Side-by-side technical data
Samsung Galaxy A17 vs Samsung Galaxy A56 vs Samsung Galaxy A17 4G
Comparison between Samsung Galaxy A17, Samsung Galaxy A56 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 A56 is the choice for higher performance, a smoother display, and better cameras. The Galaxy A17 trails in power but adds a rugged build and expandable storage; the Galaxy A17 4G is the buy only if it costs less.
The A56 starts ahead with its display: 1,900 nits and 120 Hz versus 800 nits and 90 Hz on both the A17 and A17 4G. It also brings IP67, class A drop resistance, and 270 drop tests, against IP54, class B, and 180 tests on the other two. The A17 keeps the rugged build, while the A17 4G weighs 190 g versus 192 g and 198 g.
For performance, the A56 combines the Samsung Exynos 1580, 12 GB of RAM, and an AnTuTu score of 1,257,856; the A17 uses Exynos 1330 and 8 GB, while the A17 4G has MediaTek Helio G99 and 8 GB. The A56’s main camera has a 1/1.56″ sensor and 4K video, versus 1/2.76″ and 1080p on both A17 models. The A56 charges at 45 W and retains 5G and Wi-Fi 6E; the A17 4G delivers 51 h per cycle versus 43 h and 44 h.
Samsung Galaxy A17
The Samsung Galaxy A17 suits those wanting a rugged build and expandable storage.
Samsung Galaxy A17 4G
The Samsung Galaxy A17 4G suits those prioritizing 51 h per cycle, but it is worth choosing only if it costs less.
The verdict
Your pick: Samsung Galaxy A56, ahead on Design & display, Performance & hardware, Camera, Connectivity and Battery & charging.
| Category | Galaxy A17 | Galaxy A56 | Galaxy A17 4G |
|---|---|---|---|
| Design & display | 6.6 | 7.9 | 6.6 |
| Performance & hardware | 5.4 | 6.6 | 4.3 |
| Camera | 6.1 | 7.5 | 6.1 |
| Connectivity | 6.7 | 8.0 | 6.3 |
| Battery & charging | 5.6 | 5.9 | 5.6 |
Which one is for you?
Samsung Galaxy A17, if you care about…
- RAM Type
- DDR5
- against LPDDR4X · DDR4
- Rugged Build
- Yes
- against No · No
Samsung Galaxy A56, if you care about…
- AnTuTu Score
- 1,257,856
- 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
- Display Refresh Rate
- 120 Hz
- against 90 Hz · 90 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A17 4G, if you care about…
- Battery Efficiency Rating
- A
- against B · B
- Battery Endurance
- 51 h
- against 43 h · 44 h
Specification comparison
Performance
| Specification | Galaxy A17 | Galaxy A56 | Galaxy A17 4G |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor Model | Samsung Exynos 1330 | Samsung Exynos 1580 | MediaTek Helio G99 |
| Processor Process Size | 5 nm | 4 nm Best value | 6 nm |
| Graphics GPU | Mali-G68 MP2 | Xclipse 540 | Mali-G57 MC2 |
| Storage Type | UFS 3.1 Best value | UFS 3.1 Best value | UFS 2.2 |
| Maximum CPU Clock | 2.4 GHz | 2.9 GHz Best value | 2.2 GHz |
| Maximum Storage Capacity | 256 GB | 256 GB | 256 GB |
| AnTuTu Score | 519,526 | 1,257,856 Best value | 463,245 |
| Geekbench 6 Single-Core | 980 | 1,353 Best value | 729 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi-Core | 2,048 | 3,832 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 CPU with one Cortex-A720 core at 2.9 GHz, three Cortex-A720 cores at 2.6 GHz, and four Cortex-A520 cores at 1.9 GHz. | 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 Best value | LPDDR4X | DDR4 |
| Expandable Storage | Yes Best value | No | Yes Best value |
| AnTuTu version | v11 | v11 | v11 |
| 3DMark Wild Life Extreme | 365 | 1,332 Best value | — |
Design
| Specification | Galaxy A17 | Galaxy A56 | Galaxy A17 4G |
|---|---|---|---|
| Body Colors | Black, Grey, Blue | Pink, Olive, Green, Black, Grey | Black, Grey, Blue, Silver |
| Body Thickness | 7.5 mm | 7.4 mm Best value | 7.5 mm |
| Body Width | 77.9 mm | 77.5 mm | 77.9 mm |
