Samsung Galaxy A17 5G review: A respectable and affordable Android option

Buying a good budget phone can be a challenge. High-end handsets continue to get more features, but on the other end of the spectrum, there are only so many things you can skimp on before a device becomes too compromised. With the Galaxy A17, Samsung is trying to balance both sides of that equation with something that sports a solid design, a bright screen, decent cameras and respectable battery life for just $200. And despite some flaws, the company has succeeded at making a capable phone that fits into almost every budget.

• Solid build
• Big and relatively bright screen
• microSD card slot
• Very affordable

• Lackluster performance
• Mono speaker
• Battery life could be a touch longer

Design and display

The Galaxy A17 does a good job of ...