OPPO A 6 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy A17

Our Verdict: With Samsung Galaxy A17 versus OPPO A 6 Pro, the stronger argument is display quality. The OPPO has the useful edge there with its AMOLED panel, a larger 7,000 mAh battery, and 128GB to 256GB storage. The Samsung still has a role if you prefer its Super AMOLED panel. A bigger mAh figure is useful context, but real battery life still depends on software and chipset efficiency. The OPPO is the stronger choice for display quality, with the Samsung better suited to simplicity.

Over a full contract, the A17 works out around £261 all-in, about £104 less than the A5 2020 6 Pro.

Screen
6.57" 6.7"
Display
AMOLED Super AMOLED
Resolution
1080 x 2372 1080 x 2340
Pixels Per Inch
397 385
Rear Camera
50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
16 Megapixels 13 Megapixels
Chipset
Mediatek Dimensity 6300 (6 nm) Exynos 1330 (5 nm)
Battery
7,000 mAh 5,000 mAh
Storage
128GB, 256GB 128GB
OS
Android Android
SIM Type
Nano SIM + Nano SIM nano-SIM and e-SIM
Connectivity
Up to 5G Up to 5G
Wi-Fi
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
Bluetooth
5.4, A2DP, LE, aptX HD 5.3 with A2DP, LE
Dimensions
158.2 x 75 x 8 mm 164.4 x 77.9 x 7.5 mm
Weight
185 grams 192 grams
Water Resistance
IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min) IP54, dust and splash resistant
Contracts
£9.99/mo (£99.00 upfront) £5.00/mo (£125.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£247.00 £159.00
OPPO A 6 Pro OPPO A 6 Pro Samsung Galaxy A17 Samsung Galaxy A17
Screen 6.57" 6.7"
Display AMOLED Super AMOLED
Resolution 1080 x 2372 1080 x 2340
Pixels Per Inch 397 385
Rear Camera 50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 16 Megapixels 13 Megapixels
Chipset Mediatek Dimensity 6300 (6 nm) Exynos 1330 (5 nm)
Battery 7,000 mAh 5,000 mAh
Storage 128GB, 256GB 128GB
OS Android Android
SIM Type Nano SIM + Nano SIM nano-SIM and e-SIM
Connectivity Up to 5G Up to 5G
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
Bluetooth 5.4, A2DP, LE, aptX HD 5.3 with A2DP, LE
Dimensions 158.2 x 75 x 8 mm 164.4 x 77.9 x 7.5 mm
Weight 185 grams 192 grams
Water Resistance IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min) IP54, dust and splash resistant
Contracts £9.99/mo
£99.00 upfront
£5.00/mo
£125.00 upfront
SIM-free £247.00 £159.00
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OPPO A 6 Pro
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Samsung Galaxy A17
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the OPPO A 6 Pro 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 OPPO A 6 Pro or Samsung Galaxy A17?

The Samsung Galaxy A17 has the bigger screen at 6.7" compared to the OPPO A 6 Pro's 6.6", the OPPO A 6 Pro has the sharper display at 397 pixels per inch versus 385, and the OPPO A 6 Pro uses a AMOLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy A17 has a Super AMOLED.

Which has the better camera, the OPPO A 6 Pro or Samsung Galaxy A17?

The OPPO A 6 Pro 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 OPPO A 6 Pro or Samsung Galaxy A17?

The Samsung Galaxy A17 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £159.00.

What storage options are available for the OPPO A 6 Pro and Samsung Galaxy A17?

The OPPO A 6 Pro is available in 128GB, 256GB, while the Samsung Galaxy A17 comes in 128GB.

What processors do the OPPO A 6 Pro and Samsung Galaxy A17 use?

The OPPO A 6 Pro is powered by the Mediatek Dimensity 6300 (6 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy A17 uses the Exynos 1330 (5 nm).

Which is easier to carry and hold, the OPPO A 6 Pro or Samsung Galaxy A17?

The OPPO A 6 Pro is the more portable of the two: it's 7g lighter at 185 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 158.2 x 75 x 8 mm, the Samsung Galaxy A17 is slimmer at 7.5mm thick.

Which is more water resistant, the OPPO A 6 Pro or Samsung Galaxy A17?

The OPPO A 6 Pro is rated IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min), while the Samsung Galaxy A17 is rated IP54, dust and splash resistant.

What operating system do the OPPO A 6 Pro and Samsung Galaxy A17 run?

Both phones run Android.