Samsung Galaxy A23 5G vs Samsung Galaxy A34 5G

Our verdict: Display sharpness is where the Samsung Galaxy A23 5G pulls ahead, hitting 400 PPI. With 50MP on the rear, the Samsung Galaxy A23 5G has the higher-resolution camera. Front-camera quality goes to the Samsung Galaxy A34 5G at 13MP. If splashes worry you, the Samsung Galaxy A34 5G offers the stronger seal at IP67.

Screen
6.6" 6.6"
Display
PLS LCD Super AMOLED
Resolution
1080 x 2408 1080 x 2340
Pixels Per Inch
400 390
Rear Camera
50 Megapixels 48 Megapixels
Front Camera
8 Megapixels 13 Megapixels
Chipset
Qualcomm SM6225 Snapdragon 680 4G MediaTek MT6877
Storage
64GB 128GB, 256GB
OS
Android Android
SIM Type
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
Bluetooth
5.0 with A2DP, LE 5.3 with A2DP, LE
Dimensions
165.4 x 76.9 x 8.4 mm 161.3 x 78.1 x 8.2 mm
Weight
195 grams 199 grams
Water Resistance
IP53 - dust and splash protection IP67 - Dust and water resistant
Contracts
SIM-free
£129.99 £164.99
Samsung Galaxy A23 5G Samsung Galaxy A23 5G Samsung Galaxy A34 5G Samsung Galaxy A34 5G
Screen 6.6" 6.6"
Display PLS LCD Super AMOLED
Resolution 1080 x 2408 1080 x 2340
Pixels Per Inch 400 390
Rear Camera 50 Megapixels 48 Megapixels
Front Camera 8 Megapixels 13 Megapixels
Chipset Qualcomm SM6225 Snapdragon 680 4G MediaTek MT6877
Storage 64GB 128GB, 256GB
OS Android Android
SIM Type 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
Bluetooth 5.0 with A2DP, LE 5.3 with A2DP, LE
Dimensions 165.4 x 76.9 x 8.4 mm 161.3 x 78.1 x 8.2 mm
Weight 195 grams 199 grams
Water Resistance IP53 - dust and splash protection IP67 - Dust and water resistant
Contracts
SIM-free £129.99 £164.99
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which has the better screen, the Samsung Galaxy A23 5G or Samsung Galaxy A34 5G?

Both phones have a similar screen size at around 6.6", the Samsung Galaxy A23 5G has the sharper display at 400 pixels per inch versus 390, and the Samsung Galaxy A23 5G uses a PLS LCD panel while the Samsung Galaxy A34 5G has a Super AMOLED.

Which has the better camera, the Samsung Galaxy A23 5G or Samsung Galaxy A34 5G?

The Samsung Galaxy A23 5G features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy A34 5G 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 A23 5G or Samsung Galaxy A34 5G?

The Samsung Galaxy A23 5G is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £129.99.

What storage options are available for the Samsung Galaxy A23 5G and Samsung Galaxy A34 5G?

The Samsung Galaxy A23 5G is available in 64GB, while the Samsung Galaxy A34 5G comes in 128GB, 256GB.

What processors do the Samsung Galaxy A23 5G and Samsung Galaxy A34 5G use?

The Samsung Galaxy A23 5G is powered by the Qualcomm SM6225 Snapdragon 680 4G, while the Samsung Galaxy A34 5G uses the MediaTek MT6877.

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Samsung Galaxy A23 5G or Samsung Galaxy A34 5G?

It's a trade-off: the Samsung Galaxy A23 5G is lighter but the Samsung Galaxy A34 5G is more compact. It's 4g lighter at 195 grams, though the Samsung Galaxy A34 5G is actually the more compact phone at 161.3 x 78.1 x 8.2 mm.

Which is more water resistant, the Samsung Galaxy A23 5G or Samsung Galaxy A34 5G?

The Samsung Galaxy A23 5G is rated IP53 - dust and splash protection, while the Samsung Galaxy A34 5G is rated IP67 - Dust and water resistant.

What operating system do the Samsung Galaxy A23 5G and Samsung Galaxy A34 5G run?

Both phones run Android.