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Samsung Galaxy A27 5G vs Galaxy A17 5G: price in Nepal and specs
The Galaxy A17 5G costs Rs. 21,000 less to start. For the extra, the Galaxy A27 5G gives you a faster refresh rate. The Galaxy A17 5G has a lighter body. The Galaxy A27 5G is the newer model (2026). If those matter to you, the Galaxy A27 5G is worth it; if not, the Galaxy A17 5G is the better value.
Prices checked 3 October 2026, including 13% VAT.
Specs side by side
| Spec | Galaxy A27 5G | Galaxy A17 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Price in Nepal (from) | Rs. 65,999 | Rs. 44,999 |
| Form factor | Classic | Classic |
| Display | 6.7″ | 6.7″ |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz (better) | 90 Hz |
| Processor | Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 | Exynos 1330 |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP |
| Battery | 5,000 mAh | 5,000 mAh |
| Wired charging | 25 W | 25 W |
| 5G | Yes | Yes |
| S Pen support | No | No |
| Weight | 200 g | 192 g (better) |
| OS upgrades | 6 years | 6 years |
| Water resistance | IP64 | IP54 |
| Released | 2026 | 2025 |
Bold marks the better figure where higher or lower is clearly better.
Key differences
- Refresh rate: Galaxy A27 5G (120 Hz) over Galaxy A17 5G (90 Hz).
- Processor: Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 on the Galaxy A27 5G, Exynos 1330 on the Galaxy A17 5G.
- Weight: Galaxy A17 5G (192 g) over Galaxy A27 5G (200 g).
- Water resistance: IP64 on the Galaxy A27 5G, IP54 on the Galaxy A17 5G.
About each model
Samsung Galaxy A27 5G
Snapdragon 5G phone with a 120 Hz AMOLED screen.
Launched in July 2026 between the A17 and the A37, for buyers who want a smooth AMOLED screen and a stabilised camera at a mid-range price.
- Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 4 nm processor
- 6.7″ super amoled 120 hz
- 50 MP main camera with ois
- 5,000 mAh with 25 w charging
Samsung Galaxy A17 5G
Affordable 5G phone with six years of updates.
A budget 5G phone for first-time smartphone buyers and parents, with a 90 Hz AMOLED screen, a stabilised 50 MP camera and six years of Android updates.
- 6.7″ super amoled 90 hz
- 50 MP main camera with ois
- 5,000 mAh with 25 w charging
- 6 years os and security updates
Every version and price
Samsung Galaxy A27 5G
- 8/256 GBRs. 65,999
Rs. 69,999
Samsung Galaxy A17 5G
- 6/128 GBRs. 44,999
- 8/128 GBRs. 48,999
- 8/256 GBRs. 56,999
Questions and answers
Which is cheaper in Nepal, the Galaxy A27 5G or the Galaxy A17 5G?
The Galaxy A17 5G, at Rs. 44,999 against Rs. 65,999 for the Galaxy A27 5G: Rs. 21,000 less. Prices include 13% VAT.
Which has the better main camera?
Both have a 50 MP main camera; image processing and lenses decide the rest.
Which has the bigger battery?
Both have 5,000 mAh.
Which charges faster?
Both charge at up to 25 W.
Which gets more years of updates?
Both get 6 years of Android upgrades.
When were these prices checked?
On 3 October 2026, at Samsung's authorised sellers in Nepal.