Side-by-side technical data
Samsung Galaxy A17 vs Samsung Galaxy M17
Comparison between Samsung Galaxy A17 and Samsung Galaxy M17: 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 M17 is the better fit for camera and connectivity: it records 4K at 30 fps, while the Galaxy A17 records 1080p at 30 fps, and it adds Wi-Fi 6. The A17 counters with a rugged build and up to 256 GB of storage, compared with 128 GB on the M17.
Both have a 6.7″ Super AMOLED display, but the M17 reaches 1,100 nits versus 800 nits on the A17. They share the Exynos 1330 and a 5,000 mAh battery with 25 W charging; the A17 also supports eSIM.
The A17 suits buyers who want more storage and a rugged build. The M17 is the more complete choice for Wi-Fi 6, higher peak brightness, and 4K video recording.
Samsung Galaxy A17
The Samsung Galaxy A17 is the better buy for buyers who want 256 GB of storage and a rugged build.
Samsung Galaxy M17
The Samsung Galaxy M17 is the better buy for Wi-Fi 6 and 4K video recording at 30 fps.
The verdict
Your pick: Samsung Galaxy M17, ahead on Camera and Connectivity.
| Category | Galaxy A17 | Galaxy M17 |
|---|---|---|
| Design & display | 6.6 | 6.8 |
| Performance & hardware | 5.4 | 5.4 |
| Camera | 6.1 | 7.2 |
| Connectivity | 6.7 | 7.2 |
| Battery & charging | 5.6 | 5.6 |
Which one is for you?
Samsung Galaxy A17, if you care about…
- Maximum Storage Capacity
- 256 GB
- against 128 GB
- Rugged Build
- Yes
- against No
Samsung Galaxy M17, if you care about…
- Wi-Fi Standards
- Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax)
- against Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g
- Peak Display Brightness
- 1,100 nits
- against 800 nits
Specification comparison
Performance
| Specification | Galaxy A17 | Galaxy M17 |
|---|---|---|
| Processor Model | Samsung Exynos 1330 | Samsung Exynos 1330 |
| Processor Process Size | 5 nm | 5 nm |
| Graphics GPU | Mali-G68 MP2 | Mali-G68 MP2 |
| Storage Type | UFS 3.1 | UFS 3.1 |
| Maximum CPU Clock | 2.4 GHz | 2.4 GHz |
| Maximum Storage Capacity | 256 GB Best value | 128 GB |
| AnTuTu Score | 519,526 | 419,526 |
| Geekbench 6 Single-Core | 980 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Multi-Core | 2,048 | — |
| 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 2 Cortex-A78 cores at 2.4 GHz and 6 Cortex-A55 cores at 2.0 GHz. |
| Processor Type | Octa-Core | Octa-Core |
| 64-Bit Processor | Yes | Yes |
| RAM Capacity | 8 GB | 8 GB |
| RAM Type | DDR5 | DDR5 |
| Expandable Storage | Yes | Yes |
| AnTuTu version | v11 | v10 |
| 3DMark Wild Life Extreme | 365 | — |
Design
| Specification | Galaxy A17 | Galaxy M17 |
|---|---|---|
| Body Colors | Black, Grey, Blue | Silver, Black, White, Grey |
| Body Thickness | 7.5 mm | 7.5 mm |
| Body Width | 77.9 mm | 77.9 mm |
| Body Height | 164.4 mm | 164.4 mm |
| Weight | 192 g | 192 g |
| Usable Surface | 86 % | 86 % |
| Body Materials | Glass, Plastic | Glass, Plastic |
| Resistance Features | IP54 | IP54 |
| Drop Resistance Class | B | — |
| Repairability Class | C | — |
| Rugged Build | Yes Best value | No |
| Drop Test Count | 180 | — |
Battery
| Specification | Galaxy A17 | Galaxy M17 |
|---|---|---|
| Battery Efficiency Rating | B | — |
| Battery Capacity | 5,000 mAh | 5,000 mAh |
| Battery Type | Li-Ion | Li-Ion |
| Fast Charge Power | 25 W | 25 W |
