Samsung Galaxy A17 vs Samsung Galaxy M14 5G
The Samsung Galaxy A17 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G99, while the Samsung Galaxy M14 5G (2023) runs on the Samsung Exynos 1330; launch prices were $147 and $179. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy A17 leads — 45/100 vs 44/100 (a 1-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy M14 5G has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the Samsung Galaxy M14 5G is faster in AnTuTu (607,489 vs 554,590); the Samsung Galaxy A17 is noticeably lighter (190g vs 206g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A17
Samsung Galaxy M14 5G
What makes Samsung Galaxy A17 better?
- Better Geekbench Multi: 2047 vs 1826
- Lighter: 190g vs 206g
- Cheaper at launch: $147 vs $179
- Better camera (33/100 vs 31/100)
- Better display (67/100 vs 54/100)
- Better portability (70/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy M14 5G better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 607489 vs 554590
- Better Geekbench Single: 960 vs 727
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher performance (46/100 vs 43/100)
- Longer battery life (52/100 vs 44/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A17 vs the Samsung Galaxy M14 5G, the Samsung Galaxy A17 scores 1 points higher (45/100 vs 44/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy A17 — 66/100, Samsung Galaxy M14 5G — 54/100; 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, the Samsung Galaxy M14 5G and the Samsung Galaxy A17 are nearly equal (46/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 is a bit better (67/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 and the Samsung Galaxy M14 5G are nearly equal (33/100 vs 31/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy M14 5G is a bit better (52/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M14 5G (70/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A17 | Samsung Galaxy M14 5G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G99 | Samsung Exynos 1330 | |
| AnTuTu | 554590 | 607489 | |
| Geekbench Single | 727 | 960 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2047 | 1826 | |
| Display | 6.7" Super AMOLED | 6.6" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 2408x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 25W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 5 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 15 / One UI 7 | Android 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 800 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | — | |
| Dimensions | 164.4×77.9×7.5 mm | 166.8×77.2×9.4 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 206 g | |
| Launch price | $147 | $179 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A17
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 13MP
Samsung Galaxy M14 5G
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A17
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Samsung Galaxy M14 5G
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2408x1080
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy A17
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy M14 5G
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy A17 and Samsung Galaxy M14 5G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy M14 5G leads Samsung Galaxy A17 by 8.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $32. Samsung Galaxy A17 was $32 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy M14 5G and the Samsung Galaxy A17 are nearly equal (46/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 is a bit better (67/100 vs 54/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 and the Samsung Galaxy M14 5G are nearly equal (33/100 vs 31/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy M14 5G is a bit better (52/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M14 5G (70/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A17 or the Samsung Galaxy M14 5G?
The Samsung Galaxy A17 edges out the Samsung Galaxy M14 5G by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A17 and the Samsung Galaxy M14 5G?
The Samsung Galaxy A17 has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Samsung Galaxy M14 5G — 44/100.
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A17 over the Samsung Galaxy M14 5G?
Neither model stands out enough to recommend it for a specific use case: the clearest difference is portability — better on the Samsung Galaxy A17 (70/100 vs 40/100).