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Real specs. Clear sources.Exact variants · Checked 28 Sept 2026Apple iPhone 17e vs Samsung Galaxy A17 5G
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WHO EACH ONE SUITS
Choose the iPhone 17e if…
- you want a lighter phone: 170 g vs 192 g Source: Apple UK — iPhone 17e technical specifications (opens in a new tab)
- you want a longer claimed video playback: up to 26 vs 18 hours (manufacturer claims) Source: Apple UK — iPhone 17e technical specifications (opens in a new tab)
- you want a narrower body: 71.5 vs 77.9 mm Source: Apple UK — iPhone 17e technical specifications (opens in a new tab)
- you prefer the smaller 6.1″ screen Source: Apple UK — iPhone 17e technical specifications (opens in a new tab)
Choose the Galaxy A17 5G if…
- you want the larger 6.7″ screen Source: Samsung UK Galaxy A17 5G technical specifications — SM-A176BZKAEUB (opens in a new tab)
Samsung
Galaxy A17 5G
6.7″ · Super AMOLED · 90 Hz · Octa-core CPU (2.4 GHz and 2 GHz)
128 GB · Black · UK SM-A176BZKAEUBFull product profile
BlackListed configurations: iPhone 17e 256 GB, Galaxy A17 5G 128 GB. Storage is a tier you choose, not a difference between the models; no matching tier is listed for both yet.
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THE DIFFERENCES, MADE VISIBLE
Visual facts
Differences first. Select a topic for its graphic, sources and conditions.
How to read this comparison
How to read this comparison
- Manufacturer facts for the exact models shown. Not a quality rating or a test result.
- “Different” means the known values differ, not that one is better.
- Missing or conflicting evidence is marked and never counts as a difference. Source chips hold each fact’s sources and conditions.
Not verified for either phone, so not charted: Pixel density, Native zoom. Missing evidence is not a difference.
SPECIFICATIONS SIDE BY SIDE6 topics
SELECTED TOPIC
01 / 06
Chip and core configuration
A different chip or core configuration is a hardware change, not a measured performance uplift.
Galaxy A17 5G
0.6″ larger diagonal.
Bigger is a preference, not a quality score.
- iPhone 17e
- 6.1″
- Galaxy A17 5G
- 6.7″
Relative diagonals · illustrative shape, not actual size
DATA INCOMPLETE
Camera details matter.
Dedicated telephoto reach. No digital or crop zoom.
- iPhone 17e
- Not verified
- Galaxy A17 5G
- Not verified
Lens illustration · not an image-quality test
WHAT CHANGES BETWEEN THEM?
Full specifications ↓Key differences
13 verified differences, most decision-relevant first. 4 are also drawn in Visual facts above. 1 manufacturer description restating separately listed fields is grouped below. Missing information stays separate.
Chip and core configuration
In Visual factsiPhone 17eA19 chip 6-core CPU with 2 performance and 4 efficiency cores 4-core GPU with Neural Accelerators 16-core Neural Engine Hardware-accelerated ray tracing
Galaxy A17 5GOcta-core CPU (2.4 GHz and 2 GHz)
Sources
Galaxy A17 5G
Samsung's specification does not name the chipset.
Samsung UK Galaxy A17 5G technical specifications — SM-A176BZKAEUBDifferent hardware. A chip name or generation does not quantify real-world performance.
Up-to local video playback
In Visual factsiPhone 17e26 hours
Galaxy A17 5G18 hours
Sources
iPhone 17e
Manufacturer up-to claim, not measured mixed-use battery life. All battery claims depend on network configuration and many other factors; actual results will vary. Battery has limited recharge cycles and may eventually need to be replaced. Battery life and charge cycles vary by use and settings. See apple.com/uk/batteries and apple.com/uk/iphone/battery.html for more information. Testing conducted by Apple in January 2026 using pre-production iPhone 17e units and software, and USB‑C Charge Cable with Apple 20W USB‑C Power Adapter (Model A2305). Fast‑charge testing conducted with drained iPhone units. Times measured from the appearance of the Apple logo as the unit started up. Charge time varies with settings and environmental factors; actual results will vary.
Apple UK — iPhone 17e technical specificationsGalaxy A17 5G
Video Playback Time (Hours); manufacturer up-to claim. Protocols differ across brands.
Samsung UK Galaxy A17 5G technical specifications — SM-A176BZKAEUBManufacturer claims for the stated mode and equipment. Read each test condition; this is not measured everyday battery life.
Manufacturer update-policy information
iPhone 17eNo fixed update duration is listed in this manufacturer technical source.
Galaxy A17 5GSecurity updates until 31 August 2031
Sources
iPhone 17e
No support years or promised major-version count are inferred. The installed operating system is listed separately.
Apple UK — iPhone 17e technical specificationsGalaxy A17 5G
This is an end date for security updates, not a number of years remaining from purchase.
Samsung UK Galaxy A17 5G technical specifications — SM-A176BZKAEUBDistinguish Android upgrades from security coverage. A total term from launch is not the support remaining from today or from purchase.
Connector capabilities
iPhone 17eUSB-C connector with support for: Charging USB 2 (up to 480Mb/s)
Galaxy A17 5GUSB Type-C; USB 2.0
Sources
Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Native display resolution
iPhone 17e2532 × 1170
Galaxy A17 5G1080 x 2340 (FHD+)
Sources
Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Manufacturer marketed display diagonal
iPhone 17e6.1 in
Galaxy A17 5G6.7 in
Sources
iPhone 17e
Manufacturer marketed diagonal; rounded corners and actual viewable area are described in the complete display specification.
Apple UK — iPhone 17e technical specificationsGalaxy A17 5G
Full-rectangle nominal diagonal; rounded corners reduce viewable area.
Samsung UK Galaxy A17 5G technical specifications — SM-A176BZKAEUBCheck the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Show 7 more verified differences
Manufacturer height
iPhone 17e146.7 mm
Galaxy A17 5G164.4 mm
Sources
A size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product.
Manufacturer device mass
In Visual factsiPhone 17e170 g
Galaxy A17 5G192 g
Sources
A size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product.
Manufacturer width
In Visual factsiPhone 17e71.5 mm
Galaxy A17 5G77.9 mm
Sources
A size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product.
Rear camera system
iPhone 17e48MP Fusion camera system 48MP Fusion Main: 26mm, ƒ/1.6 aperture, optical image stabilisation, Hybrid Focus Pixels, super-high-resolution photos (24MP and 48MP) Also enables 12MP 2x Telephoto: 52mm, ƒ/1.6 aperture, optical image stabilisation, Hybrid Focus Pixels Digital zoom up to 10x Sapphire crystal lens cover True Tone flash Photonic Engine Deep Fusion Smart HDR 5 Next-generation portraits with Focus and Depth Control Portrait Lighting with six effects Night mode Panorama (up to 63MP) Photographic Styles Wide colour capture for photos and Live Photos Advanced red-eye correction Auto image stabilisation Burst mode Photo geotagging Image formats captured: HEIF and JPEG
Galaxy A17 5GRear: 50 MP + 5 MP + 2 MP; Front: 13 MP; Video: up to FHD 30 fps
Sources
Galaxy A17 5G
Video recording resolution: FHD (1920 x 1080) at 30 fps.
Samsung UK Galaxy A17 5G technical specifications — SM-A176BZKAEUBCompare the camera hardware and recording modes. Matching megapixels or zoom do not mean identical cameras.
Manufacturer display specification
iPhone 17eSuper Retina XDR display 6.1-inch (diagonal) all-screen OLED display 2532x1170-pixel resolution at 460 ppi HDR display True Tone Wide colour (P3) Haptic Touch 2,000,000:1 contrast ratio (typical) 800 nits max brightness (typical); 1,200 nits peak brightness (HDR) Fingerprint-resistant oleophobic coating Anti-reflective coating Support for display of multiple languages and characters simultaneously The iPhone 17e display has rounded corners that follow a beautiful curved design, and these corners are within a standard rectangle. When measured as a standard rectangular shape, the screen is 6.06 inches diagonally (actual viewable area is less).
Galaxy A17 5G6.7-inch Super AMOLED; 2340 × 1080; up to 90 Hz
Sources
Galaxy A17 5G
Measured as a full rectangle: 169.1 mm (6.7-inch); 164.5 mm (6.5-inch) with rounded corners. Resolution class: FHD+.
Samsung UK Galaxy A17 5G technical specifications — SM-A176BZKAEUBCheck the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Manufacturer battery and charging claims
iPhone 17eVideo playback Up to 26 hours Video playback (streamed) Up to 21 hours Fast-charge capable Up to 50% charge in 30 minutes with 20W adapter or higher (available separately) paired with USB-C charging cable Built-in rechargeable lithium-ion battery
Galaxy A17 5G5000 mAh
Sources
iPhone 17e
All battery claims depend on network configuration and many other factors; actual results will vary. Battery has limited recharge cycles and may eventually need to be replaced. Battery life and charge cycles vary by use and settings. See apple.com/uk/batteries and apple.com/uk/iphone/battery.html for more information. Testing conducted by Apple in January 2026 using pre-production iPhone 17e units and software, and USB‑C Charge Cable with Apple 20W USB‑C Power Adapter (Model A2305). Fast‑charge testing conducted with drained iPhone units. Times measured from the appearance of the Apple logo as the unit started up. Charge time varies with settings and environmental factors; actual results will vary.
Apple UK — iPhone 17e technical specificationsGalaxy A17 5G
Typical capacity. Samsung claims up to 18 hours of video playback. Real battery life depends on use.
Samsung UK Galaxy A17 5G technical specifications — SM-A176BZKAEUBManufacturer claims for the stated mode and equipment. Read each test condition; this is not measured everyday battery life.
Front camera specification
iPhone 17e12MP TrueDepth camera ƒ/1.9 aperture Autofocus with Focus Pixels Retina Flash Photonic Engine Deep Fusion Smart HDR 5 Next-generation portraits with Focus and Depth Control Portrait Lighting with six effects Animoji and Memoji Night mode Photographic Styles Wide colour capture for photos and Live Photos Lens correction Auto image stabilisation Burst mode 4K Dolby Vision video recording at 24 fps, 25 fps, 30 fps or 60 fps 1080p Dolby Vision video recording at 25 fps, 30 fps or 60 fps Slo-mo video support for 1080p at 120 fps Time-lapse video with stabilisation Night mode Time-lapse QuickTake video Cinematic video stabilisation (4K, 1080p and 720p) Spatial Audio and stereo recording Wind noise reduction Audio Mix
Galaxy A17 5G13.0 MP
Sources
Compare the camera hardware and recording modes. Matching megapixels or zoom do not mean identical cameras.
Manufacturer wording of separate fields (1)
Combined manufacturer descriptions whose values are listed as separate differences. Kept here so every verified difference stays in one list.
Manufacturer device dimensions
iPhone 17eWidth: 71.5 mm; Height: 146.7 mm; Depth: 7.80 mm
Galaxy A17 5G164.4 x 77.9 x 7.5 mm (height × width × depth)
Sources
iPhone 17e
Exact selected UK model; axis labels retained.
Apple UK — iPhone 17e technical specificationsA size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product.
Small physical differences (1)
Manufacturer thickness
iPhone 17e7.8 mm
Galaxy A17 5G7.5 mm
Sources
A size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product.
Configuration & compatibility details (4)
Selected nominal storage
iPhone 17e256 GB
Galaxy A17 5G128 GB
Sources
A configuration choice: the storage tier of each exact variant compared. Most models are sold in several tiers, so this is not a difference between the models.
Selected storage; RAM remains unlisted
iPhone 17e256 GB storage; RAM capacity is not listed by the manufacturer.
Galaxy A17 5G4 GB RAM; 128 GB storage
Sources
A configuration choice: the storage tier of each exact variant compared. Most models are sold in several tiers, so this is not a difference between the models.
