Samsung Galaxy M17
The Samsung Galaxy M17 features a powerful processor, stunning AMOLED display, high-resolution camera, and long-lasting battery life for optimal performance.
Best price in the US: 225 USD
Released: 2025, October 13
Specifications
Samsung Galaxy M17 in the US
Pros and Cons
Samsung Galaxy M17 in the US
Pros of the Samsung Galaxy M17
Exceptional Software Longevity: Samsung promises an impressive 6 years of security updates and 6 major Android OS upgrades, providing the best long-term software support available in its price segment.
Premium Super AMOLED Display: It features a vibrant 6.7-inch Full HD+ Super AMOLED display with high brightness (up to 1100 nits HBM peak brightness) and is protected by durable Corning Gorilla Glass Victus.
Camera with Optical Stabilization (OIS): The main 50MP primary camera includes Optical Image Stabilization (OIS), a feature that significantly improves photo clarity and video stability, which is rare for a phone in this price range.
5G Connectivity and NFC: The phone is 5G enabled for fast network speeds and includes NFC for convenient mobile payments (Tap and Pay), features that add modern convenience and future-proofing.
Slim Design and Durability Rating: The device is relatively slim at 7.5mm and includes an IP54 rating for basic protection against dust and water splashes, adding a layer of durability.
Cons of the Samsung Galaxy M17
Slower Refresh Rate (90Hz): The display's refresh rate is limited to 90Hz. While smooth, many direct competitors now offer a faster and smoother 120Hz refresh rate.
Slow Charging Speed (25W): The wired charging is capped at just 25W, which is slow for a 5,000 mAh battery, resulting in longer waiting times for a full recharge compared to rivals.
Hybrid SIM Slot: The device utilizes a hybrid slot (SIM 1 + SIM 2 or MicroSD), forcing the user to choose between using a second physical SIM or expanding the storage.
No Charger in the Box: Consistent with Samsung's current policy, the retail package does not include a charging adapter, meaning buyers need to purchase a compatible 25W charger separately.
Outdated Display Notch: The screen uses an older Infinity-U (waterdrop) notch design for the front camera, which gives the display a less modern look compared to the punch-hole cutouts used by many competitors.
Features
Samsung Galaxy M17 in the US
Network
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G |
| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G bands | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 20, 26, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66 |
| 5G bands | 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 28, 40, 41, 66, 77, 78 SA/NSA/Sub6 |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE, 5G |
Body
| Dimensions | 164.4 x 77.9 x 7.5 mm (6.47 x 3.07 x 0.30 in) |
| Weight | 192 g (6.77 oz) |
| Build | Glass front (Gorilla Glass Victus), plastic back, plastic frame |
| SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
Display
| Type | Super AMOLED, 90Hz, 1100 nits (HBM) |
| Size | 6.7 inches, 110.2 cm2 (~86.0% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2340 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~385 ppi density) |
| Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass Victus |
Platform
| OS | Android 15, up to 6 major Android upgrades, One UI 7 |
| Chipset | Exynos 1330 (5 nm) |
| CPU | Octa-core (2x2.4 GHz Cortex-A78 & 6x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55) |
| GPU | Mali-G68 MP2 |
Memory
| Card slot | microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot) |
| Internal | 128GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM |
Main Camera
| Triple | 50 MP, f/1.8, (wide), 1/2.76", 0.64µm, AF, OIS 5 MP, f/2.2, (ultrawide), 1/5.0", 1.12µm 2 MP (macro) |
| Features | LED flash, panorama, HDR |
| Video | 1080p@30fps, gyro-EIS |
Selfie camera
| Single | 13 MP, f/2.0, (wide), 1/3.1", 1.12µm |
| Video | 1080p@30fps |
Sound
| Loudspeaker | Yes |
| 3.5mm jack | No |
Comms
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Bluetooth | 5.3, A2DP, LE |
| Positioning | GPS, GALILEO, GLONASS, BDS, QZSS |
| NFC | Yes |
| Radio | No |
| USB | USB Type-C 2.0 |
Features
| Sensors | Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass |
Battery
| Type | 5000 mAh |
| Charging | 25W wired |
Misc
| Colors | Moonlight Silver, Sapphire Black |