Poco C40 vs Samsung Galaxy A04
The Poco C40 (2022) runs on the JLQ, while the Samsung Galaxy A04 (2022) runs on the Unisoc. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy A04 leads — 19/100 vs 11/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the Poco C40 has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Poco C40 has NFC for contactless payments, the Samsung Galaxy A04 doesn't.
Poco C40
Samsung Galaxy A04
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Longer battery life (45/100 vs 36/100)
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Lighter: 192g vs 204g
- Better camera (24/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (60/100 vs 45/100)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Poco C40 vs the Samsung Galaxy A04, the Samsung Galaxy A04 scores 8 points higher (19/100 vs 11/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04 leads (24/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04 leads (100/100 vs 55/100). 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 Poco C40 (24/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco C40 is a bit better (45/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04 notably outperforms the Poco C40 (60/100 vs 45/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04 significantly outperforms the Poco C40 (100/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Poco C40 | Samsung Galaxy A04 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | JLQ | Unisoc | |
| AnTuTu | — | — | |
| Geekbench Single | — | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | — | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.5" PLS LCD | |
| Resolution | 720x1650 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | — | — | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | — | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB | 3GB / 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB | 32GB / 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 11, MIUI 13 for POCO | Android 12, One UI Core 4.1 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 400 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Dimensions | 169.6×76.6×9.2 mm | 164.4×76.3×9.1 mm | |
| Weight | 204 g | 192 g | |
| Price | — | $135 |
Poco C40
- Main: 13MP f/f/2.2
- Front: 5MP
Samsung Galaxy A04
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 5MP
Poco C40
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1650
- Refresh rate: —
Samsung Galaxy A04
- 6.5" PLS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Poco C40
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy A04
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Poco C40
Price unknownperformance
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 Poco C40 (24/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco C40 is a bit better (45/100 vs 36/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04 notably outperforms the Poco C40 (60/100 vs 45/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04 significantly outperforms the Poco C40 (100/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Poco C40 or the Samsung Galaxy A04?
The Samsung Galaxy A04 edges out the Poco C40 by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Poco C40 and the Samsung Galaxy A04?
The Poco C40 has a MobileRank rating of 11/100, the Samsung Galaxy A04 — 19/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco C40 or the Samsung Galaxy A04?
The Samsung Galaxy A04 leads on camera score (24/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Poco C40 over the Samsung Galaxy A04?
The Poco C40 is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy A04 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.