Samsung Galaxy A40 vs Samsung Galaxy A70

Name: Samsung Galaxy A70
Brand: Samsung
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.3 (10 reviews)

Our Verdict: For Samsung Galaxy A40 versus Samsung Galaxy A70, the recommendation depends mostly on what you want from the hardware. The A70 is ahead for display quality, with a larger 6.7-inch screen, its Super AMOLED panel, and a higher-resolution 32MP rear camera; the A40 is the better match for a sharper 437 PPI display, its AMOLED panel, and a lighter 140g body. A bigger mAh figure is useful context, but real battery life still depends on software and chipset efficiency. The A70 is the better fit for display quality, while the A40 is the one to consider for portability.

Expert Rating

3.7
10 reviews 4.3
10 reviews

Screen

5.9" 6.7"

Display

AMOLED Super AMOLED

Resolution

1080 x 2340 1080 x 2400

Pixels Per Inch

437 393

Rear Camera

16 Megapixels 32 Megapixels

Front Camera

25 Megapixels 32 Megapixels

Chipset

Exynos 7885 Qualcomm SDM675 Snapdragon 675

Battery

3,100 mAh 4,500 mAh

Storage

64GB 128GB

Android Android

SIM Type

Nano SIM Nano SIM

Connectivity

Up to 4G Up to 4G

Wi-Fi

802.11 a/b/g/n/ac 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac

Bluetooth

5.0 with A2DP, LE 5.0 with A2DP, LE

Dimensions

144.4 x 69.2 x 7.9 mm 164.3 x 76.7 x 7.9 mm

Weight

140 grams 183 grams

Water Resistance

IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes Not rated

Contracts

- -

SIM-free

- £109.99

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	Samsung Galaxy A40	Samsung Galaxy A70
Expert Rating	3.7 10 reviews	4.3 10 reviews
Screen	5.9"	6.7"
Display	AMOLED	Super AMOLED
Resolution	1080 x 2340	1080 x 2400
Pixels Per Inch	437	393
Rear Camera	16 Megapixels	32 Megapixels
Front Camera	25 Megapixels	32 Megapixels
Chipset	Exynos 7885	Qualcomm SDM675 Snapdragon 675
Battery	3,100 mAh	4,500 mAh
Storage	64GB	128GB
OS	Android	Android
SIM Type	Nano SIM	Nano SIM
Connectivity	Up to 4G	Up to 4G
Wi-Fi	802.11 a/b/g/n/ac	802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
Bluetooth	5.0 with A2DP, LE	5.0 with A2DP, LE
Dimensions	144.4 x 69.2 x 7.9 mm	164.3 x 76.7 x 7.9 mm
Weight	140 grams	183 grams
Water Resistance	IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes	Not rated
Contracts	-	-
SIM-free	-	£109.99
	Deals	Deals

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which has the better screen, the Samsung Galaxy A40 or Samsung Galaxy A70?

The Samsung Galaxy A70 has the bigger screen at 6.7" compared to the Samsung Galaxy A40's 5.9", the Samsung Galaxy A40 has the sharper display at 437 pixels per inch versus 393, and the Samsung Galaxy A40 uses a AMOLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy A70 has a Super AMOLED.

Which has the better camera, the Samsung Galaxy A40 or Samsung Galaxy A70?

The Samsung Galaxy A40 features a 16 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy A70 has a 32 Megapixels rear camera. Both devices also have front-facing cameras for selfies and video calls.

What storage options are available for the Samsung Galaxy A40 and Samsung Galaxy A70?

The Samsung Galaxy A40 is available in 64GB, while the Samsung Galaxy A70 comes in 128GB.

What processors do the Samsung Galaxy A40 and Samsung Galaxy A70 use?

The Samsung Galaxy A40 is powered by the Exynos 7885, while the Samsung Galaxy A70 uses the Qualcomm SDM675 Snapdragon 675.

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Samsung Galaxy A40 or Samsung Galaxy A70?

The Samsung Galaxy A40 is the more portable of the two: it's 43g lighter at 140 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 144.4 x 69.2 x 7.9 mm.

Which is more water resistant, the Samsung Galaxy A40 or Samsung Galaxy A70?

The Samsung Galaxy A40 is rated IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes, while the Samsung Galaxy A70 is rated Not rated.

What operating system do the Samsung Galaxy A40 and Samsung Galaxy A70 run?

Both phones run Android.