tecno Phantom V Fold2
  • 7.8" Foldable LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2000x2296
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
79
display
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy A17 4G
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 25W
  • No wireless charging
44
battery
Tecno Phantom V Fold2
  • 5750 mAh
  • Wired: 70W
  • Wireless: 15W
68
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Samsung Galaxy A17 4G and Tecno Phantom V Fold2, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Samsung Galaxy A17 4G MediaTek Helio G99
45/100
548631 AnTuTu
Tecno Phantom V Fold2 MediaTek Dimensity 9000+
73/100 +62.3%
1453683 AnTuTu

Tecno Phantom V Fold2 leads Samsung Galaxy A17 4G by 62.3% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G (73/100 vs 43/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 is a bit better (79/100 vs 67/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G (78/100 vs 33/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G (68/100 vs 44/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G notably outperforms the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 (70/100 vs 52/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G or the Tecno Phantom V Fold2?

The Tecno Phantom V Fold2 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G by 28 points (73/100 vs 45/100).

What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G and the Tecno Phantom V Fold2?

The Samsung Galaxy A17 4G has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 — 73/100.

Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G or the Tecno Phantom V Fold2?

The Tecno Phantom V Fold2 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 33/100).

Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G or the Tecno Phantom V Fold2?

The Tecno Phantom V Fold2 leads on performance (73/100 vs 43/100).

Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G over the Tecno Phantom V Fold2?

The Samsung Galaxy A17 4G is a better fit for everyday use. The Tecno Phantom V Fold2 is a better fit for active users.