Samsung Galaxy A14 vs Samsung Galaxy A51

Our verdict: For photography, the Samsung Galaxy A14 leads with a 50MP main camera. Front-camera quality goes to the Samsung Galaxy A51 at 32MP. Portability goes to the Samsung Galaxy A51 at 172g. Prefer to own outright? The Samsung Galaxy A14 starts from just £89.95.

Screen
6.6" 6.5"
Display
PLS LCD Super AMOLED
Resolution
1080 x 2408 1080 x 2400
Pixels Per Inch
400 405
Rear Camera
50 Megapixels 48 Megapixels
Front Camera
13 Megapixels 32 Megapixels
Chipset
Mediatek MT6769 Helio G80 (12 nm) Exynos 9611
Storage
64GB 64GB, 128GB
OS
Android 13 Android
SIM Type
Nano SIM Nano SIM
Connectivity
Up to 4G Up to 4G
Wi-Fi
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
Bluetooth
5.1 with A2DP, LE 5.0 with A2DP, LE
Dimensions
167.7 x 78 x 9.1 mm 158.5 x 73.6 x 7.9 mm
Weight
201 grams 172 grams
Water Resistance
Not rated Not rated
Contracts
SIM-free
£89.95 £129.99
Samsung Galaxy A14 Samsung Galaxy A14 Samsung Galaxy A51 Samsung Galaxy A51
Screen 6.6" 6.5"
Display PLS LCD Super AMOLED
Resolution 1080 x 2408 1080 x 2400
Pixels Per Inch 400 405
Rear Camera 50 Megapixels 48 Megapixels
Front Camera 13 Megapixels 32 Megapixels
Chipset Mediatek MT6769 Helio G80 (12 nm) Exynos 9611
Storage 64GB 64GB, 128GB
OS Android 13 Android
SIM Type Nano SIM Nano SIM
Connectivity Up to 4G Up to 4G
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
Bluetooth 5.1 with A2DP, LE 5.0 with A2DP, LE
Dimensions 167.7 x 78 x 9.1 mm 158.5 x 73.6 x 7.9 mm
Weight 201 grams 172 grams
Water Resistance Not rated Not rated
Contracts
SIM-free £89.95 £129.99
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which has the better screen, the Samsung Galaxy A14 or Samsung Galaxy A51?

Both phones have a similar screen size at around 6.6", both screens are similarly sharp at around 400 pixels per inch, and the Samsung Galaxy A14 uses a PLS LCD panel while the Samsung Galaxy A51 has a Super AMOLED.

Which has the better camera, the Samsung Galaxy A14 or Samsung Galaxy A51?

The Samsung Galaxy A14 features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy A51 has a 48 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 A14 or Samsung Galaxy A51?

The Samsung Galaxy A14 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £89.95.

What storage options are available for the Samsung Galaxy A14 and Samsung Galaxy A51?

The Samsung Galaxy A14 is available in 64GB, while the Samsung Galaxy A51 comes in 64GB, 128GB.

What processors do the Samsung Galaxy A14 and Samsung Galaxy A51 use?

The Samsung Galaxy A14 is powered by the Mediatek MT6769 Helio G80 (12 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy A51 uses the Exynos 9611.

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Samsung Galaxy A14 or Samsung Galaxy A51?

The Samsung Galaxy A51 is the more portable of the two — it's 29g lighter at 172 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 158.5 x 73.6 x 7.9 mm, and is slimmer at 7.9mm thick.

Which is more water resistant, the Samsung Galaxy A14 or Samsung Galaxy A51?

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

What operating system do the Samsung Galaxy A14 and Samsung Galaxy A51 run?

The Samsung Galaxy A14 runs Android 13 and the Samsung Galaxy A51 runs Android. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.