Exact UK hardware, SIM and cellular specification
iPhone 17eUK A3634; Dual SIM (nano-SIM and eSIM) Dual eSIM support Learn more about eSIM Learn more about travelling with eSIM; Model A3634 * FDD-5G NR (Bands n1, n2, n3, n5, n7, n8, n12, n20, n25, n26, n28, n30, n66, n70, n75) TDD-5G NR (Bands n38, n40, n41, n48, n53, n77, n78, n79) FDD-LTE (Bands 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 30, 32, 66) TDD-LTE (Bands 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 48, 53) UMTS/HSPA+ (850, 900, 1700/2100, 1900, 2100 MHz) GSM/EDGE (850, 900, 1800, 1900 MHz) Apple C1X cellular modem 5G (sub-6GHz) with 4x4 MIMO Gigabit LTE with 4x4 MIMO Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) with 2x2 MIMO Bluetooth 5.3 NFC with reader mode Express Cards with power reserve
Galaxy A17 5GUK SM-A176BZKAEUB; 5G; dual SIM (2 nano-SIMs; the second slot is shared with microSD)
Sources
iPhone 17e
* To identify your iPhone model number, see support.apple.com/en-gb/108044 . For details on 5G and LTE support, contact your provider and see apple.com/uk/iphone/cellular . Mobile data technology support is based on iPhone model number and configuration for GSM networks. Data plan required. 5G, Gigabit LTE, VoLTE and Wi‑Fi calling are available in selected markets and through selected network providers. Speeds are based on theoretical throughput and vary based on site conditions and network. For details on 5G and LTE support, contact your provider and see apple.com/uk/iphone/cellular .
Apple UK — iPhone 17e technical specificationsGalaxy A17 5G
Samsung lists: Dual-SIM; Nano-SIM (4FF); SIM 1 + Hybrid (SIM or MicroSD); 2G GSM, 3G WCDMA, 4G LTE FDD, 4G LTE TDD, 5G Sub6 FDD, 5G Sub6 TDD. Check carrier support if you plan to use it outside the UK.
Samsung UK Galaxy A17 5G technical specifications — SM-A176BZKAEUBThese descriptions or measurements differ. Wording alone does not establish a different capability; check the exact configuration.
UK model wireless capabilities
iPhone 17eModel A3634 * FDD-5G NR (Bands n1, n2, n3, n5, n7, n8, n12, n20, n25, n26, n28, n30, n66, n70, n75) TDD-5G NR (Bands n38, n40, n41, n48, n53, n77, n78, n79) FDD-LTE (Bands 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 30, 32, 66) TDD-LTE (Bands 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 48, 53) UMTS/HSPA+ (850, 900, 1700/2100, 1900, 2100 MHz) GSM/EDGE (850, 900, 1800, 1900 MHz) Apple C1X cellular modem 5G (sub-6GHz) with 4x4 MIMO Gigabit LTE with 4x4 MIMO Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) with 2x2 MIMO Bluetooth 5.3 NFC with reader mode Express Cards with power reserve
Galaxy A17 5GWi-Fi 5 (2.4 and 5 GHz); Bluetooth 5.3
Sources
iPhone 17e
* To identify your iPhone model number, see support.apple.com/en-gb/108044 . For details on 5G and LTE support, contact your provider and see apple.com/uk/iphone/cellular . Mobile data technology support is based on iPhone model number and configuration for GSM networks. Data plan required. 5G, Gigabit LTE, VoLTE and Wi‑Fi calling are available in selected markets and through selected network providers. Speeds are based on theoretical throughput and vary based on site conditions and network. For details on 5G and LTE support, contact your provider and see apple.com/uk/iphone/cellular .
Apple UK — iPhone 17e technical specificationsGalaxy A17 5G
Samsung lists Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac 2.4GHz+5GHz, VHT80 and Bluetooth v5.3.
Samsung UK Galaxy A17 5G technical specifications — SM-A176BZKAEUBAn exact-variant identifier or regional network listing, not a difference in capability. Check the bands and model code for your carrier and region.
Missing or non-comparable evidence (70)
Rear Camera - OIS
iPhone 17eNot verified
Galaxy A17 5GYes
Sources
iPhone 17e
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Rear Camera - Auto Focus
iPhone 17eNot verified
Galaxy A17 5GYes
Sources
iPhone 17e
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Front Camera - Auto Focus
iPhone 17eNot verified
Galaxy A17 5GNo
Sources
iPhone 17e
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Front Camera - OIS
iPhone 17eNot verified
Galaxy A17 5GNo
Sources
iPhone 17e
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Typical battery capacity
iPhone 17eNot verified
Galaxy A17 5G5000 mAh
Sources
iPhone 17e
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy A17 5G
Manufacturer capacity; not an endurance test.
Samsung UK Galaxy A17 5G technical specifications — SM-A176BZKAEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Maximum refresh rate
iPhone 17eNot verified
Galaxy A17 5G90 Hz
Sources
iPhone 17e
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Physical RAM capacity
iPhone 17eNot verified
Galaxy A17 5G4 GB
Sources
iPhone 17e
Not listed for this exact UK configuration by the cited manufacturer specifications.
Apple UK — iPhone 17e technical specificationsEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Expandable storage
iPhone 17eNot verified
Galaxy A17 5GYes
Sources
iPhone 17e
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Published support term
iPhone 17eNot verified
Galaxy A17 5GNot verified
Sources
iPhone 17e
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy A17 5G
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Android OS upgrade commitment
iPhone 17eNot verified
Galaxy A17 5G6 upgrades
Sources
iPhone 17e
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy A17 5G
Six OS generations and six years of security updates counted from the first global launch date, per Samsung UK; not six upgrades remaining from purchase. Samsung states the policies are subject to change.
Samsung UK Galaxy A17 5G product pageEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Circle to Search
iPhone 17eNot verified
Galaxy A17 5GYes
Sources
iPhone 17e
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy A17 5G
Google feature; Samsung states service availability may vary by country, language and device model and requires an internet connection.
Samsung UK Galaxy A17 5G product pageEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Manufacturer operating system
iPhone 17eiOS 26
Galaxy A17 5GNot verified
Sources
Galaxy A17 5G
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Cover glass
iPhone 17eNot verified
Galaxy A17 5GCorning Gorilla Glass Victus
Sources
iPhone 17e
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy A17 5G
Samsung states Gorilla Glass Victus (not Victus+) is applied to the front of the device; no rear-glass or drop-proof claim is made.
