Samsung Galaxy A35 vs Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra
If you'd rather pay up front, the A35 is the cheaper buy at £160 SIM-free.
11 reviews 4.4
10 reviews
Samsung Galaxy A35
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Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra
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| Expert Rating | 3.7 11 reviews |
4.4 10 reviews |
| Screen | 6.6" | 6.8" |
| Display | Super AMOLED | Dynamic AMOLED 2X capacitive touchscreen |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2340 | 1440 x 3200 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 390 | 516 |
| Rear Camera | 50 Megapixels | 108 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 13 Megapixels | 40 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Exynos 1380 (5 nm) | Exynos 2100 |
| Battery | 5,000 mAh | 5,000 mAh |
| Storage | 128GB, 256GB | 128GB, 256GB, 512GB |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 11 |
| 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/6 |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 with A2DP, LE | 5.1 with A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 161.7 x 78 x 8.2 mm | 165.1 x 75.6 x 8.9 mm |
| Weight | 209 grams | 228 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP67 - Dust and water resistant | IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes |
| Contracts | - | - |
| SIM-free | £159.99 | £239.99 |
| Deals | Deals |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which has the better screen, the Samsung Galaxy A35 or Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra has the bigger screen at 6.8" compared to the Samsung Galaxy A35's 6.6", the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra has the sharper display at 516 pixels per inch versus 390, and the Samsung Galaxy A35 uses a Super AMOLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra has a Dynamic AMOLED 2X capacitive touchscreen.
Which has the better camera, the Samsung Galaxy A35 or Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy A35 features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra has a 108 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 S21 Ultra?
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 S21 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy A35 is available in 128GB, 256GB, while the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra comes in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB.
What processors do the Samsung Galaxy A35 and Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra use?
The Samsung Galaxy A35 is powered by the Exynos 1380 (5 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra uses the Exynos 2100.
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Samsung Galaxy A35 or Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra?
It's a trade-off: the Samsung Galaxy A35 is lighter but the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra is more compact. It's 19g lighter at 209 grams, though the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra is actually the more compact phone at 165.1 x 75.6 x 8.9 mm, the Samsung Galaxy A35 is slimmer at 8.2mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the Samsung Galaxy A35 or Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy A35 is rated IP67 - Dust and water resistant, while the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra is rated IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes.
What operating system do the Samsung Galaxy A35 and Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra run?
The Samsung Galaxy A35 runs Android 14 and the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra runs Android 11. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.