Samsung Galaxy A33 5G vs Samsung Galaxy A90 5G

Name: Samsung Galaxy A90 5G
Brand: Samsung
Availability: InStock

Our Verdict: The decision starts with whether Samsung Galaxy A90 5G's extras matter more than Samsung Galaxy A33 5G's lower-cost appeal. That comes through in a larger 6.7" screen and a higher-resolution 32MP selfie camera. Samsung Galaxy A33 5G narrows the decision by costing less over the contract. That leaves Samsung Galaxy A90 5G as the enthusiast pick, while Samsung Galaxy A33 5G is the more pragmatic buy.

If you'd rather pay up front, the A33 5G is the cheaper buy at £120 SIM-free.

Screen

6.4" 6.7"

Display

Super AMOLED Super AMOLED

Resolution

1080 x 2400 1080 x 2400

Pixels Per Inch

411 393

Rear Camera

48 Megapixels 48 Megapixels

Front Camera

13 Megapixels 32 Megapixels

Chipset

Exynos 1280 Qualcomm SDM855 Snapdragon 855

Battery

5,000 mAh 4,500 mAh

Storage

64GB, 128GB 128GB

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

5.1 with A2DP, LE 5.0 with A2DP, LE

Dimensions

159.7 x 74 x 8.1 mm 164.8 x 76.4 x 8.4 mm

Weight

186 grams 206 grams

Water Resistance

IP67 - Dust and water resistant Not rated

Contracts

- -

SIM-free

£119.99 £189.99

Prices updated 25 July 2026

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	Samsung Galaxy A33 5G	Samsung Galaxy A90 5G
Screen	6.4"	6.7"
Display	Super AMOLED	Super AMOLED
Resolution	1080 x 2400	1080 x 2400
Pixels Per Inch	411	393
Rear Camera	48 Megapixels	48 Megapixels
Front Camera	13 Megapixels	32 Megapixels
Chipset	Exynos 1280	Qualcomm SDM855 Snapdragon 855
Battery	5,000 mAh	4,500 mAh
Storage	64GB, 128GB	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	5.1 with A2DP, LE	5.0 with A2DP, LE
Dimensions	159.7 x 74 x 8.1 mm	164.8 x 76.4 x 8.4 mm
Weight	186 grams	206 grams
Water Resistance	IP67 - Dust and water resistant	Not rated
Contracts	-	-
SIM-free	£119.99	£189.99
Prices updated 25 July 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which has the better screen, the Samsung Galaxy A33 5G or Samsung Galaxy A90 5G?

The Samsung Galaxy A90 5G has the bigger screen at 6.7" compared to the Samsung Galaxy A33 5G's 6.4", the Samsung Galaxy A33 5G has the sharper display at 411 pixels per inch versus 393, and both use Super AMOLED panels.

Which has the better camera, the Samsung Galaxy A33 5G or Samsung Galaxy A90 5G?

The Samsung Galaxy A33 5G features a 48 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy A90 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 A33 5G or Samsung Galaxy A90 5G?

The Samsung Galaxy A33 5G is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £119.99.

What storage options are available for the Samsung Galaxy A33 5G and Samsung Galaxy A90 5G?

The Samsung Galaxy A33 5G is available in 64GB, 128GB, while the Samsung Galaxy A90 5G comes in 128GB.

What processors do the Samsung Galaxy A33 5G and Samsung Galaxy A90 5G use?

The Samsung Galaxy A33 5G is powered by the Exynos 1280, while the Samsung Galaxy A90 5G uses the Qualcomm SDM855 Snapdragon 855.

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Samsung Galaxy A33 5G or Samsung Galaxy A90 5G?

The Samsung Galaxy A33 5G is the more portable of the two: it's 20g lighter at 186 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 159.7 x 74 x 8.1 mm, and is slimmer at 8.1mm thick.

Which is more water resistant, the Samsung Galaxy A33 5G or Samsung Galaxy A90 5G?

The Samsung Galaxy A33 5G is rated IP67 - Dust and water resistant, while the Samsung Galaxy A90 5G is rated Not rated.

What operating system do the Samsung Galaxy A33 5G and Samsung Galaxy A90 5G run?

Both phones run Android.