Samsung Galaxy A17 vs Tecno Camon 30 Premier
The Samsung Galaxy A17 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G99, while the Tecno Camon 30 Premier (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8200 Ultimate. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Camon 30 Premier leads — 69/100 vs 45/100 (a 24-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Camon 30 Premier is faster in AnTuTu (1,240,821 vs 554,590); the Samsung Galaxy A17 is noticeably lighter (190g vs 210g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A17
Tecno Camon 30 Premier
What makes Samsung Galaxy A17 better?
- Lighter: 190g vs 210g
- Better portability (70/100 vs 54/100)
What makes Tecno Camon 30 Premier better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1240821 vs 554590
- Better Geekbench Single: 1256 vs 727
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4207 vs 2047
- Faster charging: 70W vs 25W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (65/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (81/100 vs 33/100)
- Longer battery life (53/100 vs 44/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 67/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A17 vs the Tecno Camon 30 Premier, the Tecno Camon 30 Premier scores 24 points higher (69/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Camon 30 Premier leads (65/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Camon 30 Premier leads (81/100 vs 33/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Camon 30 Premier notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 (65/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Tecno Camon 30 Premier notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 (84/100 vs 67/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Camon 30 Premier significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 (81/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Camon 30 Premier is a bit better (53/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 notably outperforms the Tecno Camon 30 Premier (70/100 vs 54/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A17 | Tecno Camon 30 Premier | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G99 | MediaTek Dimensity 8200 Ultimate | |
| AnTuTu | 554590 | 1240821 | |
| Geekbench Single | 727 | 1256 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2047 | 4207 | |
| Display | 6.7" Super AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 1264x2780 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 70W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 5 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15 / One UI 7 | Android 14, up to 2 major Android upgrades, HIOS 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 800 nits | 1400 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 164.4×77.9×7.5 mm | 162.7×76.2×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 210 g | |
| Launch price | $147 | — |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A17
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 13MP
Tecno Camon 30 Premier
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A17
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Tecno Camon 30 Premier
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1264x2780
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy A17
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Camon 30 Premier
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 70W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy A17 and Tecno Camon 30 Premier, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Tecno Camon 30 Premier leads Samsung Galaxy A17 by 55.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Tecno Camon 30 Premier
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Tecno Camon 30 Premier notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 (65/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Tecno Camon 30 Premier notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 (84/100 vs 67/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Tecno Camon 30 Premier significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 (81/100 vs 33/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Camon 30 Premier is a bit better (53/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 notably outperforms the Tecno Camon 30 Premier (70/100 vs 54/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A17 or the Tecno Camon 30 Premier?
The Tecno Camon 30 Premier significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 by 24 points (69/100 vs 45/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A17 and the Tecno Camon 30 Premier?
The Samsung Galaxy A17 has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Tecno Camon 30 Premier — 69/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A17 or the Tecno Camon 30 Premier?
The Tecno Camon 30 Premier leads on camera score (81/100 vs 33/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A17 or the Tecno Camon 30 Premier?
The Tecno Camon 30 Premier leads on performance (65/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A17 over the Tecno Camon 30 Premier?
The Tecno Camon 30 Premier is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts.