Samsung Galaxy A17 vs Samsung Galaxy A70

Name: Samsung Galaxy A70
Brand: Samsung
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.4 (9 reviews)

Our Verdict: On hardware, Galaxy A17 pulls ahead through 5G support where Galaxy A70 tops out at 4G and a higher-resolution 50MP rear camera on paper. The reason to keep Galaxy A70 in mind is a stronger 32MP selfie camera and a lighter 183g body. If you'd rather pay up front, the A70 is the cheaper buy at £145 SIM-free. That leaves Galaxy A17 the better fit for 5G connectivity, while Galaxy A70 is better for camera hardware.

If you'd rather pay up front, the A70 is the cheaper buy at £120 SIM-free.

Expert Rating

3.5
11 reviews 4.4
9 reviews

Screen

6.7" 6.7"

Display

Super AMOLED Super AMOLED

Resolution

1080 x 2340 1080 x 2400

Pixels Per Inch

385 393

Rear Camera

50 Megapixels 32 Megapixels

Front Camera

13 Megapixels 32 Megapixels

Chipset

Exynos 1330 (5 nm) Qualcomm SDM675 Snapdragon 675

Battery

5,000 mAh 4,500 mAh

Storage

128GB 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 164.3 x 76.7 x 7.9 mm

Weight

192 grams 183 grams

Water Resistance

IP54, dust and splash resistant Not rated

Contracts

£5.00/mo (£125.00 upfront) -

SIM-free

£159.00 £119.99

Prices updated 11 August 2026

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	Samsung Galaxy A17	Samsung Galaxy A70
Expert Rating	3.5 11 reviews	4.4 9 reviews
Screen	6.7"	6.7"
Display	Super AMOLED	Super AMOLED
Resolution	1080 x 2340	1080 x 2400
Pixels Per Inch	385	393
Rear Camera	50 Megapixels	32 Megapixels
Front Camera	13 Megapixels	32 Megapixels
Chipset	Exynos 1330 (5 nm)	Qualcomm SDM675 Snapdragon 675
Battery	5,000 mAh	4,500 mAh
Storage	128GB	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	164.3 x 76.7 x 7.9 mm
Weight	192 grams	183 grams
Water Resistance	IP54, dust and splash resistant	Not rated
Contracts	£5.00/mo £125.00 upfront	-
SIM-free	£159.00	£119.99
Prices updated 11 August 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which has the better screen, the Samsung Galaxy A17 or Samsung Galaxy A70?

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 A70?

The Samsung Galaxy A17 features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy A70 has a 32 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 A70?

The Samsung Galaxy A70 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £119.99.

What storage options are available for the Samsung Galaxy A17 and Samsung Galaxy A70?

The Samsung Galaxy A17 is available in 128GB, while the Samsung Galaxy A70 comes in 128GB.

What processors do the Samsung Galaxy A17 and Samsung Galaxy A70 use?

The Samsung Galaxy A17 is powered by the Exynos 1330 (5 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy A70 uses the Qualcomm SDM675 Snapdragon 675.

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Samsung Galaxy A17 or Samsung Galaxy A70?

The Samsung Galaxy A70 is the more portable of the two: it's 9g lighter at 183 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 164.3 x 76.7 x 7.9 mm, the Samsung Galaxy A17 is slimmer at 7.5mm thick.

Which is more water resistant, the Samsung Galaxy A17 or Samsung Galaxy A70?

The Samsung Galaxy A17 is rated IP54, dust and splash resistant, while the Samsung Galaxy A70 is rated Not rated.

What operating system do the Samsung Galaxy A17 and Samsung Galaxy A70 run?

Both phones run Android.