HONOR X 5c Plus vs Samsung Galaxy A17
The A17 is the cheaper one to own: around £261 over a typical contract, £41 less than the X 5c Plus.
HONOR X 5c Plus
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Samsung Galaxy A17
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| Screen | 6.74" | 6.7" |
| Display | TFT LCD | Super AMOLED |
| Resolution | 720 x 1600 | 1080 x 2340 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 260 | 385 |
| Rear Camera | 50 Megapixels | 50 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 5 Megapixels | 13 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Mediatek Helio G81 (12 nm) | Exynos 1330 (5 nm) |
| Battery | 5,260 mAh | 5,000 mAh |
| Storage | 64GB, 128GB | 128GB |
| OS | Android 15 | 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 | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac |
| Bluetooth | 5.1, A2DP, LE, aptX HD | 5.3 with A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 167 x 77 x 7.9 mm | 164.4 x 77.9 x 7.5 mm |
| Weight | 186 grams | 192 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes) | IP54, dust and splash resistant |
| Contracts |
£13.00/mo
£0.00 upfront |
£5.00/mo
£125.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £79.00 | £144.99 |
| Deals | Deals |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the HONOR X 5c Plus or Samsung Galaxy A17 cheaper on contract?
Based on total cost of ownership, the Samsung Galaxy A17 is cheaper on contract at £261.00 over the life of the deal from £5.00 per month with £125.00 upfront.
Which has the better screen, the HONOR X 5c Plus or Samsung Galaxy A17?
Both phones have a similar screen size at around 6.7", the Samsung Galaxy A17 has the sharper display at 385 pixels per inch versus 260, and the HONOR X 5c Plus uses a TFT LCD panel while the Samsung Galaxy A17 has a Super AMOLED.
Which has the better camera, the HONOR X 5c Plus or Samsung Galaxy A17?
The HONOR X 5c Plus features a 50 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 HONOR X 5c Plus or Samsung Galaxy A17?
The HONOR X 5c Plus is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £79.00.
What storage options are available for the HONOR X 5c Plus and Samsung Galaxy A17?
The HONOR X 5c Plus is available in 64GB, 128GB, while the Samsung Galaxy A17 comes in 128GB.
What processors do the HONOR X 5c Plus and Samsung Galaxy A17 use?
The HONOR X 5c Plus is powered by the Mediatek Helio G81 (12 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy A17 uses the Exynos 1330 (5 nm).
Which is easier to carry and hold, the HONOR X 5c Plus or Samsung Galaxy A17?
It's a trade-off: the HONOR X 5c Plus is lighter but the Samsung Galaxy A17 is more compact. It's 6g lighter at 186 grams, though the Samsung Galaxy A17 is actually the more compact phone at 164.4 x 77.9 x 7.5 mm, the Samsung Galaxy A17 is slimmer at 7.5mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the HONOR X 5c Plus or Samsung Galaxy A17?
The HONOR X 5c Plus is rated IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes), while the Samsung Galaxy A17 is rated IP54, dust and splash resistant.
What operating system do the HONOR X 5c Plus and Samsung Galaxy A17 run?
The HONOR X 5c Plus runs Android 15 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.