Samsung Galaxy A17 vs Samsung Galaxy A27
The A17 is the cheaper one to own: around £256 over a typical contract, £97 less than the A27.
Prices updated 13 July 2026
Samsung Galaxy A17
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Samsung Galaxy A27
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| Screen | 6.7" | 6.7" |
| Display | Super AMOLED | Super AMOLED |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2340 | 1080 x 2340 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 385 | 385 |
| Rear Camera | 50 Megapixels | 50 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 13 Megapixels | 12 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Exynos 1330 (5 nm) | Qualcomm SM6475-AB Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 (4 nm) |
| Battery | 5,000 mAh | 5,000 mAh |
| Storage | 128GB | 128GB, 256GB |
| OS | Android | Android |
| SIM Type | nano-SIM and e-SIM | nano-SIM and e-SIM |
| Connectivity | Up to 5G | Up to 5G |
| Wi-Fi | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 with A2DP, LE | 5.1, A2DP, LE, ASHA |
| Dimensions | 164.4 x 77.9 x 7.5 mm | 162.8 x 78.2 x 7.8 mm |
| Weight | 192 grams | 200 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP54, dust and splash resistant | IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes) |
| Contracts |
£5.00/mo
£125.00 upfront |
£12.99/mo
£19.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £139.99 | £303.05 |
| Prices updated 13 July 2026 | ||
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Samsung Galaxy A17 or Samsung Galaxy A27 cheaper on contract?
Based on total cost of ownership, the Samsung Galaxy A17 is cheaper on contract at £256.40 over the life of the deal from £5.00 per month with £125.00 upfront.
Which has the better screen, the Samsung Galaxy A17 or Samsung Galaxy A27?
Both phones have a similar screen size at around 6.7", both screens are similarly sharp at around 385 pixels per inch, and both use Super AMOLED panels.
Which has the better camera, the Samsung Galaxy A17 or Samsung Galaxy A27?
The Samsung Galaxy A17 features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy A27 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 or Samsung Galaxy A27?
The Samsung Galaxy A17 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £139.99.
What storage options are available for the Samsung Galaxy A17 and Samsung Galaxy A27?
The Samsung Galaxy A17 is available in 128GB, while the Samsung Galaxy A27 comes in 128GB, 256GB.
What processors do the Samsung Galaxy A17 and Samsung Galaxy A27 use?
The Samsung Galaxy A17 is powered by the Exynos 1330 (5 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy A27 uses the Qualcomm SM6475-AB Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 (4 nm).
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Samsung Galaxy A17 or Samsung Galaxy A27?
It's a trade-off: the Samsung Galaxy A17 is lighter but the Samsung Galaxy A27 is more compact. It's 8g lighter at 192 grams, though the Samsung Galaxy A27 is actually the more compact phone at 162.8 x 78.2 x 7.8 mm.
Which is more water resistant, the Samsung Galaxy A17 or Samsung Galaxy A27?
The Samsung Galaxy A17 is rated IP54, dust and splash resistant, while the Samsung Galaxy A27 is rated IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes).
What operating system do the Samsung Galaxy A17 and Samsung Galaxy A27 run?
Both phones run Android.