India, Dec. 19 -- I used the Galaxy M17 5G as my daily phone for a few week, juggling office chats, metro rides, evening streaming and a few light gaming sessions. Samsung positions it as a no-nonsense upgrade for buyers who want a big OLED screen, dependable battery life and 5G at a sensible price. On those fundamentals it delivers, and it adds a few welcome extras for the segment.

The M17 5G launched in India from Rs.12,499 for 4 GB RAM and 128 GB storage, with 6 GB and 8 GB RAM variants at Rs.13,999 and Rs.15,499. Expect regular bank offers and sale discounts across Amazon, Samsung.com and retail.

The first thing you notice about the Galaxy M17 5G is its large, vibrant display. It comes with a 6.7-inch Super AMOLED panel, with Full H...