Customer reviews from Samsung US
Samsung - Refurbished Excellent - Galaxy A17 5G 128GB (Unlocked) - Black
Average customer rating
4.3
(3,391 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 3,391 reviews
5 Stars
2,004
4 Stars
758
3 Stars
318
2 Stars
163
1 Star
148
35%of customers recommend this product.
(
7 out of
20)
Customer Reviews for Samsung - Refurbished Excellent - Galaxy A17 5G 128GB (Unlocked) - Black
Customer Rating
5
My Galaxy A17
on May 21, 2026
Posted by: Nicole
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I mainly use my device to write and as a tool to keep up with distant family members. The Ai feature really helps to turn what I say into fuller paragraphs. And it makes me sound intelligent as well. I have used it to create resumes and I have used it to map out plans for my future as well as detailed steps to get me towards my goals. I recommend this device solely on the confidence that the screen is big and the display is enough to have a whole document layout without the zooming in and zooming n out to read. I give this device 4 stars solely for the fact that I feel the cameras could be a bit better.
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
Total reliability for work and play!
on May 21, 2026
Posted by: Luv4samsung
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The Samsung Galaxy A17 deserves a solid 5 stars. I use it for everything from keeping up with my busy everyday life to unwinding with my favorite games and movies. The performance is smooth, the picture quality is sharp, and it proves how good it is every time I turn it on. It’s a top-tier phone that doesn't disappoint, and that's that.
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
2
The system is constantly crashes my A15 was better
on May 21, 2026
Posted by: Jewels
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Galaxy AI never mentioned how I'd be better off with a flip phone than the model
Value
2
Response from Samsung USBy R&R, May 22, 2026
Hey Jewels,
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback on the Galaxy A17 5G. We appreciate your input as the Smart AI features continue to evolve, designed to make your daily tasks smoother and more personalized.
If your Galaxy phone or tablet freezes or crashes, it can be quite frustrating. The good news is that this issue can often be resolved without needing to send your device in for service. Simple actions like rebooting your device and updating the software can help prevent future freezes and crashes.
Start by ensuring your phone's software is up to date. If an update is available, it will begin downloading automatically, although you may need to tap on "Download now" on some devices. Once the download is complete, follow the on-screen instructions to install the update.
Additionally, make sure your device has enough storage space. If your phone or tablet is lacking storage, you can free up space using the Device care feature. You can also back up extra files using Smart Switch or your Samsung or Google account.
For more tips on getting your phone to run more smoothly, please check out the link provided below. We appreciate your being part of the Samsung community!
Samsung phone or tablet freezes and crashes
https://www.samsung.com/us/support/troubleshoot/TSG10001440/
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Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback on the Galaxy A17 5G. We appreciate your input as the Smart AI features continue to evolve, designed to make your daily tasks smoother and more personalized.
If your Galaxy phone or tablet freezes or crashes, it can be quite frustrating. The good news is that this issue can often be resolved without needing to send your device in for service. Simple actions like rebooting your device and updating the software can help prevent future freezes and crashes.
Start by ensuring your phone's software is up to date. If an update is available, it will begin downloading automatically, although you may need to tap on "Download now" on some devices. Once the download is complete, follow the on-screen instructions to install the update.
Additionally, make sure your device has enough storage space. If your phone or tablet is lacking storage, you can free up space using the Device care feature. You can also back up extra files using Smart Switch or your Samsung or Google account.
For more tips on getting your phone to run more smoothly, please check out the link provided below. We appreciate your being part of the Samsung community!
Samsung phone or tablet freezes and crashes
https://www.samsung.com/us/support/troubleshoot/TSG10001440/
-Ty
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Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
4
Performance And Convenience
on May 21, 2026
Posted by: Marlviniii
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] GALAXY A17 is sooooo smooth when using it. It has really nice features and takes relatively nice images.
Really good for gaming as it has a long battery life yet it charges very fast.
Speaking of display, its amazing almost offer something related to the S galaxy series just at a lower price. Its really worth every peny. And comes in good colours. Really good and presentable!
Really good for gaming as it has a long battery life yet it charges very fast.
Speaking of display, its amazing almost offer something related to the S galaxy series just at a lower price. Its really worth every peny. And comes in good colours. Really good and presentable!
Value
4
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
4
Performance And Convenience
on May 21, 2026
Posted by: Marlviniii
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] GALAXY A17 is sooooo smooth when using it. It has really nice features and takes relatively nice images.
Really good for gaming as it has a long battery life yet it charges very fast.
