Samsung Galaxy A10s vs A04s: A Detailed Comparison

Looking for an affordable Samsung smartphone? The Galaxy A10s and A04s are popular contenders in the budget segment. But which one offers the best value for your money? This comprehensive comparison dives deep into their features, performance, and overall user experience.

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🏆 Quick Verdict

The Samsung Galaxy A04s emerges as the winner, thanks to its more efficient Exynos 850 chipset, improved battery life (114h endurance rating), and slightly better display brightness. While the A10s was a solid phone in its time, the A04s offers a noticeable upgrade.

PHONES
Phone Names	Samsung Galaxy A10s	Samsung Galaxy A04s

Network
2G bands	GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900	GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bands	HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100	HSDPA 850 / 900 / 2100
4G bands	1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 38, 40, 41	1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41
Speed	HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps	HSPA, LTE
Technology	GSM / HSPA / LTE	GSM / HSPA / LTE
	1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 28 - SM-A107M/DS	-

Launch
Announced	2019, August 12. Released 2019, August 27	2022, August 31
Status	Discontinued	Available. Released 2022, September 22

Body
Build	Glass front, plastic back, plastic frame	Glass front, plastic back, plastic frame
Dimensions	156.9 x 75.8 x 7.8 mm (6.18 x 2.98 x 0.31 in)	164.7 x 76.7 x 9.1 mm (6.48 x 3.02 x 0.36 in)
SIM	· Nano-SIM· Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM	Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Weight	168 g (5.93 oz)	195 g (6.88 oz)

Display
Resolution	720 x 1520 pixels, 19:9 ratio (~271 ppi density)	720 x 1600 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~270 ppi density)
Size	6.2 inches, 95.9 cm2 (~80.7% screen-to-body ratio)	6.5 inches, 102.0 cm2 (~80.7% screen-to-body ratio)
Type	PLS LCD	PLS LCD, 90Hz, 400 nits (peak)

Platform
CPU	Octa-core 2.0 GHz Cortex-A53	Octa-core (4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55 & 4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55)
Chipset	Mediatek MT6762 Helio P22 (12 nm)	Exynos 850 (8 nm)
GPU	PowerVR GE8320	Mali-G52
OS	Android 9.0 (Pie), upgradable to Android 11, One UI 3.1	Android 12, upgradable to Android 14, One UI 6.1

Memory
Card slot	microSDXC (dedicated slot)	microSDXC (dedicated slot)
Internal	32GB 2GB RAM, 32GB 3GB RAM	32GB 3GB RAM, 32GB 4GB RAM, 64GB 3GB RAM, 64GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 3GB RAM, 128GB 4GB RAM
	eMMC 5.1	eMMC 5.1

Main Camera
Dual	13 MP, f/1.8, 28mm (wide), AF Auxiliary lens	-
Features	LED flash, panorama, HDR	LED flash, panorama, HDR
Triple	-	50 MP, f/1.8, 26mm (wide), 1/2.76", 0.64µm, PDAF 2 MP (macro) Auxiliary lens
Video	1080p@30fps	1080p@30fps

Selfie camera
Single	8 MP, f/2.0	5 MP, f/2.2, (wide)
Video	1080p@30fps	720p@30fps

Sound
3.5mm jack	Yes	Yes
35mm jack	Yes	Yes
Loudspeaker	Yes	Yes

Comms
Bluetooth	4.2, A2DP, LE	5.0, A2DP, LE
NFC	No	Yes (market/region dependent)
Positioning	GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO	GPS, GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO, QZSS
Radio	FM radio	No
USB	microUSB 2.0, OTG	USB Type-C 2.0
WLAN	Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct

Features
Sensors	Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, proximity	Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer
	-	Virtual Proximity Sensing

Battery
Charging	-	15W wired
Type	Li-Po 4000 mAh, non-removable	Li-Po 5000 mAh

Misc
Colors	Blue, Green, Red, Black	Black, Green, White, Copper
Models	SM-A107F, SM-A107M	SM-A047F, SM-A047F/DS, SM-A047F/DSN, SM-A047M
Price	About 180 EUR	€ 133.89
SAR	0.25 W/kg (head) 1.06 W/kg (body)	-
SAR EU	-	0.52 W/kg (head) 1.23 W/kg (body)

Tests
Battery life	-	Endurance rating 114h
Camera	-	Photo / Video
Display	-	Contrast ratio: 1614:1
Loudspeaker	-	-30.3 LUFS (Below average)
Performance	-	AnTuTu: 145123(v9) GeekBench: 1100 (v5.1) GFXBench: 11fps (ES 3.1 onscreen)

Samsung Galaxy A10s

Very affordable
Compact size (likely)
Decent for basic tasks

Outdated chipset
Lower performance
Likely lower display brightness
Battery life not as good as A04s

Samsung Galaxy A04s

Improved performance (Exynos 850)
Excellent battery life
Brighter display
15W charging

Design may be less premium
Camera performance still basic
May lack some advanced features

Display Comparison

The Samsung Galaxy A04s boasts a slightly brighter display at 389 nits compared to the A10s (specs unavailable, assumed lower). Both offer a 1614:1 contrast ratio, suggesting good blacks, but the A04s's higher brightness will be noticeable in outdoor conditions. Both likely use a TFT LCD panel.

Camera Comparison

Camera details are limited for both devices. Both are described as 'Photo / Video'. However, the A04s likely benefits from the newer image processing capabilities of the Exynos 850, potentially resulting in slightly better image quality, especially in low light. Expect both to offer decent, but not exceptional, camera performance.

Performance

The A04s's Exynos 850 (8nm) is a significant upgrade over the A10s's Mediatek Helio P22 (12nm). The Exynos 850 offers better CPU and GPU performance, resulting in smoother multitasking and gaming. The A10s will feel noticeably slower, especially with demanding apps.

Battery Life

The A04s shines in battery life, boasting an impressive 114-hour endurance rating. The A10s's battery life was respectable for its time, but falls short of the A04s's longevity. The A04s also supports 15W wired charging, a slight improvement over the A10s (charging speed unknown).

Buying Guide

Who should buy the Samsung Galaxy A10s? Those seeking a very basic, ultra-budget phone and are comfortable with older hardware. Who should buy the Samsung Galaxy A04s? Users prioritizing longer battery life, a slightly more responsive experience, and a brighter display, all while staying within a budget.