Samsung Galaxy A41 vs Samsung Galaxy A53

Our verdict: You'll get more screen real estate from the Samsung Galaxy A53 at 6.5", though the Samsung Galaxy A41 is crisper at 431 PPI. For video calls and selfies, the Samsung Galaxy A53 offers a 32MP front camera. If weight matters, the Samsung Galaxy A41 is easier to pocket at 152g. Spill a drink? The Samsung Galaxy A53 can handle it with IP53 protection — the Samsung Galaxy A41 can't say the same.

Screen
6.1" 6.5"
Display
AMOLED Super AMOLED
Resolution
1080 x 2400 1080 x 2400
Pixels Per Inch
431 405
Rear Camera
48 Megapixels 48 Megapixels
Front Camera
8 Megapixels 32 Megapixels
Chipset
Mediatek MT6768 Helio P65 Exynos 1200
Storage
64GB 128GB
OS
Android Android
SIM Type
Standard SIM Nano SIM
Connectivity
Up to 4G Up to 5G
Wi-Fi
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
Bluetooth
5.0 with A2DP, LE 5.1 with A2DP, LE
Dimensions
149.9 x 69.8 x 7.9 mm 159.7 x 74 x 8.1 mm
Weight
152 grams 186 grams
Water Resistance
Not rated IP53 - dust and splash protection
Contracts
SIM-free
£109.99 £154.99
Samsung Galaxy A41 Samsung Galaxy A41 Samsung Galaxy A53 Samsung Galaxy A53
Screen 6.1" 6.5"
Display AMOLED Super AMOLED
Resolution 1080 x 2400 1080 x 2400
Pixels Per Inch 431 405
Rear Camera 48 Megapixels 48 Megapixels
Front Camera 8 Megapixels 32 Megapixels
Chipset Mediatek MT6768 Helio P65 Exynos 1200
Storage 64GB 128GB
OS Android Android
SIM Type Standard SIM Nano SIM
Connectivity Up to 4G Up to 5G
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
Bluetooth 5.0 with A2DP, LE 5.1 with A2DP, LE
Dimensions 149.9 x 69.8 x 7.9 mm 159.7 x 74 x 8.1 mm
Weight 152 grams 186 grams
Water Resistance Not rated IP53 - dust and splash protection
Contracts
SIM-free £109.99 £154.99
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which has the better screen, the Samsung Galaxy A41 or Samsung Galaxy A53?

The Samsung Galaxy A53 has the bigger screen at 6.5" compared to the Samsung Galaxy A41's 6.1", the Samsung Galaxy A41 has the sharper display at 431 pixels per inch versus 405, and the Samsung Galaxy A41 uses a AMOLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy A53 has a Super AMOLED.

Which has the better camera, the Samsung Galaxy A41 or Samsung Galaxy A53?

The Samsung Galaxy A41 features a 48 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 A41 or Samsung Galaxy A53?

The Samsung Galaxy A41 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £109.99.

What storage options are available for the Samsung Galaxy A41 and Samsung Galaxy A53?

The Samsung Galaxy A41 is available in 64GB, while the Samsung Galaxy A53 comes in 128GB.

What processors do the Samsung Galaxy A41 and Samsung Galaxy A53 use?

The Samsung Galaxy A41 is powered by the Mediatek MT6768 Helio P65, while the Samsung Galaxy A53 uses the Exynos 1200.

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Samsung Galaxy A41 or Samsung Galaxy A53?

The Samsung Galaxy A41 is the more portable of the two — it's 34g lighter at 152 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 149.9 x 69.8 x 7.9 mm.

Which is more water resistant, the Samsung Galaxy A41 or Samsung Galaxy A53?

The Samsung Galaxy A41 is rated Not rated, while the Samsung Galaxy A53 is rated IP53 - dust and splash protection.

What operating system do the Samsung Galaxy A41 and Samsung Galaxy A53 run?

Both phones run Android.