SIM Free Samsung Galaxy A17 5G 128GB AI Mobile Phone - Black
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About this product
- This product is supplied without a charging adaptor.
- The required output of a suitable charging device is 10W minimum and 25W maximum.
- This product supports PD fast charging (harmonised fast charging).
Stay connected with the freedom to choose your own plan. The SIM Free Samsung Galaxy A17 5G offers everything you need for modern mobile life. A 6.7-inch Super AMOLED display is perfect for streaming, gaming or video calls. The 50-megapixel main camera with Optical Image Stabilisation captures sharp, detailed photos on the move, whether everyday moments or something special. With 128GB storage, you have space for thousands of photos, your favourite apps, and plenty of music without worrying about running out of room.
The 5000mAh battery keeps you going all day and beyond, while fast charging tops you up quickly. Running Android 15, it's intuitive and familiar, with access to the Google Play Store. Built-in AI tools like Circle to Search and Gemini simplify tasks, and the fingerprint scanner offers secure unlocking. At 190g and 7.5mm thin, it feels solid without being heavy. IP45 protection and Corning Gorilla Glass 7 help it handle real life, and with 6 years of security updates, it's built to last. The box includes your phone, USB-C cable, ejection pin, quick start guide, and warranty card.
Please note: In order to reduce e-waste, the manufacturer has chosen not to include a USB plug in the box. You can use an existing USB plug with the included USB cable or purchase one from our site. Please see the 'Box Contents' section below for more details.
Model number: SM-A176BZKAEUB.
Network:
- Network provider: Sim free.
- 5G network capability.
- Dual SIM phone: supports 2 SIM simultaneously.
- SIM card type: nano SIM and nano SIM.
Display and Design:
- 6.7 inch Super AMOLED display.
- With a density of 387 pixels per inch.
- Touch screen.
- Toughened glass.
Dimensions:
- Size H164.4, W77.9, D7.5mm.
- Weight 190g.
Camera and Video:
- Dual camera.
- Front camera 13MP.
- Rear camera 50MP.
- Second rear camera 5MP.
- Third rear camera 2MP.
- LED.
- Camera features: AR Emoji, AR Zone, Deco Pic, Food, Fun, Macro, Night, Panorama, Photo, Portrait, Pro, Slow Motion, Video.
- Video capture in.
Storage:
- Internal memory 128GB.
- when using microSD card slot. Boost your storage to hold more tunes, holiday snaps and extra apps.
Technical specifications:
- Samsung Exynos processor.
- 4GB RAM.
- Operating system: Android 15.
- App store compatibility: Google play store.
Battery:
- 5000mAh battery capacity.
Product features:
- AI built in.
- MP3 and MP4 player.
- This phone features fast charge technology - faster than standard charging, for when time is of the essence.
- Contactless payment - Link up your card to your phone for easy buying.
- Fingerprint scanner - For simple, safe and speedy unlocking and better security.
Connectivity:
- Wi-Fi.
- Bluetooth.
- NFC.
- GPS.
Box Contents:
- Device, USB C Charging cable, Warranty Card, Quick start guide, Ejection Pin.
- Only charging cable included - USB C to USB C cable required.
Energy efficiency information:
- Energy efficiency class: B.
- Water IP rating: 4.
- Dust IP rating: 5.
General information:
- EAN: 8806097642671.
- 2 year guarantee.
Returns
If you want us to collect an unwanted small item after delivery, it costs £3.95 or you can return it to any store for free. You won’t be charged if the item is faulty, or if it was delivered by a supplier.
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Customers Say
Samsung A17 5G offers good value with clear display, easy usability, and decent camera. Battery life varies from good to short; some report overheating and lag issues.
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Easy to use and a good price for a basic phone.
I purchased the Samsung A17 5G for my wife because she was using an old Diro phone which had limited abilities and she is not technically gifted. She does use a Samsung I pad so the transition to the phone was relatively easy. The phone is easy to use and has large text with 1 tab phone contacts. Having read reviews about this phone battery life being short I can honestly say that it last a long time for the purpose it was purchased for phone calls. I suspect the short battery life may be if the phone is used for extended Internet use but for basic phone use it is fine. The price was also very good for a basic mobile phone. It can be a little slow but it is not a major problem.
