iPhone 17e vs Samsung Galaxy M17 5G: Which One Should You Buy?
Samsung Galaxy M17 5G edges ahead with a BeastScore of 86.0/100 — but the right choice depends on what matters to you.
iPhone 17e
Samsung Galaxy M17 5G
Samsung Galaxy M17 5G wins overall; iPhone 17e takes 3 of 6 categories
Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.
Bigger shape = better phone.
Scores out of 100. "From specs" scores compare only the specs both phones list. How we score
- Speedfrom specsiPhone 17e9363
- Camerafrom specsSamsung Galaxy M17 5G7783
- VideoNot enough data
- SelfieTie6060
- BatteryiPhone 17e7054
- Displayfrom specsSamsung Galaxy M17 5G4985
- ConnectivityiPhone 17e7565
- SecurityNot enough data
- ValueNot enough data
- Samsung Galaxy M17 5G has the bigger battery5,000 mAh vs 4,005 mAh
- Samsung Galaxy M17 5G has a sharper main camera50 MP vs 48 MP
- Samsung Galaxy M17 5G has a smoother screen120 Hz vs 60 Hz
- Samsung Galaxy M17 5G has the bigger screen6.7" vs 6.1"
- iPhone 17e is lighter169 g vs 192 g
- Samsung Galaxy M17 5G has a sharper selfie camera16 MP vs 12 MP
- iPhone 17e has newer Bluetooth6 vs 5.3
- iPhone 17e has the faster chipApple A19 vs Exynos 1330
Why buy each phone
Swipe ⇄Samsung Galaxy M17 5G wins — BeastScore 86.0/100
The Samsung Galaxy M17 5G is the better pick for most people thanks to its bigger battery (5,000 mAh vs 4,005 mAh) and sharper main camera (50 MP vs 48 MP). The iPhone 17e is worth a look if you prefer its lighter body (169 g vs 192 g).
Lighter: 169 g vs 192 g (23 g less)
Larger battery: 5,000 mAh vs 4,005 mAh · Smoother display: 120 Hz vs 60 Hz
Common questions
Which is better: iPhone 17e or Samsung Galaxy M17 5G?
The Samsung Galaxy M17 5G is the better pick for most people thanks to its bigger battery (5,000 mAh vs 4,005 mAh) and sharper main camera (50 MP vs 48 MP). The iPhone 17e is worth a look if you prefer its lighter body (169 g vs 192 g). BeastScore: iPhone 17e 74.9/100, Samsung Galaxy M17 5G 86.0/100.
What are the main battery and display differences between iPhone 17e and Samsung Galaxy M17 5G?
iPhone 17e has a 6.1-inch display and 4005 mAh battery. Samsung Galaxy M17 5G has a 6.7-inch display and 5000 mAh battery.
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