Design:
| water resistance |
Water resistant |
| weight |
190 g |
| thickness |
7.5 mm |
| width |
77.9 mm |
| height |
164.4 mm |
| volume |
96.0507 cm³ |
| Ingress Protection (IP) rating |
IP54 |
| has a rugged build |
✕ |
| can be folded |
✕ |
The Samsung Galaxy A17 4G features a sleek design with a weight of 190g and a slim profile at just 7.5 mm in thickness. Its dimensions are 164.4 mm in height and 77.9 mm in width, offering a comfortable feel in the hand. With a volume of 96.05 cm³, the device maintains a balanced size. It is also water resistant and comes with an IP54 rating for protection against dust and splashes, though it does not have a rugged build or the ability to fold.
Display:
| Display type |
OLED/AMOLED |
| screen size |
6.7" |
| pixel density |
385 ppi |
| resolution |
1080 x 2340 px |
| refresh rate |
90Hz |
| brightness (typical) |
800 nits |
| has branded damage-resistant glass |
✓ |
| Gorilla Glass version |
Gorilla Glass Victus |
| supports HDR10 |
✕ |
| supports HDR10+ |
✕ |
| Always-On Display |
✓ |
| supports Dolby Vision |
✕ |
| Has a secondary screen |
✕ |
| has a touch screen |
✓ |
The Samsung Galaxy A17 4G features a large 6.7-inch OLED/AMOLED display with a high resolution of 1080 x 2340 px and a pixel density of 385 ppi, ensuring sharp and vibrant visuals. The screen supports a smooth 90Hz refresh rate and offers a typical brightness of 800 nits for clear visibility even in bright conditions. It also comes equipped with Gorilla Glass Victus for added durability, though it does not support HDR10, Dolby Vision, or a secondary screen. Additionally, the Always-On Display functionality enhances usability, while the touch screen provides responsive interaction.
Performance:
| internal storage |
256GB |
| RAM |
8GB |
| Chipset (SoC) name |
Mediatek Helio G99 |
| GPU name |
Mali G57 |
| CPU speed |
2 x 2.2 & 6 x 2 GHz |
| Geekbench 6 result (multi) |
1979 |
| Geekbench 6 result (single) |
729 |
| GPU clock speed |
950 MHz |
| Has integrated LTE |
✓ |
| RAM speed |
4266 MHz |
| semiconductor size |
6 nm |
| Supports 64-bit |
✓ |
| DirectX version |
DirectX 11 |
| Has integrated graphics |
✓ |
| OpenGL ES version |
3.2 |
| Uses big.LITTLE technology |
✓ |
| CPU threads |
8 threads |
| Uses HMP |
✓ |
| Has TrustZone |
✓ |
| maximum memory bandwidth |
17.1 GB/s |
| OpenCL version |
2 |
| memory channels |
2 |
| eMMC version |
5.2 |
| maximum memory amount |
12GB |
| CPU temperature |
95 °C |
| GPU turbo |
2133 MHz |
| Thermal Design Power (TDP) |
5W |
| DDR memory version |
4 |
| shading units |
32 |
| supported displays |
2 |
The Samsung Galaxy A17 4G is powered by the Mediatek Helio G99 chipset and features 8GB of RAM for smooth multitasking. Its performance is further enhanced by the Mali G57 GPU and a maximum CPU speed of 2.2 GHz, ensuring efficient handling of tasks. The phone also supports 256GB of internal storage, providing ample space for apps and media. With 8 CPU threads and integrated graphics, it supports a range of advanced technologies, including 64-bit processing and DirectX 11. Additionally, the device boasts a high memory bandwidth of 17.1 GB/s and a GPU turbo speed of 2133 MHz for improved graphics performance.
Cameras:
| megapixels (main camera) |
50 & 5 & 2 MP |
| wide aperture (main camera) |
1.8 & 2.2 & 2.4f |
| Has a dual-lens (or multi-lens) main camera |
✓ |
| megapixels (front camera) |
13MP |
| has built-in optical image stabilization |
✓ |
| video recording (main camera) |
1080 x 30 fps |
| Has a dual-tone LED flash |
✕ |
| number of flash LEDs |
1 |
| has a BSI sensor |
✕ |
| has a CMOS sensor |
✓ |
| has continuous autofocus when recording movies |
✓ |
| Has phase-detection autofocus for photos |
✓ |
| supports slow-motion video recording |
✓ |
| has a built-in HDR mode |
✓ |
| has manual exposure |
✓ |
| has a flash |
✓ |
| optical zoom |
0x |
| has manual ISO |
✓ |
| has a serial shot mode |
✓ |
| has manual focus |
✓ |
| has a front camera |
✓ |
| Has laser autofocus |
✕ |
| Shoots 360° panorama |
✕ |
| has manual white balance |
✓ |
| shoots raw |
✕ |
| has touch autofocus |
✓ |
| has manual shutter speed |
✕ |
| can create panoramas in-camera |
✓ |
| wide aperture (front camera) |
2f |
| Has timelapse function |
✓ |
| Has a front-facing LED flash |
✕ |
| has a dual-lens (or multi-lens) front camera |
✕ |
| supports HDR10 recording |
✕ |
| supports Dolby Vision recording |
✕ |
| has a front-facing camera under the display |
✕ |
| Has a RGB LED flash |
✕ |
| has 3D photo/video recording capabilities |
✕ |
The Samsung Galaxy A17 4G comes equipped with a versatile triple-camera setup, featuring 50MP, 5MP, and 2MP sensors for various photography needs. The main camera has a wide aperture of f/1.8, f/2.2, and f/2.4, along with phase-detection autofocus, optical image stabilization, and the ability to record videos in 1080p at 30fps. The camera system also supports slow-motion video recording, manual focus, and HDR mode, allowing users to capture high-quality images in different conditions. On the front, a 13MP camera with a wide aperture of f/2.0 ensures clear selfies, while the phone also includes a flash and supports timelapse recording.
