Samsung Galaxy A17 4G vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6
The A17 4G is the cheaper one to own: around £295 over a typical contract, £903 less than the Z Fold6.
Prices updated 7 August 2026
Samsung Galaxy A17 4G
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Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6
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| Screen | 6.7" | 7.6" |
| Display | Super AMOLED | Foldable Dynamic AMOLED 2X |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2340 | 1856 x 2160 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 385 | 375 |
| Rear Camera | 50 Megapixels | 50 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 13 Megapixels | 4 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Exynos 1330 (5 nm) | Qualcomm SM8550-AC Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm) |
| Battery | 5,000 mAh | 4,400 mAh |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB, 512GB, 1TB |
| OS | Android | Android |
| 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/6/7 |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 with A2DP, LE | 5.3, A2DP, LE, aptX HD |
| Dimensions | 164.4 x 77.9 x 7.5 mm | 153.5 x 68.1 x 12.1 mm |
| Weight | 192 grams | 239 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP54, dust and splash resistant | IPX8 - water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 mins) |
| Contracts |
£9.99/mo
£29.00 upfront |
£96.50/mo
£30.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £137.00 | - |
| Prices updated 7 August 2026 | ||
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 cheaper on contract?
Based on total cost of ownership, the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G is cheaper on contract at £294.76 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 Z Fold6?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 has the bigger screen at 7.6" compared to the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G's 6.7", the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G has the sharper display at 385 pixels per inch versus 375, and the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G uses a Super AMOLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 has a Foldable Dynamic AMOLED 2X.
Which has the better camera, the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6?
The Samsung Galaxy A17 4G features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 has a 50 Megapixels rear camera. Both devices also have front-facing cameras for selfies and video calls.
What storage options are available for the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6?
The Samsung Galaxy A17 4G is available in 128GB, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 comes in 256GB, 512GB, 1TB.
What processors do the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 use?
The Samsung Galaxy A17 4G is powered by the Exynos 1330 (5 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 uses the Qualcomm SM8550-AC Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm).
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6?
It's a trade-off: the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G is lighter but the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 is more compact. It's 47g lighter at 192 grams, though the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 is actually the more compact phone at 153.5 x 68.1 x 12.1 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 Z Fold6?
The Samsung Galaxy A17 4G is rated IP54, dust and splash resistant, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 is rated IPX8 - water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 mins).
What operating system do the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 run?
Both phones run Android.