Samsung Galaxy S10 vs Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite

Our Verdict: If you are choosing between Samsung Galaxy S10 and Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite, screen size is the main reason to lean one way. The Lite has a larger 6.7-inch screen, a higher-resolution 48MP rear camera, and a higher-resolution 32MP front camera; the regular S10 mainly responds with a sharper 551 PPI display, a lighter 157g body, and 128GB to 512GB storage. A bigger mAh figure is useful context, but real battery life still depends on software and chipset efficiency. The Lite is the better fit for screen size, while the regular S10 is the one to consider for portability.

If you'd rather pay up front, the S10 Lite is the cheaper buy at £125 SIM-free.

Release Date
8 March 2019 7 February 2020
Expert Rating
4.4
11 reviews
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Screen
6.1" 6.7"
Display
Super AMOLED Super AMOLED
Resolution
1440 x 3040 1080 x 2400
Pixels Per Inch
551 393
Rear Camera
16 Megapixels 48 Megapixels
Front Camera
10 Megapixels 32 Megapixels
Chipset
Exynos 9820 Octa Qualcomm SDM855 Snapdragon 855
Battery
3,400 mAh 4,500 mAh
Storage
128GB, 512GB 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/ax 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
Bluetooth
5.0 with A2DP, aptX HD, LE 5.0 with A2DP, LE
Dimensions
Info unavailable 162 x 76 x 8.1 mm
Weight
157 grams 186 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
£159.99 £124.99
Samsung Galaxy S10 Samsung Galaxy S10 Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite
Release Date 8 March 2019 7 February 2020
Expert Rating 4.4
11 reviews
-
Screen 6.1" 6.7"
Display Super AMOLED Super AMOLED
Resolution 1440 x 3040 1080 x 2400
Pixels Per Inch 551 393
Rear Camera 16 Megapixels 48 Megapixels
Front Camera 10 Megapixels 32 Megapixels
Chipset Exynos 9820 Octa Qualcomm SDM855 Snapdragon 855
Battery 3,400 mAh 4,500 mAh
Storage 128GB, 512GB 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/ax 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
Bluetooth 5.0 with A2DP, aptX HD, LE 5.0 with A2DP, LE
Dimensions Info unavailable 162 x 76 x 8.1 mm
Weight 157 grams 186 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 £159.99 £124.99
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

The Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite has the bigger screen at 6.7" compared to the Samsung Galaxy S10's 6.1", the Samsung Galaxy S10 has the sharper display at 551 pixels per inch versus 393, and both use Super AMOLED panels.

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

The Samsung Galaxy S10 features a 16 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite 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 S10 or Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite?

The Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £124.99.

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

The Samsung Galaxy S10 is available in 128GB, 512GB, while the Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite comes in 128GB.

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

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

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

The Samsung Galaxy S10 is the more portable of the two: it's 29g lighter at 157 grams.

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

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 and Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite run?

Both phones run Android.