Samsung is preparing to expand its A-series lineup in India, as the company has officially confirmed the launch of a new Galaxy A-series smartphone on August 29. Although the brand hasn’t revealed the official name yet, the teaser page URL hints at the Galaxy A17 5G, which recently went on pre-order in Europe.
Samsung India teased the launch with the tagline: “Soon you can level up your everyday life with the new awesome by your side.” The registration page further confirms the August 29 launch date for the upcoming device. Interestingly, the teaser design also matches the Galaxy A17 5G, strengthening speculations about its identity.
The Galaxy A17 5G is expected to arrive in India in three memory configurations: 6GB + 128GB, 8GB + 128GB, and 8GB + 256GB. The respective pricing is tipped at ₹18,999, ₹20,499, and ₹23,499. Unlike the European model, the Indian variant may include a charger inside the box, making it a more value-for-money option for Indian buyers.
Samsung Galaxy A17 5G Specifications (European Variant) – Dimensions: 164.4 x 77.9 x 7.5 mm; Weight: 192g – Display: 6.7-inch Super AMOLED, FHD+ (1080 x 2340 pixels), 90Hz refresh rate, 800 nits HBM – Processor: Exynos 1330 (5nm), ARM Mali-G68 MP2 GPU – OS: Android 15 with One UI 7; up to 6 OS upgrades – Storage Variants: 4GB/128GB, 6GB/128GB, 8GB/128GB, 8GB/256GB – Cameras: 50MP (wide) + 5MP (ultra-wide) + 2MP (macro); Front: 13MP – Battery: 5000mAh with 25W wired charging – Connectivity: 5G, Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac (dual-band), Bluetooth 5.3, NFC (market dependent), USB-C 2.0 – Colors: Black, Gray, Blue
With a sleek design, powerful Exynos chipset, Super AMOLED panel, and long-term software updates, the Galaxy A17 5G is positioned as a strong contender in the mid-range segment. Its pricing and included accessories could make it an appealing option for Indian consumers seeking a feature-packed 5G smartphone.
