Samsung Galaxy A53 vs Samsung Galaxy S24 FE

Our verdict: You'll get more screen real estate from the Samsung Galaxy S24 FE at 6.7", though the Samsung Galaxy A53 is crisper at 405 PPI. Photography fans should note the Samsung Galaxy S24 FE packs a 50MP main sensor. Selfie fans take note: the Samsung Galaxy A53 has a 32MP front camera. Day-to-day comfort favours the Samsung Galaxy A53 at 186g.

Expert Rating
3.8
10 reviews
3.9
10 reviews
Screen
6.5" 6.7"
Display
Super AMOLED Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
Resolution
1080 x 2400 1080 x 2340
Pixels Per Inch
405 385
Rear Camera
48 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
32 Megapixels 12 Megapixels
Chipset
Exynos 1200 Exynos 2400e (4 nm)
Storage
128GB 128GB, 256GB
OS
Android Android
SIM Type
Nano SIM nano-SIM and e-SIM
Connectivity
Up to 5G Up to 5G
Wi-Fi
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e
Bluetooth
5.1 with A2DP, LE 5.3 with A2DP, LE
Dimensions
159.7 x 74 x 8.1 mm 162 x 77.3 x 8 mm
Weight
186 grams 213 grams
Water Resistance
IP53 - dust and splash protection IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes
Contracts
£54.83/mo (£30.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£144.99 £384.99
Samsung Galaxy A53 Samsung Galaxy A53 Samsung Galaxy S24 FE Samsung Galaxy S24 FE
Expert Rating 3.8
10 reviews
3.9
10 reviews
Screen 6.5" 6.7"
Display Super AMOLED Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
Resolution 1080 x 2400 1080 x 2340
Pixels Per Inch 405 385
Rear Camera 48 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 32 Megapixels 12 Megapixels
Chipset Exynos 1200 Exynos 2400e (4 nm)
Storage 128GB 128GB, 256GB
OS Android Android
SIM Type Nano SIM nano-SIM and e-SIM
Connectivity Up to 5G Up to 5G
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e
Bluetooth 5.1 with A2DP, LE 5.3 with A2DP, LE
Dimensions 159.7 x 74 x 8.1 mm 162 x 77.3 x 8 mm
Weight 186 grams 213 grams
Water Resistance IP53 - dust and splash protection IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes
Contracts £54.83/mo
£30.00 upfront
SIM-free £144.99 £384.99
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which has the better screen, the Samsung Galaxy A53 or Samsung Galaxy S24 FE?

The Samsung Galaxy S24 FE 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 385, and the Samsung Galaxy A53 uses a Super AMOLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy S24 FE has a Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X.

Which has the better camera, the Samsung Galaxy A53 or Samsung Galaxy S24 FE?

The Samsung Galaxy A53 features a 48 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy S24 FE has a 50 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 S24 FE?

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 S24 FE?

The Samsung Galaxy A53 is available in 128GB, while the Samsung Galaxy S24 FE comes in 128GB, 256GB.

What processors do the Samsung Galaxy A53 and Samsung Galaxy S24 FE use?

The Samsung Galaxy A53 is powered by the Exynos 1200, while the Samsung Galaxy S24 FE uses the Exynos 2400e (4 nm).

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Samsung Galaxy A53 or Samsung Galaxy S24 FE?

The Samsung Galaxy A53 is the more portable of the two — it's 27g lighter at 186 grams, it's also 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 S24 FE?

The Samsung Galaxy A53 is rated IP53 - dust and splash protection, while the Samsung Galaxy S24 FE is rated IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes.

What operating system do the Samsung Galaxy A53 and Samsung Galaxy S24 FE run?

Both phones run Android.