Samsung Galaxy A04 vs Samsung Galaxy M14 5G
The Samsung Galaxy A04 (2022) runs on the Unisoc, while the Samsung Galaxy M14 5G (2023) runs on the Samsung Exynos 1330; estimated prices are $135 and $179. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy M14 5G leads — 26/100 vs 19/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy M14 5G has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the Samsung Galaxy M14 5G has NFC for contactless payments, the Samsung Galaxy A04 doesn't.
Samsung Galaxy A04
Samsung Galaxy M14 5G
- Lighter: 192g vs 206g
- Cheaper: $135 vs $179
- Better design/ergonomics (60/100 vs 42/100)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 98/100)
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Better camera (26/100 vs 24/100)
- Longer battery life (45/100 vs 36/100)
- Better display (50/100 vs 0/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A04 vs the Samsung Galaxy M14 5G, the Samsung Galaxy M14 5G scores 7 points higher (26/100 vs 19/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy M14 5G significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A04 (50/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy M14 5G and the Samsung Galaxy A04 are nearly equal (26/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy M14 5G is a bit better (45/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M14 5G (60/100 vs 42/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04 and the Samsung Galaxy M14 5G are nearly equal (100/100 vs 98/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A04 | Samsung Galaxy M14 5G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc | Samsung Exynos 1330 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 607137 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 952 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 1963 | |
| Display | 6.5" PLS LCD | 6.6" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 2408x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 15W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB / 128GB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 12, One UI Core 4.1 | Android 13 | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Dimensions | 164.4×76.3×9.1 mm | 166.8×77.2×9.4 mm | |
| Weight | 192 g | 206 g | |
| Price | $135 | $179 |
Samsung Galaxy A04
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 5MP
Samsung Galaxy M14 5G
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 13MP
Samsung Galaxy A04
- 6.5" PLS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Samsung Galaxy M14 5G
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2408x1080
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A04
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy M14 5G
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Price difference: $44. Samsung Galaxy A04 is cheaper by $44.
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy M14 5G significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A04 (50/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy M14 5G and the Samsung Galaxy A04 are nearly equal (26/100 vs 24/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy M14 5G is a bit better (45/100 vs 36/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M14 5G (60/100 vs 42/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04 and the Samsung Galaxy M14 5G are nearly equal (100/100 vs 98/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A04 or the Samsung Galaxy M14 5G?
The Samsung Galaxy M14 5G edges out the Samsung Galaxy A04 by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A04 and the Samsung Galaxy M14 5G?
The Samsung Galaxy A04 has a MobileRank rating of 19/100, the Samsung Galaxy M14 5G — 26/100.
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A04 over the Samsung Galaxy M14 5G?
The Samsung Galaxy A04 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy M14 5G is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.