Nokia 5.3 vs Samsung Galaxy A04
The Nokia 5.3 (2020) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 665, while the Samsung Galaxy A04 (2022) runs on the Unisoc; estimated prices are $199 and $135. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy A04 leads — 19/100 vs 10/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy A04 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Nokia 5.3 has NFC for contactless payments, the Samsung Galaxy A04 doesn't.
Nokia 5.3
Samsung Galaxy A04
- Lighter: 185g vs 192g
- Better design/ergonomics (68/100 vs 60/100)
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Cheaper: $135 vs $199
- Better camera (24/100 vs 2/100)
- Longer battery life (36/100 vs 12/100)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 96/100)
Comparing the Nokia 5.3 vs the Samsung Galaxy A04, the Samsung Galaxy A04 scores 9 points higher (19/100 vs 10/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04 leads (24/100 vs 2/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04 leads (36/100 vs 12/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04 notably outperforms the Nokia 5.3 (24/100 vs 2/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04 notably outperforms the Nokia 5.3 (36/100 vs 12/100). In the "design" category, the Nokia 5.3 is a bit better (68/100 vs 60/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04 and the Nokia 5.3 are nearly equal (100/100 vs 96/100).
| Specification | Nokia 5.3 | Samsung Galaxy A04 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 665 | Unisoc | |
| AnTuTu | 329457 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 321 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1128 | — | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.5" PLS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1600x720 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 10W | — | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 5 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB / 6GB | 3GB / 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 64GB | 32GB / 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 10 | Android 12, One UI Core 4.1 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 450 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Dimensions | 164.3×76.6×8.5 mm | 164.4×76.3×9.1 mm | |
| Weight | 185 g | 192 g | |
| Price | $199 | $135 |
Nokia 5.3
- Main: 13MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy A04
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 5MP
Nokia 5.3
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1600x720
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A04
- 6.5" PLS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Nokia 5.3
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy A04
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Price difference: $64. Samsung Galaxy A04 is cheaper by $64.
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04 notably outperforms the Nokia 5.3 (24/100 vs 2/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04 notably outperforms the Nokia 5.3 (36/100 vs 12/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Nokia 5.3 is a bit better (68/100 vs 60/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04 and the Nokia 5.3 are nearly equal (100/100 vs 96/100).
Which is better: the Nokia 5.3 or the Samsung Galaxy A04?
The Samsung Galaxy A04 edges out the Nokia 5.3 by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Nokia 5.3 and the Samsung Galaxy A04?
The Nokia 5.3 has a MobileRank rating of 10/100, the Samsung Galaxy A04 — 19/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia 5.3 or the Samsung Galaxy A04?
The Samsung Galaxy A04 leads on camera score (24/100 vs 2/100).
Should you choose the Nokia 5.3 over the Samsung Galaxy A04?
The Nokia 5.3 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy A04 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.