Samsung has expanded its popular Galaxy M series in India with the launch of the Galaxy M17 5G on October 10, 2025.1 The new smartphone is aimed at the Gen Z demographic, offering a compelling package of a "No Shake" 50MP camera with Optical Image Stabilization (OIS), a large Super AMOLED display, and a host of artificial intelligence-powered features, all at a competitive price point.2

Pricing and Availability

The Samsung Galaxy M17 5G is priced starting at ₹12,499 for the base 4GB RAM + 128GB storage variant.3 The 6GB RAM + 128GB storage model is priced at ₹13,999, and the top-end 8GB RAM + 128GB storage option is available for ₹15,499.4 The phone will be available in two color options: Moonlight Silver and Sapphire Black.5 It will go on sale starting October 13, 2025, across Amazon.in, Samsung.com, and select retail stores.6

Key Specifications and Features

The Galaxy M17 5G boasts a large 6.7-inch Full HD+ Super AMOLED display, promising vibrant colors and deep blacks.7 The device is powered by Samsung's in-house Exynos 1330 processor, paired with up to 8GB of RAM, which should provide a smooth user experience for everyday tasks and moderate gaming.8 It comes with 128GB of internal storage, which is expandable via a microSD card.9

The camera system is a major highlight of the Galaxy M17 5G. It features a triple-camera setup on the rear, headlined by a 50-megapixel primary sensor with OIS to capture stable and blur-free photos and videos.10 This is accompanied by a 5-megapixel ultra-wide-angle lens and a 2-megapixel macro sensor.11 For selfies and video calls, there is a 13-megapixel camera on the front.12

Keeping the phone running is a 5,000mAh battery that supports 25W fast charging.13 On the software front, the Galaxy M17 5G runs on the latest Android 15 with Samsung's One UI 7 on top.14 Samsung is also promising an impressive six years of OS upgrades and security updates for the device, a commitment that is rare in this price segment.15

In a push towards integrating AI into its mid-range offerings, Samsung has equipped the Galaxy M17 5G with features like "Circle to Search" with Google and "Gemini Live," which offers real-time AI-powered visual conversations.16 Other notable features include an IP54 rating for dust and splash resistance, Samsung Knox Vault for enhanced security, Voice Focus for clearer calls, and Samsung Wallet with Tap & Pay functionality.17