Samsung Galaxy S10 vs Samsung Galaxy S10 Plus

Our verdict: At 6.3", the Samsung Galaxy S10 Plus offers the bigger screen of the two. Selfie fans take note: the Samsung Galaxy S10 has a 10MP front camera. At just 157g, the Samsung Galaxy S10 is the more pocket-friendly option. Going SIM-free keeps things simple, and the Samsung Galaxy S10 is the more affordable option at £114.99.

Screen
6.1" 6.3"
Display
Super AMOLED Super AMOLED
Resolution
1440 x 3040 1440 x 3120
Pixels Per Inch
551 545
Rear Camera
16 Megapixels 16 Megapixels
Front Camera
10 Megapixels 8 Megapixels
Chipset
Exynos 9820 Octa Exynos 9820 Octa
Storage
128GB, 512GB 128GB, 512GB
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 Yes
Bluetooth
5.0 with A2DP, aptX HD, LE 5.0 with A2DP, EDR, LE, aptX
Dimensions
Info unavailable 157 x 75 x 7 mm
Weight
157 grams 175 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
£114.99 £199.99
Samsung Galaxy S10 Samsung Galaxy S10 Samsung Galaxy S10 Plus Samsung Galaxy S10 Plus
Screen 6.1" 6.3"
Display Super AMOLED Super AMOLED
Resolution 1440 x 3040 1440 x 3120
Pixels Per Inch 551 545
Rear Camera 16 Megapixels 16 Megapixels
Front Camera 10 Megapixels 8 Megapixels
Chipset Exynos 9820 Octa Exynos 9820 Octa
Storage 128GB, 512GB 128GB, 512GB
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 Yes
Bluetooth 5.0 with A2DP, aptX HD, LE 5.0 with A2DP, EDR, LE, aptX
Dimensions Info unavailable 157 x 75 x 7 mm
Weight 157 grams 175 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 £114.99 £199.99
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

The Samsung Galaxy S10 Plus has the bigger screen at 6.3" compared to the Samsung Galaxy S10's 6.1", both screens are similarly sharp at around 551 pixels per inch, and both use Super AMOLED panels.

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

The Samsung Galaxy S10 features a 16 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy S10 Plus has a 16 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 Plus?

The Samsung Galaxy S10 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £114.99.

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

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

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

The Samsung Galaxy S10 is powered by the Exynos 9820 Octa , while the Samsung Galaxy S10 Plus uses the Exynos 9820 Octa .

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

The Samsung Galaxy S10 is the more portable of the two — it's 18g lighter at 157 grams.

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

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 Plus run?

Both phones run Android.