Samsung UK Galaxy A17 5G product pageEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
eSIM only
iPhone 17eNot verified
Galaxy A17 5GNo
Sources
iPhone 17e
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Headphone jack
iPhone 17eNot verified
Galaxy A17 5GNot verified
Sources
iPhone 17e
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy A17 5G
Samsung lists USB Type-C under Earjack and does not say whether there is also a separate 3.5 mm jack.
Samsung UK Galaxy A17 5G technical specifications — SM-A176BZKAEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Ingress protection
iPhone 17eNot verified
Galaxy A17 5GIP54
Sources
iPhone 17e
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy A17 5G
Samsung laboratory claim: sprayed with 10 litres of fresh water per minute for 5 minutes at all angles. Not advised for beach or pool use; resistance is not permanent and may diminish with wear. Not a submersion rating.
Samsung UK Galaxy A17 5G product pageEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Native telephoto reach
iPhone 17eNot verified
Galaxy A17 5GNot verified
Sources
iPhone 17e
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy A17 5G
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Optical-quality zoom
iPhone 17eNot verified
Galaxy A17 5GNot verified
Sources
iPhone 17e
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy A17 5G
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Panel technology
iPhone 17eNot verified
Galaxy A17 5GSuper AMOLED
Sources
iPhone 17e
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Published peak brightness
iPhone 17eNot verified
Galaxy A17 5GNot verified
Sources
iPhone 17e
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy A17 5G
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Pixel density
iPhone 17eNot verified
Galaxy A17 5GNot verified
Sources
iPhone 17e
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy A17 5G
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
2G GSM
iPhone 17eNot verified
Galaxy A17 5GGSM850, GSM900, DCS1800, PCS1900
Sources
iPhone 17e
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
3G UMTS
iPhone 17eNot verified
Galaxy A17 5GB1(2100), B2(1900), B4(AWS), B5(850), B8(900)
Sources
iPhone 17e
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
4G FDD LTE
iPhone 17eNot verified
Galaxy A17 5GB1(2100), B2(1900), B3(1800), B4(AWS), B5(850), B7(2600), B8(900), B12(700), B17(700), B20(800), B28(700), B66(AWS-3)
Sources
iPhone 17e
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
4G TDD LTE
iPhone 17eNot verified
Galaxy A17 5GB38(2600), B40(2300), B41(2500)
Sources
iPhone 17e
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
5G FDD Sub6
iPhone 17eNot verified
Galaxy A17 5GN1(2100), N3(1800), N5(850), N7(2600), N8(900), N20(800), N28(700), N66(AWS-3)
Sources
iPhone 17e
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
5G TDD Sub6
iPhone 17eNot verified
Galaxy A17 5GN38(2600), N40(2300), N41(2500), N77(3700), N78(3500)
Sources
iPhone 17e
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Available Storage (GB)
iPhone 17eNot verified
Galaxy A17 5G107.1
Sources
iPhone 17e
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Bluetooth Hearing Aid Support
iPhone 17eNot verified
Galaxy A17 5GAndroid Audio Streaming for Hearing Aid (ASHA)
Sources
iPhone 17e
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Bluetooth Version
iPhone 17eNot verified
Galaxy A17 5GBluetooth v5.3
Sources
iPhone 17e
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Colour Depth (Main Display)
iPhone 17eNot verified
Galaxy A17 5G16M
Sources
iPhone 17e
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Earjack
iPhone 17eNot verified
Galaxy A17 5GUSB Type-C
Sources
iPhone 17e
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Energy Efficiency Class
iPhone 17eNot verified
Galaxy A17 5GB
Sources
iPhone 17e
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
External Storage Support
iPhone 17eNot verified
Galaxy A17 5GMicroSD (Up to 2TB)
Sources
iPhone 17e
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Form Factor
iPhone 17eNot verified
Galaxy A17 5GTouchscreen Bar
Sources
iPhone 17e
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Front Camera - F Number
iPhone 17eNot verified
Galaxy A17 5GF2.0
Sources
iPhone 17e
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Front Camera - Flash
iPhone 17eNot verified
Galaxy A17 5GNo
Sources
iPhone 17e
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Front Camera - Resolution
iPhone 17eNot verified
Galaxy A17 5G13.0 MP
Sources
iPhone 17e
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Infra
iPhone 17eNot verified
Galaxy A17 5G2G GSM, 3G WCDMA, 4G LTE FDD, 4G LTE TDD, 5G Sub6 FDD, 5G Sub6 TDD
Sources
iPhone 17e
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Location Technology
iPhone 17eNot verified
Galaxy A17 5GGPS, Glonass, Beidou, Galileo, QZSS
Sources
iPhone 17e
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
MHL
iPhone 17eNot verified
Galaxy A17 5GNo
Sources
iPhone 17e
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Minimum Battery Endurance in Cycles
iPhone 17eNot verified
Galaxy A17 5G1200
Sources
iPhone 17e
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Mobile TV
iPhone 17eNot verified
Galaxy A17 5GNo
Sources
iPhone 17e
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Number of SIM
iPhone 17eNot verified
Galaxy A17 5GDual-SIM
Sources
iPhone 17e
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
OS
iPhone 17eNot verified
Galaxy A17 5GAndroid
Sources
iPhone 17e
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
PC Sync.
