Samsung has launched its latest budget smartphone in the M-series, the Galaxy M17e 5G in India, as previously announced. It features a 6.7-inch HD+ LCD screen with a 120Hz refresh rate and a notch design, and runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300 processor.
For photography, the device features a dual rear camera setup with a 50MP primary sensor and a 2MP depth sensor, plus an 8MP front-facing camera. It runs on Android 16 with One UI 8, supports Gemini Live features, and is promised to receive 6 major OS updates along with 6 years of security patches.
In terms of design, the phone is 8.2mm thick and comes with a Glass Fibre Reinforced Polymer (GFRP) back panel. It also features a key island layout for easier button access and carries an IP54 rating for basic dust and splash resistance. The device is powered by a 6,000 mAh battery and supports 25W charging.
Samsung Galaxy M17e 5G Specifications -
| Display | 6.7″ (720 x 1600 pixels) HD+ Infinity-U LCD screen, 120Hz refresh rate |
| Processor | Octa Core MediaTek Dimensity 6300 6nm processor (2x Cortex-A76 @ 2.4GHz + 6x Cortex-A55 @ 2GHz) with Arm Mali-G57 MC2 GPU |
| RAM & Storage | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB RAM, 128GB internal storage, expandable up to 2TB via microSD |
| SIM | Hybrid Dual SIM (nano + nano / microSD) |
| OS/UI | One UI 8.0 is based on Android 16 |
| Rear Camera | 50MP main camera (f/1.8) + 2MP depth sensor (f/2.4), LED flash |
| Front Camera | 8MP |
| Security | Side-mounted fingerprint scanner |
| Dimensions & Weight | 167 x 77 x 8.2mm; 199g |
| Audio | USB Type-C audio, bottom-ported speakers |
| Durability | IP54 dust and water resistance |
| Connectivity | 5G SA/NSA (12 bands), Dual 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi 802.11 ac (2.4GHz + 5GHz), Bluetooth 5.3, GPS + GLONASS, USB Type-C, NFC |
| Battery | 6000mAh with 25W fast charging support |
Pricing and Availability -
The Samsung Galaxy M17e 5G is offered in Vibe Violet and Blitz Blue colour options, with a starting price of Rs. 12,999. The Customers will get a launch discount of Rs. 1,250, then the effective price starts at Rs.11,749.
It will be available via Amazon, Samsung’s official website, and select retail outlets. Additionally, limited-time online sales are scheduled today between 12 PM and 2 PM.
