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; launch prices were $147 and $1099. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads — 66/100 vs 45/100 (a 21-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 (3,113,347 vs 554,590).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A17
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
What makes Samsung Galaxy A17 better?
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4300 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $147 vs $1099
- Longer battery life (44/100 vs 37/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3113347 vs 554590
- Better Geekbench Single: 3235 vs 727
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10904 vs 2047
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Lighter: 180g vs 190g
- Higher performance (93/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (35/100 vs 33/100)
- Better display (80/100 vs 67/100)
- Better portability (80/100 vs 70/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A17 vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 scores 21 points higher (66/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads (93/100 vs 43/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy A17 — 66/100, Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 — 42/100; 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 Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 (93/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is a bit better (80/100 vs 67/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 and the Samsung Galaxy A17 are nearly equal (35/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 is a bit better (44/100 vs 37/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is a bit better (80/100 vs 70/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A17 | Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G99 | Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 554590 | 3113347 | |
| Geekbench Single | 727 | 3235 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2047 | 10904 | |
| 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 | |
| Launch price | $147 | $1099 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A17
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 13MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A17
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- 6.9" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1080x2520
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy A17
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- 4300 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy A17 and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads Samsung Galaxy A17 by 82.2% 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 Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 (93/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is a bit better (80/100 vs 67/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 and the Samsung Galaxy A17 are nearly equal (35/100 vs 33/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 is a bit better (44/100 vs 37/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is a bit better (80/100 vs 70/100).
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 21 points (66/100 vs 45/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A17 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Samsung Galaxy A17 has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 — 66/100.
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A17 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads on performance (93/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A17 over the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is a better fit for gamers and power users.