Apple iPhone SE (2020) vs Samsung Galaxy A17
Our verdict: Add up the full contract cost and the Samsung Galaxy A17 comes in £68.00 cheaper than the Apple iPhone SE (2020). Visuals favour the Samsung Galaxy A17 — it's both bigger at 6.7" and sharper at 385 PPI. For photography, the Samsung Galaxy A17 leads with a 50MP main camera. If selfies matter, the Samsung Galaxy A17 leads with a 13MP front-facing lens.
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Apple iPhone SE (2020)
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Samsung Galaxy A17
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| Expert Rating | 4.2 25 reviews |
3.4 5 reviews |
| Screen | 4.7" | 6.7" |
| Display | Retina HD display | Super AMOLED |
| Resolution | 1334 x 750 | 1080 x 2340 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 326 | 385 |
| Rear Camera | 12 Megapixels | 50 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 7 Megapixels | 13 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Apple A13 Bionic (7 nm+) | Exynos 1330 (5 nm) |
| Storage | 64GB, 128GB, 256GB | 128GB |
| OS | Apple iOS | Android |
| SIM Type | Nano SIM | nano-SIM and e-SIM |
| Connectivity | Up to 4G | Up to 5G |
| Wi-Fi | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac |
| Bluetooth | 5.0 with A2DP, LE | 5.3 with A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 138.4 x 67.3 x 7.3 mm | 164.4 x 77.9 x 7.5 mm |
| Weight | 148 grams | 192 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP67 - Dust and water resistant | IP54, dust and splash resistant |
| Contracts |
£12.95/mo
£9.00 upfront |
£5.00/mo
£125.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £62.99 | £139.00 |
| Deals | Deals |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Apple iPhone SE (2020) or Samsung Galaxy A17 cheaper on contract?
Based on total cost of ownership, the Samsung Galaxy A17 is cheaper on contract at £251.80 over the life of the deal from £5.00 per month with £125.00 upfront.
Which has the better screen, the Apple iPhone SE (2020) or Samsung Galaxy A17?
The Samsung Galaxy A17 has the bigger screen at 6.7" compared to the Apple iPhone SE (2020)'s 4.7", the Samsung Galaxy A17 has the sharper display at 385 pixels per inch versus 326, and the Apple iPhone SE (2020) uses a Retina HD display panel while the Samsung Galaxy A17 has a Super AMOLED.
Which has the better camera, the Apple iPhone SE (2020) or Samsung Galaxy A17?
The Apple iPhone SE (2020) features a 12 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy A17 has a 50 Megapixels rear camera. Both devices also have front-facing cameras for selfies and video calls.
Which is cheaper to buy SIM-free, the Apple iPhone SE (2020) or Samsung Galaxy A17?
The Apple iPhone SE (2020) is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £62.99.
What storage options are available for the Apple iPhone SE (2020) and Samsung Galaxy A17?
The Apple iPhone SE (2020) is available in 64GB, 128GB, 256GB, while the Samsung Galaxy A17 comes in 128GB.
What processors do the Apple iPhone SE (2020) and Samsung Galaxy A17 use?
The Apple iPhone SE (2020) is powered by the Apple A13 Bionic (7 nm+), while the Samsung Galaxy A17 uses the Exynos 1330 (5 nm).
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Apple iPhone SE (2020) or Samsung Galaxy A17?
The Apple iPhone SE (2020) is the more portable of the two — it's 44g lighter at 148 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 138.4 x 67.3 x 7.3 mm.
Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone SE (2020) or Samsung Galaxy A17?
The Apple iPhone SE (2020) is rated IP67 - Dust and water resistant, while the Samsung Galaxy A17 is rated IP54, dust and splash resistant.
What operating system do the Apple iPhone SE (2020) and Samsung Galaxy A17 run?
The Apple iPhone SE (2020) runs Apple iOS and the Samsung Galaxy A17 runs Android. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.