Samsung Galaxy A26 vs Samsung Galaxy A53

Our verdict: If you want a bigger screen, the Samsung Galaxy A26 has 6.7"; if you prefer sharpness, the Samsung Galaxy A53 hits 405 PPI. For photography, the Samsung Galaxy A26 leads with a 50MP main camera. Front-camera quality goes to the Samsung Galaxy A53 at 32MP. Portability goes to the Samsung Galaxy A53 at 186g.

Screen
6.7" 6.5"
Display
Super AMOLED Super AMOLED
Resolution
1080 x 2340 1080 x 2400
Pixels Per Inch
385 405
Rear Camera
50 Megapixels 48 Megapixels
Front Camera
13 Megapixels 32 Megapixels
Chipset
5nm Exynos 1280 Exynos 1200
Storage
128GB, 256GB 128GB
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
5.3 with A2DP, LE 5.1 with A2DP, LE
Dimensions
164 x 77.5 x 7.7 mm 159.7 x 74 x 8.1 mm
Weight
200 grams 186 grams
Water Resistance
IP67 dust/water resistant (up to 1m for 30 min) IP53 - dust and splash protection
Contracts
£12.99/mo (£29.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£249.00 £154.99
Samsung Galaxy A26 Samsung Galaxy A26 Samsung Galaxy A53 Samsung Galaxy A53
Screen 6.7" 6.5"
Display Super AMOLED Super AMOLED
Resolution 1080 x 2340 1080 x 2400
Pixels Per Inch 385 405
Rear Camera 50 Megapixels 48 Megapixels
Front Camera 13 Megapixels 32 Megapixels
Chipset 5nm Exynos 1280 Exynos 1200
Storage 128GB, 256GB 128GB
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 5.3 with A2DP, LE 5.1 with A2DP, LE
Dimensions 164 x 77.5 x 7.7 mm 159.7 x 74 x 8.1 mm
Weight 200 grams 186 grams
Water Resistance IP67 dust/water resistant (up to 1m for 30 min) IP53 - dust and splash protection
Contracts £12.99/mo
£29.00 upfront
SIM-free £249.00 £154.99
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which has the better screen, the Samsung Galaxy A26 or Samsung Galaxy A53?

The Samsung Galaxy A26 has the bigger screen at 6.7" compared to the Samsung Galaxy A53's 6.5", the Samsung Galaxy A53 has the sharper display at 405 pixels per inch versus 385, and both use Super AMOLED panels.

Which has the better camera, the Samsung Galaxy A26 or Samsung Galaxy A53?

The Samsung Galaxy A26 features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy A53 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 A26 or Samsung Galaxy A53?

The Samsung Galaxy A53 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £154.99.

What storage options are available for the Samsung Galaxy A26 and Samsung Galaxy A53?

The Samsung Galaxy A26 is available in 128GB, 256GB, while the Samsung Galaxy A53 comes in 128GB.

What processors do the Samsung Galaxy A26 and Samsung Galaxy A53 use?

The Samsung Galaxy A26 is powered by the 5nm Exynos 1280 , while the Samsung Galaxy A53 uses the Exynos 1200.

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Samsung Galaxy A26 or Samsung Galaxy A53?

The Samsung Galaxy A53 is the more portable of the two — it's 14g lighter at 186 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 159.7 x 74 x 8.1 mm, the Samsung Galaxy A26 is slimmer at 7.7mm thick.

Which is more water resistant, the Samsung Galaxy A26 or Samsung Galaxy A53?

The Samsung Galaxy A26 is rated IP67 dust/water resistant (up to 1m for 30 min), while the Samsung Galaxy A53 is rated IP53 - dust and splash protection.

What operating system do the Samsung Galaxy A26 and Samsung Galaxy A53 run?

Both phones run Android.