Samsung Galaxy A17 vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8

Our Verdict: The clearest split between Samsung Galaxy A17 and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is display quality against simplicity. For the Z Fold8, that means a larger 7.6-inch screen, a sharper 416 PPI display, and its LTPO AMOLED 2X panel. The A17 is easier to recommend for its Super AMOLED panel. Go with the Z Fold8 for display quality; lean toward the A17 if simplicity is higher on your list.

Over a full contract, the A17 works out around £261 all-in, about £1110 less than the Z Fold8.

Expert Rating
3.5
11 reviews
4.4
10 reviews
Screen
6.7" 7.6"
Display
Super AMOLED LTPO AMOLED 2X, 120Hz, Corning Gorilla Glass Ceramic 2
Resolution
1080 x 2340 1828 x 2584
Pixels Per Inch
385 416
Rear Camera
50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
13 Megapixels 10 Megapixels
Chipset
Exynos 1330 (5 nm) Qualcomm SM8750-AC Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm)
Battery
5,000 mAh 4,800 mAh
Storage
128GB 256GB, 512GB, 1TB
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/6/7
Bluetooth
5.3 with A2DP, LE 5.4, A2DP, LE, aptX HD
Dimensions
164.4 x 77.9 x 7.5 mm 161.4 x 123.9 x 4.9 mm
Weight
192 grams 199 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) £20.00/mo (£875.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£149.99 £1656.99
Samsung Galaxy A17 Samsung Galaxy A17 Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
Expert Rating 3.5
11 reviews
4.4
10 reviews
Screen 6.7" 7.6"
Display Super AMOLED LTPO AMOLED 2X, 120Hz, Corning Gorilla Glass Ceramic 2
Resolution 1080 x 2340 1828 x 2584
Pixels Per Inch 385 416
Rear Camera 50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 13 Megapixels 10 Megapixels
Chipset Exynos 1330 (5 nm) Qualcomm SM8750-AC Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm)
Battery 5,000 mAh 4,800 mAh
Storage 128GB 256GB, 512GB, 1TB
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/6/7
Bluetooth 5.3 with A2DP, LE 5.4, A2DP, LE, aptX HD
Dimensions 164.4 x 77.9 x 7.5 mm 161.4 x 123.9 x 4.9 mm
Weight 192 grams 199 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
£20.00/mo
£875.00 upfront
SIM-free £149.99 £1656.99
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Samsung Galaxy A17
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Samsung Galaxy A17 or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 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 Fold8?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 has the bigger screen at 7.6" compared to the Samsung Galaxy A17's 6.7", the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 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 Z Fold8 has a LTPO AMOLED 2X, 120Hz, Corning Gorilla Glass Ceramic 2.

Which has the better camera, the Samsung Galaxy A17 or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?

The Samsung Galaxy A17 features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 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 Fold8?

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 Fold8?

The Samsung Galaxy A17 is available in 128GB, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 comes in 256GB, 512GB, 1TB.

What processors do the Samsung Galaxy A17 and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 use?

The Samsung Galaxy A17 is powered by the Exynos 1330 (5 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 uses the Qualcomm SM8750-AC Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm).

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Samsung Galaxy A17 or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?

The Samsung Galaxy A17 is the more portable of the two: it's 7g lighter at 192 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 164.4 x 77.9 x 7.5 mm, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is slimmer at 4.9mm thick.

Which is more water resistant, the Samsung Galaxy A17 or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?

The Samsung Galaxy A17 is rated IP54, dust and splash resistant, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 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 Fold8 run?

Both phones run Android.