Samsung Galaxy A17 vs ZTE V40 Pro
The Samsung Galaxy A17 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G99, while the ZTE V40 Pro (2022) runs on the Unisoc Tiger T618. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy A17 leads — 27/100 vs 22/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the ZTE V40 Pro has the bigger battery (5100 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Samsung Galaxy A17 has NFC for contactless payments, the ZTE V40 Pro doesn't.
Samsung Galaxy A17
ZTE V40 Pro
- Better display (50/100 vs 0/100)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
- Bigger battery: 5100 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 65W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Better camera (37/100 vs 28/100)
- Longer battery life (50/100 vs 37/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A17 vs the ZTE V40 Pro, the Samsung Galaxy A17 scores 5 points higher (27/100 vs 22/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE V40 Pro leads (50/100 vs 37/100). 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 V40 Pro (50/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE V40 Pro is a bit better (37/100 vs 28/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE V40 Pro is a bit better (50/100 vs 37/100). In the "design" category, both devices are on the same level — 62/100. In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 significantly outperforms the ZTE V40 Pro (100/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A17 | ZTE V40 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G99 | Unisoc Tiger T618 | |
| AnTuTu | 602971 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 760 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1890 | — | |
| Display | 6.7" Super AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5100 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 65W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 5 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 6GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 15 / One UI 7 | Android 11 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 800 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP54 | — | |
| Dimensions | 164.4×77.9×7.5 mm | 163.9×76.2×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 190 g | |
| Price | $147 | — |
Samsung Galaxy A17
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 13MP
ZTE V40 Pro
- Main: 64MP
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy A17
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
ZTE V40 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: —
Samsung Galaxy A17
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
ZTE V40 Pro
- 5100 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- No wireless charging
ZTE V40 Pro
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 V40 Pro (50/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the ZTE V40 Pro is a bit better (37/100 vs 28/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the ZTE V40 Pro is a bit better (50/100 vs 37/100).
design
In the "design" category, both devices are on the same level — 62/100.
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 significantly outperforms the ZTE V40 Pro (100/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A17 or the ZTE V40 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy A17 edges out the ZTE V40 Pro by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A17 and the ZTE V40 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy A17 has a MobileRank rating of 27/100, the ZTE V40 Pro — 22/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A17 or the ZTE V40 Pro?
The ZTE V40 Pro leads on camera score (37/100 vs 28/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A17 over the ZTE V40 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy A17 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The ZTE V40 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.