The Galaxy A17 has been generating buzz in tech circles as a potential standout in Samsung’s mid-range lineup.
Based on the information available, the Galaxy A17 promises notable upgrades over its predecessor, the Galaxy A16, but how reliable is the information provided?
Here, we break down what we know so far.
When will the Samsung Galaxy A17 be released?
The Samsung Galaxy A17 is expected to make its debut sometime in 2025. As of now, there is no confirmed release date.
This projected timeline aligns with Samsung’s pattern of releasing updates to its Galaxy A series annually.
The Galaxy A16 launched in October 2024, so a similar release period for the A17 in late 2025 is a plausible expectation.
How much will the Samsung Galaxy A17 cost?
The Galaxy A17 is rumoured to start at approximately $150 (around £118) for the 8GB RAM and 128GB storage variant.
This price point places it squarely in the budget-friendly mid-range category, making it an appealing option for users seeking solid performance without a premium price tag.
However, regional pricing and variations in configuration may lead to slight changes in cost.
What specs and features will the Samsung Galaxy A17 have?
The specs on the Galaxy A17 come from Talibmobile.com. While the site offers detailed information, its reliability as a primary source is uncertain.
Without confirmation directly from Samsung or more established sources, these details should be viewed as speculative.
However, the information aligns reasonably well with Samsung’s general approach to their Galaxy A series, lending some credibility to the provided data.
Design
The Galaxy A17 and A16 have similar builds with a glass front and plastic back and frame.
However, the A17 improves upon its predecessor by offering IP67 dust and water resistance (up to 1m for 30 minutes), while the A16 is only IP54 splash-resistant.
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In terms of dimensions and weight, while the Galaxy A16 is 164.4×77.9×7.9 mm and weighs 200g, the A17’s dimensions and weight are not yet confirmed.
Colour options for the A17 include Black and Blue, while the A16 comes in Midnight Blue, Water Green, and Gray.
Display
The Galaxy A17 has a 6.6-inch Super AMOLED display with a 1080×2340 resolution and 396 PPI density.
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It offers a 120Hz refresh rate and a peak brightness of 1200 nits, which is a significant improvement over the A16’s 6.7-inch Super AMOLED display with a 90Hz refresh rate and a peak brightness of 1000 nits.
Both displays share the same screen-to-body ratio (86%) and resolution but the A17’s higher refresh rate and brightness make it more suitable for smoother animations and better visibility in bright light.
Performance
The Galaxy A17 is powered by the Exynos 1380 chipset (5nm) with an octa-core CPU (4×2.4 GHz Cortex-A78, 4×2 GHz Cortex-A55) and Mali G68 MP5 GPU.
This chipset significantly outperforms the Galaxy A16’s MediaTek Helio G99 (6nm) and Mali G57 MC2 GPU.
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The A17 uses LPDDR5 RAM and UFS 3.1 storage, while the A16 is equipped with LPDDR4X RAM and UFS 2.2 storage.
The A17 achieves an Antutu score of over 5.5 lakh, compared to the A16’s 4.2 lakh, highlighting its better performance.
Cameras
The Galaxy A17 features a triple-camera setup with a 50Mp main camera, 8Mp ultrawide, and a 2Mp macro lens. In comparison, the Galaxy A16 has a 50Mp main, 5Mp ultrawide, and 2Mp macro.
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The A17’s 8MP ultrawide lens provides improved detail and quality. Both phones have a 13Mp front camera.
However, the A17 supports 4K video recording with gyro-EIS and OIS for enhanced stability, while the A16 maxes out at Full HD video recording.
Battery & Charging
The Galaxy A17 boasts a 5500mAh battery compared to the A16’s 5000mAh capacity.
Both phones support 25W fast charging.
Software
The Galaxy A17 runs Android 15 with One UI 7, while the Galaxy A16 operates on Android 14 with One UI 6.1.
This upgrade ensures the A17 benefits from the latest software features, improved user interface, and longer-term software support.
Both phones are expected to receive substantial updates over their lifecycle, but the A17 offers more immediate access to new features and improvements.
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That’s all we currently know about the Galaxy A17. In the meantime, check out recent rumours about the Galaxy S25 series.
