Samsung Galaxy A17 vs Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
The Samsung Galaxy A17 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G99, while the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $147 and $1299. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads — 80/100 vs 45/100 (a 35-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,128,552 vs 554,590); the Samsung Galaxy A17 is noticeably lighter (190g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A17
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
What makes Samsung Galaxy A17 better?
- Lighter: 190g vs 218g
- Cheaper at launch: $147 vs $1299
- Better portability (70/100 vs 46/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3128552 vs 554590
- Better Geekbench Single: 3100 vs 727
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9760 vs 2047
- Faster charging: 45W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (81/100 vs 33/100)
- Longer battery life (56/100 vs 44/100)
- Better display (88/100 vs 67/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A17 vs the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra scores 35 points higher (80/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads (81/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads (56/100 vs 44/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy A17 — 66/100, Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra — 70/100; 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 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 (92/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 (88/100 vs 67/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 (81/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a bit better (56/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (70/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A17 | Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G99 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 554590 | 3128552 | |
| Geekbench Single | 727 | 3100 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2047 | 9760 | |
| Display | 6.7" Super AMOLED | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 151 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 5 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| 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 | 162.8×77.6×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 218 g | |
| Launch price | $147 | $1299 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A17
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 13MP
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A17
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- 6.9" 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 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 11:10 hrs, total 28:43 hrs
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy A17 and Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads Samsung Galaxy A17 by 82.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1152. Samsung Galaxy A17 was $1152 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 (92/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 (88/100 vs 67/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 (81/100 vs 33/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a bit better (56/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (70/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A17 or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 by 35 points (80/100 vs 45/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A17 and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy A17 has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra — 80/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A17 or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads on camera score (81/100 vs 33/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A17 or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A17 over the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts.