Samsung Galaxy A51 vs Samsung Galaxy A70

Our verdict: It depends what you value in a screen — the Samsung Galaxy A70 offers 6.7" but the Samsung Galaxy A51 counters with 405 PPI. Keen photographers will appreciate the Samsung Galaxy A51 and its 48MP main camera. At just 172g, the Samsung Galaxy A51 is the more pocket-friendly option. Prefer to own outright? The Samsung Galaxy A70 starts from just £119.99.

Expert Rating
3.7
19 reviews
4.5
7 reviews
Screen
6.5" 6.7"
Display
Super AMOLED Super AMOLED
Resolution
1080 x 2400 1080 x 2400
Pixels Per Inch
405 393
Rear Camera
48 Megapixels 32 Megapixels
Front Camera
32 Megapixels 32 Megapixels
Chipset
Exynos 9611 Qualcomm SDM675 Snapdragon 675
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 73.6 x 7.9 mm 164.3 x 76.7 x 7.9 mm
Weight
172 grams 183 grams
Water Resistance
Not rated Not rated
Contracts
SIM-free
£124.95 £119.99
Samsung Galaxy A51 Samsung Galaxy A51 Samsung Galaxy A70 Samsung Galaxy A70
Expert Rating 3.7
19 reviews
4.5
7 reviews
Screen 6.5" 6.7"
Display Super AMOLED Super AMOLED
Resolution 1080 x 2400 1080 x 2400
Pixels Per Inch 405 393
Rear Camera 48 Megapixels 32 Megapixels
Front Camera 32 Megapixels 32 Megapixels
Chipset Exynos 9611 Qualcomm SDM675 Snapdragon 675
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 73.6 x 7.9 mm 164.3 x 76.7 x 7.9 mm
Weight 172 grams 183 grams
Water Resistance Not rated Not rated
Contracts
SIM-free £124.95 £119.99
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which has the better screen, the Samsung Galaxy A51 or Samsung Galaxy A70?

The Samsung Galaxy A70 has the bigger screen at 6.7" compared to the Samsung Galaxy A51's 6.5", the Samsung Galaxy A51 has the sharper display at 405 pixels per inch versus 393, and both use Super AMOLED panels.

Which has the better camera, the Samsung Galaxy A51 or Samsung Galaxy A70?

The Samsung Galaxy A51 features a 48 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.

Which is cheaper to buy SIM-free, the Samsung Galaxy A51 or Samsung Galaxy A70?

The Samsung Galaxy A70 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £119.99.

What storage options are available for the Samsung Galaxy A51 and Samsung Galaxy A70?

The Samsung Galaxy A51 is available in 64GB, 128GB, while the Samsung Galaxy A70 comes in 128GB.

What processors do the Samsung Galaxy A51 and Samsung Galaxy A70 use?

The Samsung Galaxy A51 is powered by the Exynos 9611, while the Samsung Galaxy A70 uses the Qualcomm SDM675 Snapdragon 675.

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Samsung Galaxy A51 or Samsung Galaxy A70?

The Samsung Galaxy A51 is the more portable of the two — it's 11g lighter at 172 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 158.5 x 73.6 x 7.9 mm.

Which is more water resistant, the Samsung Galaxy A51 or Samsung Galaxy A70?

Both phones share the same water resistance rating of Not rated.

What operating system do the Samsung Galaxy A51 and Samsung Galaxy A70 run?

Both phones run Android.