Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite vs Samsung Galaxy S10e

Our verdict: Neither phone sweeps the display: the Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite is bigger at 6.7" while the Samsung Galaxy S10e is sharper at 435 PPI. Keen photographers will appreciate the Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite and its 48MP main camera. Video callers will appreciate the Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite and its 32MP front camera. At just 150g, the Samsung Galaxy S10e is the more pocket-friendly option.

Screen
6.7" 5.8"
Display
Super AMOLED Super AMOLED
Resolution
1080 x 2400 1080 x 2280
Pixels Per Inch
393 435
Rear Camera
48 Megapixels 16 Megapixels
Front Camera
32 Megapixels 12 Megapixels
Chipset
Qualcomm SDM855 Snapdragon 855 Exynos 9820 Octa
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 Yes
Bluetooth
5.0 with A2DP, LE 5.0 with A2DP, LE, apt-X
Dimensions
162 x 76 x 8.1 mm 142.5 x 70.5 x 7.9 mm
Weight
186 grams 150 grams
Water Resistance
IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes
Contracts
SIM-free
£109.99
Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite Samsung Galaxy S10e Samsung Galaxy S10e
Screen 6.7" 5.8"
Display Super AMOLED Super AMOLED
Resolution 1080 x 2400 1080 x 2280
Pixels Per Inch 393 435
Rear Camera 48 Megapixels 16 Megapixels
Front Camera 32 Megapixels 12 Megapixels
Chipset Qualcomm SDM855 Snapdragon 855 Exynos 9820 Octa
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 Yes
Bluetooth 5.0 with A2DP, LE 5.0 with A2DP, LE, apt-X
Dimensions 162 x 76 x 8.1 mm 142.5 x 70.5 x 7.9 mm
Weight 186 grams 150 grams
Water Resistance IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes
Contracts
SIM-free £109.99
Deals Deals

Frequently Asked Questions

Which has the better screen, the Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite or Samsung Galaxy S10e?

The Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite has the bigger screen at 6.7" compared to the Samsung Galaxy S10e's 5.8", the Samsung Galaxy S10e has the sharper display at 435 pixels per inch versus 393, and both use Super AMOLED panels.

Which has the better camera, the Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite or Samsung Galaxy S10e?

The Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite features a 48 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy S10e has a 16 Megapixels rear camera. Both devices also have front-facing cameras for selfies and video calls.

What storage options are available for the Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite and Samsung Galaxy S10e?

The Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite is available in 128GB, while the Samsung Galaxy S10e comes in 128GB.

What processors do the Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite and Samsung Galaxy S10e use?

The Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite is powered by the Qualcomm SDM855 Snapdragon 855, while the Samsung Galaxy S10e uses the Exynos 9820 Octa .

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite or Samsung Galaxy S10e?

The Samsung Galaxy S10e is the more portable of the two — it's 36g lighter at 150 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 142.5 x 70.5 x 7.9 mm.

Which is more water resistant, the Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite or Samsung Galaxy S10e?

Both phones share the same water resistance rating of IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes.

What operating system do the Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite and Samsung Galaxy S10e run?

Both phones run Android.