iPhone 17eNot verified
Galaxy A17 5GSmart Switch (PC version)
Sources
iPhone 17e
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Rear Camera - F Number (Multiple)
iPhone 17eNot verified
Galaxy A17 5GF1.8, F2.2, F2.4
Sources
iPhone 17e
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Rear Camera - Flash
iPhone 17eNot verified
Galaxy A17 5GYes
Sources
iPhone 17e
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Rear Camera - Resolution (Multiple)
iPhone 17eNot verified
Galaxy A17 5G50.0 MP + 5.0 MP + 2.0 MP
Sources
iPhone 17e
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Rear Camera Zoom
iPhone 17eNot verified
Galaxy A17 5GDigital Zoom up to 10x
Sources
iPhone 17e
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Removable
iPhone 17eNot verified
Galaxy A17 5GNo
Sources
iPhone 17e
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Samsung DeX Support
iPhone 17eNot verified
Galaxy A17 5GNo
Sources
iPhone 17e
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Sensors
iPhone 17eNot verified
Galaxy A17 5GAccelerometer, Fingerprint Sensor, Gyro Sensor, Geomagnetic Sensor, Light Sensor, Virtual Proximity Sensing
Sources
iPhone 17e
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
SIM size
iPhone 17eNot verified
Galaxy A17 5GNano-SIM (4FF)
Sources
iPhone 17e
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
SIM Slot Type
iPhone 17eNot verified
Galaxy A17 5GSIM 1 + Hybrid (SIM or MicroSD)
Sources
iPhone 17e
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Slow Motion
iPhone 17eNot verified
Galaxy A17 5G120fps @HD
Sources
iPhone 17e
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
SmartThings Support
iPhone 17eNot verified
Galaxy A17 5GYes
Sources
iPhone 17e
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Stereo Support
iPhone 17eNot verified
Galaxy A17 5GNo
Sources
iPhone 17e
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
USB Interface
iPhone 17eNot verified
Galaxy A17 5GUSB Type-C
Sources
iPhone 17e
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
USB Version
iPhone 17eNot verified
Galaxy A17 5GUSB 2.0
Sources
iPhone 17e
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Video Playing Resolution
iPhone 17eNot verified
Galaxy A17 5GUHD 4K (3840 x 2160)@30fps
Sources
iPhone 17e
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Video Recording Resolution
iPhone 17eNot verified
Galaxy A17 5GFHD (1920 x 1080)@30fps
Sources
iPhone 17e
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Wi-Fi
iPhone 17eNot verified
Galaxy A17 5G802.11a/b/g/n/ac 2.4GHz+5GHz, VHT80
Sources
iPhone 17e
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Wi-Fi Direct
iPhone 17eNot verified
Galaxy A17 5GYes
Sources
iPhone 17e
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Rear camera modules
iPhone 17eNot verified
Galaxy A17 5G3
Sources
iPhone 17e
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Reverse wireless charging
iPhone 17eNot verified
Galaxy A17 5GNot verified
Sources
iPhone 17e
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy A17 5G
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Manufacturer-listed sensors
iPhone 17eFace ID Barometer High dynamic range gyro High-g accelerometer Proximity sensor Dual ambient light sensors
Galaxy A17 5GNot verified
Sources
Galaxy A17 5G
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Promised update duration
iPhone 17eNot verified
Galaxy A17 5GNot verified
Sources
iPhone 17e
Not listed for this exact UK configuration by the cited manufacturer specifications.
Apple UK — iPhone 17e technical specificationsGalaxy A17 5G
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
8K recording
iPhone 17eNot verified
Galaxy A17 5GNot verified
Sources
iPhone 17e
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy A17 5G
Samsung lists FHD (1920 x 1080)@30fps under Video Recording Resolution. It does not explicitly state an 8K capability exclusion; absence remains unknown. Video Playing Resolution describes playback, not camera capture.
Samsung UK Galaxy A17 5G technical specifications — SM-A176BZKAEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Wireless charging
iPhone 17eNot verified
Galaxy A17 5GNot verified
Sources
iPhone 17e
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy A17 5G
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
1 shared field has the same recorded value.
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Full specifications
All specs92 specificationsiPhone 17eGalaxy A17 5G
iPhone 17eGalaxy A17 5GWeightDiffers
Sources
170g
Manufacturer device mass
192g
WidthDiffers
Sources
71.5mm
Manufacturer width
77.9mm
ThicknessDiffers
Sources
7.8mm
Manufacturer thickness
7.5mm
DimensionsDiffers
Sources
Width: 71.5 mm; Height: 146.7 mm; Depth: 7.80 mmExact selected UK model; axis labels retained.
164.4 x 77.9 x 7.5 mm (height × width × depth)
ColourDiffers
Sources
Soft Pink
Black
Form factor
Sources
slab
slab
HeightDiffers
Sources
146.7 mm
164.4 mm
Form Factor
Sources
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
Not verified
Touchscreen Bar
Screen sizeDiffers
Sources
6.1″
Manufacturer marketed display diagonal · Manufacturer marketed diagonal; rounded corners and actual viewable area are described in the complete display specification.
6.7″
Full-rectangle nominal diagonal; rounded corners reduce viewable area.
Maximum refresh rate
Sources
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
90Hz
Display specificationDiffers
Sources
Super Retina XDR display 6.1-inch (diagonal) all-screen OLED display 2532x1170-pixel resolution at 460 ppi HDR display True Tone Wide colour (P3) Haptic Touch 2,000,000:1 contrast ratio (typical) 800 nits max brightness (typical); 1,200 nits peak brightness (HDR) Fingerprint-resistant oleophobic coating Anti-reflective coating Support for display of multiple languages and characters simultaneously The iPhone 17e display has rounded corners that follow a beautiful curved design, and these corners are within a standard rectangle. When measured as a standard rectangular shape, the screen is 6.06 inches diagonally (actual viewable area is less).
6.7-inch Super AMOLED; 2340 × 1080; up to 90 HzMeasured as a full rectangle: 169.1 mm (6.7-inch); 164.5 mm (6.5-inch) with rounded corners. Resolution class: FHD+.
Main display resolutionDiffers
Sources
2532 × 1170
1080 x 2340 (FHD+)
Colour Depth (Main Display)
Sources
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
Not verified
16M
Rear camera modules
Sources
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
3
Camera systemDiffers
Sources
48MP Fusion camera system 48MP Fusion Main: 26mm, ƒ/1.6 aperture, optical image stabilisation, Hybrid Focus Pixels, super-high-resolution photos (24MP and 48MP) Also enables 12MP 2x Telephoto: 52mm, ƒ/1.6 aperture, optical image stabilisation, Hybrid Focus Pixels Digital zoom up to 10x Sapphire crystal lens cover True Tone flash Photonic Engine Deep Fusion Smart HDR 5 Next-generation portraits with Focus and Depth Control Portrait Lighting with six effects Night mode Panorama (up to 63MP) Photographic Styles Wide colour capture for photos and Live Photos Advanced red-eye correction Auto image stabilisation Burst mode Photo geotagging Image formats captured: HEIF and JPEG
Rear: 50 MP + 5 MP + 2 MP; Front: 13 MP; Video: up to FHD 30 fpsVideo recording resolution: FHD (1920 x 1080) at 30 fps.
