Samsung Galaxy A17 vs Samsung Galaxy A42 5G
If you'd rather pay up front, the A42 5G is the cheaper buy at £115 SIM-free.
Samsung Galaxy A17
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Samsung Galaxy A42 5G
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| Screen | 6.7" | 6.6" |
| Display | Super AMOLED | Super AMOLED |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2340 | 1080 x 2400 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 385 | 399 |
| Rear Camera | 50 Megapixels | 48 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 13 Megapixels | 20 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Exynos 1330 (5 nm) | Qualcomm SM7225 Snapdragon 750 5G |
| Battery | 5,000 mAh | 5,000 mAh |
| Storage | 128GB | 128GB |
| OS | Android | Android 10 |
| SIM Type | nano-SIM and e-SIM | Standard 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 | 5.0 with A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 164.4 x 77.9 x 7.5 mm | 164.4 x 75.9 x 8.6 mm |
| Weight | 192 grams | 190 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP54, dust and splash resistant | Not rated |
| Contracts |
£5.00/mo
£125.00 upfront |
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| SIM-free | £159.00 | £114.99 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which has the better screen, the Samsung Galaxy A17 or Samsung Galaxy A42 5G?
The Samsung Galaxy A17 has the bigger screen at 6.7" compared to the Samsung Galaxy A42 5G's 6.6", the Samsung Galaxy A42 5G has the sharper display at 399 pixels per inch versus 385, and both use Super AMOLED panels.
Which has the better camera, the Samsung Galaxy A17 or Samsung Galaxy A42 5G?
The Samsung Galaxy A17 features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy A42 5G has a 48 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 A42 5G?
The Samsung Galaxy A42 5G is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £114.99.
What storage options are available for the Samsung Galaxy A17 and Samsung Galaxy A42 5G?
The Samsung Galaxy A17 is available in 128GB, while the Samsung Galaxy A42 5G comes in 128GB.
What processors do the Samsung Galaxy A17 and Samsung Galaxy A42 5G use?
The Samsung Galaxy A17 is powered by the Exynos 1330 (5 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy A42 5G uses the Qualcomm SM7225 Snapdragon 750 5G.
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Samsung Galaxy A17 or Samsung Galaxy A42 5G?
The Samsung Galaxy A42 5G is the more portable of the two: they weigh about the same (192 grams vs 190 grams), it's also the more compact phone at 164.4 x 75.9 x 8.6 mm, the Samsung Galaxy A17 is slimmer at 7.5mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the Samsung Galaxy A17 or Samsung Galaxy A42 5G?
The Samsung Galaxy A17 is rated IP54, dust and splash resistant, while the Samsung Galaxy A42 5G is rated Not rated.
What operating system do the Samsung Galaxy A17 and Samsung Galaxy A42 5G run?
The Samsung Galaxy A17 runs Android and the Samsung Galaxy A42 5G runs Android 10. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.