Samsung Galaxy S8 64GB vs Samsung Galaxy A 17 5G 128GB: which one suits you?

The two differ in 8 of the specs we have recorded, and the Samsung Galaxy A 17 5G 128GB is cheaper by SAR 88 (prices checked 12 Nov 2026).

Which one should you choose?

  • No clear lead in the recorded specs; design or brand preference may decide.
  • Paying less: cheaper by SAR 88
  • More space for photos and apps (128 GB vs 64 GB)
  • Larger screen refresh rate: 90 Hz vs 60 Hz
  • Bigger battery for a longer day (5,000 mAh vs 3,000 mAh)

The deciding difference here: storage and screen refresh rate and price.

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

Key differences

  • Storage

    64 GB✓ 128 GB
  • Screen size

    5.8 in✓ 6.7 in
  • Screen refresh rate

    60 Hz✓ 90 Hz

Specifications side by side

18 of 18 specs

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Spec
SamsungSAR 857
Samsung Galaxy S8 64GB specs
SamsungSAR 769
Samsung Galaxy A 17 5G 128GB specs
Reference priceSAR 857SAR 769
Storage64 GB✓ 128 GB
Memory (RAM)—4 GB
ProcessorExynos 8895—
Battery capacity3,000 mAh✓ 5,000 mAh
Main camera12 MP✓ 50 MP
5G—Yes

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Direct comparison questions

What is the difference in storage between the Samsung Galaxy S8 64GB and the Samsung Galaxy A 17 5G 128GB?

Storage is higher on the Samsung Galaxy A 17 5G 128GB: 128 GB vs 64 GB on the Samsung Galaxy S8 64GB. If this spec is your priority, the difference favours it.

What is the difference in main camera between the Samsung Galaxy S8 64GB and the Samsung Galaxy A 17 5G 128GB?

Main camera is higher on the Samsung Galaxy A 17 5G 128GB: 50 MP vs 12 MP on the Samsung Galaxy S8 64GB. If this spec is your priority, the difference favours it.

What is the difference in battery capacity between the Samsung Galaxy S8 64GB and the Samsung Galaxy A 17 5G 128GB?

Battery capacity is higher on the Samsung Galaxy A 17 5G 128GB: 5,000 mAh vs 3,000 mAh on the Samsung Galaxy S8 64GB. If this spec is your priority, the difference favours it.

What is the difference in screen size between the Samsung Galaxy S8 64GB and the Samsung Galaxy A 17 5G 128GB?

Screen size is higher on the Samsung Galaxy A 17 5G 128GB: 6.7 in vs 5.8 in on the Samsung Galaxy S8 64GB. If this spec is your priority, the difference favours it.