Samsung Galaxy A17 4G vs Samsung Galaxy A51

Name: Samsung Galaxy A51
Brand: Samsung
Availability: InStock
Rating: 3.7 (19 reviews)

Our Verdict: For Samsung Galaxy A51 versus Samsung Galaxy A17 4G, the recommendation depends mostly on what you want from the hardware. The A17 4G is ahead for battery size, with a larger 5,000 mAh battery and its IP54, dust and splash resistant rating; the A51 is the better match for a higher-resolution 32MP front camera. A bigger mAh figure is useful context, but real battery life still depends on software and chipset efficiency. The A17 4G is the better fit for battery size, while the A51 is the one to consider for camera hardware.

Buying outright, the A17 4G starts at £79 SIM-free.

Screen

6.7" 6.5"

Display

Super AMOLED Super AMOLED

Resolution

1080 x 2340 1080 x 2400

Pixels Per Inch

385 405

Rear Camera

50 Megapixels 48 Megapixels

Front Camera

13 Megapixels 32 Megapixels

Chipset

Exynos 1330 (5 nm) Exynos 9611

Battery

5,000 mAh 4,000 mAh

Storage

128GB 64GB, 128GB

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 73.6 x 7.9 mm

Weight

192 grams 172 grams

Water Resistance

IP54, dust and splash resistant Not rated

Contracts

£10.00/mo (£69.00 upfront) -

SIM-free

£79.00 £139.99

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	Samsung Galaxy A17 4G	Samsung Galaxy A51
Screen	6.7"	6.5"
Display	Super AMOLED	Super AMOLED
Resolution	1080 x 2340	1080 x 2400
Pixels Per Inch	385	405
Rear Camera	50 Megapixels	48 Megapixels
Front Camera	13 Megapixels	32 Megapixels
Chipset	Exynos 1330 (5 nm)	Exynos 9611
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 73.6 x 7.9 mm
Weight	192 grams	172 grams
Water Resistance	IP54, dust and splash resistant	Not rated
Contracts	£10.00/mo £69.00 upfront	-
SIM-free	£79.00	£139.99
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which has the better screen, the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G or Samsung Galaxy A51?

The Samsung Galaxy A17 4G has the bigger screen at 6.7" compared to the Samsung Galaxy A51's 6.5", the Samsung Galaxy A51 has the sharper display at 405 pixels per inch versus 385, and both use Super AMOLED panels.

Which has the better camera, the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G or Samsung Galaxy A51?

The Samsung Galaxy A17 4G features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy A51 has a 48 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 A51?

The Samsung Galaxy A17 4G is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £79.00.

What storage options are available for the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G and Samsung Galaxy A51?

The Samsung Galaxy A17 4G is available in 128GB, while the Samsung Galaxy A51 comes in 64GB, 128GB.

What processors do the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G and Samsung Galaxy A51 use?

The Samsung Galaxy A17 4G is powered by the Exynos 1330 (5 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy A51 uses the Exynos 9611.

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G or Samsung Galaxy A51?

The Samsung Galaxy A51 is the more portable of the two: it's 20g lighter at 172 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 158.5 x 73.6 x 7.9 mm, the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G is slimmer at 7.5mm thick.

Which is more water resistant, the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G or Samsung Galaxy A51?

The Samsung Galaxy A17 4G is rated IP54, dust and splash resistant, while the Samsung Galaxy A51 is rated Not rated.

What operating system do the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G and Samsung Galaxy A51 run?

Both phones run Android.