Samsung Galaxy A17 vs ZTE Blade V50S 2023
The Samsung Galaxy A17 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G99, while the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 (2023) runs on the Spreadtrum Unisoc. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy A17 leads — 27/100 vs 16/100 (a 11-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the Samsung Galaxy A17 has NFC for contactless payments, the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy A17 is noticeably lighter (190g vs 207g).
Samsung Galaxy A17
ZTE Blade V50S 2023
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Lighter: 190g vs 207g
- Better camera (28/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (37/100 vs 36/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (62/100 vs 41/100)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
- Overall rating 16/100
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A17 vs the ZTE Blade V50S 2023, 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 ZTE Blade V50S 2023 (28/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 and the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 are nearly equal (37/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 notably outperforms the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 (62/100 vs 41/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 (100/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A17 | ZTE Blade V50S 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G99 | Spreadtrum Unisoc | |
| AnTuTu | 602971 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 760 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1890 | — | |
| Display | 6.7" Super AMOLED | 6.6" LCD IPS | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 1080x2408 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 13 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 5 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | — | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15 / One UI 7 | Android 12 Snow Cone | |
| Brightness (peak) | 800 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP54 | — | |
| Dimensions | 164.4×77.9×7.5 mm | 165.0×76.1×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 207 g | |
| Price | $147 | — |
Samsung Galaxy A17
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 13MP
ZTE Blade V50S 2023
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Samsung Galaxy A17
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
ZTE Blade V50S 2023
- 6.6" LCD IPS
- Resolution: 1080x2408
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A17
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
ZTE Blade V50S 2023
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
ZTE Blade V50S 2023
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 ZTE Blade V50S 2023 (28/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 and the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 are nearly equal (37/100 vs 36/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 notably outperforms the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 (62/100 vs 41/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 (100/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A17 or the ZTE Blade V50S 2023?
The Samsung Galaxy A17 is noticeably better than the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 — the overall rating gap is 11 points.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A17 and the ZTE Blade V50S 2023?
The Samsung Galaxy A17 has a MobileRank rating of 27/100, the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 — 16/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A17 or the ZTE Blade V50S 2023?
The Samsung Galaxy A17 leads on camera score (28/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A17 over the ZTE Blade V50S 2023?
The Samsung Galaxy A17 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The ZTE Blade V50S 2023 is a better fit for everyday use.