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SM-A176UZKAXAA
SKU:
6665489
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Rating 4.4 out of 5 stars with 547 reviews

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  • Display Quality

    Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars

  • Camera

    Rating 4.5 out of 5 stars

  • Battery Life

    Rating 4.5 out of 5 stars

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87%would recommend to a friend

Customers are saying

Customers highly value the product's overall performance, with many praising its great functionality, amazing camera quality, and good battery life. They also appreciate its ease of use, ample storage capacity for the price, and convenient size, along with the features it provides. However, some users have noted concerns regarding the processor speed, finding it too slow for tasks like taking photos, and issues with app performance preventing access to certain applications.

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  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life, Camera quality, Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Samsung- Galaxy A175G, 128 GB - unlocked - Blue

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I bought two Samsung Galaxy A17 5G phones—one for my father as a Father's Day gift and another for my brother-in-law. Both of them had been longtime Samsung users, switched to iPhones for a while, but never felt completely comfortable with them. They use their phones mainly for basic tasks such as calling, texting, making payments, and taking occasional photos. When I surprised them with these Samsung phones, they were genuinely delighted because the devices felt familiar and easy to use. The larger display is a significant improvement over their previous phones, making everything easier to see and navigate. They also found the camera to be clearer and better than what they were used to, and they felt comfortable using it right away. Another feature they appreciated was the battery life. With their normal usage, the phone only needs charging about once every two days—unless one of the grandkids gets hold of it and starts using it extensively! Overall, both of them were very happy with the gift and thanked me for choosing something that suited their needs so well.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life, Ease of use, Overall performance

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Really good phone

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    "I've been using the Samsung A17 for a few weeks now, and overall I'm very satisfied with it. The battery life is excellent and easily lasts a full day, even with moderate to heavy use. The display looks good for watching videos, browsing social media, and everyday tasks. Performance is smooth for apps like WhatsApp, Instagram, YouTube, and web browsing, although you may notice some lag when running more demanding games. The cameras do a decent job in good lighting conditions, producing clear photos with nice colors. In low-light situations, the quality drops a bit, which is expected for a phone in this price range. The design feels modern and comfortable to hold. What I like most is the battery life and ease of use. If I could improve one thing, it would be the multitasking performance, as it can slow down when several apps are open at once. Overall, I think it's a great value for the price and a solid choice for anyone looking for a reliable everyday smartphone."

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life, Camera quality, Overall performance

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Purchase

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I bought this phone for my dad. And I found out that the Samsung A17 is very user-friendly, and the setup was super simple. The screen is clear and bright, and most importantly for someone who uses their phone a lot, the battery lasts a long time, which is perfect for daily use. My dad especially likes how easy it is to make calls, use apps, and take high-resolution, clear photos without the phone slowing down. The sound quality is excellent, and the overall performance feels smooth and reliable. It’s a great value for the price, and seeing my dad enjoy using it every day makes me really happy. I would definitely recommend it to anyone looking for a dependable phone for family members.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life, Overall performance, Storage capacity

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Samsung Galaxy A17 5G 128GB (Unlocked)

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    Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Review of Samsung Galaxy A17 5G 128GB (Unlocked) The Samsung Galaxy A17 5G is a great budget-friendly phone that covers all the basics really well. It runs smoothly for everyday tasks like texting, social media, and streaming without major issues. The display is clear and bright enough for daily use, and the battery life is a big plus—it easily lasts me through the day. Having 128GB of storage is also great because I don’t have to worry about running out of space quickly. 5G connectivity is a nice bonus at this price point, making it feel a bit more future-proof. Pros: Good performance for everyday use Long-lasting battery Plenty of storage (128GB) Affordable with 5G support

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life, Camera quality, Overall performance

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Good phone

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great phone for the price! The battery lasts all day, the screen looks bright and clear, and it handles everyday tasks like calls, messaging, social media, and browsing without any issues. The camera is decent in good lighting, and the phone feels solid. If you’re looking for an affordable and reliable smartphone, I definitely recommend it

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life, Camera quality, Overall performance

