OPPO A 6 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy A35

Our Verdict: The spec gap is most obvious in battery capacity: OPPO A 6 Pro brings 7,000 mAh compared with 5,000 mAh, plus a 185g body against 209g. Against that, Samsung Galaxy A35 answers with lower SIM-free starting price around £140, so it works well if you want to keep the upfront cost down. Overall, lean toward OPPO A 6 Pro for larger battery capacity, but keep Samsung Galaxy A35 in mind for lower upfront cost.

Buying outright, the A35 starts at £155 SIM-free.

Screen
6.57" 6.6"
Display
AMOLED Super AMOLED
Resolution
1080 x 2372 1080 x 2340
Pixels Per Inch
397 390
Rear Camera
50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
16 Megapixels 13 Megapixels
Chipset
Mediatek Dimensity 6300 (6 nm) Exynos 1380 (5 nm)
Battery
7,000 mAh 5,000 mAh
Storage
128GB, 256GB 128GB, 256GB
OS
Android Android 14
SIM Type
Nano SIM + Nano SIM Nano SIM
Connectivity
Up to 5G Up to 5G
Wi-Fi
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6
Bluetooth
5.4, A2DP, LE, aptX HD 5.3 with A2DP, LE
Dimensions
158.2 x 75 x 8 mm 161.7 x 78 x 8.2 mm
Weight
185 grams 209 grams
Water Resistance
IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min) IP67 - Dust and water resistant
Contracts
£9.99/mo (£99.00 upfront) -
SIM-free
£247.00 £154.99

Prices updated 25 July 2026

OPPO A 6 Pro OPPO A 6 Pro Samsung Galaxy A35 Samsung Galaxy A35
Screen 6.57" 6.6"
Display AMOLED Super AMOLED
Resolution 1080 x 2372 1080 x 2340
Pixels Per Inch 397 390
Rear Camera 50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 16 Megapixels 13 Megapixels
Chipset Mediatek Dimensity 6300 (6 nm) Exynos 1380 (5 nm)
Battery 7,000 mAh 5,000 mAh
Storage 128GB, 256GB 128GB, 256GB
OS Android Android 14
SIM Type Nano SIM + Nano SIM Nano SIM
Connectivity Up to 5G Up to 5G
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6
Bluetooth 5.4, A2DP, LE, aptX HD 5.3 with A2DP, LE
Dimensions 158.2 x 75 x 8 mm 161.7 x 78 x 8.2 mm
Weight 185 grams 209 grams
Water Resistance IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min) IP67 - Dust and water resistant
Contracts £9.99/mo
£99.00 upfront
-
SIM-free £247.00 £154.99
Prices updated 25 July 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which has the better screen, the OPPO A 6 Pro or Samsung Galaxy A35?

Both phones have a similar screen size at around 6.6", both screens are similarly sharp at around 397 pixels per inch, and the OPPO A 6 Pro uses a AMOLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy A35 has a Super AMOLED.

Which has the better camera, the OPPO A 6 Pro or Samsung Galaxy A35?

The OPPO A 6 Pro features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy A35 has a 50 Megapixels rear camera. Both devices also have front-facing cameras for selfies and video calls.

Which is cheaper to buy SIM-free, the OPPO A 6 Pro or Samsung Galaxy A35?

The Samsung Galaxy A35 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £154.99.

What storage options are available for the OPPO A 6 Pro and Samsung Galaxy A35?

The OPPO A 6 Pro is available in 128GB, 256GB, while the Samsung Galaxy A35 comes in 128GB, 256GB.

What processors do the OPPO A 6 Pro and Samsung Galaxy A35 use?

The OPPO A 6 Pro is powered by the Mediatek Dimensity 6300 (6 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy A35 uses the Exynos 1380 (5 nm).

Which is easier to carry and hold, the OPPO A 6 Pro or Samsung Galaxy A35?

The OPPO A 6 Pro is the more portable of the two: it's 24g lighter at 185 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 158.2 x 75 x 8 mm.

Which is more water resistant, the OPPO A 6 Pro or Samsung Galaxy A35?

The OPPO A 6 Pro is rated IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min), while the Samsung Galaxy A35 is rated IP67 - Dust and water resistant.

What operating system do the OPPO A 6 Pro and Samsung Galaxy A35 run?

The OPPO A 6 Pro runs Android and the Samsung Galaxy A35 runs Android 14. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.