Samsung has officially expanded its popular A-series lineup with the launch of the Galaxy A17 and Galaxy A17 5G in India. The new models bring a modern design, improved performance, AI-powered features, and affordability, further boosting Samsung’s mid-range smartphone segment.
The Galaxy A17 series features a 6.7-inch Super AMOLED display with a 90Hz refresh rate, ensuring smooth scrolling, gaming, and video playback. Both models are slimmer with a cleaner linear camera design, offering a premium look similar to Samsung’s flagship devices.
Camera & Photography
The smartphones come equipped with a triple-camera setup:
- 50MP main sensor with OIS (Optical Image Stabilisation)
- 5MP ultra-wide lens
- 2MP macro lens
This setup provides flexibility for wide landscape shots, detailed close-ups, and low-light photography.
Durability & Updates
Durability is ensured with Corning Gorilla Glass Victus protection and an IP54 rating for dust and splash resistance. Impressively, Samsung has promised six years of security updates and six major OS upgrades, a rare offering in this price segment.
Performance & Battery
The Galaxy A17 5G runs on the Exynos 1330 chipset and houses a 5,000mAh battery with 25W fast charging. According to Samsung, it can easily power through a full day of gaming, streaming, and social sharing. Storage starts at 128GB with 4GB RAM, expandable up to 2TB via microSD card.
Price & Availability
The Samsung Galaxy A17 5G is priced at £199 in the UK, which converts to around ₹21,000 in India (final India price may vary). The non-5G Galaxy A17 will also be available at affordable pricing.
Color options include:
- Galaxy A17: Light Blue, Grey, Black
- Galaxy A17 5G: Black, Blue, Grey
Both models are available via Samsung.com and retail stores starting today.