Samsung Galaxy A35 vs Samsung Galaxy A90 5G

Our Verdict: The clearest split between Samsung Galaxy A90 5G and Samsung Galaxy A35 is battery size against camera hardware. For the A35, that means a larger 5,000 mAh battery, 128GB to 256GB storage, and its IP67 - Dust and water resistant rating. The A90 5G is easier to recommend for a higher-resolution 32MP front camera. A bigger mAh figure is useful context, but real battery life still depends on software and chipset efficiency. Go with the A35 for battery size; lean toward the A90 5G if camera hardware is higher on your list.

If you'd rather pay up front, the A35 is the cheaper buy at £160 SIM-free.

Screen
6.6" 6.7"
Display
Super AMOLED Super AMOLED
Resolution
1080 x 2340 1080 x 2400
Pixels Per Inch
390 393
Rear Camera
50 Megapixels 48 Megapixels
Front Camera
13 Megapixels 32 Megapixels
Chipset
Exynos 1380 (5 nm) Qualcomm SDM855 Snapdragon 855
Battery
5,000 mAh 4,500 mAh
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 5.0 with A2DP, LE
Dimensions
161.7 x 78 x 8.2 mm 164.8 x 76.4 x 8.4 mm
Weight
209 grams 206 grams
Water Resistance
IP67 - Dust and water resistant Not rated
Contracts
- -
SIM-free
£159.99 £169.99
Samsung Galaxy A35 Samsung Galaxy A35 Samsung Galaxy A90 5G Samsung Galaxy A90 5G
Screen 6.6" 6.7"
Display Super AMOLED Super AMOLED
Resolution 1080 x 2340 1080 x 2400
Pixels Per Inch 390 393
Rear Camera 50 Megapixels 48 Megapixels
Front Camera 13 Megapixels 32 Megapixels
Chipset Exynos 1380 (5 nm) Qualcomm SDM855 Snapdragon 855
Battery 5,000 mAh 4,500 mAh
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 5.0 with A2DP, LE
Dimensions 161.7 x 78 x 8.2 mm 164.8 x 76.4 x 8.4 mm
Weight 209 grams 206 grams
Water Resistance IP67 - Dust and water resistant Not rated
Contracts - -
SIM-free £159.99 £169.99
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which has the better screen, the Samsung Galaxy A35 or Samsung Galaxy A90 5G?

The Samsung Galaxy A90 5G has the bigger screen at 6.7" compared to the Samsung Galaxy A35's 6.6", both screens are similarly sharp at around 390 pixels per inch, and both use Super AMOLED panels.

Which has the better camera, the Samsung Galaxy A35 or Samsung Galaxy A90 5G?

The Samsung Galaxy A35 features a 50 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 A35 or Samsung Galaxy A90 5G?

The Samsung Galaxy A35 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £159.99.

What storage options are available for the Samsung Galaxy A35 and Samsung Galaxy A90 5G?

The Samsung Galaxy A35 is available in 128GB, 256GB, while the Samsung Galaxy A90 5G comes in 128GB.

What processors do the Samsung Galaxy A35 and Samsung Galaxy A90 5G use?

The Samsung Galaxy A35 is powered by the Exynos 1380 (5 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy A90 5G uses the Qualcomm SDM855 Snapdragon 855.

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Samsung Galaxy A35 or Samsung Galaxy A90 5G?

The Samsung Galaxy A90 5G is the more portable of the two: it's 3g lighter at 206 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 164.8 x 76.4 x 8.4 mm.

Which is more water resistant, the Samsung Galaxy A35 or Samsung Galaxy A90 5G?

The Samsung Galaxy A35 is rated IP67 - Dust and water resistant, while the Samsung Galaxy A90 5G is rated Not rated.

What operating system do the Samsung Galaxy A35 and Samsung Galaxy A90 5G run?

The Samsung Galaxy A35 runs Android 14 and the Samsung Galaxy A90 5G runs Android. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.