Samsung Galaxy F17

Name: Samsung Galaxy F17
Brand: Samsung
SKU: 8988

Manufacturer: Samsung

The Samsung Galaxy F17 is a mid-range smartphone built around a large 6.7″ OLED/AMOLED screen running at 90Hz with a resolution of 1080 x 2340 pixels and a pixel density of 385 ppi. The display benefits from Gorilla Glass Victus protection and supports Always-On Display functionality, making it a practical daily driver for users who spend considerable time on their screens. The device runs Android 15 and sits within a 7.5 mm-thin chassis weighing 192 g, carrying an IP54 rating for basic splash and dust resistance.

Under the hood, the F17 is powered by the Samsung Exynos 1330 chipset, built on a 5 nm process with an octa-core CPU configuration clocked at up to 2.4 GHz, paired with 6 GB of LPDDR5 RAM and 128 GB of internal storage expandable via a microSD slot. The triple rear camera system leads with a 50 MP main sensor and includes optical image stabilization, phase-detection autofocus, and slow-motion video support, while a 13 MP front camera handles selfies. Connectivity covers 5G, Wi-Fi 5, Bluetooth 5.3, and NFC, and the 5000 mAh battery supports 25W wired fast charging, though wireless charging is not available.

Pros

The 6.7-inch OLED display with a 90Hz refresh rate, 385 ppi pixel density, and Gorilla Glass Victus protection makes for a sharp and durable screen well-suited to everyday use
A 5000 mAh battery paired with 25W fast charging provides a substantial power reserve with reasonably quick replenishment via cable
5G connectivity, Bluetooth 5.3, NFC, and dual SIM support cover a wide range of modern communication and payment needs
The triple rear camera system includes optical image stabilization, phase-detection autofocus, and a solid set of manual controls including ISO, exposure, white balance, and focus
IP54-rated water resistance offers a meaningful layer of protection against splashes and dust in daily conditions
An Always-On Display and expandable storage via a dedicated memory slot add practical convenience for regular users

Cons

No wireless charging or reverse wireless charging is available, limiting charging flexibility
The absence of a 3.5 mm headphone jack and lack of any advanced Bluetooth audio codec support — including aptX, aptX HD, LDAC, and aptX Adaptive — restricts wired and high-quality wireless audio options
Video recording is capped at 1080p at 30 fps, with no HDR10 or Dolby Vision recording support
The single mono speaker setup offers no stereo audio experience
Wi-Fi support is limited to Wi-Fi 4 and Wi-Fi 5, with no Wi-Fi 6 or higher available
The main camera offers no optical zoom and does not support RAW image capture, reducing flexibility for more demanding photography needs

Who is this for?

This device is well-suited to everyday users who prioritize a large, vivid display for media consumption, browsing, and general communication — the 6.7-inch OLED panel with 90Hz refresh rate and Always-On Display caters well to those who spend significant time on their screen. Users who need reliable all-day endurance will appreciate the 5000 mAh battery with 25W fast charging, while the dual SIM setup, 5G support, and NFC make it a practical choice for people who frequently travel or rely on contactless payments. The IP54 rating and Gorilla Glass Victus protection also make it a reasonable fit for users who want a degree of resilience against everyday wear and accidental splashes.

Who is this NOT for?

Users who demand a rich audio experience will find this device limiting, as there is no 3.5 mm headphone jack, no stereo speakers, and no support for advanced wireless audio codecs such as LDAC or aptX. Those with a strong interest in photography or videography may also be disappointed by the 1080p video cap with no HDR10 recording, the absence of optical zoom, and the lack of RAW capture support. Additionally, users who rely on wireless charging or want high-fidelity audio through Bluetooth accessories will need to look elsewhere, as neither wireless charging nor any high-resolution Bluetooth audio format is available on this device.

Design:

water resistance	Water resistant
weight	192 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 F17 has a non-folding, non-rugged design that measures 164.4 mm tall, 77.9 mm wide, and 7.5 mm thick, with a total volume of 96.0507 cm³ and a weight of 192 g. It carries an IP54 rating, meaning it offers a degree of protection against dust and water splashes, qualifying it as water resistant for everyday conditions.

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 F17 features a 6.7″ OLED/AMOLED touchscreen with a resolution of 1080 x 2340 px and a pixel density of 385 ppi, delivering a sharp and vivid visual experience. The display runs at a 90Hz refresh rate and reaches a typical brightness of 800 nits, while Gorilla Glass Victus provides damage resistance. Always-On Display is supported, though the panel does not support HDR10, HDR10+, or Dolby Vision, and there is no secondary screen.

