Samsung Galaxy A17 4G vs Samsung Galaxy A71

Name: Samsung Galaxy A71
Brand: Samsung
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.1 (5 reviews)

Our Verdict: For Samsung Galaxy A71 versus Samsung Galaxy A17 4G, the recommendation depends mostly on what you want from the hardware. The A71 is ahead for portability, with a higher-resolution 64MP rear camera, a higher-resolution 32MP front camera, and a lighter 179g body; the A17 4G is the better match for a larger 5,000 mAh battery and its IP54, dust and splash resistant rating. A bigger mAh figure is useful context, but real battery life still depends on software and chipset efficiency. The A71 is the better fit for portability, while the A17 4G is the one to consider for battery size.

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

Screen

6.7" 6.7"

Display

Super AMOLED Super AMOLED

Resolution

1080 x 2340 1080 x 2240

Pixels Per Inch

385 371

Rear Camera

50 Megapixels 64 Megapixels

Front Camera

13 Megapixels 32 Megapixels

Chipset

Exynos 1330 (5 nm) Qualcomm SDM730 Snapdragon 730

Battery

5,000 mAh 4,500 mAh

Storage

128GB 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 163.6 x 76 x 7.7 mm

Weight

192 grams 179 grams

Water Resistance

IP54, dust and splash resistant Not rated

Contracts

£12.00/mo (£69.00 upfront) -

SIM-free

£79.00 £89.99

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	Samsung Galaxy A17 4G	Samsung Galaxy A71
Screen	6.7"	6.7"
Display	Super AMOLED	Super AMOLED
Resolution	1080 x 2340	1080 x 2240
Pixels Per Inch	385	371
Rear Camera	50 Megapixels	64 Megapixels
Front Camera	13 Megapixels	32 Megapixels
Chipset	Exynos 1330 (5 nm)	Qualcomm SDM730 Snapdragon 730
Battery	5,000 mAh	4,500 mAh
Storage	128GB	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	163.6 x 76 x 7.7 mm
Weight	192 grams	179 grams
Water Resistance	IP54, dust and splash resistant	Not rated
Contracts	£12.00/mo £69.00 upfront	-
SIM-free	£79.00	£89.99
	Deals	Deals

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which has the better screen, the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G or Samsung Galaxy A71?

Both phones have a similar screen size at around 6.7", the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G has the sharper display at 385 pixels per inch versus 371, and both use Super AMOLED panels.

Which has the better camera, the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G or Samsung Galaxy A71?

The Samsung Galaxy A17 4G features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy A71 has a 64 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 A71?

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 A71?

The Samsung Galaxy A17 4G is available in 128GB, while the Samsung Galaxy A71 comes in 128GB.

What processors do the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G and Samsung Galaxy A71 use?

The Samsung Galaxy A17 4G is powered by the Exynos 1330 (5 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy A71 uses the Qualcomm SDM730 Snapdragon 730.

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G or Samsung Galaxy A71?

The Samsung Galaxy A71 is the more portable of the two: it's 13g lighter at 179 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 163.6 x 76 x 7.7 mm.

Which is more water resistant, the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G or Samsung Galaxy A71?

The Samsung Galaxy A17 4G is rated IP54, dust and splash resistant, while the Samsung Galaxy A71 is rated Not rated.

What operating system do the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G and Samsung Galaxy A71 run?

Both phones run Android.