Samsung Galaxy A14 vs Samsung Galaxy A57

Our verdict: It depends what you value in a screen — the Samsung Galaxy A57 offers 6.7" but the Samsung Galaxy A14 counters with 400 PPI. Front-camera quality goes to the Samsung Galaxy A57 at 32MP. At just 179g, the Samsung Galaxy A57 is the more pocket-friendly option. Peace of mind goes to the Samsung Galaxy A57 with IP68 water and dust protection.

Screen
6.6" 6.7"
Display
PLS LCD Super AMOLED
Resolution
1080 x 2408 1080 x 2340
Pixels Per Inch
400 385
Rear Camera
50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
13 Megapixels 32 Megapixels
Chipset
Mediatek MT6769 Helio G80 (12 nm) Exynos 1580 (4 nm)
Storage
64GB 256GB
OS
Android 13 Android 16
SIM Type
Nano SIM nano-SIM and e-SIM
Connectivity
Up to 4G Up to 5G
Wi-Fi
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6
Bluetooth
5.1 with A2DP, LE 5.3 with A2DP, LE
Dimensions
167.7 x 78 x 9.1 mm 162.2 x 77.5 x 7.4 mm
Weight
201 grams 179 grams
Water Resistance
Not rated IP68 dust tight and water resistant (immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min)
Contracts
£18.99/mo (£29.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£89.95 £467.99
Samsung Galaxy A14 Samsung Galaxy A14 Samsung Galaxy A57 Samsung Galaxy A57
Screen 6.6" 6.7"
Display PLS LCD Super AMOLED
Resolution 1080 x 2408 1080 x 2340
Pixels Per Inch 400 385
Rear Camera 50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 13 Megapixels 32 Megapixels
Chipset Mediatek MT6769 Helio G80 (12 nm) Exynos 1580 (4 nm)
Storage 64GB 256GB
OS Android 13 Android 16
SIM Type Nano SIM nano-SIM and e-SIM
Connectivity Up to 4G Up to 5G
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6
Bluetooth 5.1 with A2DP, LE 5.3 with A2DP, LE
Dimensions 167.7 x 78 x 9.1 mm 162.2 x 77.5 x 7.4 mm
Weight 201 grams 179 grams
Water Resistance Not rated IP68 dust tight and water resistant (immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min)
Contracts £18.99/mo
£29.00 upfront
SIM-free £89.95 £467.99
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which has the better screen, the Samsung Galaxy A14 or Samsung Galaxy A57?

The Samsung Galaxy A57 has the bigger screen at 6.7" compared to the Samsung Galaxy A14's 6.6", the Samsung Galaxy A14 has the sharper display at 400 pixels per inch versus 385, and the Samsung Galaxy A14 uses a PLS LCD panel while the Samsung Galaxy A57 has a Super AMOLED.

Which has the better camera, the Samsung Galaxy A14 or Samsung Galaxy A57?

The Samsung Galaxy A14 features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy A57 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 Samsung Galaxy A14 or Samsung Galaxy A57?

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 A57?

The Samsung Galaxy A14 is available in 64GB, while the Samsung Galaxy A57 comes in 256GB.

What processors do the Samsung Galaxy A14 and Samsung Galaxy A57 use?

The Samsung Galaxy A14 is powered by the Mediatek MT6769 Helio G80 (12 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy A57 uses the Exynos 1580 (4 nm).

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Samsung Galaxy A14 or Samsung Galaxy A57?

The Samsung Galaxy A57 is the more portable of the two — it's 22g lighter at 179 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 162.2 x 77.5 x 7.4 mm, and is slimmer at 7.4mm thick.

Which is more water resistant, the Samsung Galaxy A14 or Samsung Galaxy A57?

The Samsung Galaxy A14 is rated Not rated, while the Samsung Galaxy A57 is rated IP68 dust tight and water resistant (immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min).

What operating system do the Samsung Galaxy A14 and Samsung Galaxy A57 run?

The Samsung Galaxy A14 runs Android 13 and the Samsung Galaxy A57 runs Android 16. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.