Performance:

internal storage	128GB
RAM	6GB
Chipset (SoC) name	Samsung Exynos 1330
GPU name	Mali G68 MP2
CPU speed	2 x 2.4 & 6 x 2 GHz
GPU clock speed	800 MHz
Has integrated LTE	✓
RAM speed	3200 MHz
semiconductor size	5 nm
Supports 64-bit	✓
DirectX version	DirectX 12
Has integrated graphics	✓
OpenGL ES version	3.2
Uses big.LITTLE technology	✓
CPU threads	8 threads
Has NX bit	✓
maximum memory bandwidth	51.2 GB/s
OpenCL version	2
maximum memory amount	8GB
GPU turbo	950 MHz
Thermal Design Power (TDP)	5W
DDR memory version	5

The Samsung Galaxy F17 is driven by the Samsung Exynos 1330, a 5 nm chipset with an octa-core CPU arranged in a big.LITTLE configuration — two cores clocked at 2.4 GHz and six at 2 GHz — delivering 8 threads and a TDP of 5W. The SoC includes integrated LTE, integrated graphics via the Mali G68 MP2 GPU (clocked at 800 MHz with a turbo frequency of 950 MHz), and supports DirectX 12, OpenGL ES 3.2, and OpenCL 2. The device comes with 6 GB of LPDDR5 RAM running at 3200 MHz, a maximum supported memory amount of 8 GB, and a peak memory bandwidth of 51.2 GB/s, alongside 128 GB of internal storage. The platform is fully 64-bit capable and includes NX bit support for hardware-level security.

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 F17 sports a triple rear camera system with sensors at 50 MP, 5 MP, and 2 MP and corresponding apertures of f/1.8, f/2.2, and f/2.4, backed by optical image stabilization and a CMOS sensor without back-illumination. Autofocus options include phase-detection and touch autofocus, as well as continuous autofocus during video recording, though laser autofocus is not available. Video capture tops out at 1080p at 30 fps with slow-motion support, while HDR10 recording and Dolby Vision recording are not supported. Manual controls cover exposure, ISO, focus, and white balance, but manual shutter speed and RAW capture are absent; additional shooting modes include burst, panorama, and timelapse. A single LED flash is present on the rear, with no dual-tone or RGB flash, and the front camera offers 13 MP at f/2.0 without a flash, a secondary lens, or an under-display placement.

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 F17 runs Android 15 and includes a broad set of privacy controls, covering clipboard warnings, location privacy options, camera and microphone access management, and the ability to block app tracking, though cross-site tracking blocking and Mail Privacy Protection are not available. On the usability side, the device supports dark mode, dynamic theming, theme customization, widgets, split-screen multitasking, Picture-in-Picture, full-page screenshots, a media picker, customizable notifications, and the ability to play games while they download. On-device machine learning is present, alongside Live Text, offline voice recognition, voice commands, phone tracking, multi-user support, a child lock, app offloading, battery health check, and an extra dim mode. Wi-Fi password sharing, focus modes, Quick Start, and the ability to function as a PC are not supported, and OS updates are not delivered directly from the vendor.

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 Samsung Galaxy F17 is equipped with a 5000 mAh rechargeable, non-removable battery that supports 25W wired fast charging and includes a battery level indicator. Wireless charging and reverse wireless charging are not available.

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	✕

On the audio side, the Samsung Galaxy F17 has a notably limited feature set — it lacks a 3.5 mm headphone jack, stereo speakers, and a radio. Wireless audio codec support is also absent, with no aptX, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive, aptX Lossless, or LDAC available.

Connectivity & Features:

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	2550 MBits/s
upload speed	1280 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	✕

The Samsung Galaxy F17 supports 5G connectivity along with Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) and Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), and accommodates two SIM cards. Bluetooth 5.3 and NFC are both included, while the USB Type-C port operates at USB 2.0 speeds. The device offers peak download and upload speeds of 2550 Mbits/s and 1280 Mbits/s respectively, and storage can be expanded via an external memory slot. For navigation and sensing, it includes GPS with Galileo support, a compass, gyroscope, and accelerometer, though a barometer, infrared sensor, heart rate monitor, and ANT+ are absent. Security is handled by a fingerprint scanner, with no iris scanner, 3D facial recognition, or stylus included, and features such as crash detection, emergency SOS via satellite, DLNA certification, HDMI output, motion tracking, optical tracking, and a built-in projector are not present.

Miscellaneous:

has a video light	✓
Has sapphire glass display	✕
Has a curved display	✕
Has an e-paper display	✕

The Samsung Galaxy F17 includes a video light for recording in low-light conditions, but does not feature a sapphire glass display, a curved display, or an e-paper display.

Final Verdict

The Samsung Galaxy F17 is a solid mid-range smartphone that centers its appeal around a large OLED display with Gorilla Glass Victus protection, a long-lasting 5000 mAh battery with 25W fast charging, and a well-rounded connectivity package including 5G, NFC, and Bluetooth 5.3. Running Android 15 with a broad set of privacy controls and productivity features, it covers the essentials comfortably for everyday users. Where it falls short — particularly in audio output, video recording ceiling, and the absence of wireless charging — reflects the measured nature of its specification set rather than fundamental design flaws. For users whose daily needs revolve around screen time, reliable battery life, and modern connectivity, the Galaxy F17 makes a coherent and capable case for itself.