HONOR X 6c vs Samsung Galaxy A17

Our Verdict: With HONOR X 6c versus Samsung Galaxy A17, the stronger argument is display quality. The Samsung has the useful edge there with a sharper 385 PPI display, its Super AMOLED panel, and a higher-resolution 13MP front camera. The HONOR still has a role if you prefer 256GB storage. The Samsung is the stronger choice for display quality, with the HONOR better suited to storage.
HONOR X 6c HONOR X 6c vs Samsung Galaxy A17 Samsung Galaxy A17
Screen
6.61" 6.7"
Display
TFT LCD Super AMOLED
Resolution
720 x 1604 1080 x 2340
Pixels Per Inch
266 385
Rear Camera
50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
5 Megapixels 13 Megapixels
Chipset
Mediatek Helio G81 Ultra (12 nm) Exynos 1330 (5 nm)
Battery
5,300 mAh 5,000 mAh
Storage
256GB 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 with A2DP, LE 5.3 with A2DP, LE
Dimensions
164 x 75.6 x 8.4 mm 164.4 x 77.9 x 7.5 mm
Weight
199 grams 192 grams
Water Resistance
IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes) IP54, dust and splash resistant
Contracts
- £5.00/mo (£125.00 upfront)
SIM-free
- £159.00
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HONOR X 6c HONOR X 6c Samsung Galaxy A17 Samsung Galaxy A17
Screen 6.61" 6.7"
Display TFT LCD Super AMOLED
Resolution 720 x 1604 1080 x 2340
Pixels Per Inch 266 385
Rear Camera 50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 5 Megapixels 13 Megapixels
Chipset Mediatek Helio G81 Ultra (12 nm) Exynos 1330 (5 nm)
Battery 5,300 mAh 5,000 mAh
Storage 256GB 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 with A2DP, LE 5.3 with A2DP, LE
Dimensions 164 x 75.6 x 8.4 mm 164.4 x 77.9 x 7.5 mm
Weight 199 grams 192 grams
Water Resistance IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes) IP54, dust and splash resistant
Contracts - £5.00/mo
£125.00 upfront
SIM-free - £159.00
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which has the better screen, the HONOR X 6c or Samsung Galaxy A17?

Both phones have a similar screen size at around 6.6", the Samsung Galaxy A17 has the sharper display at 385 pixels per inch versus 266, and the HONOR X 6c uses a TFT LCD panel while the Samsung Galaxy A17 has a Super AMOLED.

Which has the better camera, the HONOR X 6c or Samsung Galaxy A17?

The HONOR X 6c 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.

What storage options are available for the HONOR X 6c and Samsung Galaxy A17?

The HONOR X 6c is available in 256GB, while the Samsung Galaxy A17 comes in 128GB.

What processors do the HONOR X 6c and Samsung Galaxy A17 use?

The HONOR X 6c is powered by the Mediatek Helio G81 Ultra (12 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy A17 uses the Exynos 1330 (5 nm).

Which is easier to carry and hold, the HONOR X 6c or Samsung Galaxy A17?

It's a trade-off: the Samsung Galaxy A17 is lighter but the HONOR X 6c is more compact. It's 7g lighter at 192 grams, though the HONOR X 6c is actually the more compact phone at 164 x 75.6 x 8.4 mm, the Samsung Galaxy A17 is slimmer at 7.5mm thick.

Which is more water resistant, the HONOR X 6c or Samsung Galaxy A17?

The HONOR X 6c 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 6c and Samsung Galaxy A17 run?

The HONOR X 6c 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.