| Battery Features | Fast Charging, Non-Removable, Battery Level Indicator, Rechargeable | Fast Charging, Non-Removable, Battery Level Indicator, Rechargeable |
| Battery Endurance | 43 h | — |
| Charge cycles | 1,200 | — |
Display
| Specification | Galaxy A17 | Galaxy M17 |
|---|---|---|
| Display Aspect Ratio | 19.5:9 | 19.5:9 |
| Display Technology | Super AMOLED | Super AMOLED |
| Peak Display Brightness | 800 nits | 1,100 nits Best value |
| Display Diagonal | 6.7″ | 6.7″ |
| Display Horizontal Resolution | 1,080 px | 1,080 px |
| Display Vertical Resolution | 2,340 px | 2,340 px |
| Display Pixel Density | 385 ppi | 385 ppi |
| Display Refresh Rate | 90 Hz | 90 Hz |
| Display Features | Mohs Level 5, Water Drop Notch, Scratch Resistant, Capacitive Touch, Multi-Touch, Frameless, Always-On Display | Water Drop Notch, Scratch Resistant, Capacitive Touch, Multi-Touch, Frameless, Always-On Display |
Sensors
| Specification | Galaxy A17 | Galaxy M17 |
|---|---|---|
| Fingerprint Sensor Placement | Side | Side |
Sensor
| Specification | Galaxy A17 | Galaxy M17 |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor Features | Fingerprint Sensor, Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Compass, Light Sensor, Virtual Proximity Sensing | Fingerprint Sensor, Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Proximity Sensor, Compass, Light Sensor, Virtual Proximity Sensing |
Software
| Specification | Galaxy A17 | Galaxy M17 |
|---|---|---|
| Operating System | Android 15 | Android 15 |
| OS Family | Android | Android |
| OS Version | 15 | 15 |
| OS Update Support | 6 years | 6 years |
| Google Services | Yes | Yes |
Connectivity
| Specification | Galaxy A17 | Galaxy M17 |
|---|---|---|
| SIM Configurations | Single Nano-SIM, Nano-SIM + eSIM, Dual Nano-SIM, Dual SIM Dual Standby | 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 1700 AWS, 3G UMTS B1, 3G UMTS B2, 3G UMTS B3, 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 B26, 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 n28a, 5G NR n28b, 5G NR n38, 5G NR n40, 5G NR n41, 5G NR n66, 5G NR n77, 5G NR n78 |
| Cellular Technologies | GSM, HSPA, LTE, 5G | GSM, HSPA, LTE, 5G |
| 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) Best value |
| 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 |
| Bluetooth Version | Bluetooth 5.3 | Bluetooth 5.3 |
| Bluetooth Profiles | A2DP, LE, EDR, HID | A2DP, LE |
| Navigation Systems | 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 | NFC, USB Type-C, USB 2.0, USB OTG, USB Host 2.0, USB Charging, USB Mass Storage, Computer Sync, OTA Sync, Tethering, VoLTE |
| USB Version | USB 2.0 | USB 2.0 |
| SAR American Head | 0.46 W/kg Best value | 0.64 W/kg |
| SAR American Body | 0.32 W/kg | — |
| SAR (EU) head | 0.67 W/kg | 0.665 W/kg Best value |
| SAR (EU) body | 0.972 W/kg | 0.972 W/kg |
| Max. download speed | 2,550 Mbps | 2,550 Mbps |
| Max. upload speed | 1,280 Mbps | 1,280 Mbps |
Audio
| Specification | Galaxy A17 | Galaxy M17 |
|---|---|---|
| Microphone Count | 2 | — |
| Audio Features | A2DP, LE, Stereo Speakers, EDR, HID | A2DP, LE, Stereo Speakers |
Technical
| Specification | Galaxy A17 | Galaxy M17 |
|---|---|---|
| Model numbers | SM-A176B, SM-A176B/DS | M-M176B, M-M176B/DS |
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