Samsung Galaxy A17 5G (8GB RAM + 256GB) vs Nothing Phone 3a (8GB + 256GB)

Findprix helps you compare the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G (8GB RAM + 256GB) and Nothing Phone 3a (8GB + 256GB) in terms of price, specifications, user reviews, and more. Samsung Galaxy A17 5G (8GB RAM + 256GB) is priced at ₹23,499. Nothing Phone 3a (8GB + 256GB) is priced at ₹24,571. Here's a quick comparison.

Key Highlights Samsung Galaxy A17 5G (8GB RAM + 256GB) Nothing Phone 3a (8GB + 256GB)
ProcessorSamsung Exynos 1330 | 5 nmQualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 | 4 nm
RAM8GB | LPDDR4X8GB
Storage256GB | UFS 2.2256GB | UFS 2.2
Display6.7 inches | FHD+6.77 inches | FHD+
Front Camera13MP32MP
Rear Camera50MP + 5MP + 2MP50MP + 8MP + 50MP
Battery5000 mAh | 25W5000 mAh | 50W
OSAndroid 15Android v15

Overview

Launch DateAugust 29, 2025March 11, 2025
ProcessorSamsung Exynos 1330 | 5 nmQualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 | 4 nm
RAM8GB | LPDDR4X8GB
Storage256GB | UFS 2.2256GB | UFS 2.2
Display6.7 inches | FHD+6.77 inches | FHD+
Front Camera13MP32MP
Rear Camera50MP + 5MP + 2MP50MP + 8MP + 50MP
Battery5000 mAh | 25W5000 mAh | 50W
OSAndroid 15Android v15
User Ratings
4.1/5
(169 Ratings)
4.5/5
(44.7K Ratings)

Price List

Amazon₹23,499₹24,571
Flipkart₹23,499₹25,999

General

Device TypeSmartphoneSmartphone
Operating SystemAndroid 15Android 15
Software Updates6 Year OS + 6 Year Security3 Years OS + 6 Years Security
Custom UISamsung One UINothing OS

Design

Dimensions164.4 x 77.9 x 7.5 mm163.52 x 77.5 x 8.35 mm
Weight192 g201 g
Water ResistanceYes, IP54Yes, Water-resistant, IP64
Dust ResistanceYesYes
Build MaterialBack: Glass Fiber--
ColoursBlack, Gray, BlueBlack; other colors

Display

Touch ScreenYesYes, Capacitive Touchscreen, Multi-touch
Display TypeSuper AMOLEDFlexible AMOLED
Peak Brightness1100 nits3000 nits
Refresh Rate90 Hz120 Hz
Screen Size6.7 inches (17.02 cm), Full HD+6.77 inches (17.2 cm), Full HD+
Screen Resolution1080 x 2340 pixels1080 x 2392 pixels
Aspect Ratio19.5:920:9
Screen-to-Body Ratio~84.70%91.4%
Pixel Density~387 ppi~ 388 ppi
HDR Support--Yes, HDR 10+
Screen ProtectionYes, Corning Gorilla Glass VictusYes

Rear Camera

Camera SetupTripleTriple
Primary50 MP (wide)
f/1.8 aperture, 1/2.76″ sensor size, 0.64µm pixel size
upto 10x Digital Zoom
OIS, AF
50 MP (Wide)
f/1.9 aperture, 24 mm focal length, 1/1.57″ sensor size, 1.0µm pixel size
OIS, PDAF
Secondary5 MP (ultra-wide)
f/2.2 aperture, 1/5.0″ sensor size, 1.12µm pixel size
50 MP (Telephoto)
f/2.0 aperture, 50 mm focal length, 1/2.74″ sensor size, 0.64µm pixel size
PDAF (25cm - ∞), 2x optical zoom
Tertiary2 MP (macro)
f/2.4 aperture, 1/5.0″ sensor size, 1.75µm pixel size
8 MP (Ultra-Wide)
f/2.2 aperture, 15 mm focal length, 1/4.0″ sensor size, 1.12µm pixel size
OISYesYes
Gyro EISYesYes
AutofocusYesYes, Phase Detection autofocus
FlashYes, LEDYes, LED Flash
Video Recording1080p @ 30 fps, 720p @ 120 fps4K @ 30fps, 1080p @ 120 fps
Features--Digital Zoom, Auto Flash, Face detection, Touch to focus

Front Camera

Camera SetupSingleSingle
Primary13 MP (wide)
f/2.0 aperture, 1/3.1″ sensor size, 1.12µm pixel size
32 MP (Wide)
f/2.2 aperture, 15 mm focal length, 1/4.0″ sensor size, 1.12µm pixel size
Video Recording1080p @ 30 fps1080p @ 60 fps

Performance

RAM8 GB8 GB
RAM TypeLPDDR4X--
ChipsetSamsung Exynos 1330Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 3
Fabrication5 nm4 nm
GPUMali-G68 MP2Adreno 710
CPUOcta core
2x Cortex A78 @ 2.4 GHz
6x Cortex A55 @ 2 GHz
Octa core (1 x 2.5 GHz Cortex A720 + 3 x 2.4 GHz Cortex A720 + 4 x 1.8 GHz Cortex A520)

Storage

Internal Storage256 GB256 GB
Storage TypeUFS 2.2UFS 2.2
Memory Card SlotYes, up to 2 TBNo

Battery

Battery5000 mAh5000 mAh
Battery TypeLi-ion--
Wired Charging Speed25W50W
Wired Charging Time--50% in 19 minutes

Network

SIMSIM 1: Nano
SIM 2: Nano (Hybrid slot)
Dual SIM
SIM1: Nano
SIM2: Nano
Network Support5G, 4G, 3G, 2G5G, 4G, 3G, 2G
5G Bandsn1, n3, n5, n7, n8, n20, n26, n28, n38, n40, n41, n66, n77, n78--
4G BandsB1, B2, B3, B4, B5, B7, B8, B12, B17, B20, B26, B28, B38, B40, B41, B66--
Navigation SupportGPS, Glonass, Galileo, BDS, QZSSGPS, GALILEO, GLONASS, BDS, QZSS
SARHead: 0.640 W/kg--

Connectivity

BluetoothYes, v5.3Yes, v5.4
Wi-FiYes, Wi-Fi 5 (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac) 5GHzYes, Wi-Fi 6 (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax) 5GHz, MIMO
USBUSB Type-C 2.0USB Type-C 2.0, OTG
NFCYesYes

Features

Audio JackYes, USB Type-CYes, USB Type-C
FM Radio--No
Loud SpeakerYesYes
Stereo Speakers--Yes
Fingerprint SensorYes, SideYes, In-display
SensorsLight sensor, Proximity sensor, Accelerometer, Compass, GyroscopeLight sensor, Proximity sensor, Accelerometer, Compass, Gyroscope
Additional Features--Circle to Search
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