Samsung Galaxy A17 5G vs Tecno Phantom V Fold2
The Samsung Galaxy A17 5G (2025) runs on the Samsung Exynos 1330, 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 48/100 (a 25-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 (1,540,240 vs 603,772); the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G is noticeably lighter (192g vs 249g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A17 5G
Tecno Phantom V Fold2
What makes Samsung Galaxy A17 5G better?
- Lighter: 192g vs 249g
- Better portability (68/100 vs 52/100)
What makes Tecno Phantom V Fold2 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1540240 vs 603772
- Better Geekbench Single: 1967 vs 960
- Better Geekbench Multi: 5401 vs 1826
- Bigger battery: 5750 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 70W vs 25W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (74/100 vs 46/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 33/100)
- Longer battery life (68/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (79/100 vs 67/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G vs the Tecno Phantom V Fold2, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 scores 25 points higher (73/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 leads (74/100 vs 46/100). 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 52/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G (74/100 vs 46/100). 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 5G (78/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G (68/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G notably outperforms the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 (68/100 vs 52/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A17 5G | Tecno Phantom V Fold2 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 1330 | MediaTek Dimensity 9000+ | |
| AnTuTu | 603772 | 1540240 | |
| Geekbench Single | 960 | 1967 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1826 | 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 | — | 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 / One UI 7 | Android 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1600 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | — | 159.0×140.4×6.1 mm | |
| Weight | 192 g | 249 g | |
| Launch price | $166 | — |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A17 5G
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 13MP
Tecno Phantom V Fold2
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A17 5G
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Tecno Phantom V Fold2
- 7.8" Foldable LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2000x2296
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy A17 5G
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless charging: no data
Tecno Phantom V Fold2
- 5750 mAh
- Wired: 70W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy A17 5G and Tecno Phantom V Fold2, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Tecno Phantom V Fold2 leads Samsung Galaxy A17 5G by 60.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Tecno Phantom V Fold2
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G (74/100 vs 46/100).
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 5G (78/100 vs 33/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G (68/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G notably outperforms the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 (68/100 vs 52/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G or the Tecno Phantom V Fold2?
The Tecno Phantom V Fold2 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G by 25 points (73/100 vs 48/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G and the Tecno Phantom V Fold2?
The Samsung Galaxy A17 5G has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 — 73/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G 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 5G or the Tecno Phantom V Fold2?
The Tecno Phantom V Fold2 leads on performance (74/100 vs 46/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G over the Tecno Phantom V Fold2?
The Tecno Phantom V Fold2 is a better fit for active users.