Samsung Galaxy A50 vs Samsung Galaxy A53

Our verdict: With 48MP on the rear, the Samsung Galaxy A53 has the higher-resolution camera. If selfies matter, the Samsung Galaxy A53 leads with a 32MP front-facing lens. You'll barely notice the Samsung Galaxy A50 in your pocket at 166g. Water protection goes to the Samsung Galaxy A50 with its superior IP68 rating.

Expert Rating
4.1
5 reviews
3.8
10 reviews
Screen
6.4" 6.5"
Display
Super AMOLED Super AMOLED
Resolution
1080 x 2340 1080 x 2400
Pixels Per Inch
403 405
Rear Camera
25 Megapixels 48 Megapixels
Front Camera
8 Megapixels 32 Megapixels
Chipset
Exynos 9610 Exynos 1200
Storage
64GB, 128GB 128GB
OS
Android Android
SIM Type
Nano 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
158.5 x 74.7 x 7.7 mm 159.7 x 74 x 8.1 mm
Weight
166 grams 186 grams
Water Resistance
IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes IP53 - dust and splash protection
Contracts
SIM-free
£109.99 £154.99
Samsung Galaxy A50 Samsung Galaxy A50 Samsung Galaxy A53 Samsung Galaxy A53
Expert Rating 4.1
5 reviews
3.8
10 reviews
Screen 6.4" 6.5"
Display Super AMOLED Super AMOLED
Resolution 1080 x 2340 1080 x 2400
Pixels Per Inch 403 405
Rear Camera 25 Megapixels 48 Megapixels
Front Camera 8 Megapixels 32 Megapixels
Chipset Exynos 9610 Exynos 1200
Storage 64GB, 128GB 128GB
OS Android Android
SIM Type Nano 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 158.5 x 74.7 x 7.7 mm 159.7 x 74 x 8.1 mm
Weight 166 grams 186 grams
Water Resistance IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes 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 A50 or Samsung Galaxy A53?

Both phones have a similar screen size at around 6.4", both screens are similarly sharp at around 403 pixels per inch, and both use Super AMOLED panels.

Which has the better camera, the Samsung Galaxy A50 or Samsung Galaxy A53?

The Samsung Galaxy A50 features a 25 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 A50 or Samsung Galaxy A53?

The Samsung Galaxy A50 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £109.99.

What storage options are available for the Samsung Galaxy A50 and Samsung Galaxy A53?

The Samsung Galaxy A50 is available in 64GB, 128GB, while the Samsung Galaxy A53 comes in 128GB.

What processors do the Samsung Galaxy A50 and Samsung Galaxy A53 use?

The Samsung Galaxy A50 is powered by the Exynos 9610, while the Samsung Galaxy A53 uses the Exynos 1200.

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Samsung Galaxy A50 or Samsung Galaxy A53?

It's a trade-off: the Samsung Galaxy A50 is lighter but the Samsung Galaxy A53 is more compact. It's 20g lighter at 166 grams, though the Samsung Galaxy A53 is actually the more compact phone at 159.7 x 74 x 8.1 mm, the Samsung Galaxy A50 is slimmer at 7.7mm thick.

Which is more water resistant, the Samsung Galaxy A50 or Samsung Galaxy A53?

The Samsung Galaxy A50 is rated IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes, while the Samsung Galaxy A53 is rated IP53 - dust and splash protection.

What operating system do the Samsung Galaxy A50 and Samsung Galaxy A53 run?

Both phones run Android.