Samsung Galaxy A13 5G vs Samsung Galaxy A70

Our Verdict: For Samsung Galaxy A70 versus Samsung Galaxy A13 5G, the recommendation depends mostly on what you want from the hardware. The A70 is ahead for portability, with a sharper 393 PPI display, its Super AMOLED panel, and a higher-resolution 32MP front camera; the A13 5G is the better match for a higher-resolution 50MP rear camera and a larger 5,000 mAh battery. A bigger mAh figure is useful context, but real battery life still depends on software and chipset efficiency. The A70 is the better fit for portability, while the A13 5G is the one to consider for camera hardware.

Buying outright, the A70 starts at £110 SIM-free.

Expert Rating
3.5
4 reviews
4.3
10 reviews
Screen
6.5" 6.7"
Display
PLS LCD Super AMOLED
Resolution
720 x 1600 1080 x 2400
Pixels Per Inch
270 393
Rear Camera
50 Megapixels 32 Megapixels
Front Camera
5 Megapixels 32 Megapixels
Chipset
MediaTek MT6833 Dimensity 700 Qualcomm SDM675 Snapdragon 675
Battery
5,000 mAh 4,500 mAh
Storage
64GB 128GB
OS
Android Android
SIM Type
Nano SIM Nano SIM
Connectivity
Up to 5G Up to 4G
Wi-Fi
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
Bluetooth
5.0 with A2DP, LE 5.0 with A2DP, LE
Dimensions
164.5 x 76.5 x 8.8 mm 164.3 x 76.7 x 7.9 mm
Weight
195 grams 183 grams
Water Resistance
Not rated Not rated
Contracts
- -
SIM-free
£124.99 £109.99
Samsung Galaxy A13 5G Samsung Galaxy A13 5G Samsung Galaxy A70 Samsung Galaxy A70
Expert Rating 3.5
4 reviews
4.3
10 reviews
Screen 6.5" 6.7"
Display PLS LCD Super AMOLED
Resolution 720 x 1600 1080 x 2400
Pixels Per Inch 270 393
Rear Camera 50 Megapixels 32 Megapixels
Front Camera 5 Megapixels 32 Megapixels
Chipset MediaTek MT6833 Dimensity 700 Qualcomm SDM675 Snapdragon 675
Battery 5,000 mAh 4,500 mAh
Storage 64GB 128GB
OS Android Android
SIM Type Nano SIM Nano SIM
Connectivity Up to 5G Up to 4G
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
Bluetooth 5.0 with A2DP, LE 5.0 with A2DP, LE
Dimensions 164.5 x 76.5 x 8.8 mm 164.3 x 76.7 x 7.9 mm
Weight 195 grams 183 grams
Water Resistance Not rated Not rated
Contracts - -
SIM-free £124.99 £109.99
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which has the better screen, the Samsung Galaxy A13 5G or Samsung Galaxy A70?

The Samsung Galaxy A70 has the bigger screen at 6.7" compared to the Samsung Galaxy A13 5G's 6.5", the Samsung Galaxy A70 has the sharper display at 393 pixels per inch versus 270, and the Samsung Galaxy A13 5G uses a PLS LCD panel while the Samsung Galaxy A70 has a Super AMOLED.

Which has the better camera, the Samsung Galaxy A13 5G or Samsung Galaxy A70?

The Samsung Galaxy A13 5G features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy A70 has a 32 Megapixels rear camera. Both devices also have front-facing cameras for selfies and video calls.

Which is cheaper to buy SIM-free, the Samsung Galaxy A13 5G or Samsung Galaxy A70?

The Samsung Galaxy A70 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £109.99.

What storage options are available for the Samsung Galaxy A13 5G and Samsung Galaxy A70?

The Samsung Galaxy A13 5G is available in 64GB, while the Samsung Galaxy A70 comes in 128GB.

What processors do the Samsung Galaxy A13 5G and Samsung Galaxy A70 use?

The Samsung Galaxy A13 5G is powered by the MediaTek MT6833 Dimensity 700, while the Samsung Galaxy A70 uses the Qualcomm SDM675 Snapdragon 675.

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Samsung Galaxy A13 5G or Samsung Galaxy A70?

The Samsung Galaxy A70 is the more portable of the two: it's 12g lighter at 183 grams, both are similar in overall footprint, and is slimmer at 7.9mm thick.

Which is more water resistant, the Samsung Galaxy A13 5G or Samsung Galaxy A70?

Both phones share the same water resistance rating of Not rated.

What operating system do the Samsung Galaxy A13 5G and Samsung Galaxy A70 run?

Both phones run Android.