Samsung Galaxy A50 vs Samsung Galaxy A71

Our verdict: Screen size goes to the Samsung Galaxy A71 at 6.7", while the Samsung Galaxy A50 wins on sharpness with 403 PPI. Photography fans should note the Samsung Galaxy A71 packs a 64MP main sensor. Selfie fans take note: the Samsung Galaxy A71 has a 32MP front camera. For a lighter carry, the Samsung Galaxy A50 wins at 166g.

Screen
6.4" 6.7"
Display
Super AMOLED Super AMOLED
Resolution
1080 x 2340 1080 x 2240
Pixels Per Inch
403 371
Rear Camera
25 Megapixels 64 Megapixels
Front Camera
8 Megapixels 32 Megapixels
Chipset
Exynos 9610 Qualcomm SDM730 Snapdragon 730
Storage
64GB, 128GB 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
158.5 x 74.7 x 7.7 mm 163.6 x 76 x 7.7 mm
Weight
166 grams 179 grams
Water Resistance
IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes Not rated
Contracts
SIM-free
£109.99 £129.99
Samsung Galaxy A50 Samsung Galaxy A50 Samsung Galaxy A71 Samsung Galaxy A71
Screen 6.4" 6.7"
Display Super AMOLED Super AMOLED
Resolution 1080 x 2340 1080 x 2240
Pixels Per Inch 403 371
Rear Camera 25 Megapixels 64 Megapixels
Front Camera 8 Megapixels 32 Megapixels
Chipset Exynos 9610 Qualcomm SDM730 Snapdragon 730
Storage 64GB, 128GB 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 158.5 x 74.7 x 7.7 mm 163.6 x 76 x 7.7 mm
Weight 166 grams 179 grams
Water Resistance IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes Not rated
Contracts
SIM-free £109.99 £129.99
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which has the better screen, the Samsung Galaxy A50 or Samsung Galaxy A71?

The Samsung Galaxy A71 has the bigger screen at 6.7" compared to the Samsung Galaxy A50's 6.4", the Samsung Galaxy A50 has the sharper display at 403 pixels per inch versus 371, and both use Super AMOLED panels.

Which has the better camera, the Samsung Galaxy A50 or Samsung Galaxy A71?

The Samsung Galaxy A50 features a 25 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy A71 has a 64 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 A71?

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 A71?

The Samsung Galaxy A50 is available in 64GB, 128GB, while the Samsung Galaxy A71 comes in 128GB.

What processors do the Samsung Galaxy A50 and Samsung Galaxy A71 use?

The Samsung Galaxy A50 is powered by the Exynos 9610, while the Samsung Galaxy A71 uses the Qualcomm SDM730 Snapdragon 730.

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Samsung Galaxy A50 or Samsung Galaxy A71?

The Samsung Galaxy A50 is the more portable of the two — it's 13g lighter at 166 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 158.5 x 74.7 x 7.7 mm.

Which is more water resistant, the Samsung Galaxy A50 or Samsung Galaxy A71?

The Samsung Galaxy A50 is rated IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes, while the Samsung Galaxy A71 is rated Not rated.

What operating system do the Samsung Galaxy A50 and Samsung Galaxy A71 run?

Both phones run Android.