Samsung Galaxy A17 vs Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
The Samsung Galaxy A17 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G99, while the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $147 and $1099. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads — 75/100 vs 45/100 (a 30-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy A17 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 3900); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is faster in AnTuTu (3,034,849 vs 554,590); the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is noticeably lighter (163g vs 190g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A17
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
What makes Samsung Galaxy A17 better?
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 3900 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $147 vs $1099
- Longer battery life (44/100 vs 29/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3034849 vs 554590
- Better Geekbench Single: 2970 vs 727
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9490 vs 2047
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Lighter: 163g vs 190g
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (73/100 vs 33/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 67/100)
- Better portability (97/100 vs 70/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A17 vs the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge scores 30 points higher (75/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads (91/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads (73/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 leads (44/100 vs 29/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy A17 — 66/100, Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge — 60/100; 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 S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 (91/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 (89/100 vs 67/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 (73/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (44/100 vs 29/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 (97/100 vs 70/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A17 | Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G99 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 554590 | 3034849 | |
| Geekbench Single | 727 | 2970 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2047 | 9490 | |
| Display | 6.7" Super AMOLED | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 3900 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 140 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 5 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15 / One UI 7 | Android 15 / One UI 7 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 800 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 164.4×77.9×7.5 mm | 158.2×75.6×5.8 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 163 g | |
| Launch price | $147 | $1099 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A17
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 13MP
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A17
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy A17
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- 3900 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy A17 and Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads Samsung Galaxy A17 by 81.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $952. Samsung Galaxy A17 was $952 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 (91/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 (89/100 vs 67/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 (73/100 vs 33/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (44/100 vs 29/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 (97/100 vs 70/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A17 or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 by 30 points (75/100 vs 45/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A17 and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy A17 has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A17 or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads on camera score (73/100 vs 33/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A17 or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads on performance (91/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A17 over the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is a better fit for gamers and power users.