Samsung Galaxy A17 vs Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
The Samsung Galaxy A17 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G99, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; estimated prices are $147 and $1299. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads — 75/100 vs 27/100 (a 48-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,515,964 vs 602,971); the Samsung Galaxy A17 is noticeably lighter (190g vs 214g).
Samsung Galaxy A17
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Lighter: 190g vs 214g
- Cheaper: $147 vs $1299
- Better design/ergonomics (62/100 vs 32/100)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 20/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3515964 vs 602971
- Better Geekbench Single: 3601 vs 760
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10686 vs 1890
- Faster charging: 60W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (84/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 28/100)
- Longer battery life (51/100 vs 37/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A17 vs the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra scores 48 points higher (75/100 vs 27/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (84/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 28/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (51/100 vs 37/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 leads (100/100 vs 20/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 (84/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 (86/100 vs 28/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (51/100 vs 37/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (62/100 vs 32/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (100/100 vs 20/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A17 | Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G99 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 602971 | 3515964 | |
| Geekbench Single | 760 | 3601 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1890 | 10686 | |
| 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 | 60W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 25W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 157 | |
| 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 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 800 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 164.4×77.9×7.5 mm | 163.6×78.1×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 214 g | |
| Price | $147 | $1299 |
Samsung Galaxy A17
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 13MP
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Samsung Galaxy A17
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A17
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 10:12 hrs, total 28:50 hrs
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
We compared Samsung Galaxy A17 and Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads Samsung Galaxy A17 by 82.9% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $1152. Samsung Galaxy A17 is cheaper by $1152.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 (84/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 (100/100 vs 50/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 (86/100 vs 28/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (51/100 vs 37/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (62/100 vs 32/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (100/100 vs 20/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A17 or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 by 48 points (75/100 vs 27/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A17 and the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy A17 has a MobileRank rating of 27/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A17 or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on camera score (86/100 vs 28/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A17 or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on performance (84/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A17 over the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy A17 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts.