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Samsung Galaxy A17 vs Samsung Galaxy A37 vs Samsung Galaxy A17 4G
Comparison between Samsung Galaxy A17, Samsung Galaxy A37 and Samsung Galaxy A17 4G: camera, battery, fast charging, display, performance and colors, side by side. More phones from Samsung.
NeoTeo's verdict
Which of the two is the better buy
The Samsung Galaxy A37 is the choice for the most complete phone: it leads the Galaxy A17 and A17 4G in performance, display, cameras, and connectivity. The Galaxy A17 remains the option for buyers who prioritize rugged construction, while the A17 4G is worth choosing only if it costs less.
The A37 combines an AnTuTu score of 912,055 with 12 GB of RAM, versus 519,526 and 8 GB on the A17 and 463,245 and 8 GB on the A17 4G. It also has a 120 Hz, 1,900-nit display, compared with 90 Hz and 800 nits on both A17 models; usable surface is 89% versus 86%. The A37 adds IP68, while both A17 phones have IP54.
For photography, the A37’s main camera has a 1/1.56″ sensor and 1.12 µm pixels, versus 1/2.76″ and 0.64 µm on both A17 phones; its ultrawide camera is 8 MP, versus 5 MP. Battery endurance is 53 h per cycle versus 43 h for the A17 and 51 h for the A17 4G, while charging reaches 45 W versus 25 W. The A37 also brings Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.4, and 5G; the A17 4G stops at LTE, and the A17 offers Wi-Fi 5 and Bluetooth 5.3.
Samsung Galaxy A17
The Samsung Galaxy A37 is the better buy for performance, with an AnTuTu score of 912,055 and 12 GB of RAM.
Samsung Galaxy A17 4G
The Samsung Galaxy A17 is the better buy only when rugged construction matters more than the A37’s performance, display, and cameras.
The verdict
Your pick: Samsung Galaxy A37, ahead on Design & display, Performance & hardware, Camera, Connectivity and Battery & charging.
| Category | Galaxy A17 | Galaxy A37 | Galaxy A17 4G |
|---|---|---|---|
| Design & display | 6.6 | 7.9 | 6.6 |
| Performance & hardware | 5.4 | 6.4 | 4.3 |
| Camera | 6.1 | 7.5 | 6.1 |
| Connectivity | 6.7 | 8.1 | 6.3 |
| Battery & charging | 5.6 | 5.9 | 5.6 |
Which one is for you?
Samsung Galaxy A17, if you care about…
- Rugged Build
- Yes
- against No · No
Samsung Galaxy A37, if you care about…
- AnTuTu Score
- 912,055
- against 519,526 · 463,245
- RAM Capacity
- 12 GB
- against 8 GB · 8 GB
- Wi-Fi Standards
- Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 6E
- against Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g · Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g
- Bluetooth Version
- Bluetooth 5.4
- against Bluetooth 5.3 · Bluetooth 5.3
Specification comparison
Performance
| Specification | Galaxy A17 | Galaxy A37 | Galaxy A17 4G |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor Model | Samsung Exynos 1330 | Samsung Exynos 1480 | MediaTek Helio G99 |
| Processor Process Size | 5 nm | 4 nm Best value | 6 nm |
| Graphics GPU | Mali-G68 MP2 | Samsung Xclipse 530 | Mali-G57 MC2 |
| Storage Type | UFS 3.1 Best value | UFS 3.1 Best value | UFS 2.2 |
| Maximum CPU Clock | 2.4 GHz | 2.75 GHz Best value | 2.2 GHz |
| Maximum Storage Capacity | 256 GB | 256 GB | 256 GB |
| AnTuTu Score | 519,526 | 912,055 Best value | 463,245 |
| Geekbench 6 Single-Core | 980 | 1,161 Best value | 729 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi-Core | 2,048 | 3,398 Best value | 1,979 |
| CPU Description | Octa-core processor with 2 Cortex-A78 cores at 2.4 GHz and 6 Cortex-A55 cores at 2.0 GHz | Octa-core processor with four 2.75 GHz Cortex-A78 cores and four 2.0 GHz Cortex-A55 cores. | Octa-core CPU with 2 Cortex-A76 cores at 2.2 GHz and 6 Cortex-A55 cores at 2.0 GHz. |
| Processor Type | Octa-Core | Octa-Core | Octa-Core |
| 64-Bit Processor | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| RAM Capacity | 8 GB | 12 GB Best value | 8 GB |
| RAM Type | DDR5 | LPDDR5X Best value | DDR4 |
