Samsung Galaxy A35 vs Samsung Galaxy A53

Our verdict: Text and images look sharper on the Samsung Galaxy A53 with its 405 PPI display. For photography, the Samsung Galaxy A35 leads with a 50MP main camera. If selfies matter, the Samsung Galaxy A53 leads with a 32MP front-facing lens. Portability goes to the Samsung Galaxy A53 at 186g.

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 1200
Storage
128GB, 256GB 128GB
OS
Android 14 Android
SIM Type
Nano SIM Nano SIM
Connectivity
Up to 5G Up to 5G
Wi-Fi
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
Bluetooth
5.3 with A2DP, LE 5.1 with A2DP, LE
Dimensions
161.7 x 78 x 8.2 mm 159.7 x 74 x 8.1 mm
Weight
209 grams 186 grams
Water Resistance
IP67 - Dust and water resistant IP53 - dust and splash protection
Contracts
SIM-free
£179.99 £154.99
Samsung Galaxy A35 Samsung Galaxy A35 Samsung Galaxy A53 Samsung Galaxy A53
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 1200
Storage 128GB, 256GB 128GB
OS Android 14 Android
SIM Type Nano SIM Nano SIM
Connectivity Up to 5G Up to 5G
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
Bluetooth 5.3 with A2DP, LE 5.1 with A2DP, LE
Dimensions 161.7 x 78 x 8.2 mm 159.7 x 74 x 8.1 mm
Weight 209 grams 186 grams
Water Resistance IP67 - Dust and water resistant IP53 - dust and splash protection
Contracts
SIM-free £179.99 £154.99
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which has the better screen, the Samsung Galaxy A35 or Samsung Galaxy A53?

Both phones have a similar screen size at around 6.6", the Samsung Galaxy A53 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 A53?

The Samsung Galaxy A35 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 A35 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 A35 and Samsung Galaxy A53?

The Samsung Galaxy A35 is available in 128GB, 256GB, while the Samsung Galaxy A53 comes in 128GB.

What processors do the Samsung Galaxy A35 and Samsung Galaxy A53 use?

The Samsung Galaxy A35 is powered by the Exynos 1380 (5 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy A53 uses the Exynos 1200.

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Samsung Galaxy A35 or Samsung Galaxy A53?

The Samsung Galaxy A53 is the more portable of the two — it's 23g lighter at 186 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 159.7 x 74 x 8.1 mm.

Which is more water resistant, the Samsung Galaxy A35 or Samsung Galaxy A53?

The Samsung Galaxy A35 is rated IP67 - Dust and water resistant, while the Samsung Galaxy A53 is rated IP53 - dust and splash protection.

What operating system do the Samsung Galaxy A35 and Samsung Galaxy A53 run?

The Samsung Galaxy A35 runs Android 14 and the Samsung Galaxy A53 runs Android. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.