Samsung Galaxy A17 4G vs Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra
The A17 4G is the cheaper one to own: around £285 over a typical contract, £590 less than the S24 Ultra.
Samsung Galaxy A17 4G
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Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra
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| Screen | 6.7" | 6.8" |
| Display | Super AMOLED | Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2340 | 1440 x 3088 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 385 | 501 |
| Rear Camera | 50 Megapixels | 200 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 13 Megapixels | 12 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Exynos 1330 (5 nm) | Qualcomm SM8650-AB Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm) |
| Battery | 5,000 mAh | 5,000 mAh |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB, 512GB, 1TB |
| OS | Android | Android 14 |
| SIM Type | nano-SIM and e-SIM | nano-SIM and e-SIM |
| Connectivity | Up to 4G | Up to 5G |
| Wi-Fi | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7 |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 with A2DP, LE | 5.3 with A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 164.4 x 77.9 x 7.5 mm | 162.3 x 79 x 8.6 mm |
| Weight | 192 grams | 232 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP54, dust and splash resistant | IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes |
| Contracts |
£12.00/mo
£69.00 upfront |
£29.00/mo
£129.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £79.00 | £459.99 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G or Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra cheaper on contract?
Based on total cost of ownership, the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G is cheaper on contract at £285.00 over the life of the deal from £12.00 per month with £69.00 upfront.
Which has the better screen, the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G or Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra?
Both phones have a similar screen size at around 6.7", the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra has the sharper display at 501 pixels per inch versus 385, and the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G uses a Super AMOLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra has a Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X.
Which has the better camera, the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G or Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy A17 4G features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra has a 200 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 S24 Ultra?
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 S24 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy A17 4G is available in 128GB, while the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra comes in 256GB, 512GB, 1TB.
What processors do the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G and Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra use?
The Samsung Galaxy A17 4G is powered by the Exynos 1330 (5 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra uses the Qualcomm SM8650-AB Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm).
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G or Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy A17 4G is the more portable of the two: it's 40g lighter at 192 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 164.4 x 77.9 x 7.5 mm, and is slimmer at 7.5mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G or Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy A17 4G is rated IP54, dust and splash resistant, while the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra 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 S24 Ultra run?
The Samsung Galaxy A17 4G runs Android and the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra runs Android 14. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.