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.

The Samsung Galaxy A17 edges out the ZTE V40 Pro by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A17
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 28
Battery 37
Design 62
Value for money 100
ZTE V40 Pro
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 37
Battery 50
Design 62
Value for money 55
What makes Samsung Galaxy A17 better?

  • Better display (50/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
What makes ZTE V40 Pro better?
  • 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)
Comparison verdict

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).

Samsung Galaxy A17: The Samsung Galaxy A17 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
ZTE V40 Pro: The ZTE V40 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
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
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A17
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 5MP
  • Front: 13MP
28
camera
ZTE V40 Pro
  • Main: 64MP
  • Front: 16MP
37
camera
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A17
  • 6.7" Super AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2340
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
ZTE V40 Pro
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy A17
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 25W
  • No wireless charging
37
battery
ZTE V40 Pro
  • 5100 mAh
  • Wired: 65W
  • No wireless charging
50
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Samsung Galaxy A17
$147
ZTE V40 Pro
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

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).

Frequently asked questions
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.