Samsung Galaxy A54 5G vs Samsung Galaxy S23

Our verdict: Display is a trade-off — 6.4" on the Samsung Galaxy A54 5G versus 422 PPI on the Samsung Galaxy S23. Video callers will appreciate the Samsung Galaxy A54 5G and its 32MP front camera. At 167g, the Samsung Galaxy S23 is the lighter of the two. The Samsung Galaxy S23 is better sealed against water with its IP68 certification.

Expert Rating
4.0
11 reviews
4.2
11 reviews
Screen
6.4" 6.1"
Display
Super AMOLED Dynamic AMOLED 2X
Resolution
1080 x 2400 1080 x 2340
Pixels Per Inch
411 422
Rear Camera
50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
32 Megapixels 12 Megapixels
Chipset
Exynos 1380 (5 nm) Qualcomm SM8550 Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm)
Storage
128GB, 256GB 128GB, 256GB
OS
Android 13 Android 13
SIM Type
Nano SIM Nano SIM
Connectivity
Up to 5G Up to 5G
Wi-Fi
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e
Bluetooth
5.3 with A2DP, LE 5.3, A2DP, LE
Dimensions
158.2 x 76.7 x 8.2 mm 146.3 x 70.9 x 7.6 mm
Weight
202 grams 167 grams
Water Resistance
IP67 dust/water resistant (up to 1m for 30 min) IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes
Contracts
£20.99/mo (£39.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£179.99 £199.99
Samsung Galaxy A54 5G Samsung Galaxy A54 5G Samsung Galaxy S23 Samsung Galaxy S23
Expert Rating 4.0
11 reviews
4.2
11 reviews
Screen 6.4" 6.1"
Display Super AMOLED Dynamic AMOLED 2X
Resolution 1080 x 2400 1080 x 2340
Pixels Per Inch 411 422
Rear Camera 50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 32 Megapixels 12 Megapixels
Chipset Exynos 1380 (5 nm) Qualcomm SM8550 Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm)
Storage 128GB, 256GB 128GB, 256GB
OS Android 13 Android 13
SIM Type Nano SIM Nano SIM
Connectivity Up to 5G Up to 5G
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e
Bluetooth 5.3 with A2DP, LE 5.3, A2DP, LE
Dimensions 158.2 x 76.7 x 8.2 mm 146.3 x 70.9 x 7.6 mm
Weight 202 grams 167 grams
Water Resistance IP67 dust/water resistant (up to 1m for 30 min) IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes
Contracts £20.99/mo
£39.00 upfront
SIM-free £179.99 £199.99
Deals Deals

Frequently Asked Questions

Which has the better screen, the Samsung Galaxy A54 5G or Samsung Galaxy S23?

The Samsung Galaxy A54 5G has the bigger screen at 6.4" compared to the Samsung Galaxy S23's 6.1", the Samsung Galaxy S23 has the sharper display at 422 pixels per inch versus 411, and the Samsung Galaxy A54 5G uses a Super AMOLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy S23 has a Dynamic AMOLED 2X.

Which has the better camera, the Samsung Galaxy A54 5G or Samsung Galaxy S23?

The Samsung Galaxy A54 5G features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy S23 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 A54 5G or Samsung Galaxy S23?

The Samsung Galaxy A54 5G is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £179.99.

What storage options are available for the Samsung Galaxy A54 5G and Samsung Galaxy S23?

The Samsung Galaxy A54 5G is available in 128GB, 256GB, while the Samsung Galaxy S23 comes in 128GB, 256GB.

What processors do the Samsung Galaxy A54 5G and Samsung Galaxy S23 use?

The Samsung Galaxy A54 5G is powered by the Exynos 1380 (5 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy S23 uses the Qualcomm SM8550 Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm).

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Samsung Galaxy A54 5G or Samsung Galaxy S23?

The Samsung Galaxy S23 is the more portable of the two — it's 35g lighter at 167 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 146.3 x 70.9 x 7.6 mm, and is slimmer at 7.6mm thick.

Which is more water resistant, the Samsung Galaxy A54 5G or Samsung Galaxy S23?

The Samsung Galaxy A54 5G is rated IP67 dust/water resistant (up to 1m for 30 min), while the Samsung Galaxy S23 is rated IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes.

What operating system do the Samsung Galaxy A54 5G and Samsung Galaxy S23 run?

Both phones run Android 13.