Front cameraDiffers
Sources
12MP TrueDepth camera ƒ/1.9 aperture Autofocus with Focus Pixels Retina Flash Photonic Engine Deep Fusion Smart HDR 5 Next-generation portraits with Focus and Depth Control Portrait Lighting with six effects Animoji and Memoji Night mode Photographic Styles Wide colour capture for photos and Live Photos Lens correction Auto image stabilisation Burst mode 4K Dolby Vision video recording at 24 fps, 25 fps, 30 fps or 60 fps 1080p Dolby Vision video recording at 25 fps, 30 fps or 60 fps Slo-mo video support for 1080p at 120 fps Time-lapse video with stabilisation Night mode Time-lapse QuickTake video Cinematic video stabilisation (4K, 1080p and 720p) Spatial Audio and stereo recording Wind noise reduction Audio Mix
13.0 MP
Rear Camera - Resolution (Multiple)
Sources
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
Not verified
50.0 MP + 5.0 MP + 2.0 MP
Rear Camera - F Number (Multiple)
Sources
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
Not verified
F1.8, F2.2, F2.4
Rear Camera - Auto Focus
Sources
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
Not verified
Yes
Rear Camera - OIS
Sources
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
Not verified
Yes
Rear Camera Zoom
Sources
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
Not verified
Digital Zoom up to 10x
Front Camera - Resolution
Sources
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
Not verified
13.0 MP
Front Camera - F Number
Sources
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
Not verified
F2.0
Front Camera - Auto Focus
Sources
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
Not verified
No
Front Camera - OIS
Sources
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
Not verified
No
Rear Camera - Flash
Sources
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
Not verified
Yes
Front Camera - Flash
Sources
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
Not verified
No
Claimed video playbackUp-to manufacturer claims. Playback protocols differ.Differs
Sources
26 hours
Up-to local video playback · Manufacturer up-to claim, not measured mixed-use battery life. All battery claims depend on network configuration and many other factors; actual results will vary. Battery has limited recharge cycles and may eventually need to be replaced. Battery life and charge cycles vary by use and settings. See apple.com/uk/batteries and apple.com/uk/iphone/battery.html for more information. Testing conducted by Apple in January 2026 using pre-production iPhone 17e units and software, and USB‑C Charge Cable with Apple 20W USB‑C Power Adapter (Model A2305). Fast‑charge testing conducted with drained iPhone units. Times measured from the appearance of the Apple logo as the unit started up. Charge time varies with settings and environmental factors; actual results will vary.
18 hours
Video Playback Time (Hours); manufacturer up-to claim. Protocols differ across brands.
Battery and chargingDiffers
Sources
Video playback Up to 26 hours Video playback (streamed) Up to 21 hours Fast-charge capable Up to 50% charge in 30 minutes with 20W adapter or higher (available separately) paired with USB-C charging cable Built-in rechargeable lithium-ion batteryAll battery claims depend on network configuration and many other factors; actual results will vary. Battery has limited recharge cycles and may eventually need to be replaced. Battery life and charge cycles vary by use and settings. See apple.com/uk/batteries and apple.com/uk/iphone/battery.html for more information. Testing conducted by Apple in January 2026 using pre-production iPhone 17e units and software, and USB‑C Charge Cable with Apple 20W USB‑C Power Adapter (Model A2305). Fast‑charge testing conducted with drained iPhone units. Times measured from the appearance of the Apple logo as the unit started up. Charge time varies with settings and environmental factors; actual results will vary.
5000 mAhTypical capacity. Samsung claims up to 18 hours of video playback. Real battery life depends on use.
Typical battery capacity
Sources
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
Not verified
5000 mAhManufacturer capacity; not an endurance test.
Minimum Battery Endurance in Cycles
Sources
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
Not verified
1200
Update policyDiffers
Sources
No fixed update duration is listed in this manufacturer technical source.No support years or promised major-version count are inferred. The installed operating system is listed separately.
Security updates until 31 August 2031This is an end date for security updates, not a number of years remaining from purchase.
Manufacturer operating system
Sources
Galaxy A17 5GNo source recorded
iOS 26
Not verified
External Storage Support
Sources
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
Not verified
MicroSD (Up to 2TB)
Stereo Support
Sources
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
Not verified
No
Samsung DeX Support
Sources
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
Not verified
No
Bluetooth Hearing Aid Support
Sources
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
Not verified
Android Audio Streaming for Hearing Aid (ASHA)
SmartThings Support
Sources
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
Not verified
Yes
Android OS upgrade commitment
Sources
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
Galaxy A17 5GSamsung UK Galaxy A17 5G product page
Not verified
6 upgradesSix OS generations and six years of security updates counted from the first global launch date, per Samsung UK; not six upgrades remaining from purchase. Samsung states the policies are subject to change.
Circle to Search
Sources
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
Galaxy A17 5GSamsung UK Galaxy A17 5G product page
Not verified
YesGoogle feature; Samsung states service availability may vary by country, language and device model and requires an internet connection.
Chipset / published CPUDiffers
Sources
A19 chip 6-core CPU with 2 performance and 4 efficiency cores 4-core GPU with Neural Accelerators 16-core Neural Engine Hardware-accelerated ray tracing
Octa-core CPU (2.4 GHz and 2 GHz)Samsung's specification does not name the chipset.