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great value for the price

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I’ve been using this phone for a long time and it has worked very well. The battery life is good, the screen looks nice, and the phone is easy to use. It handles everyday tasks like calls, messages, social media, videos, and browsing without problems. For the price, it offers excellent value. I would definitely recommend it to anyone looking for an affordable and reliable smartphone.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life, Camera quality, Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Value for money

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Lives up to its Samsung brand , easy to use , cool display , excellent battery life , value for money , good camera with excellent pics

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life, Camera quality, Overall performance

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Samsung Galaxy

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The Samsung Galaxy A17 5G 128GB is a solid budget phone with a nice big display, decent camera, and good battery life for everyday use. It handles basic tasks like calls, social media, and streaming pretty well. However, it can feel a bit slow at times, especially when switching between apps or doing heavier tasks. That’s mainly due to the limited RAM and budget processor, which can cause occasional lag or stuttering. Overall, it’s good for the price, just don’t expect super fast performance.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Camera quality, Overall performance

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Excellent

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    If you're looking for a budget-friendly smartphone, the A17 is an excellent choice. Compared to other phones in this price range, it offers a great display, clear sound quality, and smooth performance. Even when I use multiple apps simultaneously, the phone runs without any lag or hanging issues. The build quality is another strong point. My previous A16 accidentally fell around eight times. Although its body was badly damaged, it continued to work perfectly. Based on that experience, I trust the durability of this series, and the A17 feels just as solid and reliable. Overall, the A17 offers excellent value for money and is a great option for anyone looking for a dependable smartphone on a budget.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Overall performance

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Galaxy A17

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    AT&T tried to screw me over when I needed to replace my contract Samsung A15 because of a battery problem. They wanted to charge me a ridiculous amount to transfer my phone number or they could add another line with a new number and charge almost the same amount. Best Buy saves the day!!! They had a newer model phone in stock and all that was required was simply putting in my Sim card from my old phone to transfer my current phone number. The new phone works great and has all the features that I needed! Shout out to the young lady in the phone department that assisted me!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life, Camera quality, Overall performance

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great phone for everyday use

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I've been using this phone for a long time and it has worked very well. The battery life is good, the screen looks nice, and the performance is reliable for everyday tasks. I would recommend it to anyone looking for a dependable smartphone at a reasonable price.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Camera quality, Ease of use, Overall performance

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Works better than expected

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Much faster than old phone, camera much better and easier to us, battery life is about the same but am still getting use to this phone.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life, Camera quality, Overall performance

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Surprised about the camera quality

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    i didn’t expect the phone to be this good im really enjoying the battery life and camera quality

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life, Ease of use

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Samsung A17

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Large screen and very easy to use. Lightweight and has a great battery

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use, Overall performance

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Good Android

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Good phone for this tier of phones at this price point. It's easy to use, pretty fast and takes good pictures. Good sixe and also is pretty durable.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life, Camera quality, Overall performance

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Very satisfied!

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The screen is bright and clear, and the performance is very fast. The camera takes better photos than I expected. The battery easily lasts all day. This is my first Samsung Galaxy, and I’m very happy with it.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life, Camera quality, Overall performance

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Vivid display, crystal clear 50MP rear camera.

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    Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Amazing phone, camera is crystal clear with a 50MP rear camera, you are sure to get an awesome picture almost everytime. Battery life is super long, and the display is vivid as can be.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life, Camera quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Phone...Great Price

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    -Exactly what I needed. -$170 for a nice phone with Samsung security support for six years! -Great screen. -Thin and light. -Good battery life. I'm not a phone centered person: I use it for phone calls, text, convenience features (ie: alarms and timers), and useful internet when a PC isn't an option so my usage probably isn't 'typical'. I keep phones for five years, but they are usually only supported for one or two years so having six years of security updates put it ahead of every other phone under $300 for me. I would recommend it.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life, Camera quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Pleased with new samsung A17

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I just purchased this phone to replace an older samsung phone. I'm very happy with it overall.It's much faster.The camera has more retail. The battery wife is pretty good.The only thing I notice is with the case.The phone is heavy compared to my older phone.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life, Camera quality, Overall performance

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Works good and got the job done

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Battery camara and performance is good not the best due to low quality of phine but other then that its good

    I would recommend this to a friend