Samsung Galaxy A16 5G vs Samsung Galaxy A17
Our verdict: Choosing the Samsung Galaxy A17 on contract will save you £212.24 compared to the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G. Day-to-day comfort favours the Samsung Galaxy A17 at 192g. If you're accident-prone, the Samsung Galaxy A17 offers IP54 splash protection that the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G doesn't. If contracts aren't your thing, the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G at £118.15 SIM-free is the cheaper buy.
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Samsung Galaxy A16 5G
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Samsung Galaxy A17
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| Expert Rating | 3.5 5 reviews |
3.4 5 reviews |
| Screen | 6.7" | 6.7" |
| Display | Super AMOLED | Super AMOLED |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2340 | 1080 x 2340 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 385 | 385 |
| Rear Camera | 50 Megapixels | 50 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 13 Megapixels | 13 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Mediatek Dimensity 6300 (6 nm) | Exynos 1330 (5 nm) |
| Storage | 128GB | 128GB |
| OS | Android | 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 | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 with A2DP, LE | 5.3 with A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 164.4 x 77.9 x 7.9 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 |
£38.00/mo
£1.00 upfront |
£5.00/mo
£125.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £118.15 | £143.65 |
| Deals | Deals |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G or Samsung Galaxy A17 cheaper on contract?
Based on total cost of ownership, the Samsung Galaxy A17 is cheaper on contract at £247.34 over the life of the deal from £5.00 per month with £125.00 upfront.
Which has the better screen, the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G or Samsung Galaxy A17?
Both phones have a similar screen size at around 6.7", both screens are similarly sharp at around 385 pixels per inch, and both use Super AMOLED panels.
Which has the better camera, the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G or Samsung Galaxy A17?
The Samsung Galaxy A16 5G 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 Samsung Galaxy A16 5G or Samsung Galaxy A17?
The Samsung Galaxy A16 5G is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £118.15.
What storage options are available for the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G and Samsung Galaxy A17?
The Samsung Galaxy A16 5G is available in 128GB, while the Samsung Galaxy A17 comes in 128GB.
What processors do the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G and Samsung Galaxy A17 use?
The Samsung Galaxy A16 5G 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 Samsung Galaxy A16 5G or Samsung Galaxy A17?
The Samsung Galaxy A17 is the more portable of the two — it's 8g lighter at 192 grams, both are similar in overall footprint, and is slimmer at 7.5mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G or Samsung Galaxy A17?
The Samsung Galaxy A16 5G is rated Not rated, while the Samsung Galaxy A17 is rated IP54, dust and splash resistant.
What operating system do the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G and Samsung Galaxy A17 run?
Both phones run Android.