Operating system:
| Android version |
Android 15 |
| has clipboard warnings |
✓ |
| has location privacy options |
✓ |
| has camera/microphone privacy options |
✓ |
| has Mail Privacy Protection |
✕ |
| has theme customization |
✓ |
| can block app tracking |
✓ |
| blocks cross-site tracking |
✕ |
| has on-device machine learning |
✓ |
| has notification permissions |
✓ |
| has media picker |
✓ |
| Can play games while they download |
✓ |
| has dark mode |
✓ |
| has Wi-Fi password sharing |
✕ |
| has battery health check |
✓ |
| has an extra dim mode |
✓ |
| has focus modes |
✕ |
| has dynamic theming |
✓ |
| can offload apps |
✓ |
| Has customizable notifications |
✓ |
| has Live Text |
✓ |
| has full-page screenshots |
✓ |
| supports split screen |
✓ |
| gets direct OS updates |
✕ |
| has PiP |
✓ |
| Can be used as a PC |
✕ |
| Has sharing intents |
✓ |
| has a child lock |
✓ |
| Supports widgets |
✓ |
| Is free and open source |
✓ |
| Has offline voice recognition |
✓ |
| has voice commands |
✓ |
| Tracks the current position of a mobile device |
✓ |
| is a multi-user system |
✓ |
| has Quick Start |
✕ |
The Samsung Galaxy A17 4G runs on Android 15 and offers a range of privacy and customization features. Users can benefit from location privacy options, camera/microphone access controls, and clipboard warnings. The device supports theme customization, dynamic theming, and the ability to block app tracking. It also includes useful features like PiP (Picture-in-Picture), split-screen functionality, and full-page screenshots. Additionally, it offers offline voice recognition, customizable notifications, and the ability to offload apps for efficient storage management.
Battery:
| battery power |
5000 mAh |
| has wireless charging |
✕ |
| Supports fast charging |
✓ |
| charging speed |
25W |
| has reverse wireless charging |
✕ |
| has a removable battery |
✕ |
| has a battery level indicator |
✓ |
| has a rechargeable battery |
✓ |
The device is equipped with a powerful 5000 mAh battery, ensuring long-lasting usage throughout the day. It supports fast charging at 25W, enabling quick power-ups, though it does not feature wireless or reverse wireless charging. Additionally, the battery is rechargeable and includes a battery level indicator, but it is not removable.
Audio:
| has a socket for a 3.5 mm audio jack |
✕ |
| has stereo speakers |
✕ |
| has aptX |
✕ |
| has LDAC |
✕ |
| has aptX HD |
✕ |
| has aptX Adaptive |
✕ |
| has aptX Lossless |
✕ |
| Has a radio |
✓ |
This device does not feature a 3.5 mm audio jack or stereo speakers, nor does it support advanced Bluetooth audio codecs such as aptX, LDAC, or aptX HD. However, it does include a built-in radio for your listening pleasure.
Connectivity & Features:
| release date |
September 2025 |
| has 5G support |
✕ |
| Wi-Fi version |
Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) |
| SIM cards |
2 SIM |
| Bluetooth version |
5.3 |
| has an external memory slot |
✓ |
| Has USB Type-C |
✓ |
| USB version |
2 |
| has NFC |
✓ |
| download speed |
650 MBits/s |
| upload speed |
150 MBits/s |
| Has a fingerprint scanner |
✓ |
| has emergency SOS via satellite |
✕ |
| has crash detection |
✕ |
| is DLNA-certified |
✕ |
| has a gyroscope |
✓ |
| supports ANT+ |
✕ |
| Has a heart rate monitor |
✕ |
| has GPS |
✓ |
| has a compass |
✓ |
| supports Wi-Fi |
✓ |
| Has an infrared sensor |
✕ |
| has an accelerometer |
✓ |
| has a cellular module |
✓ |
| Has a barometer |
✕ |
| has an HDMI output |
✕ |
| Uses 3D facial recognition |
✕ |
| Has an iris scanner |
✕ |
| Stylus included |
✕ |
| supports Galileo |
✓ |
| Has motion tracking |
✕ |
| Has optical tracking |
✕ |
| Has a built-in projector |
✕ |
This device supports Wi-Fi 4 and Wi-Fi 5 for flexible connectivity and offers Bluetooth 5.3 for fast wireless connections. It also includes a USB Type-C port, an external memory slot, and supports NFC for convenient pairing and file transfers. Additional features include GPS, a gyroscope, and a fingerprint scanner for enhanced security, while it lacks support for 5G, satellite SOS, and several other advanced features.
Miscellaneous:
| has a video light |
✓ |
| Has sapphire glass display |
✕ |
| Has a curved display |
✕ |
| Has an e-paper display |
✕ |
This device is equipped with a video light for enhanced visibility in low-light environments, but it does not feature a sapphire glass display, a curved screen, or an e-paper display.