Samsung Galaxy A17 vs Samsung Galaxy S26
The Samsung Galaxy A17 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G99, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600; launch prices were $147 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 74/100 vs 45/100 (a 29-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy A17 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4000); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is faster in AnTuTu (2,827,538 vs 554,590); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 190g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A17
Samsung Galaxy S26
What makes Samsung Galaxy A17 better?
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4000 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $147 vs $799
- Longer battery life (44/100 vs 31/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2827538 vs 554590
- Better Geekbench Single: 2880 vs 727
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9100 vs 2047
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Lighter: 162g vs 190g
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (77/100 vs 33/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 67/100)
- Better portability (89/100 vs 70/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A17 vs the Samsung Galaxy S26, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 29 points higher (74/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (89/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (77/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 leads (44/100 vs 31/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy A17 — 66/100, Samsung Galaxy S26 — 62/100; 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 S26 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 (89/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 is a bit better (81/100 vs 67/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 (77/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 is a bit better (44/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 (89/100 vs 70/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A17 | Samsung Galaxy S26 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G99 | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 554590 | 2827538 | |
| Geekbench Single | 727 | 2880 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2047 | 9100 | |
| Display | 6.7" Super AMOLED | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 146 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 5 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| 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 | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 162 g | |
| Launch price | $147 | $799 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A17
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 13MP
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A17
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy A17
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy A17 and Samsung Galaxy S26, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 leads Samsung Galaxy A17 by 80.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $652. Samsung Galaxy A17 was $652 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 (89/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 is a bit better (81/100 vs 67/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 (77/100 vs 33/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 is a bit better (44/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 (89/100 vs 70/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A17 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 by 29 points (74/100 vs 45/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A17 and the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy A17 has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 — 74/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A17 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on camera score (77/100 vs 33/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A17 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (89/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A17 over the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for gamers and power users.