Samsung Galaxy A17 vs Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8

The Samsung Galaxy A17 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G99, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (2026) runs on the Exynos 2600; estimated prices are $147 and $1099. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads — 57/100 vs 27/100 (a 30-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy A17 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4300); the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,161,830 vs 602,971).

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 by 30 points (57/100 vs 27/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A17
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 28
Battery 37
Design 62
Value for money 100
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
Performance 77
Display 100
Camera 30
Battery 23
Design 75
Value for money 34
What makes Samsung Galaxy A17 better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4300 mAh
  • Cheaper: $147 vs $1099

  • Longer battery life (37/100 vs 23/100)
  • Better value for money (100/100 vs 34/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3161830 vs 602971
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3271 vs 760
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 11051 vs 1890
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
  • Lighter: 180g vs 190g

  • Higher performance (77/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (30/100 vs 28/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (75/100 vs 62/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A17 vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 scores 30 points higher (57/100 vs 27/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads (77/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 leads (37/100 vs 23/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 leads (100/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 (77/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 and the Samsung Galaxy A17 are nearly equal (30/100 vs 28/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 is a bit better (37/100 vs 23/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is a bit better (75/100 vs 62/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (100/100 vs 34/100).

Samsung Galaxy A17: The Samsung Galaxy A17 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8: The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is a better fit for active users.
Specs comparison
Specification Samsung Galaxy A17 Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
Processor MediaTek Helio G99 Exynos 2600
AnTuTu 602971 3161830
Geekbench Single 760 3271
Geekbench Multi 1890 11051
Display 6.7" Super AMOLED 6.9" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
Resolution 1080x2340 1080x2520
Refresh rate 90 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 4300 mAh
Charging 25W 25W
Wireless charging 0W 15W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 5 MP 12 MP
Front camera 13 MP 10 MP
RAM 4GB / 6GB / 8GB 12GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 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 IP48
Dimensions 164.4×77.9×7.5 mm
Weight 190 g 180 g
Price $147 $1099
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A17
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 5MP
  • Front: 13MP
28
camera
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Front: 10MP
30
camera
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A17
  • 6.7" Super AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2340
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
  • 6.9" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
  • Resolution: 1080x2520
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy A17
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 25W
  • No wireless charging
37
battery
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
  • 4300 mAh
  • Wired: 25W
  • Wireless: 15W
23
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Samsung Galaxy A17 and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Samsung Galaxy A17 MediaTek Helio G99
27/100
602971 AnTuTu
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 Exynos 2600
57/100 +80.9%
3161830 AnTuTu

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads Samsung Galaxy A17 by 80.9% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Samsung Galaxy A17
$147
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
$1099

Price difference: $952. Samsung Galaxy A17 is cheaper by $952.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 (77/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 (100/100 vs 50/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 and the Samsung Galaxy A17 are nearly equal (30/100 vs 28/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 is a bit better (37/100 vs 23/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is a bit better (75/100 vs 62/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (100/100 vs 34/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A17 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 by 30 points (57/100 vs 27/100).

What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A17 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?

The Samsung Galaxy A17 has a MobileRank rating of 27/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 — 57/100.

Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A17 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads on performance (77/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A17 over the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?

The Samsung Galaxy A17 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is a better fit for active users.