Samsung Galaxy A17 vs Tecno Pova 7 5G
The Samsung Galaxy A17 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G99, while the Tecno Pova 7 5G (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300; launch prices were $147 and $200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Pova 7 5G leads — 54/100 vs 45/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Pova 7 5G has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP; the Tecno Pova 7 5G is faster in AnTuTu (825,080 vs 554,590); the Samsung Galaxy A17 is noticeably lighter (190g vs 205g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A17
Tecno Pova 7 5G
What makes Samsung Galaxy A17 better?
- Better Geekbench Multi: 2047 vs 1980
- Lighter: 190g vs 205g
- Cheaper at launch: $147 vs $200
- Better display (67/100 vs 66/100)
- Better portability (70/100 vs 54/100)
What makes Tecno Pova 7 5G better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 825080 vs 554590
- Better Geekbench Single: 771 vs 727
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (49/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (39/100 vs 33/100)
- Longer battery life (79/100 vs 44/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A17 vs the Tecno Pova 7 5G, the Tecno Pova 7 5G scores 9 points higher (54/100 vs 45/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 5G leads (79/100 vs 44/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy A17 — 66/100, Tecno Pova 7 5G — 68/100; 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 Tecno Pova 7 5G is a bit better (49/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 and the Tecno Pova 7 5G are nearly equal (67/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova 7 5G is a bit better (39/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 5G significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 (79/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 5G (70/100 vs 54/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A17 | Tecno Pova 7 5G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G99 | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | |
| AnTuTu | 554590 | 825080 | |
| Geekbench Single | 727 | 771 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2047 | 1980 | |
| Display | 6.7" Super AMOLED | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 5 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15 / One UI 7 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 800 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP54 | — | |
| Dimensions | 164.4×77.9×7.5 mm | — | |
| Weight | 190 g | 205 g | |
| Launch price | $147 | $200 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A17
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 13MP
Tecno Pova 7 5G
- Main: 108MP
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A17
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Tecno Pova 7 5G
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy A17
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Pova 7 5G
- 6000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy A17 and Tecno Pova 7 5G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Tecno Pova 7 5G leads Samsung Galaxy A17 by 32.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $53. Samsung Galaxy A17 was $53 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Tecno Pova 7 5G is a bit better (49/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 and the Tecno Pova 7 5G are nearly equal (67/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova 7 5G is a bit better (39/100 vs 33/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 5G significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 (79/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 5G (70/100 vs 54/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A17 or the Tecno Pova 7 5G?
The Tecno Pova 7 5G edges out the Samsung Galaxy A17 by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A17 and the Tecno Pova 7 5G?
The Samsung Galaxy A17 has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Tecno Pova 7 5G — 54/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A17 or the Tecno Pova 7 5G?
The Tecno Pova 7 5G leads on camera score (39/100 vs 33/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A17 or the Tecno Pova 7 5G?
The Tecno Pova 7 5G leads on performance (49/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A17 over the Tecno Pova 7 5G?
The Tecno Pova 7 5G is a better fit for those who care about battery life.