Samsung Galaxy A17 vs Tecno Phantom V Fold
The Samsung Galaxy A17 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G99, while the Tecno Phantom V Fold (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9000+. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Phantom V Fold leads — 44/100 vs 27/100 (a 17-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Phantom V Fold is faster in AnTuTu (1,453,683 vs 602,971); the Samsung Galaxy A17 is noticeably lighter (190g vs 299g).
Samsung Galaxy A17
Tecno Phantom V Fold
- Lighter: 190g vs 299g
- Better design/ergonomics (62/100 vs 0/100)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 1453683 vs 602971
- Better Geekbench Single: 1967 vs 760
- Better Geekbench Multi: 5401 vs 1890
- Faster charging: 45W vs 25W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (25/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (53/100 vs 28/100)
- Longer battery life (42/100 vs 37/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A17 vs the Tecno Phantom V Fold, the Tecno Phantom V Fold scores 17 points higher (44/100 vs 27/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold leads (25/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold leads (53/100 vs 28/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 leads (100/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 (25/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 (53/100 vs 28/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold is a bit better (42/100 vs 37/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 significantly outperforms the Tecno Phantom V Fold (62/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 significantly outperforms the Tecno Phantom V Fold (100/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A17 | Tecno Phantom V Fold | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G99 | MediaTek Dimensity 9000+ | |
| AnTuTu | 602971 | 1453683 | |
| Geekbench Single | 760 | 1967 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1890 | 5401 | |
| Display | 6.7" Super AMOLED | 7.8" Foldable LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 2000x2296 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 45W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 5 MP | 13 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15 / One UI 7 | Android 13, HiOS 13 Fold | |
| Brightness (peak) | 800 nits | 1100 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | — | |
| Dimensions | 164.4×77.9×7.5 mm | — | |
| Weight | 190 g | 299 g | |
| Price | $147 | — |
Samsung Galaxy A17
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 13MP
Tecno Phantom V Fold
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy A17
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Tecno Phantom V Fold
- 7.8" Foldable LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2000x2296
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A17
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Phantom V Fold
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
We compared Samsung Galaxy A17 and Tecno Phantom V Fold, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Tecno Phantom V Fold leads Samsung Galaxy A17 by 58.5% in our overall performance rating.
Tecno Phantom V Fold
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 (25/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 (100/100 vs 50/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 (53/100 vs 28/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold is a bit better (42/100 vs 37/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 significantly outperforms the Tecno Phantom V Fold (62/100 vs 0/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 significantly outperforms the Tecno Phantom V Fold (100/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A17 or the Tecno Phantom V Fold?
The Tecno Phantom V Fold is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy A17 — the overall rating gap is 17 points.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A17 and the Tecno Phantom V Fold?
The Samsung Galaxy A17 has a MobileRank rating of 27/100, the Tecno Phantom V Fold — 44/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A17 or the Tecno Phantom V Fold?
The Tecno Phantom V Fold leads on camera score (53/100 vs 28/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A17 or the Tecno Phantom V Fold?
The Tecno Phantom V Fold leads on performance (25/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A17 over the Tecno Phantom V Fold?
The Samsung Galaxy A17 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Tecno Phantom V Fold is a better fit for everyday use.