RAM and storage configurationConfiguration
256 GB storage; RAM capacity is not listed by the manufacturer.
4 GB RAM; 128 GB storage
Regional SIM / network configurationConfiguration
Sources
UK A3634; Dual SIM (nano-SIM and eSIM) Dual eSIM support Learn more about eSIM Learn more about travelling with eSIM; Model A3634 * FDD-5G NR (Bands n1, n2, n3, n5, n7, n8, n12, n20, n25, n26, n28, n30, n66, n70, n75) TDD-5G NR (Bands n38, n40, n41, n48, n53, n77, n78, n79) FDD-LTE (Bands 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 30, 32, 66) TDD-LTE (Bands 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 48, 53) UMTS/HSPA+ (850, 900, 1700/2100, 1900, 2100 MHz) GSM/EDGE (850, 900, 1800, 1900 MHz) Apple C1X cellular modem 5G (sub-6GHz) with 4x4 MIMO Gigabit LTE with 4x4 MIMO Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) with 2x2 MIMO Bluetooth 5.3 NFC with reader mode Express Cards with power reserve* To identify your iPhone model number, see support.apple.com/en-gb/108044 . For details on 5G and LTE support, contact your provider and see apple.com/uk/iphone/cellular . Mobile data technology support is based on iPhone model number and configuration for GSM networks. Data plan required. 5G, Gigabit LTE, VoLTE and Wi‑Fi calling are available in selected markets and through selected network providers. Speeds are based on theoretical throughput and vary based on site conditions and network. For details on 5G and LTE support, contact your provider and see apple.com/uk/iphone/cellular .
UK SM-A176BZKAEUB; 5G; dual SIM (2 nano-SIMs; the second slot is shared with microSD)Samsung lists: Dual-SIM; Nano-SIM (4FF); SIM 1 + Hybrid (SIM or MicroSD); 2G GSM, 3G WCDMA, 4G LTE FDD, 4G LTE TDD, 5G Sub6 FDD, 5G Sub6 TDD. Check carrier support if you plan to use it outside the UK.
StorageConfiguration
Sources
256 GB
128 GB
RAM
Sources
Not verifiedNot listed for this exact UK configuration by the cited manufacturer specifications.
4 GB
Wireless connectivityConfiguration
Sources
Model A3634 * FDD-5G NR (Bands n1, n2, n3, n5, n7, n8, n12, n20, n25, n26, n28, n30, n66, n70, n75) TDD-5G NR (Bands n38, n40, n41, n48, n53, n77, n78, n79) FDD-LTE (Bands 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 30, 32, 66) TDD-LTE (Bands 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 48, 53) UMTS/HSPA+ (850, 900, 1700/2100, 1900, 2100 MHz) GSM/EDGE (850, 900, 1800, 1900 MHz) Apple C1X cellular modem 5G (sub-6GHz) with 4x4 MIMO Gigabit LTE with 4x4 MIMO Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) with 2x2 MIMO Bluetooth 5.3 NFC with reader mode Express Cards with power reserve* To identify your iPhone model number, see support.apple.com/en-gb/108044 . For details on 5G and LTE support, contact your provider and see apple.com/uk/iphone/cellular . Mobile data technology support is based on iPhone model number and configuration for GSM networks. Data plan required. 5G, Gigabit LTE, VoLTE and Wi‑Fi calling are available in selected markets and through selected network providers. Speeds are based on theoretical throughput and vary based on site conditions and network. For details on 5G and LTE support, contact your provider and see apple.com/uk/iphone/cellular .
Wi-Fi 5 (2.4 and 5 GHz); Bluetooth 5.3Samsung lists Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac 2.4GHz+5GHz, VHT80 and Bluetooth v5.3.
USB connectionDiffers
Sources
USB-C connector with support for: Charging USB 2 (up to 480Mb/s)
USB Type-C; USB 2.0
Manufacturer-listed sensors
Sources
Galaxy A17 5GNo source recorded
Face ID Barometer High dynamic range gyro High-g accelerometer Proximity sensor Dual ambient light sensors
Not verified
Memory card support
Sources
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Yes
eSIM only
Sources
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
No
Ingress protection
Sources
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
Galaxy A17 5GSamsung UK Galaxy A17 5G product page
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
IP54Samsung laboratory claim: sprayed with 10 litres of fresh water per minute for 5 minutes at all angles. Not advised for beach or pool use; resistance is not permanent and may diminish with wear. Not a submersion rating.
Panel technology
Sources
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
Not verified
Super AMOLED
Manufacturer UK reference price
Sources
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
Not verified
£259Manufacturer's UK list price in September 2026; retailer prices may differ.
Video Recording Resolution
Sources
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
Not verified
FHD (1920 x 1080)@30fps
Slow Motion
Sources
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
Not verified
120fps @HD
Available Storage (GB)
Sources
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
Not verified
107.1
Number of SIM
Sources
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
Not verified
Dual-SIM
SIM size
Sources
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
Not verified
Nano-SIM (4FF)
SIM Slot Type
Sources
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
Not verified
SIM 1 + Hybrid (SIM or MicroSD)
Infra
Sources
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
Not verified
2G GSM, 3G WCDMA, 4G LTE FDD, 4G LTE TDD, 5G Sub6 FDD, 5G Sub6 TDD
2G GSM
Sources
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
Not verified
GSM850, GSM900, DCS1800, PCS1900
3G UMTS
Sources
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
Not verified
B1(2100), B2(1900), B4(AWS), B5(850), B8(900)
4G FDD LTE
Sources
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
Not verified
B1(2100), B2(1900), B3(1800), B4(AWS), B5(850), B7(2600), B8(900), B12(700), B17(700), B20(800), B28(700), B66(AWS-3)
4G TDD LTE
Sources
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
Not verified
B38(2600), B40(2300), B41(2500)
5G FDD Sub6
Sources
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
Not verified
N1(2100), N3(1800), N5(850), N7(2600), N8(900), N20(800), N28(700), N66(AWS-3)
5G TDD Sub6
Sources
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
Not verified
N38(2600), N40(2300), N41(2500), N77(3700), N78(3500)
USB Interface
Sources
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
Not verified
USB Type-C
USB Version
Sources
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
Not verified
USB 2.0
Location Technology
Sources
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
Not verified
GPS, Glonass, Beidou, Galileo, QZSS
Earjack
Sources
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
Not verified
USB Type-C
MHL
Sources
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
Not verified
No
Wi-Fi
Sources
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
Not verified
802.11a/b/g/n/ac 2.4GHz+5GHz, VHT80
Wi-Fi Direct
Sources
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
Not verified
Yes
Bluetooth Version
Sources
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
Not verified
Bluetooth v5.3
PC Sync.
