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The Indian smartphone market is bracing for the arrival of the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G, an affordable 5G handset that aims to reimagine value for money in its segment. Building on its recent launch in Europe, the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G Indian variant is generating immense interest, not just for its price but also for exclusive configurations, feature-rich experience, and the promise of Samsung’s trusted build quality. Read further to know about the Galaxy A17 5G, the expected price in India, specifications, colours, and features may just be the game-changer to set a new mark at this price.
Samsung Galaxy A17 5G: Price in India and storage variant advantage
Well-known tipster Abhishek Yadav has revealed the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G price in India is likely to start at just Rs18,999 for 6GB RAM and 128GB storage, with 8GB + 128GB and 8GB + 256GB versions tipped at Rs20,499 and Rs23,499, respectively. This high storage capacity is specific to the Indian market, and targets greater customisation in the hands of users who require additional RAM and space. By contrast, the European model is only offered in a configuration of 4GB and 128GB, meaning that the Indian customers will really have more in less.
Samsung Galaxy A17 5G specifications: Display, performance, and camera
The Samsung Galaxy A17 5G specifications establish it as a serious contender in the sub-Rs25,000 bracket. The phone has a 6.7-inch Full HD + Infinity-U Super AMOLED screen that gives clear and vivid colors, and high quality visuals at a steady 90 Hz refresh frequency. It uses Samsung in-house Exynos 1330 5nm octa-core chipset, accompanied by the Mali-G68 MP2 graphics unit that will help with fluid multitasking and casual gaming.
Photography is carried out with a dual rear camera: 50MP f/1.8 primary lens and 2MP macro camera that create detailed wide and close-up photography. The front camera of 13MP can be used to give clear selfies and video calls. The phone is constructed with an IP54 rating meaning the phone should be able to withstand dust and even tiny amounts of water.
The greatest value feature of the Galaxy A17 5G is its large and impressive AMOLED display in this price category, it is great to view content and play games, which is again exceptional in a low-end 5G phone. Other key features are a massive 5,000mAh battery, 25W fast charging, side-mounted fingerprint reader and USB Type-C along with the latest connectivity options of 5G, Dual 4G VoLTE, Bluetooth 5.3 and Wi-Fi 5.
Samsung Galaxy A17 5G: Colours and design
The Samsung Galaxy A17 5G will likely mirror its European sibling with classy Black, Blue, and Grey colourways. It is designed with comfortability in mind as the fashionable design flawlessly fits a hand, and a side-mounted fingerprint sensor is convenient and secure. It is classically designed and feels of premium quality-taking advantage of the strong hold that Samsung has built with their build quality, as well as after sales service.
Samsung Galaxy A17 5G: Specifications
Feature | Samsung Galaxy A17 5G (India, Expected) |
Launch Date | August–September 2025 (expected) |
Price in India | Rs18,999 (6GB+128GB) / Rs20,499 (8GB+128GB) / Rs23,499 (8GB+256GB) |
Display | 6.7-inch Infinity-U FHD+ Super AMOLED, 90Hz |
Processor | Exynos 1330, 5nm octa-core |
GPU | Mali-G68 MP2 |
RAM/Storage Options | 6GB+128GB, 8GB+128GB, 8GB+256GB |
Camera (rear/front) | 50MP + 2MP dual / 13MP selfie |
Battery | 5,000mAh, 25W fast charging |
OS/Software | Android 15, One UI 7 |
Security/Extras | Side-mounted fingerprint, IP54 rating |
Connectivity | 5G, Dual 4G VoLTE, Bluetooth 5.3, Wi-Fi 5, USB Type-C |
Colours | Black, Blue, Grey |
Why does the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G stand out?
This Samsung Galaxy A17 5G can be the feature-powerhouse 5G phone you will find at this price mainly due to its class-leading AMOLED display, extensive storage choices, as well as, an impressive camera system which you would be hard-pressed to find in combination in this price bracket. The Galaxy A17 5G, with its strong software support, long battery life, and emphasis on performance and design balancing, will offer at an affordable price point a smartphone experience never seen before by budget consumers as it is launched in Indian retail stores next.
Disclaimer: The information regarding the gadgets/devices listed in the table and article has been sourced from various secondary sources. For detailed product specifications, please refer to the brand sources.