Samsung Galaxy A17 vs Samsung Galaxy A50

Name: Samsung Galaxy A50
Brand: Samsung
Rating: 4.0 (11 reviews)

Our Verdict: If you are choosing between Samsung Galaxy A50 and Samsung Galaxy A17, screen size is the main reason to lean one way. The A17 has a larger 6.7-inch screen, a higher-resolution 50MP rear camera, and a higher-resolution 13MP front camera; the A50 mainly responds with a lighter 166g body and a 4.0/5 expert-review average from 7 reviews. A bigger mAh figure is useful context, but real battery life still depends on software and chipset efficiency. The A17 is the better fit for screen size, while the A50 is the one to consider for portability.

Expert Rating

3.5
11 reviews 4.0
11 reviews

Screen

6.7" 6.4"

Display

Super AMOLED Super AMOLED

Resolution

1080 x 2340 1080 x 2340

Pixels Per Inch

385 403

Rear Camera

50 Megapixels 25 Megapixels

Front Camera

13 Megapixels 8 Megapixels

Chipset

Exynos 1330 (5 nm) Exynos 9610

Battery

5,000 mAh 4,000 mAh

Storage

128GB 64GB, 128GB

Android Android

SIM Type

nano-SIM and e-SIM Nano SIM

Connectivity

Up to 5G Up to 4G

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 158.5 x 74.7 x 7.7 mm

Weight

192 grams 166 grams

Water Resistance

IP54, dust and splash resistant IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes

Contracts

£5.00/mo (£125.00 upfront) -

SIM-free

£197.00 -

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	Samsung Galaxy A17	Samsung Galaxy A50
Expert Rating	3.5 11 reviews	4.0 11 reviews
Screen	6.7"	6.4"
Display	Super AMOLED	Super AMOLED
Resolution	1080 x 2340	1080 x 2340
Pixels Per Inch	385	403
Rear Camera	50 Megapixels	25 Megapixels
Front Camera	13 Megapixels	8 Megapixels
Chipset	Exynos 1330 (5 nm)	Exynos 9610
Battery	5,000 mAh	4,000 mAh
Storage	128GB	64GB, 128GB
OS	Android	Android
SIM Type	nano-SIM and e-SIM	Nano SIM
Connectivity	Up to 5G	Up to 4G
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	158.5 x 74.7 x 7.7 mm
Weight	192 grams	166 grams
Water Resistance	IP54, dust and splash resistant	IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes
Contracts	£5.00/mo £125.00 upfront	-
SIM-free	£197.00	-
	Deals	Deals

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which has the better screen, the Samsung Galaxy A17 or Samsung Galaxy A50?

The Samsung Galaxy A17 has the bigger screen at 6.7" compared to the Samsung Galaxy A50's 6.4", the Samsung Galaxy A50 has the sharper display at 403 pixels per inch versus 385, and both use Super AMOLED panels.

Which has the better camera, the Samsung Galaxy A17 or Samsung Galaxy A50?

The Samsung Galaxy A17 features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy A50 has a 25 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 and Samsung Galaxy A50?

The Samsung Galaxy A17 is available in 128GB, while the Samsung Galaxy A50 comes in 64GB, 128GB.

What processors do the Samsung Galaxy A17 and Samsung Galaxy A50 use?

The Samsung Galaxy A17 is powered by the Exynos 1330 (5 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy A50 uses the Exynos 9610.

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Samsung Galaxy A17 or Samsung Galaxy A50?

The Samsung Galaxy A50 is the more portable of the two: it's 26g lighter at 166 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 158.5 x 74.7 x 7.7 mm.

Which is more water resistant, the Samsung Galaxy A17 or Samsung Galaxy A50?

The Samsung Galaxy A17 is rated IP54, dust and splash resistant, while the Samsung Galaxy A50 is rated IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes.

What operating system do the Samsung Galaxy A17 and Samsung Galaxy A50 run?

Both phones run Android.