Samsung Galaxy A17 vs Tecno Pova 4 Pro

The Samsung Galaxy A17 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G99, while the Tecno Pova 4 Pro (2022) runs on the MediaTek Helio G99. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy A17 leads — 27/100 vs 24/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Pova 4 Pro has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the Samsung Galaxy A17 is faster in AnTuTu (602,971 vs 408,000); the Samsung Galaxy A17 is thinner (7.5mm vs 9.2mm).

The Samsung Galaxy A17 edges out the Tecno Pova 4 Pro by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A17
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 28
Battery 37
Design 62
Value for money 100
Tecno Pova 4 Pro
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 24
Battery 51
Design 50
Value for money 55
What makes Samsung Galaxy A17 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 602971 vs 408000

  • Better camera (28/100 vs 24/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (62/100 vs 50/100)
  • Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Tecno Pova 4 Pro better?
  • Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 45W vs 25W

  • Longer battery life (51/100 vs 37/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A17 vs the Tecno Pova 4 Pro, the Samsung Galaxy A17 scores 3 points higher (27/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 4 Pro leads (51/100 vs 37/100). 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, both devices are on the same level — 50/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 and the Tecno Pova 4 Pro are nearly equal (28/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 4 Pro is a bit better (51/100 vs 37/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 is a bit better (62/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 4 Pro (100/100 vs 55/100).

Samsung Galaxy A17: The Samsung Galaxy A17 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Tecno Pova 4 Pro: The Tecno Pova 4 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Samsung Galaxy A17 Tecno Pova 4 Pro
Processor MediaTek Helio G99 MediaTek Helio G99
AnTuTu 602971 408000
Geekbench Single 760 760
Geekbench Multi 1890 1890
Display 6.7" Super AMOLED 6.7" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2340 1080x2460
Refresh rate 90 Hz 90 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 6000 mAh
Charging 25W 45W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 5 MP 0 MP
Front camera 13 MP 8 MP
RAM 4GB / 6GB / 8GB 8GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 256GB
OS Android 15 / One UI 7 Android 12, HIOS
Brightness (peak) 800 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP54
Dimensions 164.4×77.9×7.5 mm 164.8×77.0×9.2 mm
Weight 190 g
Price $147
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A17
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 5MP
  • Front: 13MP
28
camera
Tecno Pova 4 Pro
  • Main: 50MP
  • Front: 8MP
24
camera
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A17
  • 6.7" Super AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2340
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Tecno Pova 4 Pro
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2460
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy A17
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 25W
  • No wireless charging
37
battery
Tecno Pova 4 Pro
  • 6000 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • No wireless charging
51
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Samsung Galaxy A17 and Tecno Pova 4 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Samsung Galaxy A17 MediaTek Helio G99
27/100
602971 AnTuTu
Tecno Pova 4 Pro MediaTek Helio G99
24/100 -47.8%
408000 AnTuTu

Samsung Galaxy A17 leads Tecno Pova 4 Pro by 47.8% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Samsung Galaxy A17
$147
Tecno Pova 4 Pro
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 50/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 and the Tecno Pova 4 Pro are nearly equal (28/100 vs 24/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 4 Pro is a bit better (51/100 vs 37/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 is a bit better (62/100 vs 50/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 4 Pro (100/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A17 or the Tecno Pova 4 Pro?

The Samsung Galaxy A17 edges out the Tecno Pova 4 Pro by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A17 and the Tecno Pova 4 Pro?

The Samsung Galaxy A17 has a MobileRank rating of 27/100, the Tecno Pova 4 Pro — 24/100.

Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A17 over the Tecno Pova 4 Pro?

The Samsung Galaxy A17 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Tecno Pova 4 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.