Samsung Galaxy A17 vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
The Samsung Galaxy A17 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G99, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $147 and $2199. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads — 78/100 vs 45/100 (a 33-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,453,998 vs 554,590); the Samsung Galaxy A17 is noticeably lighter (190g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A17
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
What makes Samsung Galaxy A17 better?
- Lighter: 190g vs 215g
- Cheaper at launch: $147 vs $2199
- Better portability (70/100 vs 66/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3453998 vs 554590
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 727
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 2047
- Faster charging: 60W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (67/100 vs 33/100)
- Longer battery life (61/100 vs 44/100)
- Better display (78/100 vs 67/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A17 vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra scores 33 points higher (78/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads (96/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads (67/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads (61/100 vs 44/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy A17 — 66/100, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra — 64/100; 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 Fold8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 (96/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is a bit better (78/100 vs 67/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 (67/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 (61/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra are nearly equal (70/100 vs 66/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A17 | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G99 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 554590 | 3453998 | |
| Geekbench Single | 727 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2047 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.7" Super AMOLED | 8.0" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 1968x2184 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 60W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 25W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 5 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 10 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 | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | 164.4×77.9×7.5 mm | — | |
| Weight | 190 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | $147 | $2199 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A17
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 13MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 10MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A17
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
- 8.0" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1968x2184
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy A17
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy A17 and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads Samsung Galaxy A17 by 83.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $2052. Samsung Galaxy A17 was $2052 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 (96/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is a bit better (78/100 vs 67/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 (67/100 vs 33/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 (61/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra are nearly equal (70/100 vs 66/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A17 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 by 33 points (78/100 vs 45/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A17 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy A17 has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra — 78/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A17 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads on camera score (67/100 vs 33/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A17 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads on performance (96/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A17 over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users.