Samsung Galaxy A17 4G vs Samsung Galaxy A50

Our Verdict: Galaxy A17 4G has the larger battery, 5,000mAh against 4,000mAh. Galaxy A50 pushes back because Galaxy A50 is easier to carry at 166g versus 192g. Galaxy A17 4G has the lower current starting total, at about £109 versus £115.99 more for Galaxy A50. Pick Galaxy A17 4G if that advantage matches your priorities; consider Galaxy A50 if its specific trade-offs suit you better.

Buying outright, the A17 4G starts at £137 SIM-free.

Screen
6.7" 6.4"
Display
Super AMOLED Super AMOLED
Resolution
1080 x 2340 1080 x 2340
Pixels Per Inch
385 403
Rear Camera
50 Megapixels 25 Megapixels
Front Camera
13 Megapixels 8 Megapixels
Chipset
Exynos 1330 (5 nm) Exynos 9610
Battery
5,000 mAh 4,000 mAh
Storage
128GB 64GB, 128GB
OS
Android Android
SIM Type
nano-SIM and e-SIM Nano 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 5.0 with A2DP, LE
Dimensions
164.4 x 77.9 x 7.5 mm 158.5 x 74.7 x 7.7 mm
Weight
192 grams 166 grams
Water Resistance
IP54, dust and splash resistant IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes
Contracts
£9.99/mo (£29.00 upfront) -
SIM-free
£137.00 £224.99

Prices updated 13 August 2026

Samsung Galaxy A17  4G Samsung Galaxy A17 4G Samsung Galaxy A50 Samsung Galaxy A50
Screen 6.7" 6.4"
Display Super AMOLED Super AMOLED
Resolution 1080 x 2340 1080 x 2340
Pixels Per Inch 385 403
Rear Camera 50 Megapixels 25 Megapixels
Front Camera 13 Megapixels 8 Megapixels
Chipset Exynos 1330 (5 nm) Exynos 9610
Battery 5,000 mAh 4,000 mAh
Storage 128GB 64GB, 128GB
OS Android Android
SIM Type nano-SIM and e-SIM Nano 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 5.0 with A2DP, LE
Dimensions 164.4 x 77.9 x 7.5 mm 158.5 x 74.7 x 7.7 mm
Weight 192 grams 166 grams
Water Resistance IP54, dust and splash resistant IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes
Contracts £9.99/mo
£29.00 upfront
-
SIM-free £137.00 £224.99
Prices updated 13 August 2026
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Samsung Galaxy A17 4G
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which has the better screen, the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G or Samsung Galaxy A50?

The Samsung Galaxy A17 4G has the bigger screen at 6.7" compared to the Samsung Galaxy A50's 6.4", the Samsung Galaxy A50 has the sharper display at 403 pixels per inch versus 385, and both use Super AMOLED panels.

Which has the better camera, the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G or Samsung Galaxy A50?

The Samsung Galaxy A17 4G features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy A50 has a 25 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 A17 4G or Samsung Galaxy A50?

The Samsung Galaxy A17 4G is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £137.00.

What storage options are available for the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G and Samsung Galaxy A50?

The Samsung Galaxy A17 4G is available in 128GB, while the Samsung Galaxy A50 comes in 64GB, 128GB.

What processors do the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G and Samsung Galaxy A50 use?

The Samsung Galaxy A17 4G is powered by the Exynos 1330 (5 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy A50 uses the Exynos 9610.

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G or Samsung Galaxy A50?

The Samsung Galaxy A50 is the more portable of the two: it's 26g lighter at 166 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 158.5 x 74.7 x 7.7 mm.

Which is more water resistant, the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G or Samsung Galaxy A50?

The Samsung Galaxy A17 4G is rated IP54, dust and splash resistant, while the Samsung Galaxy A50 is rated IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes.

What operating system do the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G and Samsung Galaxy A50 run?

Both phones run Android.