Motorola Moto G35 vs Samsung Galaxy A17 4G
Our verdict: You'll pay £104.20 less overall on contract with the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G than the Motorola Moto G35. If selfies matter, the Motorola Moto G35 leads with a 16MP front-facing lens. If you're accident-prone, the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G offers IP54 splash protection that the Motorola Moto G35 doesn't. If contracts aren't your thing, the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G at £139.00 SIM-free is the cheaper buy.
Motorola Moto G35
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Samsung Galaxy A17 4G
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| Screen | 6.72" | 6.7" |
| Display | IPS LCD | Super AMOLED |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2400 | 1080 x 2340 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 392 | 385 |
| Rear Camera | 50 Megapixels | 50 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 16 Megapixels | 13 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Unisoc T760 (6 nm) | Exynos 1330 (5 nm) |
| Storage | 128GB | 128GB |
| OS | Android | Android |
| SIM Type | Nano 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 | 5.0, A2DP, LE | 5.3 with A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 166.3 x 76 x 7.8 mm | 164.4 x 77.9 x 7.5 mm |
| Weight | 188 grams | 192 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP - Water-repellent coating | IP54, dust and splash resistant |
| Contracts |
£13.00/mo
£9.00 upfront |
£11.95/mo
£0.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £150.00 | £139.00 |
| Deals | Deals |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Motorola Moto G35 or Samsung Galaxy A17 4G cheaper on contract?
Based on total cost of ownership, the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G is cheaper on contract at £256.80 over the life of the deal from £11.95 per month with £0.00 upfront.
Which has the better screen, the Motorola Moto G35 or Samsung Galaxy A17 4G?
Both phones have a similar screen size at around 6.7", both screens are similarly sharp at around 392 pixels per inch, and the Motorola Moto G35 uses a IPS LCD panel while the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G has a Super AMOLED.
Which has the better camera, the Motorola Moto G35 or Samsung Galaxy A17 4G?
The Motorola Moto G35 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 Motorola Moto G35 or Samsung Galaxy A17 4G?
The Samsung Galaxy A17 4G is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £139.00.
What storage options are available for the Motorola Moto G35 and Samsung Galaxy A17 4G?
The Motorola Moto G35 is available in 128GB, while the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G comes in 128GB.
What processors do the Motorola Moto G35 and Samsung Galaxy A17 4G use?
The Motorola Moto G35 is powered by the Unisoc T760 (6 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G uses the Exynos 1330 (5 nm).
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Motorola Moto G35 or Samsung Galaxy A17 4G?
The Motorola Moto G35 is the more portable of the two — it's 4g lighter at 188 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 166.3 x 76 x 7.8 mm.
Which is more water resistant, the Motorola Moto G35 or Samsung Galaxy A17 4G?
The Motorola Moto G35 is rated IP - Water-repellent coating, while the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G is rated IP54, dust and splash resistant.
What operating system do the Motorola Moto G35 and Samsung Galaxy A17 4G run?
Both phones run Android.