Samsung Galaxy A17 5G vs Samsung Galaxy M17 5G
₹8,000 apart. Here is what actually separates them.
Which one should you buy?
The Galaxy M17 5G starts ₹8,000 lower: ₹19,999 against ₹27,999 for the Galaxy A17 5G.
The Galaxy M17 5G is the easy pick: it wins on the lower price.
Every spec, lined up
Spec score
Display
Performance
Camera
Battery
Build and connectivity
Availability
Versions and prices
- 6GB + 128GB₹27,999
- 8GB + 128GB₹30,999
- 8GB + 256GB₹36,499
- 4GB + 128GB₹19,999
- 6GB + 128GB₹22,999
Prices in India as we last checked them. Sales and bank offers change them often, so check before you buy.
Galaxy A17 5G vs Galaxy M17 5G, answered
In India, the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G starts at ₹27,999 and the Samsung Galaxy M17 5G starts at ₹19,999.
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Which is cheaper, the Galaxy A17 5G or the Galaxy M17 5G?
The Galaxy M17 5G, by ₹8,000. Starting prices: ₹19,999 for the Galaxy M17 5G, ₹27,999 for the Galaxy A17 5G. The Galaxy A17 5G comes in 3 versions, up to ₹36,499. The Galaxy M17 5G comes in 2 versions, up to ₹22,999.
Which has the bigger battery, the Galaxy A17 5G or the Galaxy M17 5G?
Neither: both have 5,000 mAh. Both charge at 25W. Battery life also depends on the chip and the software, so treat these as a starting point.
Which has the better display?
On paper they are close. Both have a 6.7-inch Super AMOLED at 90Hz.
Which has the better camera?
The main cameras are 50MP main (f/1.8, OIS) on the Galaxy A17 5G and 50MP main (f/1.8, OIS) on the Galaxy M17 5G. A spec sheet can't show how the photos look, so read a review before you decide on the camera alone.
Which processors do they use?
Both use the Exynos 1330, so expect much the same speed.
Which gets more software updates?
Neither: both are promised 6 OS updates.
Which is better protected against water?
Neither: both are rated IP54. Still, no phone is fully waterproof, so keep them out of the pool.
Which is lighter?
They weigh about the same: 192 g and 192 g.
