Samsung Galaxy F17

The Samsung Galaxy F17 has a sleek design with a water-resistant build, offering an IP54 rating for protection against dust and water. It weighs 192g and has dimensions of 164.4mm in height, 77.9mm in width, and a slim 7.5mm thickness, providing a comfortable fit in the hand. The phone has a volume of 96.0507 cm³ and does not feature a rugged build or folding capabilities, making it more suited for everyday use.

The Samsung Galaxy F17 features a 6.7-inch OLED/AMOLED display with a resolution of 1080 x 2340 pixels, offering a pixel density of 385 ppi. The screen boasts a typical brightness of 800 nits and is protected by Gorilla Glass Victus, providing damage resistance. It supports an Always-On Display feature, but does not support HDR10, HDR10+, or Dolby Vision, and lacks a secondary screen.

The Samsung Galaxy F17 is powered by the Samsung Exynos 1330 chipset paired with 6GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage. Its CPU features a configuration of 2 high-performance cores running at 2.4 GHz and 6 efficient cores at 2 GHz, while the GPU is the Mali G68 MP2 with a clock speed of 800 MHz. The device supports 64-bit processing and features a 5nm semiconductor size for improved performance and efficiency. It also integrates LTE, has DirectX 12 support, and offers a maximum memory bandwidth of 51.2 GB/s, making it well-suited for multitasking and handling demanding applications.

The Samsung Galaxy F17 is equipped with a versatile triple-camera setup featuring 50MP, 5MP, and 2MP lenses, offering a wide aperture range from f/1.8 to f/2.4. The camera supports optical image stabilization for clearer photos and videos, and includes advanced features like phase-detection autofocus, manual exposure, and burst mode. The device also supports slow-motion video recording and HDR for enhanced photo quality, while the 13MP front camera is ideal for selfies with a wide aperture of f/2.0.

The Samsung Galaxy F17 runs on Android 15 and offers a variety of privacy and customization features, including location privacy options, camera/microphone access control, and clipboard warnings. It also supports theme customization, dynamic theming, and customizable notifications. The phone provides advanced functionalities such as offline voice recognition, split screen multitasking, and the ability to block app tracking, while also offering features like Live Text and full-page screenshots.

The device is equipped with a robust 5000 mAh rechargeable battery, providing long-lasting power for everyday use. It supports fast charging at a speed of 25W, ensuring quick power-ups when needed. The battery level is easily monitored with a built-in battery level indicator, though it does not support wireless or reverse wireless charging, nor does it feature a removable battery.

The audio capabilities of this device do not include a 3.5 mm audio jack, stereo speakers, or any advanced Bluetooth audio technologies such as aptX, LDAC, or aptX HD. Additionally, it does not feature a built-in radio. These limitations make it less suited for users who prioritize traditional wired audio or high-fidelity wireless audio streaming.

This device offers a range of connectivity options, including 5G support, NFC, Bluetooth 5.3, and Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) and Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac). It supports dual SIM cards and features an external memory slot for additional storage. With USB Type-C and a fingerprint scanner for security, it also provides GPS and compass functionality, along with a gyroscope and accelerometer for motion sensing. However, it lacks features such as satellite SOS, infrared sensor, and barometer.

This device is equipped with a video light for enhanced illumination during video recording. However, it does not feature a sapphire glass display, curved display, or an e-paper display.