Samsung Galaxy A17 4G vs Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge

Our Verdict: Comparing Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge and Samsung Galaxy A17 4G, the choice mostly comes down to portability versus display quality. The S25 Edge gives you a sharper 513 PPI display, its Dynamic AMOLED 2X panel, and a higher-resolution 200MP rear camera, while the A17 4G is more appealing for its Super AMOLED panel and a larger 5,000 mAh battery. A bigger mAh figure is useful context, but real battery life still depends on software and chipset efficiency. Choose the S25 Edge for portability; choose the A17 4G if display quality matters more.

The A17 4G is the cheaper one to own: around £298 over a typical contract, £350 less than the S25 Edge.

Screen
6.7" 6.7"
Display
Super AMOLED Dynamic AMOLED 2X
Resolution
1080 x 2340 1440 x 3120
Pixels Per Inch
385 513
Rear Camera
50 Megapixels 200 Megapixels
Front Camera
13 Megapixels 12 Megapixels
Chipset
Exynos 1330 (5 nm) Qualcomm SM8750-3-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm)
Battery
5,000 mAh 3,900 mAh
Storage
128GB 256GB, 512GB
OS
Android Android 15
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
Bluetooth
5.3 with A2DP, LE 5.4, A2DP, LE
Dimensions
164.4 x 77.9 x 7.5 mm 159 x 76 x 5.8 mm
Weight
192 grams 163 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) £25.79/mo (£29.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£167.00 £459.99
Samsung Galaxy A17  4G Samsung Galaxy A17 4G Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
Screen 6.7" 6.7"
Display Super AMOLED Dynamic AMOLED 2X
Resolution 1080 x 2340 1440 x 3120
Pixels Per Inch 385 513
Rear Camera 50 Megapixels 200 Megapixels
Front Camera 13 Megapixels 12 Megapixels
Chipset Exynos 1330 (5 nm) Qualcomm SM8750-3-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm)
Battery 5,000 mAh 3,900 mAh
Storage 128GB 256GB, 512GB
OS Android Android 15
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
Bluetooth 5.3 with A2DP, LE 5.4, A2DP, LE
Dimensions 164.4 x 77.9 x 7.5 mm 159 x 76 x 5.8 mm
Weight 192 grams 163 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
£25.79/mo
£29.00 upfront
SIM-free £167.00 £459.99
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Samsung Galaxy A17 4G
Samsung Galaxy A17  4G

24 Months

128GB

Black

25GB

Data

Unlimited

Unlimited

£9.99 a month, £29 upfront.

Use code: SUMMER10 (£10 off)

Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge

24 Months

256GB

Titanium Jetblack

10GB

Data

Unlimited

Unlimited

£25.79 a month, £29 upfront.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G or Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge cheaper on contract?

Based on total cost of ownership, the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G is cheaper on contract at £298.36 over the life of the deal from £9.99 per month with £29.00 upfront.

Which has the better screen, the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G or Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?

Both phones have a similar screen size at around 6.7", the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge has the sharper display at 513 pixels per inch versus 385, and the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G uses a Super AMOLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge has a Dynamic AMOLED 2X.

Which has the better camera, the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G or Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?

The Samsung Galaxy A17 4G features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge 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 S25 Edge?

The Samsung Galaxy A17 4G is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £167.00.

What storage options are available for the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G and Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?

The Samsung Galaxy A17 4G is available in 128GB, while the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge comes in 256GB, 512GB.

What processors do the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G and Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge use?

The Samsung Galaxy A17 4G is powered by the Exynos 1330 (5 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge uses the Qualcomm SM8750-3-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm).

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G or Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?

The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is the more portable of the two: it's 29g lighter at 163 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 159 x 76 x 5.8 mm, and is slimmer at 5.8mm thick.

Which is more water resistant, the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G or Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?

The Samsung Galaxy A17 4G is rated IP54, dust and splash resistant, while the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge 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 S25 Edge run?

The Samsung Galaxy A17 4G runs Android and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge runs Android 15. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.