Samsung Galaxy A14 vs Samsung Galaxy A71

Our verdict: Neither phone sweeps the display: the Samsung Galaxy A71 is bigger at 6.7" while the Samsung Galaxy A14 is sharper at 400 PPI. Photography fans should note the Samsung Galaxy A71 packs a 64MP main sensor. Up front, the Samsung Galaxy A71 wins with a 32MP selfie camera. At just 179g, the Samsung Galaxy A71 is the more pocket-friendly option.

Screen
6.6" 6.7"
Display
PLS LCD Super AMOLED
Resolution
1080 x 2408 1080 x 2240
Pixels Per Inch
400 371
Rear Camera
50 Megapixels 64 Megapixels
Front Camera
13 Megapixels 32 Megapixels
Chipset
Mediatek MT6769 Helio G80 (12 nm) Qualcomm SDM730 Snapdragon 730
Storage
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 163.6 x 76 x 7.7 mm
Weight
201 grams 179 grams
Water Resistance
Not rated Not rated
Contracts
SIM-free
£89.95 £129.99
Samsung Galaxy A14 Samsung Galaxy A14 Samsung Galaxy A71 Samsung Galaxy A71
Screen 6.6" 6.7"
Display PLS LCD Super AMOLED
Resolution 1080 x 2408 1080 x 2240
Pixels Per Inch 400 371
Rear Camera 50 Megapixels 64 Megapixels
Front Camera 13 Megapixels 32 Megapixels
Chipset Mediatek MT6769 Helio G80 (12 nm) Qualcomm SDM730 Snapdragon 730
Storage 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 163.6 x 76 x 7.7 mm
Weight 201 grams 179 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 A71?

The Samsung Galaxy A71 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 371, and the Samsung Galaxy A14 uses a PLS LCD panel while the Samsung Galaxy A71 has a Super AMOLED.

Which has the better camera, the Samsung Galaxy A14 or Samsung Galaxy A71?

The Samsung Galaxy A14 features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy A71 has a 64 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 A71?

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 A71?

The Samsung Galaxy A14 is available in 64GB, while the Samsung Galaxy A71 comes in 128GB.

What processors do the Samsung Galaxy A14 and Samsung Galaxy A71 use?

The Samsung Galaxy A14 is powered by the Mediatek MT6769 Helio G80 (12 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy A71 uses the Qualcomm SDM730 Snapdragon 730.

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Samsung Galaxy A14 or Samsung Galaxy A71?

The Samsung Galaxy A71 is the more portable of the two — it's 22g lighter at 179 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 163.6 x 76 x 7.7 mm, and is slimmer at 7.7mm thick.

Which is more water resistant, the Samsung Galaxy A14 or Samsung Galaxy A71?

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

What operating system do the Samsung Galaxy A14 and Samsung Galaxy A71 run?

The Samsung Galaxy A14 runs Android 13 and the Samsung Galaxy A71 runs Android. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.