Samsung Galaxy A17 vs ZTE Axon 41 5G

The Samsung Galaxy A17 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G99, while the ZTE Axon 41 5G (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 870. By overall MobileRank rating, the ZTE Axon 41 5G leads — 56/100 vs 45/100 (a 11-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the ZTE Axon 41 5G is faster in AnTuTu (1,010,069 vs 552,286); the Samsung Galaxy A17 is thinner (7.5mm vs 9.5mm).

The ZTE Axon 41 5G is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy A17 — the overall rating gap is 11 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A17
Performance 43
Display 67
Camera 33
Battery 44
Portability 70
Value for money 66
ZTE Axon 41 5G
Performance 61
Display 67
Camera 51
Battery 52
Portability 41
Value for money
What makes Samsung Galaxy A17 better?
  • Lighter: 190g vs 203g

  • Better portability (70/100 vs 41/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 41 5G better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 1010069 vs 552286
  • Better Geekbench Single: 1298 vs 727
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 3520 vs 2047
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP

  • Higher performance (61/100 vs 43/100)
  • Better camera (51/100 vs 33/100)
  • Longer battery life (52/100 vs 44/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A17 vs the ZTE Axon 41 5G, the ZTE Axon 41 5G scores 11 points higher (56/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 41 5G leads (61/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 41 5G leads (51/100 vs 33/100). In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 41 5G notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 (61/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 67/100. In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 41 5G notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 (51/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 41 5G is a bit better (52/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 41 5G (70/100 vs 41/100).

Samsung Galaxy A17: The Samsung Galaxy A17 is a better fit for everyday use.
ZTE Axon 41 5G: The ZTE Axon 41 5G is a better fit for active users.
Specs comparison
Specification Samsung Galaxy A17 ZTE Axon 41 5G
Processor MediaTek Helio G99 Qualcomm Snapdragon 870
AnTuTu 552286 1010069
Geekbench Single 727 1298
Geekbench Multi 2047 3520
Display 6.7" Super AMOLED 6.7" Amoled
Resolution 1080x2340 1080x2400
Refresh rate 90 Hz 90 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 25W
Main camera 50 MP 64 MP
Ultrawide 5 MP 8 MP
Front camera 13 MP 44 MP
RAM 4GB / 6GB / 8GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 128GB
OS Android 15 / One UI 7 Android 11 Red Velvet Cake
Brightness (peak) 800 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP54
Dimensions 164.4×77.9×7.5 mm 163.9×76.2×9.5 mm
Weight 190 g 203 g
Launch price $147
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A17
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 5MP
  • Front: 13MP
33
camera
ZTE Axon 41 5G
  • Main: 64MP
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 44MP
51
camera
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A17
  • 6.7" Super AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2340
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
67
display
ZTE Axon 41 5G
  • 6.7" Amoled
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
67
display
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy A17
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 25W
  • No wireless charging
44
battery
ZTE Axon 41 5G
  • 5000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
52
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Samsung Galaxy A17 and ZTE Axon 41 5G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Samsung Galaxy A17 MediaTek Helio G99
45/100
552286 AnTuTu
ZTE Axon 41 5G Qualcomm Snapdragon 870
56/100 +45.3%
1010069 AnTuTu

ZTE Axon 41 5G leads Samsung Galaxy A17 by 45.3% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Samsung Galaxy A17
$147
ZTE Axon 41 5G
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 41 5G notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 (61/100 vs 43/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 67/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 41 5G notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 (51/100 vs 33/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 41 5G is a bit better (52/100 vs 44/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 41 5G (70/100 vs 41/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A17 or the ZTE Axon 41 5G?

The ZTE Axon 41 5G is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy A17 — the overall rating gap is 11 points.

What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A17 and the ZTE Axon 41 5G?

The Samsung Galaxy A17 has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the ZTE Axon 41 5G — 56/100.

Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A17 or the ZTE Axon 41 5G?

The ZTE Axon 41 5G leads on camera score (51/100 vs 33/100).

Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A17 or the ZTE Axon 41 5G?

The ZTE Axon 41 5G leads on performance (61/100 vs 43/100).

Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A17 over the ZTE Axon 41 5G?

The Samsung Galaxy A17 is a better fit for everyday use. The ZTE Axon 41 5G is a better fit for active users.