| Expandable Storage | Yes Best value | No | Yes Best value |
| AnTuTu version | v11 | v11 | v11 |
| 3DMark Wild Life Extreme | 365 | 1,035 Best value | — |
Design
| Specification | Galaxy A17 | Galaxy A37 | Galaxy A17 4G |
|---|---|---|---|
| Body Colors | Black, Grey, Blue | Black, Grey, Green, White, Purple, Lavender | Black, Grey, Blue, Silver |
| Body Thickness | 7.5 mm | 7.4 mm Best value | 7.5 mm |
| Body Width | 77.9 mm | 78.2 mm | 77.9 mm |
| Body Height | 164.4 mm | 162.9 mm | 164.4 mm |
| Weight | 192 g | 196 g | 190 g Best value |
| Usable Surface | 86 % | 89 % Best value | 86 % |
| Body Materials | Glass, Plastic | Glass, Plastic | Glass, Plastic |
| Resistance Features | IP54 | IP68 Best value | IP54 |
| Waterproof Depth | — | 1.5 m | — |
| Drop Resistance Class | B | B | B |
| Repairability Class | C | C | C |
| Rugged Build | Yes Best value | No | No |
| Drop Test Count | 180 | 180 | 180 |
Battery
| Specification | Galaxy A17 | Galaxy A37 | Galaxy A17 4G |
|---|---|---|---|
| Battery Efficiency Rating | B | A Best value | A Best value |
| Battery Capacity | 5,000 mAh | 5,000 mAh | 5,000 mAh |
| Battery Type | Li-Ion | Li-Ion | Li-Polymer |
| Fast Charge Power | 25 W | 45 W Best value | 25 W |
| Battery Features | Fast Charging, Non-Removable, Battery Level Indicator, Rechargeable | Fast Charging, Non-Removable, Rechargeable, Battery Level Indicator | Non-Removable, Fast Charging, Rechargeable, Battery Level Indicator |
| Battery Endurance | 43 h | 53 h Best value | 51 h |
| Charge cycles | 1,200 | 1,200 | 1,200 |
Display
| Specification | Galaxy A17 | Galaxy A37 | Galaxy A17 4G |
|---|---|---|---|
| Display Aspect Ratio | 19.5:9 | 19.5:9 | 19.5:9 |
| Display Technology | Super AMOLED | Super AMOLED | Super AMOLED |
| Peak Display Brightness | 800 nits | 1,900 nits Best value | 800 nits |
| Display Diagonal | 6.7″ | 6.7″ | 6.7″ |
| Display Horizontal Resolution | 1,080 px | 1,080 px | 1,080 px |
| Display Vertical Resolution | 2,340 px | 2,340 px | 2,340 px |
| Display Pixel Density | 385 ppi | 385 ppi | 385 ppi |
| Display Refresh Rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz Best value | 90 Hz |
| Display Features | Mohs Level 5, Water Drop Notch, Scratch Resistant, Capacitive Touch, Multi-Touch, Frameless, Always-On Display | Gorilla Glass Victus+, Mohs Level 5, Always-On Display, Hole-Punch Notch, Capacitive Touch, Multi-Touch, Scratch Resistant, Frameless, 120Hz | Gorilla Glass Victus+, Mohs Level 5, Water Drop Notch, Scratch Resistant, Capacitive Touch, Multi-Touch, Frameless, Always-On Display |
Sensors
| Specification | Galaxy A17 | Galaxy A37 | Galaxy A17 4G |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fingerprint Sensor Placement | Side | Under Display | Side |
Sensor
| Specification | Galaxy A17 | Galaxy A37 | Galaxy A17 4G |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sensor Features | Fingerprint Sensor, Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Compass, Light Sensor, Virtual Proximity Sensing | Fingerprint Sensor, Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Compass, Light Sensor, Virtual Proximity Sensing | Fingerprint Sensor, Accelerometer, Compass, Light Sensor, Virtual Proximity Sensing, Gyroscope |
Software
| Specification | Galaxy A17 | Galaxy A37 | Galaxy A17 4G |
|---|---|---|---|
| Operating System | Android 15 | Android 16 | Android 15 |
| OS Family | Android | Android | Android |
| OS Version | 15 | 16 Best value | 15 |
| OS Update Support | 6 years | 6 years | 6 years |
| Google Services | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Widevine L1 | — | Yes | — |
Connectivity
| Specification | Galaxy A17 | Galaxy A37 | Galaxy A17 4G |
|---|---|---|---|
| SIM Configurations | Single Nano-SIM, Nano-SIM + eSIM, Dual Nano-SIM, Dual SIM Dual Standby | Nano-SIM + eSIM, Dual Nano-SIM + eSIM, Dual SIM Dual Standby Best value | Single Nano-SIM, Dual Nano-SIM, Dual SIM Dual Standby |
