Samsung Galaxy A17 4G vs Tecno Spark 40
The Samsung Galaxy A17 4G (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G99, while the Tecno Spark 40 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81; estimated prices are $153 and $120. Both devices score the same overall rating of 26/100. Key differences: the Tecno Spark 40 has the bigger battery (5200 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 48 MP; the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G is faster in AnTuTu (548,631 vs 358,383).
Samsung Galaxy A17 4G
Tecno Spark 40
- Higher AnTuTu: 548631 vs 358383
- Better Geekbench Single: 760 vs 432
- Better Geekbench Multi: 1890 vs 1416
- Faster charging: 25W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Lighter: 190g vs 192g
- Better camera (28/100 vs 23/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (62/100 vs 60/100)
- Bigger battery: 5200 vs 5000 mAh
- Cheaper: $120 vs $153
- Longer battery life (42/100 vs 37/100)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 99/100)
The Samsung Galaxy A17 4G and the Tecno Spark 40 received the same MobileRank rating — 26/100. In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 50/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G is a bit better (28/100 vs 23/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Spark 40 is a bit better (42/100 vs 37/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G and the Tecno Spark 40 are nearly equal (62/100 vs 60/100). In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Spark 40 and the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G are nearly equal (100/100 vs 99/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A17 4G | Tecno Spark 40 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G99 | MediaTek Helio G81 | |
| AnTuTu | 548631 | 358383 | |
| Geekbench Single | 760 | 432 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1890 | 1416 | |
| Display | 6.7" Super AMOLED | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 1612x720 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5200 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 48 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 5 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 4GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15, up to 6 major Android upgrades, One UI 7 | Android 15 | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 164.4×77.9×7.5 mm | 167.7×77.9×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 192 g | |
| Price | $153 | $120 |
Samsung Galaxy A17 4G
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 13MP
Tecno Spark 40
- Main: 48MP
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy A17 4G
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Tecno Spark 40
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1612x720
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A17 4G
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Spark 40
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
We compared Samsung Galaxy A17 4G and Tecno Spark 40, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy A17 4G leads Tecno Spark 40 by 53.1% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $33. Tecno Spark 40 is cheaper by $33.
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 50/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G is a bit better (28/100 vs 23/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Spark 40 is a bit better (42/100 vs 37/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G and the Tecno Spark 40 are nearly equal (62/100 vs 60/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Spark 40 and the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G are nearly equal (100/100 vs 99/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G or the Tecno Spark 40?
Both devices scored 26/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the Tecno Spark 40.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G and the Tecno Spark 40?
The Samsung Galaxy A17 4G has a MobileRank rating of 26/100, the Tecno Spark 40 — 26/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G or the Tecno Spark 40?
The Samsung Galaxy A17 4G leads on camera score (28/100 vs 23/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G over the Tecno Spark 40?
The Samsung Galaxy A17 4G is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Tecno Spark 40 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.