Samsung Galaxy A51 vs Samsung Galaxy A51 5G

Our Verdict: Comparing Samsung Galaxy A51 and Samsung Galaxy A51 5G, the choice mostly comes down to display quality versus simplicity. The 5G gives you its AMOLED capacitive touchscreen panel, a larger 4,500 mAh battery, and its IP53 - dust and splash protection rating, while the regular A51 is more appealing for its Super AMOLED panel. A bigger mAh figure is useful context, but real battery life still depends on software and chipset efficiency. Choose the 5G for display quality; choose the regular A51 if simplicity matters more.
Samsung Galaxy A51 Samsung Galaxy A51 vs Samsung Galaxy A51 5G Samsung Galaxy A51 5G
Screen
6.5" 6.5"
Display
Super AMOLED AMOLED capacitive touchscreen
Resolution
1080 x 2400 1080 x 2400
Pixels Per Inch
405 405
Rear Camera
48 Megapixels 48 Megapixels
Front Camera
32 Megapixels 32 Megapixels
Chipset
Exynos 9611 Exynos 980
Battery
4,000 mAh 4,500 mAh
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 5.0 with A2DP, LE
Dimensions
158.5 x 73.6 x 7.9 mm 158.9 x 73.6 x 8.7 mm
Weight
172 grams 187 grams
Water Resistance
Not rated IP53 - dust and splash protection
Contracts
- -
SIM-free
£139.99 -
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Samsung Galaxy A51 Samsung Galaxy A51 Samsung Galaxy A51 5G Samsung Galaxy A51 5G
Screen 6.5" 6.5"
Display Super AMOLED AMOLED capacitive touchscreen
Resolution 1080 x 2400 1080 x 2400
Pixels Per Inch 405 405
Rear Camera 48 Megapixels 48 Megapixels
Front Camera 32 Megapixels 32 Megapixels
Chipset Exynos 9611 Exynos 980
Battery 4,000 mAh 4,500 mAh
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 5.0 with A2DP, LE
Dimensions 158.5 x 73.6 x 7.9 mm 158.9 x 73.6 x 8.7 mm
Weight 172 grams 187 grams
Water Resistance Not rated IP53 - dust and splash protection
Contracts - -
SIM-free £139.99 -
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which has the better screen, the Samsung Galaxy A51 or Samsung Galaxy A51 5G?

Both phones have a similar screen size at around 6.5", both screens are similarly sharp at around 405 pixels per inch, and the Samsung Galaxy A51 uses a Super AMOLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy A51 5G has a AMOLED capacitive touchscreen.

Which has the better camera, the Samsung Galaxy A51 or Samsung Galaxy A51 5G?

The Samsung Galaxy A51 features a 48 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy A51 5G has a 48 Megapixels rear camera. Both devices also have front-facing cameras for selfies and video calls.

What storage options are available for the Samsung Galaxy A51 and Samsung Galaxy A51 5G?

The Samsung Galaxy A51 is available in 64GB, 128GB, while the Samsung Galaxy A51 5G comes in 128GB.

What processors do the Samsung Galaxy A51 and Samsung Galaxy A51 5G use?

The Samsung Galaxy A51 is powered by the Exynos 9611, while the Samsung Galaxy A51 5G uses the Exynos 980.

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Samsung Galaxy A51 or Samsung Galaxy A51 5G?

The Samsung Galaxy A51 is the more portable of the two: it's 15g lighter at 172 grams, both are similar in overall footprint, and is slimmer at 7.9mm thick.

Which is more water resistant, the Samsung Galaxy A51 or Samsung Galaxy A51 5G?

The Samsung Galaxy A51 is rated Not rated, while the Samsung Galaxy A51 5G is rated IP53 - dust and splash protection.

What operating system do the Samsung Galaxy A51 and Samsung Galaxy A51 5G run?

Both phones run Android.