HONOR Magic 8 Lite vs Samsung Galaxy A17 4G

Our Verdict: If you are buying the handset outright, Samsung Galaxy A17 4G has the clearer price advantage over HONOR Magic 8 Lite. The comparison shows £109.00 versus £327.00. HONOR Magic 8 Lite answers with the stronger display case, using a 6.79" AMOLED panel at 427 PPI versus Samsung Galaxy A17 4G's 6.7" Super AMOLED screen at 385 PPI. HONOR Magic 8 Lite has the higher-resolution rear camera figure at 108MP versus Samsung Galaxy A17 4G's 50MP, HONOR Magic 8 Lite offers more headroom at up to 512GB rather than Samsung Galaxy A17 4G's 128GB. HONOR Magic 8 Lite lists the larger battery capacity, 7,500 mAh against Samsung Galaxy A17 4G's 5,000 mAh. For most shoppers this points to Samsung Galaxy A17 4G as the value choice, while HONOR Magic 8 Lite is the upgrade pick for screen quality, storage, or software preference.

Over a full contract, the A17 4G works out around £295 all-in, about £92 less than the Magic 8 Lite.

Screen
6.79" 6.7"
Display
AMOLED Super AMOLED
Resolution
1200 x 2640 1080 x 2340
Pixels Per Inch
427 385
Rear Camera
108 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
16 Megapixels 13 Megapixels
Chipset
Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 4 (4 nm) Exynos 1330 (5 nm)
Battery
7,500 mAh 5,000 mAh
Storage
512GB 128GB
OS
Android 15 Android
SIM Type
Nano SIM + Nano SIM nano-SIM and e-SIM
Connectivity
Up to 5G Up to 4G
Wi-Fi
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
Bluetooth
5.2 with A2DP, LE, aptX HD 5.3 with A2DP, LE
Dimensions
161.9 x 76.1 x 7.8 mm 164.4 x 77.9 x 7.5 mm
Weight
189 grams 192 grams
Water Resistance
IP65/68 - Dust and water proof up to 1.5 meters for 30 minutes IP54, dust and splash resistant
Contracts
£13.00/mo (£55.00 upfront) £9.99/mo (£29.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£327.00 £137.00

Prices updated 11 August 2026

HONOR Magic 8 Lite HONOR Magic 8 Lite Samsung Galaxy A17  4G Samsung Galaxy A17 4G
Screen 6.79" 6.7"
Display AMOLED Super AMOLED
Resolution 1200 x 2640 1080 x 2340
Pixels Per Inch 427 385
Rear Camera 108 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 16 Megapixels 13 Megapixels
Chipset Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 4 (4 nm) Exynos 1330 (5 nm)
Battery 7,500 mAh 5,000 mAh
Storage 512GB 128GB
OS Android 15 Android
SIM Type Nano SIM + Nano SIM nano-SIM and e-SIM
Connectivity Up to 5G Up to 4G
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
Bluetooth 5.2 with A2DP, LE, aptX HD 5.3 with A2DP, LE
Dimensions 161.9 x 76.1 x 7.8 mm 164.4 x 77.9 x 7.5 mm
Weight 189 grams 192 grams
Water Resistance IP65/68 - Dust and water proof up to 1.5 meters for 30 minutes IP54, dust and splash resistant
Contracts £13.00/mo
£55.00 upfront
£9.99/mo
£29.00 upfront
SIM-free £327.00 £137.00
Prices updated 11 August 2026
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HONOR Magic 8 Lite
HONOR Magic 8 Lite

24 Months

512GB

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100GB

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£13 per month, £55 upfront.

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Samsung Galaxy A17 4G
Samsung Galaxy A17  4G

24 Months

128GB

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25GB

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£9.99 per month, £29 upfront.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the HONOR Magic 8 Lite 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 Magic 8 Lite or Samsung Galaxy A17 4G?

Both phones have a similar screen size at around 6.8", the HONOR Magic 8 Lite has the sharper display at 427 pixels per inch versus 385, and the HONOR Magic 8 Lite uses a AMOLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G has a Super AMOLED.

Which has the better camera, the HONOR Magic 8 Lite or Samsung Galaxy A17 4G?

The HONOR Magic 8 Lite features a 108 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 Magic 8 Lite 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 Magic 8 Lite and Samsung Galaxy A17 4G?

The HONOR Magic 8 Lite is available in 512GB, while the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G comes in 128GB.

What processors do the HONOR Magic 8 Lite and Samsung Galaxy A17 4G use?

The HONOR Magic 8 Lite is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 4 (4 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G uses the Exynos 1330 (5 nm).

Which is easier to carry and hold, the HONOR Magic 8 Lite or Samsung Galaxy A17 4G?

The HONOR Magic 8 Lite is the more portable of the two: it's 3g lighter at 189 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 161.9 x 76.1 x 7.8 mm.

Which is more water resistant, the HONOR Magic 8 Lite or Samsung Galaxy A17 4G?

The HONOR Magic 8 Lite is rated IP65/68 - Dust and water proof up to 1.5 meters for 30 minutes, while the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G is rated IP54, dust and splash resistant.

What operating system do the HONOR Magic 8 Lite and Samsung Galaxy A17 4G run?

The HONOR Magic 8 Lite runs Android 15 and the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G runs Android. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.