Samsung Galaxy A17 vs Tecno Pova Neo
The Samsung Galaxy A17 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G99, while the Tecno Pova Neo (2022) runs on the MediaTek Helio G25; launch prices were $147 and $130. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy A17 leads — 45/100 vs 23/100 (a 22-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Pova Neo has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the Samsung Galaxy A17 is faster in AnTuTu (552,286 vs 163,723); the Samsung Galaxy A17 has NFC for contactless payments, the Tecno Pova Neo doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy A17 is noticeably lighter (190g vs 214g).
Samsung Galaxy A17
Tecno Pova Neo
- Higher AnTuTu: 552286 vs 163723
- Better Geekbench Single: 727 vs 185
- Better Geekbench Multi: 2047 vs 521
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 90Hz vs 60Hz
- Lighter: 190g vs 214g
- Higher performance (43/100 vs 9/100)
- Better camera (33/100 vs 10/100)
- Better display (67/100 vs 32/100)
- Better portability (70/100 vs 39/100)
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $130 vs $147
- Longer battery life (63/100 vs 44/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A17 vs the Tecno Pova Neo, the Samsung Galaxy A17 scores 22 points higher (45/100 vs 23/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 leads (43/100 vs 9/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 leads (33/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova Neo leads (63/100 vs 44/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy A17 — 66/100, Tecno Pova Neo — 26/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Neo (43/100 vs 9/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Neo (67/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 notably outperforms the Tecno Pova Neo (33/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova Neo notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 (63/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Neo (70/100 vs 39/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A17 | Tecno Pova Neo | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G99 | MediaTek Helio G25 | |
| AnTuTu | 552286 | 163723 | |
| Geekbench Single | 727 | 185 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2047 | 521 | |
| Display | 6.7" Super AMOLED | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 13 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 5 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 4GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 64GB | |
| OS | Android 15 / One UI 7 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 800 nits | 480 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP54 | — | |
| Dimensions | 164.4×77.9×7.5 mm | 171.4×77.3×9.1 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 214 g | |
| Launch price | $147 | $130 |
Samsung Galaxy A17
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 13MP
Tecno Pova Neo
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy A17
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Tecno Pova Neo
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A17
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Pova Neo
- 6000 mAh
- No wireless charging
We compared Samsung Galaxy A17 and Tecno Pova Neo, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy A17 leads Tecno Pova Neo by 237.3% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $17. Tecno Pova Neo was $17 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Neo (43/100 vs 9/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Neo (67/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 notably outperforms the Tecno Pova Neo (33/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova Neo notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 (63/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Neo (70/100 vs 39/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A17 or the Tecno Pova Neo?
The Samsung Galaxy A17 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Neo by 22 points (45/100 vs 23/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A17 and the Tecno Pova Neo?
The Samsung Galaxy A17 has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Tecno Pova Neo — 23/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A17 or the Tecno Pova Neo?
The Samsung Galaxy A17 leads on camera score (33/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A17 or the Tecno Pova Neo?
The Samsung Galaxy A17 leads on performance (43/100 vs 9/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A17 over the Tecno Pova Neo?
The Samsung Galaxy A17 is a better fit for everyday use. The Tecno Pova Neo is a better fit for everyday use.