Samsung Galaxy A17 5G vs Tecno Pova Neo

The Samsung Galaxy A17 5G (2025) runs on the Samsung Exynos 1330, while the Tecno Pova Neo (2022) runs on the MediaTek Helio G25; launch prices were $166 and $130. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G leads — 48/100 vs 23/100 (a 25-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Pova Neo has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G is faster in AnTuTu (602,971 vs 163,723); the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G is noticeably lighter (192g vs 214g).

The Samsung Galaxy A17 5G significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Neo by 25 points (48/100 vs 23/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A17 5G
Performance 47
Display 67
Camera 33
Battery 52
Portability 68
Value for money 68
Tecno Pova Neo
Performance 9
Display 32
Camera 10
Battery 63
Portability 39
Value for money 26
What makes Samsung Galaxy A17 5G better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 602971 vs 163723
  • Better Geekbench Single: 952 vs 185
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 1963 vs 521
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 90Hz vs 60Hz
  • Lighter: 192g vs 214g

  • Higher performance (47/100 vs 9/100)
  • Better camera (33/100 vs 10/100)
  • Better display (67/100 vs 32/100)
  • Better portability (68/100 vs 39/100)
What makes Tecno Pova Neo better?
  • Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
  • Cheaper at launch: $130 vs $166

  • Longer battery life (63/100 vs 52/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G vs the Tecno Pova Neo, the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G scores 25 points higher (48/100 vs 23/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G leads (47/100 vs 9/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G leads (33/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova Neo leads (63/100 vs 52/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy A17 5G — 68/100, Tecno Pova Neo — 26/100; 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 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Neo (47/100 vs 9/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Neo (67/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G notably outperforms the Tecno Pova Neo (33/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova Neo is a bit better (63/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G notably outperforms the Tecno Pova Neo (68/100 vs 39/100).

Samsung Galaxy A17 5G: The Samsung Galaxy A17 5G is a better fit for everyday use.
Tecno Pova Neo: The Tecno Pova Neo is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Samsung Galaxy A17 5G Tecno Pova Neo
Processor Samsung Exynos 1330 MediaTek Helio G25
AnTuTu 602971 163723
Geekbench Single 952 185
Geekbench Multi 1963 521
Display 6.7" Super AMOLED 6.8" IPS LCD
Resolution 1080x2340
Refresh rate 90 Hz 60 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 6000 mAh
Charging 25W
Main camera 50 MP 13 MP
Ultrawide 5 MP 0 MP
Front camera 13 MP 8 MP
RAM 4GB / 6GB / 8GB 4GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 64GB
OS Android 15 / One UI 7
Brightness (peak) 480 nits
NFC no
Dimensions 171.4×77.3×9.1 mm
Weight 192 g 214 g
Launch price $166 $130
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A17 5G
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 5MP
  • Front: 13MP
33
camera
Tecno Pova Neo
  • Main: 13MP
  • Front: 8MP
10
camera
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A17 5G
  • 6.7" Super AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2340
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
67
display
Tecno Pova Neo
  • 6.8" IPS LCD
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
32
display
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy A17 5G
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 25W
  • Wireless charging: no data
52
battery
Tecno Pova Neo
  • 6000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
63
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Samsung Galaxy A17 5G and Tecno Pova Neo, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Samsung Galaxy A17 5G Samsung Exynos 1330
48/100
602971 AnTuTu
Tecno Pova Neo MediaTek Helio G25
23/100 -268.3%
163723 AnTuTu

Samsung Galaxy A17 5G leads Tecno Pova Neo by 268.3% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Samsung Galaxy A17 5G
$166
Tecno Pova Neo
$130

Launch price difference: $36. Tecno Pova Neo was $36 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Neo (47/100 vs 9/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Neo (67/100 vs 32/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G notably outperforms the Tecno Pova Neo (33/100 vs 10/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova Neo is a bit better (63/100 vs 52/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G notably outperforms the Tecno Pova Neo (68/100 vs 39/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G or the Tecno Pova Neo?

The Samsung Galaxy A17 5G significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Neo by 25 points (48/100 vs 23/100).

What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G and the Tecno Pova Neo?

The Samsung Galaxy A17 5G has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Tecno Pova Neo — 23/100.

Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G or the Tecno Pova Neo?

The Samsung Galaxy A17 5G leads on camera score (33/100 vs 10/100).

Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G or the Tecno Pova Neo?

The Samsung Galaxy A17 5G leads on performance (47/100 vs 9/100).

Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G over the Tecno Pova Neo?

The Samsung Galaxy A17 5G is a better fit for everyday use. The Tecno Pova Neo is a better fit for everyday use.