Samsung Galaxy F17 vs Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
The Samsung Galaxy F17 (2025) runs on the Exynos 1330, while the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $185 and $1099. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads — 75/100 vs 46/100 (a 29-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy F17 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 3900); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is faster in AnTuTu (3,034,849 vs 607,489); the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is noticeably lighter (163g vs 192g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy F17
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
What makes Samsung Galaxy F17 better?
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 3900 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $185 vs $1099
- Longer battery life (44/100 vs 29/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3034849 vs 607489
- Better Geekbench Single: 2970 vs 960
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9490 vs 1826
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Lighter: 163g vs 192g
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 46/100)
- Better camera (73/100 vs 33/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 67/100)
- Better portability (97/100 vs 69/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy F17 vs the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge scores 29 points higher (75/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads (91/100 vs 46/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads (73/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy F17 leads (44/100 vs 29/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy F17 — 56/100, Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge — 60/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy F17 (91/100 vs 46/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy F17 (89/100 vs 67/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy F17 (73/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy F17 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (44/100 vs 29/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy F17 (97/100 vs 69/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy F17 | Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Exynos 1330 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 607489 | 3034849 | |
| Geekbench Single | 960 | 2970 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1826 | 9490 | |
| Display | 6.7" Super AMOLED | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 3900 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 140 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 5 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15, up to 6 major Android upgrades, One UI 7 | Android 15 / One UI 7 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1100 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 164.4×77.9×7.5 mm | 158.2×75.6×5.8 mm | |
| Weight | 192 g | 163 g | |
| Launch price | $185 | $1099 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy F17
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 13MP
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy F17
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy F17
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- 3900 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy F17 and Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads Samsung Galaxy F17 by 80.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $914. Samsung Galaxy F17 was $914 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy F17 (91/100 vs 46/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy F17 (89/100 vs 67/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy F17 (73/100 vs 33/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy F17 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (44/100 vs 29/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy F17 (97/100 vs 69/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy F17 or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy F17 by 29 points (75/100 vs 46/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy F17 and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy F17 has a MobileRank rating of 46/100, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy F17 or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads on camera score (73/100 vs 33/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy F17 or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads on performance (91/100 vs 46/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy F17 over the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is a better fit for gamers and power users.