| Cellular Bands | 2G GSM 850, 2G GSM 900, 2G GSM 1800, 2G GSM 1900, 3G UMTS 1700 AWS, 3G UMTS 1900, 3G UMTS 2100, 3G UMTS B850, 3G UMTS B900, 4G LTE B1, 4G LTE B2, 4G LTE B3, 4G LTE B4, 4G LTE B5, 4G LTE B7, 4G LTE B8, 4G LTE B12, 4G LTE B17, 4G LTE B20, 4G LTE B28A, 4G LTE B28B, 4G LTE B38, 4G LTE B40, 4G LTE B41, 4G LTE B66, 5G NR n1, 5G NR n3, 5G NR n5, 5G NR n7, 5G NR n8, 5G NR n20, 5G NR n28a, 5G NR n28b, 5G NR n38, 5G NR n40, 5G NR n41, 5G NR n66, 5G NR n77, 5G NR n78 | 2G GSM 850, 2G GSM 900, 2G GSM 1800, 2G GSM 1900, 3G UMTS B1, 3G UMTS B2, 3G UMTS B3, 3G UMTS B4, 3G UMTS B5, 3G UMTS B8, 3G UMTS 1700 AWS, 4G LTE B1, 4G LTE B2, 4G LTE B3, 4G LTE B4, 4G LTE B5, 4G LTE B7, 4G LTE B8, 4G LTE B12, 4G LTE B17, 4G LTE B20, 4G LTE B25, 4G LTE B26, 4G LTE B28A, 4G LTE B28B, 4G LTE B32, 4G LTE B38, 4G LTE B40, 4G LTE B41, 4G LTE B66, 5G NR n1, 5G NR n3, 5G NR n5, 5G NR n7, 5G NR n8, 5G NR n20, 5G NR n28a, 5G NR n28b, 5G NR n38, 5G NR n40, 5G NR n41, 5G NR n66, 5G NR n77, 5G NR n78 | 2G GSM 850, 2G GSM 900, 2G GSM 1800, 2G GSM 1900, 3G UMTS B1, 3G UMTS B2, 3G UMTS B4, 3G UMTS B5, 3G UMTS B8, 3G UMTS B850, 3G UMTS B900, 3G UMTS 1700 AWS, 3G UMTS 1900, 3G UMTS 2100, 4G LTE B1, 4G LTE B2, 4G LTE B3, 4G LTE B4, 4G LTE B5, 4G LTE B7, 4G LTE B8, 4G LTE B12, 4G LTE B13, 4G LTE B17, 4G LTE B18, 4G LTE B20, 4G LTE B26, 4G LTE B28A, 4G LTE B28B, 4G LTE B38, 4G LTE B40, 4G LTE B41, 4G LTE B66 |
| Cellular Technologies | GSM, HSPA, LTE, 5G Best value | GSM, HSPA, LTE, 5G Best value | GSM, HSPA, LTE |
| Wi-Fi Standards | Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g | Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 6E Best value | Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g |
| Wi-Fi Features | Dual Band, Wi-Fi Hotspot, Wi-Fi Direct, Wi-Fi Display | Dual Band, Wi-Fi Hotspot, Wi-Fi Direct, Wi-Fi Display, MIMO | Dual Band, Wi-Fi Hotspot, Wi-Fi Direct, Wi-Fi Display |
| Bluetooth Version | Bluetooth 5.3 | Bluetooth 5.4 Best value | Bluetooth 5.3 |
| Bluetooth Profiles | A2DP, LE, EDR, HID | A2DP, LE | A2DP, LE |
| Navigation Systems | GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo, QZSS | GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo, QZSS | GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo, QZSS |
| Connectivity Features | Virtual Proximity Sensing, NFC, USB Type-C, USB 2.0, USB Charging, USB Mass Storage, USB Host 2.0, USB Host, USB OTG, Computer Sync, OTA Sync, Tethering, VoLTE | Virtual Proximity Sensing, NFC, USB Type-C, USB 2.0, USB OTG, USB Charging, USB Mass Storage, USB Host 2.0, USB Host, Computer Sync, OTA Sync, Tethering, VoLTE, eSIM | Virtual Proximity Sensing, NFC, FM Radio, USB Type-C, USB 2.0, USB OTG, USB Host 2.0, USB Charging, USB Mass Storage, 3.5 mm Audio Jack, Computer Sync, OTA Sync, Tethering, VoLTE |
| USB Version | USB 2.0 | USB 2.0 | USB 2.0 |
| SAR American Head | 0.46 W/kg Best value | 0.81 W/kg | — |
| SAR American Body | 0.32 W/kg Best value | 1.17 W/kg | — |
| SAR (EU) head | 0.67 W/kg | 0.72 W/kg | 0.37 W/kg Best value |
| SAR (EU) body | 0.972 W/kg Best value | 1.14 W/kg | 1.18 W/kg |
| Max. download speed | 2,550 Mbps | 3,790 Mbps Best value | 650 Mbps |
| Max. upload speed | 1,280 Mbps Best value | 1,280 Mbps Best value | 150 Mbps |
Audio
| Specification | Galaxy A17 | Galaxy A37 | Galaxy A17 4G |
|---|---|---|---|
| Microphone Count | 2 | — | 2 |
| Audio Features | A2DP, LE, Stereo Speakers, EDR, HID | Stereo Speakers, Dolby Atmos, Hi-Res Audio | A2DP, LE, Stereo Speakers |
Technical
| Specification | Galaxy A17 | Galaxy A37 | Galaxy A17 4G |
|---|---|---|---|
| Model numbers | SM-A176B, SM-A176B/DS | SM-A376E, SM-A376E/DS, SM-A376B, SM-A376B/DS, SM-A376U, SM-A376U1, SM-A376W, SM-A3760 | SM-A175F, SM-A175F/DS, SM-A175M, SM-A175M/DS, SM-A175F/DSB |
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