HONOR 600 Smart vs Samsung Galaxy A17 4G

Our Verdict: For Samsung Galaxy A17 4G versus HONOR 600 Smart, the recommendation depends mostly on what you want from the hardware. The Samsung is ahead for display quality, with a sharper 385 PPI display and its Super AMOLED panel; the HONOR is the better match for a larger 7,700 mAh battery and a lighter 180g body. A bigger mAh figure is useful context, but real battery life still depends on software and chipset efficiency. The Samsung is the better fit for display quality, while the HONOR is the one to consider for portability.

The A17 4G is the cheaper one to own: around £285 over a typical contract, £96 less than the 600 Smart.

HONOR 600 Smart HONOR 600 Smart vs Samsung Galaxy A17 4G Samsung Galaxy A17 4G
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
£13.99/mo (£9.00 upfront) £12.00/mo (£69.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£249.00 £79.00
Deals Deals
HONOR 600 Smart HONOR 600 Smart Samsung Galaxy A17 4G Samsung Galaxy A17 4G
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 £13.99/mo
£9.00 upfront 		£12.00/mo
£69.00 upfront
SIM-free £249.00 £79.00
Deals Deals

Cheapest Deals

HONOR 600 Smart
HONOR 600 Smart

24 Months

128GB

Velvet Black

Unlimited

Data

Unlimited

Unlimited

£13.99 per month, £9 upfront.

Samsung Galaxy A17 4G
Samsung Galaxy A17 4G

18 Months

128GB

Black

50GB

Data

Unlimited

Unlimited

£12 per month, £69 upfront.

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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 £285.00 over the life of the deal from £12.00 per month with £69.00 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 £79.00.

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.