Tech10
A17 5 G simply great
Love my new A17 5g . Thought my last phone the A53 was great, but this is even better. Camera sharper and scrolling smoother. Battery life also better.
Lynndelou
Great fetures
The samsung Display and performance and camera is excelent for the price tag defently recomend
James, 35 - 44
Great phone
So happy with my purchase so far
Den1964
Nice uograde
Nice upgrade. Good graphics. Only disappointment is that battery doesn't long....have to recharge every other day. Quick connection and camera crisp
Von12, Chepstow
My new A17 5G phone
I like my new phone, the display icons and font are much clearer and easy to read. The battery is holding its charge which my old phone was not. Performance is quick and clear. I have not yet tried the camera but I am sure it will be good.
Toyah43, North West
Good value
Great price good screen size very pleased with my new phone.
Kes64, Glasgow
Great features
My new Samsung has great features, long life battery, and really good camera images. The connvectivity and performance are really good, Love the bright display which is clear and easy to see. I am really pleased with my choice.
Kath07
It has everything needed for basic phone
Easy to use and set up for a first time user. Great
Hasso
Great phone
I love this phone. It's easy to use, the battery seems to last for ages. The camera is great. The display is brilliant. The phone connects quickly. Overall it has great performance. Really great phone. So far I'm very happy with it. Xxx
tina27
Though a full User Manual is not typically included within the box, you can find the User Manual for the A17 5G here: https://downloadcenter.samsung.com/content/UM...
If you'd like a physical copy, we'd be happy to help. You can find the contact details and operating hours of our Support Teams here: https://www.samsung.com/uk/support/contact/...
Hope this helps, Jules!
Hello Nick,
No, the UK and Ireland regional version of the SIM Free Samsung Galaxy A17 5G (Model SM-A176B) is not eSIM compatible.
Thank you for using Q&A.
This is all dependent on your location, Jules. However, Samsung phones sold in the UK are primarily manufactured either in Vietnam or India. It will be stated on the box where this was manufactured.
We hope this helps!
The A17 will receive 6 major Android OS upgrades and 6 years of security updates, Bruno. We hope this helps.
Yes you can keep your same number, as this A17 5G is SIM Free, so any Nano SIM can be inserted. If your current SIM isn't Nano, please reach out to your Network Provider, who will be able to port your number over to the right size SIM. Hope this helps, Carol!
To transfer data from a smartphone to the A17 5G, we would recommend using our SmartSwitch app, which makes data transfer a breeze. You can find out more about this here: https://www.samsung.com/uk/apps/smart-switch/...
For other data transfer methods, please check out the following link: https://www.samsung.com/uk/support/mobile-dev...
Hope this helps, Angel!
Thank you for your question. We are pleased to confirm that the Galaxy A17 can be used in Spain. When travelling, we recommend ensuring that data roaming is enabled on your device and checking with your network provider that roaming services are included in your plan, as availability and charges may vary depending on your contract. We hope this helps.
Hello Nick.
After checking with our supplier, they have advised for SIM Free Samsung Galaxy A17 5G 128GB AI Mobile Phone - Black.
Yes you can buy a phone here in UK, but with major network restrictions. You can physically bring a UK-purchased Samsung Galaxy A17 5G to the United States and use a US SIM card, but its daily performance will heavily depend on which American carrier you choose. So as we suggest, it is better to purchase a device from there so there will be no restrictions in using carrier network.
Thank you for using Q & A.
Yes, as long as you insert a UK SIM card and make a phone call of at least 5 minutes in length while in the UK, the region lock will be removed from the A17 and you will be able to use it abroad. Please note that software updates may be delayed while in the USA as they are distributed in collaboration with UK Network providers. You also may not be able to receive the same level of warranty support in the USA, should you require it. Hope this helps, James!
The A17 came out in the United Kingdom in August 2025. We hope this helps.
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