7.4
Overall
Samsung
Galaxy A17 5G
- Screen: 6.7"
- Battery: 5000 mAh
- Main camera: 50MP
- Connectivity: 5G
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- Screen: 6.7"
- Battery: 5000 mAh
- Main camera: 50MP
- Connectivity: 5G
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- Screen: 6.7"
- Battery: 5000 mAh
- Main camera: 50MP
- Connectivity: 5G
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- Battery: 5000 mAh
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