Samsung Galaxy A17 5G vs Samsung Galaxy M17
The Samsung Galaxy A17 5G (2025) runs on the Samsung Exynos 1330, while the Samsung Galaxy M17 (2025) runs on the Samsung Exynos 1330; launch prices were $166 and $130. Both devices score the same overall rating of 48/100. Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy M17 is faster in AnTuTu (607,489 vs 603,772).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A17 5G
Samsung Galaxy M17
What makes Samsung Galaxy A17 5G better?
- Overall rating 48/100
What makes Samsung Galaxy M17 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 607489 vs 603772
- Cheaper at launch: $130 vs $166
- Better portability (69/100 vs 68/100)
Comparison verdict
The Samsung Galaxy A17 5G and the Samsung Galaxy M17 received the same MobileRank rating — 48/100. Value score: Samsung Galaxy A17 5G — 66/100, Samsung Galaxy M17 — 76/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 46/100. 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, both devices are on the same level — 52/100. In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 and the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G are nearly equal (69/100 vs 68/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A17 5G | Samsung Galaxy M17 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 1330 | Samsung Exynos 1330 | |
| AnTuTu | 603772 | 607489 | |
| Geekbench Single | 960 | 960 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1826 | 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 / One UI 7 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1100 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | — | 164.4×77.9×7.5 mm | |
| Weight | 192 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $166 | $130 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A17 5G
- 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 5G
- 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 5G
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless charging: no data
Samsung Galaxy M17
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy A17 5G and Samsung Galaxy M17, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy M17 leads Samsung Galaxy A17 5G by 0.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $36. Samsung Galaxy M17 was $36 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 46/100.
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, both devices are on the same level — 52/100.
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 and the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G are nearly equal (69/100 vs 68/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G or the Samsung Galaxy M17?
Both devices scored 48/100. They are identical on performance — 46/100 for both. The clearest difference is portability: better on the Samsung Galaxy M17 (69/100 vs 68/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G and the Samsung Galaxy M17?
The Samsung Galaxy A17 5G has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Samsung Galaxy M17 — 48/100.
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G over the Samsung Galaxy M17?
The Samsung Galaxy M17 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.