Samsung Galaxy A17 4G vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra

Our Verdict: If you are choosing between Samsung Galaxy A17 4G and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra, display quality is the main reason to lean one way. The Z Fold8 has a larger 8-inch screen, its LTPO AMOLED 2X panel, and a higher-resolution 200MP rear camera; the A17 4G mainly responds with its Super AMOLED panel and a lighter 192g body. The Z Fold8 is the better fit for display quality, while the A17 4G is the one to consider for portability.

The A17 4G is the cheaper one to own: around £249 over a typical contract, £1272 less than the Z Fold8 Ultra.

Screen
6.7" 8"
Display
Super AMOLED LTPO AMOLED 2X, 120Hz, Corning Gorilla Glass Ceramic 2
Resolution
1080 x 2340 1968 x 2184
Pixels Per Inch
385 367
Rear Camera
50 Megapixels 200 Megapixels
Front Camera
13 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Chipset
Exynos 1330 (5 nm) Qualcomm SM8850-1-AD Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (3 nm)
Battery
5,000 mAh 5,000 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 5.4, A2DP, LE, aptX HD
Dimensions
164.4 x 77.9 x 7.5 mm 161.4 x 123.9 x 4.9 mm
Weight
192 grams 215 grams
Water Resistance
IP54, dust and splash resistant IP48 dust and water resistant (dust > 1mm; immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min)
Contracts
£10.00/mo (£69.00 upfront) £25.00/mo (£905.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£79.00 £1846.99
Samsung Galaxy A17  4G Samsung Galaxy A17 4G Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
Screen 6.7" 8"
Display Super AMOLED LTPO AMOLED 2X, 120Hz, Corning Gorilla Glass Ceramic 2
Resolution 1080 x 2340 1968 x 2184
Pixels Per Inch 385 367
Rear Camera 50 Megapixels 200 Megapixels
Front Camera 13 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Chipset Exynos 1330 (5 nm) Qualcomm SM8850-1-AD Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (3 nm)
Battery 5,000 mAh 5,000 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 5.4, A2DP, LE, aptX HD
Dimensions 164.4 x 77.9 x 7.5 mm 161.4 x 123.9 x 4.9 mm
Weight 192 grams 215 grams
Water Resistance IP54, dust and splash resistant IP48 dust and water resistant (dust > 1mm; immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min)
Contracts £10.00/mo
£69.00 upfront
£25.00/mo
£905.00 upfront
SIM-free £79.00 £1846.99
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Samsung Galaxy A17 4G
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra cheaper on contract?

Based on total cost of ownership, the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G is cheaper on contract at £249.00 over the life of the deal from £10.00 per month with £69.00 upfront.

Which has the better screen, the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra has the bigger screen at 8" 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 367, and the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G uses a Super AMOLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra has a LTPO AMOLED 2X, 120Hz, Corning Gorilla Glass Ceramic 2.

Which has the better camera, the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra?

The Samsung Galaxy A17 4G features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 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 Z Fold8 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 Z Fold8 Ultra?

The Samsung Galaxy A17 4G is available in 128GB, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra comes in 256GB, 512GB, 1TB.

What processors do the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra use?

The Samsung Galaxy A17 4G is powered by the Exynos 1330 (5 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra uses the Qualcomm SM8850-1-AD Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (3 nm).

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra?

The Samsung Galaxy A17 4G is the more portable of the two: it's 23g lighter at 192 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 164.4 x 77.9 x 7.5 mm, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is slimmer at 4.9mm thick.

Which is more water resistant, the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra?

The Samsung Galaxy A17 4G is rated IP54, dust and splash resistant, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is rated IP48 dust and water resistant (dust > 1mm; immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min).

What operating system do the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra run?

Both phones run Android.