HONOR 600 Smart vs Samsung Galaxy A17 4G
The A17 4G is the cheaper one to own: around £295 over a typical contract, £36 less than the 600 Smart.
Prices updated 6 August 2026
HONOR 600 Smart
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Samsung Galaxy A17 4G
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| Screen | 6.87" | 6.7" |
| Display | IPS LCD, 120Hz, 1020 nits (peak) | Super AMOLED |
| Resolution | 720 x 1592 | 1080 x 2340 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 254 | 385 |
| Rear Camera | 50 Megapixels | 50 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 16 Megapixels | 13 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Qualcomm SM4450-AF Snapdragon 4 Gen 4 | Exynos 1330 (5 nm) |
| Battery | 7,700 mAh | 5,000 mAh |
| Storage | 128GB | 128GB |
| OS | Android | Android |
| SIM Type | nano-SIM and e-SIM | nano-SIM and e-SIM |
| Connectivity | Up to 5G | Up to 4G |
| Wi-Fi | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac |
| Bluetooth | Yes | 5.3 with A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 168.3 x 78.5 x 8.3 mm | 164.4 x 77.9 x 7.5 mm |
| Weight | 180 grams | 192 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes) | IP54, dust and splash resistant |
| Contracts |
£11.99/mo
£9.00 upfront |
£9.99/mo
£29.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £247.99 | £137.00 |
| Prices updated 6 August 2026 | ||
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the HONOR 600 Smart or Samsung Galaxy A17 4G cheaper on contract?
Based on total cost of ownership, the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G is cheaper on contract at £294.76 over the life of the deal from £9.99 per month with £29.00 upfront.
Which has the better screen, the HONOR 600 Smart or Samsung Galaxy A17 4G?
The HONOR 600 Smart has the bigger screen at 6.9" compared to the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G's 6.7", the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G has the sharper display at 385 pixels per inch versus 254, and the HONOR 600 Smart uses a IPS LCD, 120Hz, 1020 nits (peak) panel while the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G has a Super AMOLED.
Which has the better camera, the HONOR 600 Smart or Samsung Galaxy A17 4G?
The HONOR 600 Smart features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G 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 HONOR 600 Smart or Samsung Galaxy A17 4G?
The Samsung Galaxy A17 4G is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £137.00.
What storage options are available for the HONOR 600 Smart and Samsung Galaxy A17 4G?
The HONOR 600 Smart is available in 128GB, while the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G comes in 128GB.
What processors do the HONOR 600 Smart and Samsung Galaxy A17 4G use?
The HONOR 600 Smart is powered by the Qualcomm SM4450-AF Snapdragon 4 Gen 4, while the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G uses the Exynos 1330 (5 nm).
Which is easier to carry and hold, the HONOR 600 Smart or Samsung Galaxy A17 4G?
It's a trade-off: the HONOR 600 Smart is lighter but the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G is more compact. It's 12g lighter at 180 grams, though the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G is actually the more compact phone at 164.4 x 77.9 x 7.5 mm, the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G is slimmer at 7.5mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the HONOR 600 Smart or Samsung Galaxy A17 4G?
The HONOR 600 Smart is rated IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes), while the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G is rated IP54, dust and splash resistant.
What operating system do the HONOR 600 Smart and Samsung Galaxy A17 4G run?
Both phones run Android.