Samsung Galaxy A17 vs Tecno Spark 20C
The Samsung Galaxy A17 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G99, while the Tecno Spark 20C (2023) runs on the MediaTek. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy A17 leads — 27/100 vs 16/100 (a 11-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy A17 has NFC for contactless payments, the Tecno Spark 20C doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy A17 is thinner (7.5mm vs 8.6mm).
Samsung Galaxy A17
Tecno Spark 20C
- Faster charging: 25W vs 18W
- Better camera (28/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (37/100 vs 36/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (62/100 vs 50/100)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
- Overall rating 16/100
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A17 vs the Tecno Spark 20C, the Samsung Galaxy A17 scores 11 points higher (27/100 vs 16/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 leads (28/100 vs 0/100). 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 notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 20C (28/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 and the Tecno Spark 20C are nearly equal (37/100 vs 36/100). 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 Spark 20C (100/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A17 | Tecno Spark 20C | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G99 | MediaTek | |
| AnTuTu | 602971 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 760 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1890 | — | |
| Display | 6.7" Super AMOLED | 6.6" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 720x1612 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 18W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | — | |
| Ultrawide | 5 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 4GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15 / One UI 7 | Android 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 800 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP54 | — | |
| Dimensions | 164.4×77.9×7.5 mm | 163.7×75.6×8.6 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | — | |
| Price | $147 | — |
Samsung Galaxy A17
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 13MP
Tecno Spark 20C
- Main: —
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy A17
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Tecno Spark 20C
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1612
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A17
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Spark 20C
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Spark 20C
Price unknownperformance
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 notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 20C (28/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 and the Tecno Spark 20C are nearly equal (37/100 vs 36/100).
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 Spark 20C (100/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A17 or the Tecno Spark 20C?
The Samsung Galaxy A17 is noticeably better than the Tecno Spark 20C — the overall rating gap is 11 points.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A17 and the Tecno Spark 20C?
The Samsung Galaxy A17 has a MobileRank rating of 27/100, the Tecno Spark 20C — 16/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A17 or the Tecno Spark 20C?
The Samsung Galaxy A17 leads on camera score (28/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A17 over the Tecno Spark 20C?
The Samsung Galaxy A17 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Tecno Spark 20C is a better fit for everyday use.