| Body Height | 164.4 mm | 162.2 mm | 164.4 mm |
| Weight | 192 g | 198 g | 190 g Best value |
| Usable Surface | 86 % | 87.7 % Best value | 86 % |
| Body Materials | Glass, Plastic | Glass, Metal Best value | Glass, Plastic |
| Resistance Features | IP54 | IP67 Best value | IP54 |
| Waterproof Depth | — | 1 m | — |
| Drop Resistance Class | B | A Best value | B |
| Repairability Class | C | C | C |
| Rugged Build | Yes Best value | No | No |
| Drop Test Count | 180 | 270 Best value | 180 |
Battery
| Specification | Galaxy A17 | Galaxy A56 | Galaxy A17 4G |
|---|---|---|---|
| Battery Efficiency Rating | B | B | 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 | Non-Removable, Rechargeable, Fast Charging, Battery Level Indicator | Non-Removable, Fast Charging, Rechargeable, Battery Level Indicator |
| Battery Endurance | 43 h | 44 h | 51 h Best value |
| Charge cycles | 1,200 | 2,000 Best value | 1,200 |
Display
| Specification | Galaxy A17 | Galaxy A56 | 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, HDR10+, Hole-Punch Notch, Always-On Display, Scratch Resistant, Capacitive Touch, Multi-Touch, Frameless | Gorilla Glass Victus+, Mohs Level 5, Water Drop Notch, Scratch Resistant, Capacitive Touch, Multi-Touch, Frameless, Always-On Display |
Sensors
| Specification | Galaxy A17 | Galaxy A56 | Galaxy A17 4G |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fingerprint Sensor Placement | Side | Under Display | Side |
Sensor
| Specification | Galaxy A17 | Galaxy A56 | Galaxy A17 4G |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sensor Features | Fingerprint Sensor, Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Compass, Light Sensor, Virtual Proximity Sensing | Fingerprint Sensor, Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Compass, Barometer, Light Sensor, Virtual Proximity Sensing | Fingerprint Sensor, Accelerometer, Compass, Light Sensor, Virtual Proximity Sensing, Gyroscope |
Software
| Specification | Galaxy A17 | Galaxy A56 | Galaxy A17 4G |
|---|---|---|---|
| Operating System | Android 15 | Android 15 | Android 15 |
| OS Family | Android | Android | Android |
| OS Version | 15 | 15 | 15 |
| OS Update Support | 6 years | 6 years | 6 years |
| Google Services | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Connectivity
| Specification | Galaxy A17 | Galaxy A56 | 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 1700 AWS, 3G UMTS B4, 3G UMTS B5, 3G UMTS B8, 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, UMTS, 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 5.3 | 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 Charging, USB Mass Storage, USB OTG, USB Host 2.0, USB Type-C, 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 | 1.32 W/kg | — |
| SAR American Body | 0.32 W/kg Best value | 0.88 W/kg | — |
| SAR (EU) head | 0.67 W/kg | 0.61 W/kg | 0.37 W/kg Best value |
| SAR (EU) body | 0.972 W/kg Best value | 1.05 W/kg | 1.18 W/kg |
| Max. download speed | 2,550 Mbps | 5,100 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 A56 | Galaxy A17 4G |
|---|---|---|---|
| Microphone Count | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Audio Features | A2DP, LE, Stereo Speakers, EDR, HID | A2DP, LE, Stereo Speakers, Dolby Atmos | A2DP, LE, Stereo Speakers |
Technical
| Specification | Galaxy A17 | Galaxy A56 | Galaxy A17 4G |
|---|---|---|---|
| Launch price | — | 445 € | — |
| Model numbers | SM-A176B, SM-A176B/DS | SM-A566V, SM-A566B, SM-A566B/DS, SM-A566E, SM-A566E/DS, SM-A5660, SM-A566U, SM-A566U1, SM-A566W, SM-A566S | SM-A175F, SM-A175F/DS, SM-A175M, SM-A175M/DS, SM-A175F/DSB |
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