Samsung Galaxy A35 vs Samsung Galaxy A51

Our verdict: At 405 PPI, the Samsung Galaxy A51 delivers the crisper display. Snap-happy users may prefer the Samsung Galaxy A35 and its 50MP rear camera. Front-camera quality goes to the Samsung Galaxy A51 at 32MP. You'll barely notice the Samsung Galaxy A51 in your pocket at 172g.

Screen
6.6" 6.5"
Display
Super AMOLED Super AMOLED
Resolution
1080 x 2340 1080 x 2400
Pixels Per Inch
390 405
Rear Camera
50 Megapixels 48 Megapixels
Front Camera
13 Megapixels 32 Megapixels
Chipset
Exynos 1380 (5 nm) Exynos 9611
Storage
128GB, 256GB 64GB, 128GB
OS
Android 14 Android
SIM Type
Nano SIM Nano SIM
Connectivity
Up to 5G Up to 4G
Wi-Fi
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
Bluetooth
5.3 with A2DP, LE 5.0 with A2DP, LE
Dimensions
161.7 x 78 x 8.2 mm 158.5 x 73.6 x 7.9 mm
Weight
209 grams 172 grams
Water Resistance
IP67 - Dust and water resistant Not rated
Contracts
SIM-free
£179.99 £129.99
Samsung Galaxy A35 Samsung Galaxy A35 Samsung Galaxy A51 Samsung Galaxy A51
Screen 6.6" 6.5"
Display Super AMOLED Super AMOLED
Resolution 1080 x 2340 1080 x 2400
Pixels Per Inch 390 405
Rear Camera 50 Megapixels 48 Megapixels
Front Camera 13 Megapixels 32 Megapixels
Chipset Exynos 1380 (5 nm) Exynos 9611
Storage 128GB, 256GB 64GB, 128GB
OS Android 14 Android
SIM Type Nano SIM Nano SIM
Connectivity Up to 5G Up to 4G
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
Bluetooth 5.3 with A2DP, LE 5.0 with A2DP, LE
Dimensions 161.7 x 78 x 8.2 mm 158.5 x 73.6 x 7.9 mm
Weight 209 grams 172 grams
Water Resistance IP67 - Dust and water resistant Not rated
Contracts
SIM-free £179.99 £129.99
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which has the better screen, the Samsung Galaxy A35 or Samsung Galaxy A51?

Both phones have a similar screen size at around 6.6", the Samsung Galaxy A51 has the sharper display at 405 pixels per inch versus 390, and both use Super AMOLED panels.

Which has the better camera, the Samsung Galaxy A35 or Samsung Galaxy A51?

The Samsung Galaxy A35 features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy A51 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 A35 or Samsung Galaxy A51?

The Samsung Galaxy A51 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £129.99.

What storage options are available for the Samsung Galaxy A35 and Samsung Galaxy A51?

The Samsung Galaxy A35 is available in 128GB, 256GB, while the Samsung Galaxy A51 comes in 64GB, 128GB.

What processors do the Samsung Galaxy A35 and Samsung Galaxy A51 use?

The Samsung Galaxy A35 is powered by the Exynos 1380 (5 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy A51 uses the Exynos 9611.

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Samsung Galaxy A35 or Samsung Galaxy A51?

The Samsung Galaxy A51 is the more portable of the two — it's 37g lighter at 172 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 158.5 x 73.6 x 7.9 mm.

Which is more water resistant, the Samsung Galaxy A35 or Samsung Galaxy A51?

The Samsung Galaxy A35 is rated IP67 - Dust and water resistant, while the Samsung Galaxy A51 is rated Not rated.

What operating system do the Samsung Galaxy A35 and Samsung Galaxy A51 run?

The Samsung Galaxy A35 runs Android 14 and the Samsung Galaxy A51 runs Android. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.