Samsung Galaxy A17 5G vs Tecno Pova 7 Neo
The Samsung Galaxy A17 5G (2025) runs on the Samsung Exynos 1330, while the Tecno Pova 7 Neo (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G100 Ultimate; launch prices were $166 and $140. Both devices score the same overall rating of 48/100. Key differences: the Tecno Pova 7 Neo has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP; the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G is faster in AnTuTu (602,971 vs 560,883); the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G is noticeably lighter (192g vs 210g).
Samsung Galaxy A17 5G
Tecno Pova 7 Neo
- Higher AnTuTu: 602971 vs 560883
- Better Geekbench Single: 952 vs 727
- Lighter: 192g vs 210g
- Higher performance (47/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (67/100 vs 54/100)
- Better portability (68/100 vs 49/100)
- Better Geekbench Multi: 2014 vs 1963
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Cheaper at launch: $140 vs $166
- Better camera (39/100 vs 33/100)
- Longer battery life (71/100 vs 52/100)
The Samsung Galaxy A17 5G and the Tecno Pova 7 Neo received the same MobileRank rating — 48/100. In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Neo leads (71/100 vs 52/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy A17 5G — 68/100, Tecno Pova 7 Neo — 74/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G and the Tecno Pova 7 Neo are nearly equal (47/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G is a bit better (67/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Neo is a bit better (39/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Neo notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G (71/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 Neo (68/100 vs 49/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A17 5G | Tecno Pova 7 Neo | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 1330 | MediaTek Helio G100 Ultimate | |
| AnTuTu | 602971 | 560883 | |
| Geekbench Single | 952 | 727 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1963 | 2014 | |
| Display | 6.7" Super AMOLED | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 1080x2460 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 45W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 5 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15 / One UI 7 | Android 14 | |
| Weight | 192 g | 210 g | |
| Launch price | $166 | $140 |
Samsung Galaxy A17 5G
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 13MP
Tecno Pova 7 Neo
- Main: 108MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy A17 5G
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Tecno Pova 7 Neo
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2460
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A17 5G
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless charging: no data
Tecno Pova 7 Neo
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless charging: no data
We compared Samsung Galaxy A17 5G and Tecno Pova 7 Neo, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy A17 5G leads Tecno Pova 7 Neo by 7.5% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $26. Tecno Pova 7 Neo was $26 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G and the Tecno Pova 7 Neo are nearly equal (47/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G is a bit better (67/100 vs 54/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Neo is a bit better (39/100 vs 33/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Neo notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G (71/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 Neo (68/100 vs 49/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G or the Tecno Pova 7 Neo?
Both devices scored 48/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G and the Tecno Pova 7 Neo?
The Samsung Galaxy A17 5G has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Tecno Pova 7 Neo — 48/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G or the Tecno Pova 7 Neo?
The Tecno Pova 7 Neo leads on camera score (39/100 vs 33/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G over the Tecno Pova 7 Neo?
The Samsung Galaxy A17 5G is a better fit for everyday use. The Tecno Pova 7 Neo is a better fit for everyday use.