Samsung Galaxy A17 vs Samsung Galaxy A70

Our Verdict: If you are choosing between Samsung Galaxy A70 and Samsung Galaxy A17, camera hardware is the main reason to lean one way. The A17 has a higher-resolution 50MP rear camera, a larger 5,000 mAh battery, and its IP54, dust and splash resistant rating; the A70 mainly responds with a higher-resolution 32MP front camera and a 4.4/5 expert-review average from 9 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 camera hardware, while the A70 is the one to consider for simplicity.

If you'd rather pay up front, the A70 is the cheaper buy at £110 SIM-free.

Expert Rating
3.5
11 reviews
4.3
10 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 £109.99
Samsung Galaxy A17 Samsung Galaxy A17 Samsung Galaxy A70 Samsung Galaxy A70
Expert Rating 3.5
11 reviews
4.3
10 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
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SIM-free £159.00 £109.99
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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 £109.99.

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.