Samsung has launched its latest budget-friendly smartphone, the Galaxy M17 5G, in India today, October 10, 2025. Positioned as a successor to the Galaxy M16 5G, the new phone aims to offer significant upgrades and cater to the needs of Gen Z users with its advanced features and competitive pricing.
Price and Availability
The Samsung Galaxy M17 5G will be available for purchase starting October 13, 2025, through Amazon, Samsung's official website, and select retail stores. The phone comes in two color options: Moonlight Silver and Sapphire Black.
The price of the Samsung Galaxy M17 5G varies based on the RAM configuration: * 4GB RAM + 128GB storage: Rs. 12,499 (Launch offer: Rs. 11,999) * 6GB RAM + 128GB storage: Rs. 13,999 (Launch offer: Rs. 13,499) * 8GB RAM + 128GB storage: Rs. 15,499 (Launch offer: Rs. 14,999)
Customers can also avail of no-cost EMI options for up to 3 months through leading banks and NBFC partners.
Specifications and Features
- Display: The Galaxy M17 5G features a 6.7-inch FHD+ Super AMOLED display with a 90Hz refresh rate and a resolution of 1080x2340 pixels. The display has a peak brightness of 1,100 nits and is protected by Corning Gorilla Glass Victus.
- Processor: The device is powered by an Octa Core Exynos 1330 5nm processor with Mali-G68 MP2 GPU.
- RAM and Storage: It comes with 4GB, 6GB, or 8GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage, which can be expanded up to 2TB via a microSD card.
- Operating System: The Samsung Galaxy M17 5G runs on Android 15-based One UI 7. Samsung promises six OS upgrades and six years of security updates for the device.
- Camera: The phone sports a triple rear camera setup, including a 50MP primary camera with OIS (Optical Image Stabilization), a 5MP ultra-wide lens, and a 2MP macro camera. There is also a 13MP front camera for selfies.
- Battery: The device is powered by a 5,000mAh battery and supports 25W wired fast charging.
- Other Features: The Galaxy M17 5G includes a side-mounted fingerprint scanner, a USB Type-C port, and supports Bluetooth, NFC, and Wi-Fi for connectivity. It also has an IP54 rating for dust and splash resistance. Additional features include On-device Voice Mail, Samsung Knox Vault, Voice Focus, and Samsung Wallet. The phone also comes with AI-powered tools like Circle to Search with Google and Gemini Live.
Additional Information
The Samsung Galaxy M17 5G is slightly thinner and lighter than its predecessor, the Galaxy M16 5G. The device also features a new camera design. According to Samsung, the Galaxy M17 5G has a "no shake Camera" due to its OIS.