Speaking of display, its amazing almost offer something related to the S galaxy series just at a lower price. Its really worth every peny. And comes in good colours. Really good and presentable!
Really good for gaming as it has a long battery life yet it charges very fast.
Speaking of display, its amazing almost offer something related to the S galaxy series just at a lower price. Its really worth every peny. And comes in good colours. Really good and presentable!
Value
4
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
Solid everyday phone for real busy mom life
on May 21, 2026
Posted by: Momof4
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] “I use my Samsung Galaxy every day for work, family, and everything in between, so I really rely on it. The display is beautiful, the camera takes clear, detailed photos, and I love how customizable everything is.
The Galaxy AI features are a nice addition and make certain things quicker and more convenient, especially when I’m multitasking or trying to get things done on the go.
I have noticed some lag at times—especially when switching between apps or when I’ve been using the phone for a while—which can be a little frustrating. But overall, it still performs well for what I need day to day.
It’s a solid device with a lot of great features, and I’m hopeful future updates will smooth out the performance even more.
The Galaxy AI features are a nice addition and make certain things quicker and more convenient, especially when I’m multitasking or trying to get things done on the go.
I have noticed some lag at times—especially when switching between apps or when I’ve been using the phone for a while—which can be a little frustrating. But overall, it still performs well for what I need day to day.
It’s a solid device with a lot of great features, and I’m hopeful future updates will smooth out the performance even more.
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
Daily everyday companion!
on May 21, 2026
Posted by: Terraa
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The Galaxy AI is so hopeful for on the go look up of a desirable location, object or thing! It's photo editing is also the best for its tools to change up the images snapped with this thing! So far my phone has been durable with daily everyday life and it's been with me everywhere I go. Everything I do like when it comes to watching YouTube, playing some games here and there, streaming to my Samsung TV with Smart Things, and photos outside comes to me naturally and smooth which is the best thing about this device!
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
1
Sorry phone
on May 21, 2026
Posted by: Hatea17phone
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Freezes and stuttering, hit home button and camera button lights up, hit power button says power at bottom of screen. Want run weather bug without crawling slowly. Pitiful is all I know to say.
Value
1
Response from Samsung USBy R&R, May 22, 2026
Hello there,
Thank you for taking the time to provide feedback on the Galaxy A17 5G. Galaxy devices are designed to support a wide range of activities, from entertainment to everyday multitasking. Based on the issues you've described with your phone, it seems you could benefit from a software update.
Software updates are like oil changes and tune-ups for your phone; they help keep everything running smoothly. Additionally, they improve the user interface, enhance security, and fix minor bugs. We recommend updating your software whenever a new version becomes available to ensure your device remains in excellent condition.
To update your software, please follow these steps:
1. Using two fingers, swipe down from the top-right corner of the screen and tap the Settings icon.
2. Swipe to find and select "Software update" or "System updates," depending on your model.
3. Tap "Download and install," "Check for system updates," or "Check for software updates," depending on your carrier.
If an update is available, it will begin downloading automatically. However, on some devices, you may need to tap "Download now." Once the download is complete, follow the on-screen instructions to install the update.
For more information about software updates for your phone and to learn how to know when it’s time for an update, please check out the link below. We appreciate you sharing your experience with Samsung.
How to update your Galaxy phone or tablet
https://www.samsung.com/us/support/answer/ANS10002027/
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Thank you for taking the time to provide feedback on the Galaxy A17 5G. Galaxy devices are designed to support a wide range of activities, from entertainment to everyday multitasking. Based on the issues you've described with your phone, it seems you could benefit from a software update.
Software updates are like oil changes and tune-ups for your phone; they help keep everything running smoothly. Additionally, they improve the user interface, enhance security, and fix minor bugs. We recommend updating your software whenever a new version becomes available to ensure your device remains in excellent condition.
To update your software, please follow these steps:
1. Using two fingers, swipe down from the top-right corner of the screen and tap the Settings icon.
2. Swipe to find and select "Software update" or "System updates," depending on your model.
3. Tap "Download and install," "Check for system updates," or "Check for software updates," depending on your carrier.
If an update is available, it will begin downloading automatically. However, on some devices, you may need to tap "Download now." Once the download is complete, follow the on-screen instructions to install the update.
For more information about software updates for your phone and to learn how to know when it’s time for an update, please check out the link below. We appreciate you sharing your experience with Samsung.
How to update your Galaxy phone or tablet
https://www.samsung.com/us/support/answer/ANS10002027/
-Ty
Samsung Support
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Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US