HONOR 400 5G Smartphone vs Samsung Galaxy A17 5G Smartphone: which one suits you?

The two differ in 11 of the specs we have recorded, and the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G Smartphone is cheaper by SAR 192 (prices checked 12 Nov 2026).

Which one should you choose?

  • More memory for multitasking (12 GB vs 8 GB)
  • Larger screen refresh rate: 120 Hz vs 90 Hz
  • Bigger battery for a longer day (5,870 mAh vs 5,000 mAh) · slight difference
  • Paying less: cheaper by SAR 192
  • Higher-resolution main camera (50 MP vs 12 MP)

The deciding difference here: memory (RAM) and screen refresh rate and price.

Compares recorded specs; a missing spec does not mean the feature is absent.

Key differences

  • Memory (RAM)

    ✓ 12 GB8 GB
  • Screen size

    6.55 in6.7 in
  • Resolution

    2736 x 1264720 x 1560

Specifications side by side

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Spec
HonorSAR 1,299
HONOR 400 5G Smartphone specs
SamsungSAR 1,107
Samsung Galaxy A17 5G Smartphone specs
Reference priceSAR 1,299SAR 1,107
Storage256 GB—
Memory (RAM)✓ 12 GB8 GB
ProcessorSnapdragon 7 Gen 3Exynos 1330
Battery capacity✓ 5,870 mAh5,000 mAh
Wired charging—25 W
Main camera12 MP✓ 50 MP
Years of OS updates—6 years
5GYesYes

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Direct comparison questions

What is the difference in processor between the HONOR 400 5G Smartphone and the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G Smartphone?

HONOR 400 5G Smartphone: Snapdragon 7 Gen 3; Samsung Galaxy A17 5G Smartphone: Exynos 1330. This is a spec difference, not a verdict that one is better overall.

What is the difference in main camera between the HONOR 400 5G Smartphone and the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G Smartphone?

Main camera is higher on the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G Smartphone: 50 MP vs 12 MP on the HONOR 400 5G Smartphone. If this spec is your priority, the difference favours it.

What is the difference in battery capacity between the HONOR 400 5G Smartphone and the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G Smartphone?

Battery capacity is higher on the HONOR 400 5G Smartphone: 5,870 mAh vs 5,000 mAh on the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G Smartphone. If this spec is your priority, the difference favours it.

What is the difference in memory (RAM) between the HONOR 400 5G Smartphone and the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G Smartphone?

Memory (RAM) is higher on the HONOR 400 5G Smartphone: 12 GB vs 8 GB on the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G Smartphone. If this spec is your priority, the difference favours it.