Samsung Galaxy A17 vs Tecno Pop 5X
The Samsung Galaxy A17 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G99, while the Tecno Pop 5X (2022) runs on the Unisoc. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy A17 leads — 27/100 vs 9/100 (a 18-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy A17 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 8 MP; the Samsung Galaxy A17 has NFC for contactless payments, the Tecno Pop 5X doesn't; the Tecno Pop 5X is noticeably lighter (150g vs 190g).
Samsung Galaxy A17
Tecno Pop 5X
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 8MP
- Better camera (28/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (37/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (50/100 vs 0/100)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
- Lighter: 150g vs 190g
- Better design/ergonomics (100/100 vs 62/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A17 vs the Tecno Pop 5X, the Samsung Galaxy A17 scores 18 points higher (27/100 vs 9/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 leads (28/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 leads (37/100 vs 12/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 leads (100/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (50/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 notably outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (28/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 notably outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (37/100 vs 12/100). In the "design" category, the Tecno Pop 5X significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 (100/100 vs 62/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (100/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A17 | Tecno Pop 5X | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G99 | Unisoc | |
| AnTuTu | 602971 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 760 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1890 | — | |
| Display | 6.7" Super AMOLED | 6.5" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 5 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 2GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 32GB | |
| OS | Android 15 / One UI 7 | Android 10 (Go edition), HiOS | |
| Brightness (peak) | 800 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP54 | — | |
| Dimensions | 164.4×77.9×7.5 mm | 166.0×75.9×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 150 g | |
| Price | $147 | — |
Samsung Galaxy A17
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 13MP
Tecno Pop 5X
- Main: 8MP
- Front: 5MP
Samsung Galaxy A17
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Tecno Pop 5X
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Samsung Galaxy A17
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Pop 5X
- 4000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Tecno Pop 5X
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (50/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 notably outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (28/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 notably outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (37/100 vs 12/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Tecno Pop 5X significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 (100/100 vs 62/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (100/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A17 or the Tecno Pop 5X?
The Samsung Galaxy A17 is noticeably better than the Tecno Pop 5X — the overall rating gap is 18 points.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A17 and the Tecno Pop 5X?
The Samsung Galaxy A17 has a MobileRank rating of 27/100, the Tecno Pop 5X — 9/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A17 or the Tecno Pop 5X?
The Samsung Galaxy A17 leads on camera score (28/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A17 over the Tecno Pop 5X?
The Samsung Galaxy A17 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Tecno Pop 5X is a better fit for everyday use.