OPPO Reno 13 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy A17

Our verdict: Over a typical contract, expect to pay £341.76 less with the Samsung Galaxy A17 than the OPPO Reno 13 Pro. For screen quality, the OPPO Reno 13 Pro leads with a 6.8" display and 450 PPI density. If selfies matter, the OPPO Reno 13 Pro leads with a 50MP front-facing lens. For water protection, the OPPO Reno 13 Pro leads with an IP68 rating.

Expert Rating
3.9
7 reviews
3.4
5 reviews
Screen
6.83" 6.7"
Display
AMOLED Super AMOLED
Resolution
1272 x 2800 1080 x 2340
Pixels Per Inch
450 385
Rear Camera
50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
50 Megapixels 13 Megapixels
Chipset
Mediatek Dimensity 8350 (4 nm) Exynos 1330 (5 nm)
Storage
512GB 128GB
OS
Android 15 Android
SIM Type
nano-SIM and e-SIM nano-SIM and e-SIM
Connectivity
Up to 5G Up to 5G
Wi-Fi
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
Bluetooth
5.4, A2DP, LE, aptX HD, LHDC 5.3 with A2DP, LE
Dimensions
162.8 x 76.6 x 7.6 mm 164.4 x 77.9 x 7.5 mm
Weight
195 grams 192 grams
Water Resistance
IP68/IP69 dust tight and water resistant (high pressure water jets; immersible up to 2m for 30 min) IP54, dust and splash resistant
Contracts
£19.99/mo (£95.00 upfront) £5.00/mo (£125.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£397.00 £109.00
OPPO Reno 13 Pro OPPO Reno 13 Pro Samsung Galaxy A17 Samsung Galaxy A17
Expert Rating 3.9
7 reviews
3.4
5 reviews
Screen 6.83" 6.7"
Display AMOLED Super AMOLED
Resolution 1272 x 2800 1080 x 2340
Pixels Per Inch 450 385
Rear Camera 50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 50 Megapixels 13 Megapixels
Chipset Mediatek Dimensity 8350 (4 nm) Exynos 1330 (5 nm)
Storage 512GB 128GB
OS Android 15 Android
SIM Type nano-SIM and e-SIM nano-SIM and e-SIM
Connectivity Up to 5G Up to 5G
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
Bluetooth 5.4, A2DP, LE, aptX HD, LHDC 5.3 with A2DP, LE
Dimensions 162.8 x 76.6 x 7.6 mm 164.4 x 77.9 x 7.5 mm
Weight 195 grams 192 grams
Water Resistance IP68/IP69 dust tight and water resistant (high pressure water jets; immersible up to 2m for 30 min) IP54, dust and splash resistant
Contracts £19.99/mo
£95.00 upfront
£5.00/mo
£125.00 upfront
SIM-free £397.00 £109.00
Deals Deals

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the OPPO Reno 13 Pro or Samsung Galaxy A17 cheaper on contract?

Based on total cost of ownership, the Samsung Galaxy A17 is cheaper on contract at £251.80 over the life of the deal from £5.00 per month with £125.00 upfront.

Which has the better screen, the OPPO Reno 13 Pro or Samsung Galaxy A17?

The OPPO Reno 13 Pro has the bigger screen at 6.8" compared to the Samsung Galaxy A17's 6.7", the OPPO Reno 13 Pro has the sharper display at 450 pixels per inch versus 385, and the OPPO Reno 13 Pro uses a AMOLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy A17 has a Super AMOLED.

Which has the better camera, the OPPO Reno 13 Pro or Samsung Galaxy A17?

The OPPO Reno 13 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 Reno 13 Pro or Samsung Galaxy A17?

The Samsung Galaxy A17 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £109.00.

What storage options are available for the OPPO Reno 13 Pro and Samsung Galaxy A17?

The OPPO Reno 13 Pro is available in 512GB, while the Samsung Galaxy A17 comes in 128GB.

What processors do the OPPO Reno 13 Pro and Samsung Galaxy A17 use?

The OPPO Reno 13 Pro is powered by the Mediatek Dimensity 8350 (4 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy A17 uses the Exynos 1330 (5 nm).

Which is easier to carry and hold, the OPPO Reno 13 Pro or Samsung Galaxy A17?

It's a trade-off: the Samsung Galaxy A17 is lighter but the OPPO Reno 13 Pro is more compact. It's 3g lighter at 192 grams, though the OPPO Reno 13 Pro is actually the more compact phone at 162.8 x 76.6 x 7.6 mm.

Which is more water resistant, the OPPO Reno 13 Pro or Samsung Galaxy A17?

The OPPO Reno 13 Pro is rated IP68/IP69 dust tight and water resistant (high pressure water jets; immersible up to 2m for 30 min), while the Samsung Galaxy A17 is rated IP54, dust and splash resistant.

What operating system do the OPPO Reno 13 Pro and Samsung Galaxy A17 run?

The OPPO Reno 13 Pro 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.