The Galaxy A series' next sales champ is getting ready to launch
Support pages for what should be the Galaxy A17 5G and 4G are already live. | Image credit – XpertPick These early support pages don't tell us much – just the model numbers, which match listings we've already seen in various certifications. That confirms both 4G and 5G versions are coming, which is in line with what Samsung's been doing for years.And just like its predecessors, the Galaxy A17 5G is expected to become Samsung's sales champ for its year. These phones are a go-to in the $200 price range and the A17 looks set to carry that torch.
The last three Galaxy A 1X models were Samsung's best selling phones in general. | Image credit – Counterpoint Research As for specs, don't expect major shakeups. Samsung tends to play it safe with its A-series updates. We are likely getting the same 5,000mAh battery with 25W charging, an AMOLED display with a 90Hz refresh rate as the current model, but with a faster chipset. Storage should be generous enough and Samsung's promise of six years of software support is likely sticking around, too. Samsung Galaxy A16 5G Review: Some improvements, but one red flag remains
If you are shopping for a budget phone right now, it might actually make sense to grab the current Galaxy A16. The upgrades on the A17 probably won't be dramatic and the A16 still holds up really well for the price.
Looking at alternatives? The Moto G (2025) is another option. It hasn't changed much from the previous gen and you will have to live with a 720p LCD screen – which doesn't look nearly as sharp or vibrant as the AMOLED on Samsung's A-series. But the Moto does win some style points, especially when it comes to finishes and colors.
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