Sources
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
Not verified
Smart Switch (PC version)
OS
Sources
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
Not verified
Android
Sensors
Sources
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
Not verified
Accelerometer, Fingerprint Sensor, Gyro Sensor, Geomagnetic Sensor, Light Sensor, Virtual Proximity Sensing
Removable
Sources
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
Not verified
No
Energy Efficiency Class
Sources
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
Not verified
B
Video Playing Resolution
Sources
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
Not verified
UHD 4K (3840 x 2160)@30fps
Mobile TV
Sources
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
Not verified
No
Cover glass
Sources
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
Galaxy A17 5GSamsung UK Galaxy A17 5G product page
Not verified
Corning Gorilla Glass VictusSamsung states Gorilla Glass Victus (not Victus+) is applied to the front of the device; no rear-glass or drop-proof claim is made.
Show unverified (10)Not verified or conflicting for both phones. Kept for completeness; never counted as a difference.
Published peak brightnessManufacturer peak claims use different test conditions.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Pixel density
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Native telephoto reach
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
8K video recording
Sources
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
Not verified8K recording · Not verified for this exact model.
Not verifiedSamsung lists FHD (1920 x 1080)@30fps under Video Recording Resolution. It does not explicitly state an 8K capability exclusion; absence remains unknown. Video Playing Resolution describes playback, not camera capture.
Wireless charging
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Published support term
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Promised update duration
Sources
Galaxy A17 5GNo source recorded
Not verifiedNot listed for this exact UK configuration by the cited manufacturer specifications.
Not verified
Optical-quality zoom
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Reverse wireless charging
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
3.5 mm headphone jack
Sources
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Not verifiedSamsung lists USB Type-C under Earjack and does not say whether there is also a separate 3.5 mm jack.
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How we calculate scoresApple iPhone 17e
256 GB · checked 19 Oct 2026
Specifications & verification
Weight170 gManufacturer claim · high confidenceApple
Width71.5 mmManufacturer claim · high confidenceApple
Thickness7.8 mmManufacturer claim · high confidenceApple
Display size6.1 inchesManufacturer claim · high confidence
Manufacturer marketed diagonal; rounded corners and actual viewable area are described in the complete display specification.
ApplePeak brightnessNot verified
Not published
Claimed video playback26 hoursManufacturer claim · high confidence
Manufacturer up-to claim, not measured mixed-use battery life. All battery claims depend on network configuration and many other factors; actual results will vary. Battery has limited recharge cycles and may eventually need to be replaced. Battery life and charge cycles vary by use and settings. See apple.com/uk/batteries and apple.com/uk/iphone/battery.html for more information. Testing conducted by Apple in January 2026 using pre-production iPhone 17e units and software, and USB‑C Charge Cable with Apple 20W USB‑C Power Adapter (Model A2305). Fast‑charge testing conducted with drained iPhone units. Times measured from the appearance of the Apple logo as the unit started up. Charge time varies with settings and environmental factors; actual results will vary.
AppleClaimed charging rateNot verified
Not published
Published total supportNot verified
Not published
Wireless chargingNot verified
Not published
Reverse wireless chargingNot verified
Not published
Headphone jackNot verified
Not published
Expandable storageNot verified
Not published
eSIM onlyNot verified
Not published
IP ratingNot verified
Not published
Pixel densityNot verified
Not published
Maximum refresh rateNot verified
Not published
Native telephoto reachNot verified
Not published
Claimed optical-quality reachNot verified
Not published
Rear camera modulesNot verified
Not published
8K recordingNot verified
Not published
Manufacturer list priceNot verified
All sources2
- Apple UK — literal MHRX4QN/A configurationApple · accessed 19 Oct 2026
- Apple UK — iPhone 17e technical specificationsApple · accessed 19 Oct 2026
Samsung Galaxy A17 5G
128 GB · checked 28 Sept 2026
Specifications & verification
Weight192 gManufacturer claim · high confidenceSamsung
Width77.9 mmManufacturer claim · high confidenceSamsung
Thickness7.5 mmManufacturer claim · high confidenceSamsung
Display size6.7 inchesManufacturer claim · high confidence
Full-rectangle nominal diagonal; rounded corners reduce viewable area.
SamsungPeak brightnessNot verified
Not published
Claimed video playback18 hoursManufacturer claim · high confidence
Video Playback Time (Hours); manufacturer up-to claim. Protocols differ across brands.
SamsungClaimed charging rateNot verified
Not published
Published total supportNot verified
Not published
Wireless chargingNot verified
Not published
Reverse wireless chargingNot verified
Not published
Expandable storageYesManufacturer claim · high confidenceSamsung
eSIM onlyNoManufacturer claim · high confidenceSamsung
IP ratingIP54Manufacturer claim · high confidence
Samsung laboratory claim: sprayed with 10 litres of fresh water per minute for 5 minutes at all angles. Not advised for beach or pool use; resistance is not permanent and may diminish with wear. Not a submersion rating.
SamsungRAM4 GBManufacturer claim · high confidenceSamsung
Pixel densityNot verified
Not published
Maximum refresh rate90 HzManufacturer claim · high confidenceSamsung
Native telephoto reachNot verified
Not published
Claimed optical-quality reachNot verified
Not published
Rear camera modules3Manufacturer claim · high confidenceSamsung
Manufacturer list price£259.00Reference only · not a live offer or current priceSamsung
All sources3
- Samsung UK Galaxy A17 5G technical specifications — SM-A176BZKAEUBSamsung · accessed 10 Sept 2026
- Samsung UK Galaxy A17 5G product pageSamsung · accessed 10 Sept 2026
- Samsung UK current phone configurations and part numbersSamsung · accessed 10 Sept 2026
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