Samsung Galaxy A17 vs ZTE Axon 50 Ultra

The Samsung Galaxy A17 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G99, while the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1. By overall MobileRank rating, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra leads — 73/100 vs 45/100 (a 28-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (1,425,446 vs 552,286); the Samsung Galaxy A17 is thinner (7.5mm vs 8.9mm).

The ZTE Axon 50 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 by 28 points (73/100 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 50 Ultra
Performance 71
Display 89
Camera 86
Battery 56
Portability 50
Value for money
What makes Samsung Galaxy A17 better?
  • Lighter: 190g vs 199g

  • Better portability (70/100 vs 50/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 50 Ultra better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 1425446 vs 552286
  • Better Geekbench Single: 1761 vs 727
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 4688 vs 2047
  • Faster charging: 80W vs 25W
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz

  • Higher performance (71/100 vs 43/100)
  • Better camera (86/100 vs 33/100)
  • Longer battery life (56/100 vs 44/100)
  • Better display (89/100 vs 67/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A17 vs the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra scores 28 points higher (73/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra leads (71/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra leads (56/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 (71/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 (89/100 vs 67/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 (86/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra is a bit better (56/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra (70/100 vs 50/100).

Samsung Galaxy A17: The Samsung Galaxy A17 is a better fit for everyday use.
ZTE Axon 50 Ultra: The ZTE Axon 50 Ultra is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts.
Specs comparison
Specification Samsung Galaxy A17 ZTE Axon 50 Ultra
Processor MediaTek Helio G99 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1
AnTuTu 552286 1425446
Geekbench Single 727 1761
Geekbench Multi 2047 4688
Display 6.7" Super AMOLED 6.7" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2340 1080x2400
Refresh rate 90 Hz 144 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 25W 80W
Main camera 50 MP 64 MP
Ultrawide 5 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 50 MP
Front camera 13 MP 32 MP
RAM 4GB / 6GB / 8GB 12GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 15 / One UI 7 Android 12, MyOS 12
Brightness (peak) 800 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP54 IP54
Dimensions 164.4×77.9×7.5 mm 161.8×73.1×8.9 mm
Weight 190 g 199 g
Launch price $147
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A17
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 5MP
  • Front: 13MP
33
camera
ZTE Axon 50 Ultra
  • Main: 64MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 32MP
86
camera
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A17
  • 6.7" Super AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2340
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
67
display
ZTE Axon 50 Ultra
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
89
display
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy A17
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 25W
  • No wireless charging
44
battery
ZTE Axon 50 Ultra
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 80W
  • No wireless charging
56
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Samsung Galaxy A17 and ZTE Axon 50 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Samsung Galaxy A17 MediaTek Helio G99
45/100
552286 AnTuTu
ZTE Axon 50 Ultra Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1
73/100 +61.3%
1425446 AnTuTu

ZTE Axon 50 Ultra leads Samsung Galaxy A17 by 61.3% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Samsung Galaxy A17
$147
ZTE Axon 50 Ultra
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 (71/100 vs 43/100).

display

In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 (89/100 vs 67/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 (86/100 vs 33/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra is a bit better (56/100 vs 44/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra (70/100 vs 50/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A17 or the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra?

The ZTE Axon 50 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 by 28 points (73/100 vs 45/100).

What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A17 and the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra?

The Samsung Galaxy A17 has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra — 73/100.

Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A17 or the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra?

The ZTE Axon 50 Ultra leads on camera score (86/100 vs 33/100).

Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A17 or the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra?

The ZTE Axon 50 Ultra leads on performance (71/100 vs 43/100).

Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A17 over the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra?

The Samsung Galaxy A17 is a better fit for everyday use. The ZTE Axon 50 Ultra is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts.