Samsung Galaxy A17 vs TCL 605 4G

Our Verdict: If you are choosing between TCL 605 4G and Samsung Galaxy A17, display quality is the main reason to lean one way. The Samsung has a sharper 385 PPI display, its Super AMOLED panel, and a higher-resolution 13MP front camera; the TCL mainly responds with a 6.7-inch IPS LCD display at 262 PPI, a 50MP rear camera, and a 5MP front camera. The Samsung is the better fit for display quality, while the TCL is the one to consider for simplicity.

Over a full contract, the 605 4G works out around £170 all-in, about £91 less than the A17.

Screen

6.7" 6.7"

Display

Super AMOLED IPS LCD, 90Hz

Resolution

1080 x 2340 720 x 1600

Pixels Per Inch

385 262

Rear Camera

50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels

Front Camera

13 Megapixels 5 Megapixels

Chipset

Exynos 1330 (5 nm) Mediatek Helio G81 (12 nm)

Battery

5,000 mAh 5,010 mAh

Storage

128GB 128GB

Android Android 15

SIM Type

nano-SIM and e-SIM Nano 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 5.1 with A2DP, LE

Dimensions

164.4 x 77.9 x 7.5 mm 165.6 x 76.2 x 8.3 mm

Weight

192 grams 190 grams

Water Resistance

IP54, dust and splash resistant IP54, dust and splash resistant

Contracts

£5.00/mo (£125.00 upfront) £5.04/mo (£49.00 upfront)

SIM-free

£144.99 -

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	Samsung Galaxy A17	TCL 605 4G
Screen	6.7"	6.7"
Display	Super AMOLED	IPS LCD, 90Hz
Resolution	1080 x 2340	720 x 1600
Pixels Per Inch	385	262
Rear Camera	50 Megapixels	50 Megapixels
Front Camera	13 Megapixels	5 Megapixels
Chipset	Exynos 1330 (5 nm)	Mediatek Helio G81 (12 nm)
Battery	5,000 mAh	5,010 mAh
Storage	128GB	128GB
OS	Android	Android 15
SIM Type	nano-SIM and e-SIM	Nano 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	5.1 with A2DP, LE
Dimensions	164.4 x 77.9 x 7.5 mm	165.6 x 76.2 x 8.3 mm
Weight	192 grams	190 grams
Water Resistance	IP54, dust and splash resistant	IP54, dust and splash resistant
Contracts	£5.00/mo £125.00 upfront	£5.04/mo £49.00 upfront
SIM-free	£144.99	-
	Deals	Deals

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Samsung Galaxy A17 or TCL 605 4G cheaper on contract?

Based on total cost of ownership, the TCL 605 4G is cheaper on contract at £169.96 over the life of the deal from £5.04 per month with £49.00 upfront.

Which has the better screen, the Samsung Galaxy A17 or TCL 605 4G?

Both phones have a similar screen size at around 6.7", the Samsung Galaxy A17 has the sharper display at 385 pixels per inch versus 262, and the Samsung Galaxy A17 uses a Super AMOLED panel while the TCL 605 4G has a IPS LCD, 90Hz.

Which has the better camera, the Samsung Galaxy A17 or TCL 605 4G?

The Samsung Galaxy A17 features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the TCL 605 4G has a 50 Megapixels rear camera. Both devices also have front-facing cameras for selfies and video calls.

What storage options are available for the Samsung Galaxy A17 and TCL 605 4G?

The Samsung Galaxy A17 is available in 128GB, while the TCL 605 4G comes in 128GB.

What processors do the Samsung Galaxy A17 and TCL 605 4G use?

The Samsung Galaxy A17 is powered by the Exynos 1330 (5 nm), while the TCL 605 4G uses the Mediatek Helio G81 (12 nm).

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Samsung Galaxy A17 or TCL 605 4G?

The TCL 605 4G is the more portable of the two: they weigh about the same (192 grams vs 190 grams), it's also the more compact phone at 165.6 x 76.2 x 8.3 mm, the Samsung Galaxy A17 is slimmer at 7.5mm thick.

Which is more water resistant, the Samsung Galaxy A17 or TCL 605 4G?

Both phones share the same water resistance rating of IP54, dust and splash resistant.

What operating system do the Samsung Galaxy A17 and TCL 605 4G run?

The Samsung Galaxy A17 runs Android and the TCL 605 4G 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.