Samsung Galaxy A53 vs Samsung Galaxy A70

Our verdict: It's a split on display: the Samsung Galaxy A70 has the bigger 6.7" panel, but the Samsung Galaxy A53 is denser at 405 PPI. Camera resolution goes to the Samsung Galaxy A53 with its 48MP rear shooter. Only the Samsung Galaxy A53 carries an IP53 water-resistance rating — the Samsung Galaxy A70 isn't rated.

Expert Rating
3.8
10 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 1200 Qualcomm SDM675 Snapdragon 675
Storage
128GB 128GB
OS
Android Android
SIM Type
Nano SIM Nano SIM
Connectivity
Up to 5G Up to 4G
Wi-Fi
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
Bluetooth
5.1 with A2DP, LE 5.0 with A2DP, LE
Dimensions
159.7 x 74 x 8.1 mm 164.3 x 76.7 x 7.9 mm
Weight
186 grams 183 grams
Water Resistance
IP53 - dust and splash protection Not rated
Contracts
SIM-free
£104.95
Samsung Galaxy A53 Samsung Galaxy A53 Samsung Galaxy A70 Samsung Galaxy A70
Expert Rating 3.8
10 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 1200 Qualcomm SDM675 Snapdragon 675
Storage 128GB 128GB
OS Android Android
SIM Type Nano SIM Nano SIM
Connectivity Up to 5G Up to 4G
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
Bluetooth 5.1 with A2DP, LE 5.0 with A2DP, LE
Dimensions 159.7 x 74 x 8.1 mm 164.3 x 76.7 x 7.9 mm
Weight 186 grams 183 grams
Water Resistance IP53 - dust and splash protection Not rated
Contracts
SIM-free £104.95
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which has the better screen, the Samsung Galaxy A53 or Samsung Galaxy A70?

The Samsung Galaxy A70 has the bigger screen at 6.7" compared to the Samsung Galaxy A53's 6.5", the Samsung Galaxy A53 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 A53 or Samsung Galaxy A70?

The Samsung Galaxy A53 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.

What storage options are available for the Samsung Galaxy A53 and Samsung Galaxy A70?

The Samsung Galaxy A53 is available in 128GB, while the Samsung Galaxy A70 comes in 128GB.

What processors do the Samsung Galaxy A53 and Samsung Galaxy A70 use?

The Samsung Galaxy A53 is powered by the Exynos 1200, while the Samsung Galaxy A70 uses the Qualcomm SDM675 Snapdragon 675.

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Samsung Galaxy A53 or Samsung Galaxy A70?

It's a trade-off: the Samsung Galaxy A70 is lighter but the Samsung Galaxy A53 is more compact. It's 3g lighter at 183 grams, though the Samsung Galaxy A53 is actually the more compact phone at 159.7 x 74 x 8.1 mm.

Which is more water resistant, the Samsung Galaxy A53 or Samsung Galaxy A70?

The Samsung Galaxy A53 is rated IP53 - dust and splash protection, while the Samsung Galaxy A70 is rated Not rated.

What operating system do the Samsung Galaxy A53 and Samsung Galaxy A70 run?

Both phones run Android.