Samsung Galaxy A17 5G Smartphone vs Honor X 7 128GB: which one suits you?

The two differ in 9 of the specs we have recorded, and the Honor X 7 128GB is cheaper by SAR 438 (prices checked 12 Nov 2026).

Which one should you choose?

  • More memory for multitasking (8 GB vs 6 GB)
  • Paying less: cheaper by SAR 438
  • Larger screen refresh rate: 120 Hz vs 90 Hz
  • Bigger battery for a longer day (7,320 mAh vs 5,000 mAh)
  • Higher wired charging: 45 W vs 25 W

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)

    ✓ 8 GB6 GB
  • Screen size

    6.7 in6.61 in
  • Display type

    AMOLEDLCD

Specifications side by side

22 of 22 specs

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Spec
SamsungSAR 1,107
Samsung Galaxy A17 5G Smartphone specs
HonorSAR 669
Honor X 7 128GB specs
Reference priceSAR 1,107SAR 669
Storage—128 GB
Memory (RAM)✓ 8 GB6 GB
ProcessorExynos 1330—
Battery capacity5,000 mAh✓ 7,320 mAh
Wired charging25 W✓ 45 W
5GYes—
Years of OS updates6 years—
Main camera50 MP50 MP

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Direct comparison questions

What is the difference in main camera between the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G Smartphone and the Honor X 7 128GB?

No difference here: main camera is 50 MP on both.

What is the difference in battery capacity between the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G Smartphone and the Honor X 7 128GB?

Battery capacity is higher on the Honor X 7 128GB: 7,320 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 wired charging between the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G Smartphone and the Honor X 7 128GB?

Wired charging is higher on the Honor X 7 128GB: 45 W vs 25 W 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 Samsung Galaxy A17 5G Smartphone and the Honor X 7 128GB?

Memory (RAM) is higher on the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G Smartphone: 8 GB vs 6 GB on the Honor X 7 128GB. If this spec is your priority, the difference favours it.