Samsung Galaxy A17 vs ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition

The Samsung Galaxy A17 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G99, while the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1. By overall MobileRank rating, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition leads — 71/100 vs 45/100 (a 26-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition is faster in AnTuTu (1,290,942 vs 552,286).

The ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 by 26 points (71/100 vs 45/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A17
Performance 43
Display 67
Camera 33
Battery 44
Portability 70
Value for money 66
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition
Performance 69
Display 80
Camera 86
Battery 56
Portability 52
Value for money
What makes Samsung Galaxy A17 better?
  • Lighter: 190g vs 204g

  • Better portability (70/100 vs 52/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 1290942 vs 552286
  • Better Geekbench Single: 1675 vs 727
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 4453 vs 2047
  • Faster charging: 80W vs 25W
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz

  • Higher performance (69/100 vs 43/100)
  • Better camera (86/100 vs 33/100)
  • Longer battery life (56/100 vs 44/100)
  • Better display (80/100 vs 67/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A17 vs the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition scores 26 points higher (71/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition leads (69/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition leads (86/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition leads (56/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 (69/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition is a bit better (80/100 vs 67/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 (86/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition is a bit better (56/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition (70/100 vs 52/100).

Samsung Galaxy A17: The Samsung Galaxy A17 is a better fit for everyday use.
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition: The ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts.
Specs comparison
Specification Samsung Galaxy A17 ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition
Processor MediaTek Helio G99 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1
AnTuTu 552286 1290942
Geekbench Single 727 1675
Geekbench Multi 2047 4453
Display 6.7" Super AMOLED 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2340 1116x2480
Refresh rate 90 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 25W 80W
Main camera 50 MP 64 MP
Ultrawide 5 MP 64 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 64 MP
Front camera 13 MP 16 MP
RAM 4GB / 6GB / 8GB 12GB / 18GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 15 / One UI 7 Android 12, MyOS 12
Brightness (peak) 800 nits 1500 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP54
Dimensions 164.4×77.9×7.5 mm 163.3×73.6×8.4 mm
Weight 190 g 204 g
Launch price $147
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A17
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 5MP
  • Front: 13MP
33
camera
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition
  • Main: 64MP f/f/1.6
  • Ultrawide: 64MP
  • Telephoto: 64MP
  • Front: 16MP
86
camera
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A17
  • 6.7" Super AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2340
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
67
display
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1116x2480
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
80
display
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy A17
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 25W
  • No wireless charging
44
battery
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 80W
  • No wireless charging
56
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Samsung Galaxy A17 and ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Samsung Galaxy A17 MediaTek Helio G99
45/100
552286 AnTuTu
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1
71/100 +57.2%
1290942 AnTuTu

ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition leads Samsung Galaxy A17 by 57.2% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Samsung Galaxy A17
$147
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 (69/100 vs 43/100).

display

In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition is a bit better (80/100 vs 67/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 (86/100 vs 33/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition is a bit better (56/100 vs 44/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition (70/100 vs 52/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A17 or the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition?

The ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 by 26 points (71/100 vs 45/100).

What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A17 and the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition?

The Samsung Galaxy A17 has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition — 71/100.

Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A17 or the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition?

The ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition leads on camera score (86/100 vs 33/100).

Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A17 or the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition?

The ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition leads on performance (69/100 vs 43/100).

Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A17 over the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition?

The Samsung Galaxy A17 is a better fit for everyday use. The ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts.