Samsung Galaxy A70 vs Samsung Galaxy A71

Our verdict: Display sharpness is where the Samsung Galaxy A70 pulls ahead, hitting 393 PPI. Keen photographers will appreciate the Samsung Galaxy A71 and its 64MP main camera. Going SIM-free keeps things simple, and the Samsung Galaxy A71 is the more affordable option at £79.95.

Screen
6.7" 6.7"
Display
Super AMOLED Super AMOLED
Resolution
1080 x 2400 1080 x 2240
Pixels Per Inch
393 371
Rear Camera
32 Megapixels 64 Megapixels
Front Camera
32 Megapixels 32 Megapixels
Chipset
Qualcomm SDM675 Snapdragon 675 Qualcomm SDM730 Snapdragon 730
Storage
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
164.3 x 76.7 x 7.9 mm 163.6 x 76 x 7.7 mm
Weight
183 grams 179 grams
Water Resistance
Not rated Not rated
Contracts
SIM-free
£119.99 £79.95
Samsung Galaxy A70 Samsung Galaxy A70 Samsung Galaxy A71 Samsung Galaxy A71
Screen 6.7" 6.7"
Display Super AMOLED Super AMOLED
Resolution 1080 x 2400 1080 x 2240
Pixels Per Inch 393 371
Rear Camera 32 Megapixels 64 Megapixels
Front Camera 32 Megapixels 32 Megapixels
Chipset Qualcomm SDM675 Snapdragon 675 Qualcomm SDM730 Snapdragon 730
Storage 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 164.3 x 76.7 x 7.9 mm 163.6 x 76 x 7.7 mm
Weight 183 grams 179 grams
Water Resistance Not rated Not rated
Contracts
SIM-free £119.99 £79.95
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which has the better screen, the Samsung Galaxy A70 or Samsung Galaxy A71?

Both phones have a similar screen size at around 6.7", the Samsung Galaxy A70 has the sharper display at 393 pixels per inch versus 371, and both use Super AMOLED panels.

Which has the better camera, the Samsung Galaxy A70 or Samsung Galaxy A71?

The Samsung Galaxy A70 features a 32 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy A71 has a 64 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 A70 or Samsung Galaxy A71?

The Samsung Galaxy A71 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £79.95.

What storage options are available for the Samsung Galaxy A70 and Samsung Galaxy A71?

The Samsung Galaxy A70 is available in 128GB, while the Samsung Galaxy A71 comes in 128GB.

What processors do the Samsung Galaxy A70 and Samsung Galaxy A71 use?

The Samsung Galaxy A70 is powered by the Qualcomm SDM675 Snapdragon 675, while the Samsung Galaxy A71 uses the Qualcomm SDM730 Snapdragon 730.

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Samsung Galaxy A70 or Samsung Galaxy A71?

The Samsung Galaxy A71 is the more portable of the two — it's 4g lighter at 179 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 163.6 x 76 x 7.7 mm.

Which is more water resistant, the Samsung Galaxy A70 or Samsung Galaxy A71?

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

What operating system do the Samsung Galaxy A70 and Samsung Galaxy A71 run?

Both phones run Android.