Samsung Galaxy A17 4G vs Samsung Galaxy S22

Our verdict: Looking at total contract cost, the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G is £172.76 less expensive than the Samsung Galaxy S22. Display is a trade-off — 6.7" on the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G versus 422 PPI on the Samsung Galaxy S22. Selfie fans take note: the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G has a 13MP front camera. At 167g, the Samsung Galaxy S22 is the lighter of the two.

Screen
6.7" 6.1"
Display
Super AMOLED Dynamic AMOLED 2X
Resolution
1080 x 2340 1080 x 2340
Pixels Per Inch
385 422
Rear Camera
50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
13 Megapixels 10 Megapixels
Chipset
Exynos 1330 (5 nm) Exynos 2200
Storage
128GB 128GB, 256GB
OS
Android Android
SIM Type
nano-SIM and e-SIM Triple SIM
Connectivity
Up to 4G Up to 5G
Wi-Fi
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6
Bluetooth
5.3 with A2DP, LE 5.2, A2DP, LE
Dimensions
164.4 x 77.9 x 7.5 mm 46 x 70.6 x 7.6 mm
Weight
192 grams 167 grams
Water Resistance
IP54, dust and splash resistant IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes
Contracts
£11.95/mo (£0.00 upfront) £12.99/mo (£99.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£139.00 £149.00
Samsung Galaxy A17  4G Samsung Galaxy A17 4G Samsung Galaxy S22 Samsung Galaxy S22
Screen 6.7" 6.1"
Display Super AMOLED Dynamic AMOLED 2X
Resolution 1080 x 2340 1080 x 2340
Pixels Per Inch 385 422
Rear Camera 50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 13 Megapixels 10 Megapixels
Chipset Exynos 1330 (5 nm) Exynos 2200
Storage 128GB 128GB, 256GB
OS Android Android
SIM Type nano-SIM and e-SIM Triple SIM
Connectivity Up to 4G Up to 5G
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6
Bluetooth 5.3 with A2DP, LE 5.2, A2DP, LE
Dimensions 164.4 x 77.9 x 7.5 mm 46 x 70.6 x 7.6 mm
Weight 192 grams 167 grams
Water Resistance IP54, dust and splash resistant IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes
Contracts £11.95/mo
£0.00 upfront
£12.99/mo
£99.00 upfront
SIM-free £139.00 £149.00
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G or Samsung Galaxy S22 cheaper on contract?

Based on total cost of ownership, the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G is cheaper on contract at £256.80 over the life of the deal from £11.95 per month with £0.00 upfront.

Which has the better screen, the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G or Samsung Galaxy S22?

The Samsung Galaxy A17 4G has the bigger screen at 6.7" compared to the Samsung Galaxy S22's 6.1", the Samsung Galaxy S22 has the sharper display at 422 pixels per inch versus 385, and the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G uses a Super AMOLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy S22 has a Dynamic AMOLED 2X.

Which has the better camera, the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G or Samsung Galaxy S22?

The Samsung Galaxy A17 4G features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy S22 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 A17 4G or Samsung Galaxy S22?

The Samsung Galaxy A17 4G is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £139.00.

What storage options are available for the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G and Samsung Galaxy S22?

The Samsung Galaxy A17 4G is available in 128GB, while the Samsung Galaxy S22 comes in 128GB, 256GB.

What processors do the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G and Samsung Galaxy S22 use?

The Samsung Galaxy A17 4G is powered by the Exynos 1330 (5 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy S22 uses the Exynos 2200.

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G or Samsung Galaxy S22?

The Samsung Galaxy S22 is the more portable of the two — it's 25g lighter at 167 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 46 x 70.6 x 7.6 mm.

Which is more water resistant, the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G or Samsung Galaxy S22?

The Samsung Galaxy A17 4G is rated IP54, dust and splash resistant, while the Samsung Galaxy S22 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 S22 run?

Both phones run Android.