Samsung Galaxy A17 vs Samsung Galaxy S25 Enterprise Edition
Our Verdict: The Galaxy A17 and Galaxy S25 Enterprise Edition are both from the same brand, but the A17 is a mid-range phone and the S25 Enterprise Edition a flagship. There's more battery in the A17, 5000mAh to 4000mAh, which should mean longer between charges in day-to-day use, and the A17 has the bigger screen at 6.7" against 6.2", while the S25 Enterprise Edition has the sharper one at 416 PPI. The S25 Enterprise Edition is the lighter phone at 162g against 192g. The A17 doesn't just win on price; it holds its own on specs too, which makes it the easy pick unless something specific draws you to the S25 Enterprise Edition.
Buying outright, the A17 starts at £159 SIM-free.
Prices updated 27 July 2026
Samsung Galaxy A17
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Samsung Galaxy S25 Enterprise Edition
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| Screen | 6.7" | 6.2" |
| Display | Super AMOLED | Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2340 | 1080 x 2340 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 385 | 416 |
| Rear Camera | 50 Megapixels | 50 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 13 Megapixels | 12 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Exynos 1330 (5 nm) | Qualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm) |
| Battery | 5,000 mAh | 4,000 mAh |
| Storage | 128GB | 128GB |
| OS | Android | Android 15 |
| 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/6e/7 |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 with A2DP, LE | 5.4, A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 164.4 x 77.9 x 7.5 mm | 146.9 x 70.4 x 7.2 mm |
| Weight | 192 grams | 162 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 |
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| SIM-free | £159.00 | £549.00 |
| Prices updated 27 July 2026 | ||
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which has the better screen, the Samsung Galaxy A17 or Samsung Galaxy S25 Enterprise Edition?
The Samsung Galaxy A17 has the bigger screen at 6.7" compared to the Samsung Galaxy S25 Enterprise Edition's 6.2", the Samsung Galaxy S25 Enterprise Edition has the sharper display at 416 pixels per inch versus 385, and the Samsung Galaxy A17 uses a Super AMOLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy S25 Enterprise Edition has a Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X.
Which has the better camera, the Samsung Galaxy A17 or Samsung Galaxy S25 Enterprise Edition?
The Samsung Galaxy A17 features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy S25 Enterprise Edition 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 S25 Enterprise Edition?
The Samsung Galaxy A17 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £159.00.
What storage options are available for the Samsung Galaxy A17 and Samsung Galaxy S25 Enterprise Edition?
The Samsung Galaxy A17 is available in 128GB, while the Samsung Galaxy S25 Enterprise Edition comes in 128GB.
What processors do the Samsung Galaxy A17 and Samsung Galaxy S25 Enterprise Edition use?
The Samsung Galaxy A17 is powered by the Exynos 1330 (5 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy S25 Enterprise Edition uses the Qualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm).
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Samsung Galaxy A17 or Samsung Galaxy S25 Enterprise Edition?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Enterprise Edition is the more portable of the two: it's 30g lighter at 162 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 146.9 x 70.4 x 7.2 mm.
Which is more water resistant, the Samsung Galaxy A17 or Samsung Galaxy S25 Enterprise Edition?
The Samsung Galaxy A17 is rated IP54, dust and splash resistant, while the Samsung Galaxy S25 Enterprise Edition 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 S25 Enterprise Edition run?
The Samsung Galaxy A17 runs Android and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Enterprise Edition runs Android 15. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.