Quick Verdict
- Choose Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 if gaming and smooth frame rates are your priority.
- Choose Samsung Galaxy A17 if you want the better camera for photos and videos.
- Choose Samsung Galaxy A17 if battery life and all-day usage matter most.
- Choose Samsung Galaxy A17 if you want the best value for your money.
- Choose Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 if raw performance and multitasking are your focus.
Score Comparison
Based on MobileDaam rating systemCategory
Samsung Galaxy A17
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5
Performance
63.5
90.4 ★
Camera
76.0 ★
40.0
Battery
86.0 ★
56.0
Gaming
61.5
92.3 ★
Overall
74.3 ★
71.1
Value for Money
Best Value ★
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Scores are out of 100. Value for Money = overall score per rupee spent.
Performance Winner
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5
90.4/100
Camera Winner
Samsung Galaxy A17
76.0/100
Battery Winner
Samsung Galaxy A17
86.0/100
Gaming Winner
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5
92.3/100
Overall Winner
Samsung Galaxy A17
74.3/100
Best Value
Samsung Galaxy A17
Better Value for Money
At a Glance
Category
Winner
⚡ Performance
🏆 Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5
📷 Camera
🏆 Samsung Galaxy A17
🔋 Battery
🏆 Samsung Galaxy A17
🎮 Gaming
🏆 Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5
💰 Value
🏆 Samsung Galaxy A17
📱 Display
Screen Size
6.70"
6.70"
Display Type
Super AMOLED, 90Hz
Foldable Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 120Hz, HDR10+, 1750 nits (peak)
Resolution
1080x2340
1080x2640
Refresh Rate
90 Hz
120 Hz
⚡ Performance
Chipset
Mediatek Helio G99 (6 nm)
Qualcomm SM8550-AC Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm)
GPU
Mali-G57 MC2
Adreno 740
RAM
6 GB
8 GB
Storage
128 GB
256 GB
📸 Camera
Main Camera
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)
12 MP, f/1.8, 24mm (wide), 1/1.76", 1.8µm, dual pixel PDAF, OIS 12 MP, f/2.2, 13mm, 123˚ (ultrawide), 1/3.06", 1.12µm
Selfie Camera
13 MP, f/2.0, (wide), 1/3.1", 1.12µm
10 MP, f/2.2, 23mm (wide), 1/3.0", 1.22µm
Video Recording
1080p@30fps
4K@30/60fps, 1080p@60/240fps, HDR10+
🔋 Battery
Battery Capacity
5000 mAh
3700 mAh
Charging
25W wired
25W wired, 50% in 30 min 15W wireless 4.5W reverse wireless
📶 Network & Connectivity
5G
✗ No
✓ Yes
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e, tri-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth
5.3, A2DP, LE
5.3, A2DP, LE
NFC
✓ Yes
✓ Yes
USB
USB Type-C 2.0
USB Type-C 3.2, OTG
📞 SIM & Audio
SIM Type
Dual SIM (Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM)
Nano-SIM + eSIM
🎨 Design & Build
Dimensions
164.4 x 77.9 x 7.5 mm (6.47 x 3.07 x 0.30 in)
Unfolded: 165.1 x 71.9 x 6.9 mmFolded: 85.1 x 71.9 x 15.1 mm
Weight
192g
187g
Build Material
Glass front (Gorilla Glass Victus+), plastic back, plastic frame
Plastic front (unfolded), glass back (Gorilla Glass Victus 2), aluminum frame
Colors
Black, Gray, Light blue
Mint, Graphite, Cream, Lavender, Gray, Blue, Green, Yellow
💻 Software
Operating System
Android 15
HSPA, LTE, 5G
Our Verdict
Both phones are very closely matched. Your choice should depend on which features matter most to you — whether it's camera quality, battery life, gaming performance, or value for money.
Pros & Cons Comparison
Samsung Galaxy A17
Pros
- Decent everyday performance
- All-day battery life
- NFC payments
Cons
- Average camera
- No 5G
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5
Pros
- Flagship-grade processor
- Great for gaming
- 120Hz smooth display
- 5G connectivity
- NFC payments
Cons
- Average camera
- Below-average battery
- Premium pricing
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better, Samsung Galaxy A17 or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5?
Both phones are very closely matched with similar overall scores.
Which has a better camera, Samsung Galaxy A17 or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5?
Samsung Galaxy A17 wins in camera with 76.0/100 vs 40.0/100.
Which has better battery life?
Samsung Galaxy A17 has better battery with a score of 86.0/100.
Which is better for gaming?
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 is better for gaming with a score of 92.3/100.
Which offers better value for money?
Samsung Galaxy A17 offers better value at PKR 67,499 with a value score of 3.1.
What is the price difference between Samsung Galaxy A17 and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5?
Samsung Galaxy A17 costs PKR 67,499 while Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 costs PKR 368,999. The price difference is PKR 301,500.
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