Samsung Galaxy A70 vs Samsung Galaxy A90 5G

Our Verdict: Samsung Galaxy A70 and Samsung Galaxy A90 5G suit different priorities. The A70 is stronger for portability, helped by a lighter 183g body, while the A90 5G is better suited to a higher-resolution 48MP rear camera. Choose the A70 for portability; choose the A90 5G if camera hardware matters more.

If you'd rather pay up front, the A70 is the cheaper buy at £115 SIM-free.

Screen
6.7" 6.7"
Display
Super AMOLED Super AMOLED
Resolution
1080 x 2400 1080 x 2400
Pixels Per Inch
393 393
Rear Camera
32 Megapixels 48 Megapixels
Front Camera
32 Megapixels 32 Megapixels
Chipset
Qualcomm SDM675 Snapdragon 675 Qualcomm SDM855 Snapdragon 855
Battery
4,500 mAh 4,500 mAh
Storage
128GB 128GB
OS
Android Android
SIM Type
Nano SIM Nano SIM
Connectivity
Up to 4G Up to 5G
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 164.8 x 76.4 x 8.4 mm
Weight
183 grams 206 grams
Water Resistance
Not rated Not rated
Contracts
- -
SIM-free
£114.99 £179.99
Samsung Galaxy A70 Samsung Galaxy A70 Samsung Galaxy A90 5G Samsung Galaxy A90 5G
Screen 6.7" 6.7"
Display Super AMOLED Super AMOLED
Resolution 1080 x 2400 1080 x 2400
Pixels Per Inch 393 393
Rear Camera 32 Megapixels 48 Megapixels
Front Camera 32 Megapixels 32 Megapixels
Chipset Qualcomm SDM675 Snapdragon 675 Qualcomm SDM855 Snapdragon 855
Battery 4,500 mAh 4,500 mAh
Storage 128GB 128GB
OS Android Android
SIM Type Nano SIM Nano SIM
Connectivity Up to 4G Up to 5G
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 164.8 x 76.4 x 8.4 mm
Weight 183 grams 206 grams
Water Resistance Not rated Not rated
Contracts - -
SIM-free £114.99 £179.99
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Samsung Galaxy A70
Samsung Galaxy A70

128GB

White

Refurbished

From £114.99

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From £179.99

Frequently Asked Questions

Which has the better screen, the Samsung Galaxy A70 or Samsung Galaxy A90 5G?

Both phones have a similar screen size at around 6.7", both screens are similarly sharp at around 393 pixels per inch, and both use Super AMOLED panels.

Which has the better camera, the Samsung Galaxy A70 or Samsung Galaxy A90 5G?

The Samsung Galaxy A70 features a 32 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 A70 or Samsung Galaxy A90 5G?

The Samsung Galaxy A70 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £114.99.

What storage options are available for the Samsung Galaxy A70 and Samsung Galaxy A90 5G?

The Samsung Galaxy A70 is available in 128GB, while the Samsung Galaxy A90 5G comes in 128GB.

What processors do the Samsung Galaxy A70 and Samsung Galaxy A90 5G use?

The Samsung Galaxy A70 is powered by the Qualcomm SDM675 Snapdragon 675, while the Samsung Galaxy A90 5G uses the Qualcomm SDM855 Snapdragon 855.

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Samsung Galaxy A70 or Samsung Galaxy A90 5G?

The Samsung Galaxy A70 is the more portable of the two: it's 23g lighter at 183 grams, both are similar in overall footprint, and is slimmer at 7.9mm thick.

Which is more water resistant, the Samsung Galaxy A70 or Samsung Galaxy A90 5G?

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

What operating system do the Samsung Galaxy A70 and Samsung Galaxy A90 5G run?

Both phones run Android.