Samsung Galaxy A53 vs Samsung Galaxy A90 5G

Name: Samsung Galaxy A90 5G
Brand: Samsung
Availability: InStock

Our Verdict: With Samsung Galaxy A90 5G versus Samsung Galaxy A53, the stronger argument is portability. The A53 has the useful edge there with a larger 5,000 mAh battery, a lighter 186g body, and its IP53 - dust and splash protection rating. The A90 5G still has a role if you prefer a 6.7-inch Super AMOLED display at 393 PPI, a 48MP rear camera, and a 32MP front camera. A bigger mAh figure is useful context, but real battery life still depends on software and chipset efficiency. The A53 is the stronger choice for portability, with the A90 5G better suited to simplicity.

Buying outright, the A53 starts at £145 SIM-free.

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 48 Megapixels

Front Camera

32 Megapixels 32 Megapixels

Chipset

Exynos 1200 Qualcomm SDM855 Snapdragon 855

Battery

5,000 mAh 4,500 mAh

Storage

128GB 128GB

Android Android

SIM Type

Nano SIM Nano SIM

Connectivity

Up to 5G Up to 5G

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 164.8 x 76.4 x 8.4 mm

Weight

186 grams 206 grams

Water Resistance

IP53 - dust and splash protection Not rated

Contracts

- -

SIM-free

£144.99 £169.99

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	Samsung Galaxy A53	Samsung Galaxy A90 5G
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	48 Megapixels
Front Camera	32 Megapixels	32 Megapixels
Chipset	Exynos 1200	Qualcomm SDM855 Snapdragon 855
Battery	5,000 mAh	4,500 mAh
Storage	128GB	128GB
OS	Android	Android
SIM Type	Nano SIM	Nano SIM
Connectivity	Up to 5G	Up to 5G
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	164.8 x 76.4 x 8.4 mm
Weight	186 grams	206 grams
Water Resistance	IP53 - dust and splash protection	Not rated
Contracts	-	-
SIM-free	£144.99	£169.99
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which has the better screen, the Samsung Galaxy A53 or Samsung Galaxy A90 5G?

The Samsung Galaxy A90 5G 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 A90 5G?

The Samsung Galaxy A53 features a 48 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy A90 5G 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 A53 or Samsung Galaxy A90 5G?

The Samsung Galaxy A53 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £144.99.

What storage options are available for the Samsung Galaxy A53 and Samsung Galaxy A90 5G?

The Samsung Galaxy A53 is available in 128GB, while the Samsung Galaxy A90 5G comes in 128GB.

What processors do the Samsung Galaxy A53 and Samsung Galaxy A90 5G use?

The Samsung Galaxy A53 is powered by the Exynos 1200, while the Samsung Galaxy A90 5G uses the Qualcomm SDM855 Snapdragon 855.

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Samsung Galaxy A53 or Samsung Galaxy A90 5G?

The Samsung Galaxy A53 is the more portable of the two: it's 20g lighter at 186 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 159.7 x 74 x 8.1 mm, and is slimmer at 8.1mm thick.

Which is more water resistant, the Samsung Galaxy A53 or Samsung Galaxy A90 5G?

The Samsung Galaxy A53 is rated IP53 - dust and splash protection, while the Samsung Galaxy A90 5G is rated Not rated.

What operating system do the Samsung Galaxy A53 and Samsung Galaxy A90 5G run?

Both phones run Android.