Samsung Galaxy A15 vs Samsung Galaxy A17 4G
Our Verdict: There's two years between the Galaxy A15 and the Galaxy A17 4G, so the Galaxy A17 4G is ahead on most things. The A17 4G has the bigger screen, 6.7" against 6.5", and the A17 4G is the lighter phone at 192g against 200g. Only the A17 4G has a water-resistance rating (IP54); the A15 has none. Coming from the A15, the A17 4G is a genuine upgrade rather than a token one.
If you'd rather pay up front, the A15 is the cheaper buy at £85 SIM-free.
Prices updated 10 July 2026
Samsung Galaxy A15
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Samsung Galaxy A17 4G
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| Screen | 6.5" | 6.7" |
| Display | Super AMOLED | Super AMOLED |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2340 | 1080 x 2340 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 396 | 385 |
| Rear Camera | 50 Megapixels | 50 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 13 Megapixels | 13 Megapixels |
| Chipset | MediaTek Helio G99 | Exynos 1330 (5 nm) |
| Battery | 5,000 mAh | 5,000 mAh |
| Storage | 128GB | 128GB |
| OS | Android | Android |
| SIM Type | Nano SIM | nano-SIM and e-SIM |
| Connectivity | Up to 4G | Up to 4G |
| Wi-Fi | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 with A2DP, LE | 5.3 with A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 160.1 x 76.8 x 8.4 mm | 164.4 x 77.9 x 7.5 mm |
| Weight | 200 grams | 192 grams |
| Water Resistance | Not rated | IP54, dust and splash resistant |
| Contracts | - |
£10.00/mo
£99.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £84.99 | £109.00 |
| Prices updated 10 July 2026 | ||
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which has the better screen, the Samsung Galaxy A15 or Samsung Galaxy A17 4G?
The Samsung Galaxy A17 4G has the bigger screen at 6.7" compared to the Samsung Galaxy A15's 6.5", the Samsung Galaxy A15 has the sharper display at 396 pixels per inch versus 385, and both use Super AMOLED panels.
Which has the better camera, the Samsung Galaxy A15 or Samsung Galaxy A17 4G?
The Samsung Galaxy A15 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 Samsung Galaxy A15 or Samsung Galaxy A17 4G?
The Samsung Galaxy A15 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £84.99.
What storage options are available for the Samsung Galaxy A15 and Samsung Galaxy A17 4G?
The Samsung Galaxy A15 is available in 128GB, while the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G comes in 128GB.
What processors do the Samsung Galaxy A15 and Samsung Galaxy A17 4G use?
The Samsung Galaxy A15 is powered by the MediaTek Helio G99, while the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G uses the Exynos 1330 (5 nm).
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Samsung Galaxy A15 or Samsung Galaxy A17 4G?
It's a trade-off: the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G is lighter but the Samsung Galaxy A15 is more compact. It's 8g lighter at 192 grams, though the Samsung Galaxy A15 is actually the more compact phone at 160.1 x 76.8 x 8.4 mm, the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G is slimmer at 7.5mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the Samsung Galaxy A15 or Samsung Galaxy A17 4G?
The Samsung Galaxy A15 is rated Not rated, while the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G is rated IP54, dust and splash resistant.
What operating system do the Samsung Galaxy A15 and Samsung Galaxy A17 4G run?
Both phones run Android.