Apple iPhone 14 vs Samsung Galaxy A04

The Apple iPhone 14 (2022) runs on the Apple A15 Bionic, while the Samsung Galaxy A04 (2022) runs on the Unisoc; estimated prices are $799 and $135. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone 14 leads — 34/100 vs 19/100 (a 15-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy A04 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 3279); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP; the Apple iPhone 14 has NFC for contactless payments, the Samsung Galaxy A04 doesn't; the Apple iPhone 14 is noticeably lighter (172g vs 192g).

The Apple iPhone 14 is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy A04 — the overall rating gap is 15 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 14
Performance 28
Display 0
Camera 67
Battery 0
Design 85
Value for money 55
Samsung Galaxy A04
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 24
Battery 36
Design 60
Value for money 100
What makes Apple iPhone 14 better?
  • Lighter: 172g vs 192g

  • Higher performance (28/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (67/100 vs 24/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (85/100 vs 60/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy A04 better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 3279 mAh
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
  • Cheaper: $135 vs $799

  • Longer battery life (36/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Apple iPhone 14 vs the Samsung Galaxy A04, the Apple iPhone 14 scores 15 points higher (34/100 vs 19/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 14 leads (28/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 14 leads (67/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04 leads (36/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04 leads (100/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 14 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A04 (28/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 14 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A04 (67/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 14 (36/100 vs 0/100). In the "design" category, the Apple iPhone 14 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A04 (85/100 vs 60/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 14 (100/100 vs 55/100).

Apple iPhone 14: The Apple iPhone 14 is a better fit for everyday use.
Samsung Galaxy A04: The Samsung Galaxy A04 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Apple iPhone 14 Samsung Galaxy A04
Processor Apple A15 Bionic Unisoc
AnTuTu 1359000
Geekbench Single 2252
Geekbench Multi 5608
Display 6.1" OLED 6.5" PLS LCD
Resolution 1170x2532 720x1600
Refresh rate 60 Hz
Battery 3279 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 15W
DXOMark (camera) 133
Main camera 12 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 12 MP 0 MP
Front camera 12 MP 5 MP
RAM 6GB 3GB / 4GB / 6GB / 8GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB / 512GB 32GB / 64GB / 128GB
OS iOS 16 Android 12, One UI Core 4.1
Brightness (peak) 1200 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP68
Dimensions 146.7×71.5×7.8 mm 164.4×76.3×9.1 mm
Weight 172 g 192 g
Price $799 $135
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 14
  • Main: 12MP
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Front: 12MP
67
camera
Samsung Galaxy A04
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 5MP
24
camera
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 14
  • 6.1" OLED
  • Resolution: 1170x2532
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
0
display
Samsung Galaxy A04
  • 6.5" PLS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1600
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 14
  • 3279 mAh
  • Wired: 15W
  • No wireless charging
0
battery
Samsung Galaxy A04
  • 5000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Apple iPhone 14
$799
Samsung Galaxy A04
$135

Price difference: $664. Samsung Galaxy A04 is cheaper by $664.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 14 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A04 (28/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 14 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A04 (67/100 vs 24/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 14 (36/100 vs 0/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Apple iPhone 14 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A04 (85/100 vs 60/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 14 (100/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 14 or the Samsung Galaxy A04?

The Apple iPhone 14 is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy A04 — the overall rating gap is 15 points.

What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 14 and the Samsung Galaxy A04?

The Apple iPhone 14 has a MobileRank rating of 34/100, the Samsung Galaxy A04 — 19/100.

Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 14 or the Samsung Galaxy A04?

The Apple iPhone 14 leads on camera score (67/100 vs 24/100).

Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 14 or the Samsung Galaxy A04?

The Apple iPhone 14 leads on performance (28/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Apple iPhone 14 over the Samsung Galaxy A04?

The Apple iPhone 14 is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy A04 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.