Galaxy A57 vs Galaxy A17 5G: Which Samsung Should You Buy?
Short answer: the A57 is the better phone, but it costs about twice as much. The A17 5G is plenty for calls, social apps and video.
Both have a 6.7-inch AMOLED screen and a 5,000 mAh battery. The A57 adds a faster screen, faster charging and a slimmer body.
| Samsung Galaxy A57 5G | Samsung Galaxy A17 5G | |
|---|---|---|
| Released | On sale from April 10, 2026 | Announced August 6, 2025 |
| Display | 6.7" Super AMOLED Plus, 120Hz | 6.7" Super AMOLED, 90Hz |
| Chipset | Exynos 1680 | Exynos 1330 |
| RAM | 8GB | 4GB |
| Storage | From 128GB | From 128GB |
| Rear cameras | 50MP main + 13MP ultrawide + 5MP macro | 50MP main + 5MP ultrawide + 2MP macro |
| Battery | 5,000 mAh | 5,000 mAh |
| Charging | 45W | 25W |
| Weight | 179 g | 192 g |
| Price (USD) | $550 | $277 |
What you get for the extra money
- A 120Hz screen, against 90Hz
- 45W charging, against 25W
- A faster Exynos 1680 chip
- More RAM (up to 12GB) and a thinner, lighter body (179 g)
What the Galaxy A17 5G does well
- A much lower price
- A microSD slot for extra storage
- The same 5,000 mAh battery
Read the full guides to the Samsung Galaxy A57 5G and the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G. Prices are approximate and the A17 5G price is converted from its European price.
Frequently asked questions
What is the price difference between the Galaxy A57 and A17 5G?
The A57 is about $550 in the US, while the A17 5G launched in Europe at EUR 239 (about $277).
Which has faster charging?
The Galaxy A57 supports 45W charging. The Galaxy A17 5G supports 25W.
Does the Galaxy A17 5G have a microSD slot?
Yes, it supports microSD cards up to 2TB.