Samsung Galaxy A17 vs Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8

Our Verdict: If you are choosing between Samsung Galaxy A17 and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8, display quality is the main reason to lean one way. The A17 has its Super AMOLED panel and a larger 5,000 mAh battery; the Z Flip8 mainly responds with its Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X panel, a lighter 180g body, and 256GB to 512GB storage. 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 display quality, while the Z Flip8 is the one to consider for portability.

The A17 is the cheaper one to own: around £261 over a typical contract, £574 less than the Z Flip8.

Screen
6.7" 6.9"
Display
Super AMOLED Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
Resolution
1080 x 2340 1080 x 2520
Pixels Per Inch
385 397
Rear Camera
50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
13 Megapixels 10 Megapixels
Chipset
Exynos 1330 (5 nm) Exynos 2600 (2 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 180 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) £10.00/mo (£579.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£149.99 £1147.00
Samsung Galaxy A17 Samsung Galaxy A17 Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
Screen 6.7" 6.9"
Display Super AMOLED Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
Resolution 1080 x 2340 1080 x 2520
Pixels Per Inch 385 397
Rear Camera 50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 13 Megapixels 10 Megapixels
Chipset Exynos 1330 (5 nm) Exynos 2600 (2 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 180 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
£10.00/mo
£579.00 upfront
SIM-free £149.99 £1147.00
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Samsung Galaxy A17
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Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Samsung Galaxy A17 or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 cheaper on contract?

Based on total cost of ownership, the Samsung Galaxy A17 is cheaper on contract at £261.00 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 Flip8?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 has the bigger screen at 6.9" compared to the Samsung Galaxy A17's 6.7", the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 has the sharper display at 397 pixels per inch versus 385, and the Samsung Galaxy A17 uses a Super AMOLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 has a Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X.

Which has the better camera, the Samsung Galaxy A17 or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?

The Samsung Galaxy A17 features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 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 Flip8?

The Samsung Galaxy A17 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £149.99.

What storage options are available for the Samsung Galaxy A17 and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?

The Samsung Galaxy A17 is available in 128GB, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 comes in 256GB, 512GB.

What processors do the Samsung Galaxy A17 and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 use?

The Samsung Galaxy A17 is powered by the Exynos 1330 (5 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 uses the Exynos 2600 (2 nm).

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Samsung Galaxy A17 or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is the more portable of the two: it's 12g lighter at 180 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 Flip8?

The Samsung Galaxy A17 is rated IP54, dust and splash resistant, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 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 Flip8 run?

Both phones run Android.