Samsung Galaxy A17 vs Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7
The A17 is the cheaper one to own: around £256 over a typical contract, £630 less than the Z Flip7.
11 reviews 4.1
10 reviews
Prices updated 25 July 2026
Samsung Galaxy A17
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Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7
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| Expert Rating | 3.5 11 reviews |
4.1 10 reviews |
| Screen | 6.7" | 6.9" |
| Display | Super AMOLED | Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2340 | 1080 x 2460 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 385 | 389 |
| Rear Camera | 50 Megapixels | 50 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 13 Megapixels | 10 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Exynos 1330 (5 nm) | Qualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm) |
| Battery | 5,000 mAh | 4,300 mAh |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB, 512GB |
| OS | Android | Android |
| 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 | 166.7 x 75.2 x 6.9 mm |
| Weight | 192 grams | 187 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP54, dust and splash resistant | IP48 dust and water resistant (dust > 1mm; immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min) |
| Contracts |
£5.00/mo
£125.00 upfront |
£13.00/mo
£559.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £167.00 | £594.99 |
| Prices updated 25 July 2026 | ||
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Samsung Galaxy A17 or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 cheaper on contract?
Based on total cost of ownership, the Samsung Galaxy A17 is cheaper on contract at £256.40 over the life of the deal from £5.00 per month with £125.00 upfront.
Which has the better screen, the Samsung Galaxy A17 or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 has the bigger screen at 6.9" compared to the Samsung Galaxy A17's 6.7", both screens are similarly sharp at around 385 pixels per inch, and the Samsung Galaxy A17 uses a Super AMOLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 has a Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X.
Which has the better camera, the Samsung Galaxy A17 or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7?
The Samsung Galaxy A17 features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 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 Z Flip7?
The Samsung Galaxy A17 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £167.00.
What storage options are available for the Samsung Galaxy A17 and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7?
The Samsung Galaxy A17 is available in 128GB, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 comes in 256GB, 512GB.
What processors do the Samsung Galaxy A17 and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 use?
The Samsung Galaxy A17 is powered by the Exynos 1330 (5 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 uses the Qualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm).
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Samsung Galaxy A17 or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 is the more portable of the two: it's 5g lighter at 187 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 166.7 x 75.2 x 6.9 mm, and is slimmer at 6.9mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the Samsung Galaxy A17 or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7?
The Samsung Galaxy A17 is rated IP54, dust and splash resistant, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 is rated IP48 dust and water resistant (dust > 1mm; immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min).
What operating system do the Samsung Galaxy A17 and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 run?
Both phones run Android.