Samsung’s budget lineup just got more familiar. The upcoming Galaxy F17 5G looks to be nothing more than a renamed version of the Galaxy A17 5G, according to a fresh leak.
Galaxy F17 5G shares its hardware with the A17
Just weeks after the A17 5G’s debut, the Galaxy F17 5G has appeared with a nearly identical spec sheet. It features a 6.7-inch Super AMOLED display with Full HD+ resolution, a 90Hz refresh rate, and Gorilla Glass Victus for added durability.
Powering the phone is Samsung’s own Exynos 1330 processor. It’s backed by a 5,000mAh battery and supports 25W wired charging, though there’s a catch, which we’ll get to shortly.
On the imaging side, the setup matches what we’ve already seen:
- 50MP main camera with OIS
- 5MP ultra-wide sensor
- 2MP macro shooter
- 13MP front-facing camera
With an IP54 rating for dust and splash resistance and a slim 7.5mm profile, this model checks all the usual boxes for an affordable 5G phone.
What’s missing from the Galaxy F17 5G box?
If you were hoping for a charger, think again. The leak suggests Samsung will exclude a charging brick from it packaging, mirroring the A17 5G. It’s a small but telling cost-cutting measure that keeps the price down, but shifts the burden to buyers.
Expect it to stay market-specific
The F-series typically targets offline and select regional markets like India. With this rebrand strategy, Samsung gets to widen its budget 5G footprint without creating entirely new devices. It’s efficient, if a bit repetitive.
Still, for buyers who skipped the A17, Galaxy F17 5G offers the same core experience just under a different label.
Galaxy F17 5G might still have an edge, if the price is right
Specs alone won’t move units in this category; pricing and availability will do the heavy lifting. If Samsung positions a notch below its A-series sibling, it could offer serious value for buyers who care more about performance than branding.
