Samsung Galaxy A17 vs ZTE Libero 5G III
The Samsung Galaxy A17 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G99, while the ZTE Libero 5G III (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 700 (). By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy A17 leads — 27/100 vs 7/100 (a 20-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy A17 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4120); the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the Samsung Galaxy A17 is noticeably lighter (190g vs 207g).
Samsung Galaxy A17
ZTE Libero 5G III
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4120 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Lighter: 190g vs 207g
- Better camera (28/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (37/100 vs 15/100)
- Better display (50/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (62/100 vs 41/100)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
- Overall rating 7/100
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A17 vs the ZTE Libero 5G III, the Samsung Galaxy A17 scores 20 points higher (27/100 vs 7/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 leads (28/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 leads (37/100 vs 15/100). 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, the Samsung Galaxy A17 significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (50/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 notably outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (28/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 notably outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (37/100 vs 15/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 notably outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (62/100 vs 41/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (100/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A17 | ZTE Libero 5G III | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G99 | MediaTek Dimensity 700 () | |
| AnTuTu | 602971 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 760 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1890 | — | |
| Display | 6.7" Super AMOLED | 6.7" OLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4120 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 13 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 5 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | — | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 64GB | |
| OS | Android 15 / One UI 7 | Android 12 Snow Cone | |
| Brightness (peak) | 800 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | — | |
| Dimensions | 164.4×77.9×7.5 mm | 78.0×168.0×9.1 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 207 g | |
| Price | $147 | — |
Samsung Galaxy A17
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 13MP
ZTE Libero 5G III
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy A17
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
ZTE Libero 5G III
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: —
Samsung Galaxy A17
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
ZTE Libero 5G III
- 4120 mAh
- No wireless charging
ZTE Libero 5G III
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (50/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 notably outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (28/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 notably outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (37/100 vs 15/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 notably outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (62/100 vs 41/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (100/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A17 or the ZTE Libero 5G III?
The Samsung Galaxy A17 significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III by 20 points (27/100 vs 7/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A17 and the ZTE Libero 5G III?
The Samsung Galaxy A17 has a MobileRank rating of 27/100, the ZTE Libero 5G III — 7/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A17 or the ZTE Libero 5G III?
The Samsung Galaxy A17 leads on camera score (28/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A17 over the ZTE Libero 5G III?
The Samsung Galaxy A17 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The ZTE Libero 5G III is a better fit for everyday use.