Motorola Moto G17 Power vs Samsung Galaxy A08: Which One Should You Buy?

Motorola Moto G17 Power edges ahead with a BeastScore of 86.0/100 — but the right choice depends on what matters to you.

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Motorola

Motorola Moto G17 Power

Motorola Moto G17 Power
86/ 100
Launch pricePrice on request
Samsung

Samsung Galaxy A08

Samsung Galaxy A08
86/ 100
Launch pricePrice on request
Head-to-head

Motorola Moto G17 Power wins 0 of 5 categories

Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.

Motorola Moto G17 Power
Motorola Moto G17 Power
0 wins
Samsung Galaxy A08
Samsung Galaxy A08
0 wins
At a glance

Bigger shape = better phone.

SpeedCameraSelfieBatteryDisplay
Motorola Moto G17 PowerSamsung Galaxy A08
Category winners

Scores out of 100. "From specs" scores compare only the specs both phones list. How we score

  • Speedfrom specsTie
    45
    45
  • Camerafrom specsTie
    32
    32
  • VideoNot enough data
  • SelfieTie
    60
    60
  • Batteryfrom specsTie
    100
    100
  • Displayfrom specsTie
    88
    88
  • ConnectivityNot enough data
  • SecurityNot enough data
  • ValueNot enough data
Key differences
  • Motorola Moto G17 Power has the bigger screen6.72" vs 6.7"
  • Motorola Moto G17 Power has more RAM8 GB vs 4 GB
  • Samsung Galaxy A08 has the faster chipHelio G99 vs Helio G81 Extreme
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Why buy each phone

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Reasons to buy Motorola Moto G17 Power
  • ✓50 MP main camera
  • ✓6.72" display at 120 Hz
Reasons to buy Samsung Galaxy A08
  • ✓50 MP main camera
  • ✓6.7" display at 120 Hz

Full specifications

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SpecificationMotorola Moto G17 PowerSamsung Galaxy A08
1. Display & Screen
Screen typeNot listedNot listed
Screen Size6.72"6.7"
Resolution & DensityN/A N/A
Refresh Rate120 Hz ProMotion120 Hz ProMotion
BrightnessN/AN/A
Screen ProtectionNot listedNot listed
2. Platform & Performance
Chipset / ProcessorHelio G81 Extreme Helio G99
CPU CoresNot listedNot listed
GPU GraphicsNot listedNot listed
Operating SystemAndroid 15 Android 15
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory8 GB LPDDR4 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage512 GB256 GB
Storage SpeedNot listedNot listed
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics
Primary Camera50 MP, 50MP Main + Depth Sensor50 MP, 50MP Main + Depth Sensor
Telephoto ZoomNone (digital zoom only)None (digital zoom only)
Ultrawide CameraN/AN/A
LiDAR / DepthNoneNone
5. Video
Main Camera Video
Not listed
Not listed
Front Video
Not listed
Not listed
6. Selfie Camera
Selfie Lens16 MP16 MP
7. Body & Dimensions
DimensionsN/AN/A
WeightN/AN/A
Build MaterialsNot listedNot listed
SIM TypeNot listedNot listed
Water ResistanceNot listedNot listed
8. Battery & Charging
Battery Capacity6,000 mAh6,000 mAh
Wired Fast ChargingN/AN/A
Wireless ChargingNot listedNot listed
Reverse ChargingNot listedNot listed
9. Sound & Audio
LoudspeakerNot listedNot listed
3.5mm Headphone JackNoNo
10. Connectivity
Wi-Fi StandardNot listedNot listed
BluetoothNot listedNot listed
USB Port & SpeedNot listedNot listed
NFCYesYes
11. Sensors & Security
SensorsNot listedNot listed
Satellite FeaturesNot listedNot listed
12. Colors & Overview
ColorsNot listedNot listed
Launch PricePrice on requestPrice on request
Our verdict

Motorola Moto G17 Power wins — BeastScore 86.0/100

After comparing all the specs, Motorola Moto G17 Power is the stronger all-round phone. Its main edge: More system memory: 8GB RAM vs max 4GB.

Buy Motorola Moto G17 Power if you want

More system memory: 8GB RAM vs max 4GB

Buy Samsung Galaxy A08 if you want

Balanced specifications with Samsung hardware design · Runs Android 15 with optimized security support

Common questions

Which is better: Motorola Moto G17 Power or Samsung Galaxy A08?

Motorola Moto G17 Power leads with an overall BeastScore of 86.0/100 compared to Samsung Galaxy A08 (86.0/100), driven by advantages in More system memory: 8GB RAM vs max 4GB.

What are the main battery and display differences between Motorola Moto G17 Power and Samsung Galaxy A08?

Motorola Moto G17 Power has a 6.72-inch display and 6000 mAh battery. Samsung Galaxy A08 has a 6.7-inch display and 6000 mAh battery.

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