Samsung Galaxy A08 vs Samsung Galaxy M17 5G: Which One Should You Buy?
Samsung Galaxy A08 edges ahead with a BeastScore of 86.0/100 — but the right choice depends on what matters to you.
Samsung Galaxy A08
Samsung Galaxy M17 5G
Samsung Galaxy A08 wins 1 of 5 categories
Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.
Bigger shape = better phone.
Scores out of 100. "From specs" scores compare only the specs both phones list. How we score
- Speedfrom specsSamsung Galaxy M17 5G4563
- Camerafrom specsTie3232
- VideoNot enough data
- SelfieTie6060
- Batteryfrom specsSamsung Galaxy A0810067
- Displayfrom specsTie8888
- ConnectivityNot enough data
- SecurityNot enough data
- ValueNot enough data
- Samsung Galaxy A08 has the bigger battery6,000 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
- Samsung Galaxy M17 5G has more RAM8 GB vs 4 GB
- Samsung Galaxy M17 5G has the faster chipExynos 1330 vs Helio G99
Why buy each phone
Swipe ⇄Samsung Galaxy A08 wins — BeastScore 86.0/100
After comparing all the specs, Samsung Galaxy A08 is the stronger all-round phone. Its main edge: Larger battery capacity: 6,000 mAh (+1,000 mAh more).
Larger battery capacity: 6,000 mAh (+1,000 mAh more)
More system memory: 8GB RAM vs max 4GB · Lighter body: 192g (807g lighter in hand)
Common questions
Which is better: Samsung Galaxy A08 or Samsung Galaxy M17 5G?
Samsung Galaxy A08 leads with an overall BeastScore of 86.0/100 compared to Samsung Galaxy M17 5G (86.0/100), driven by advantages in Larger battery capacity: 6,000 mAh (+1,000 mAh more).
What are the main battery and display differences between Samsung Galaxy A08 and Samsung Galaxy M17 5G?
Samsung Galaxy A08 has a 6.7-inch display and 6000 mAh battery. Samsung Galaxy M17 5G has a 6.7-inch display and 5000 mAh battery.
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