Samsung Galaxy A14 vs Galaxy M14: The Ultimate Budget Showdown

Samsung's Galaxy A and M series consistently deliver excellent value. The A14 and M14 are two of their latest contenders, offering compelling features at affordable prices. But which one reigns supreme? This detailed comparison will help you decide.

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🏆 Quick Verdict

The Galaxy M14 takes the crown thanks to its significantly more powerful Exynos 1330 chipset and generally improved performance. While the A14 is a solid choice, the M14's processing power and potentially better battery life make it the superior pick for most users.

PHONES
Phone Names	Samsung Galaxy A14	Samsung Galaxy M14

Network
2G bands	GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900	GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bands	HSDPA 850 / 900 / 2100	HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100
4G bands	1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41	1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 20, 26, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66
5G bands	-	1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66, 77, 78 SA/NSA
Speed	HSPA, LTE	HSPA, LTE, 5G
Technology	GSM / HSPA / LTE	GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G

Launch
Announced	2023, February 28	2023, March 08
Status	Available. Released 2023, March 27	Available. Released 2023, March 08

Body
Build	Glass front, plastic back, plastic frame	Glass front (Gorilla Glass 5), plastic back, plastic frame
Dimensions	167.7 x 78 x 9.1 mm (6.60 x 3.07 x 0.36 in)	166.8 x 77.2 x 9.4 mm (6.57 x 3.04 x 0.37 in)
SIM	· Nano-SIM· Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM	· Nano-SIM· Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Weight	201 g (7.09 oz)	206 g (7.27 oz)

Display
Protection	-	Corning Gorilla Glass 5
Resolution	1080 x 2408 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~400 ppi density)	1080 x 2408 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~400 ppi density)
Size	6.6 inches, 104.9 cm2 (~80.2% screen-to-body ratio)	6.6 inches, 104.9 cm2 (~81.5% screen-to-body ratio)
Type	PLS LCD	PLS LCD, 90Hz

Platform
CPU	Octa-core (2x2.0 GHz Cortex-A75 & 6x1.8 GHz Cortex-A55) - Version AOcta-core (4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55 & 4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55) - Version B	Octa-core (2x2.4 GHz Cortex-A78 & 6x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55)
Chipset	Mediatek MT6769 Helio G80 (12 nm) - Version AExynos 850 (8 nm) - Version B	Exynos 1330 (5 nm)
GPU	Mali-G52 MC2	Mali-G68 MP2
OS	Android 13, upgradable to Android 15, One UI 7	Android 13, One UI core 5.1

Memory
Card slot	microSDXC (dedicated slot)	microSDHC (dedicated slot)
Internal	64GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM	64GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM

Main Camera
Features	LED flash, panorama, HDR	LED flash, panorama, HDR
Single	13 MP, f/2.0, (wide)	13 MP, f/2.0, (wide)
Triple	50 MP, f/1.8, 26mm (wide), 1/2.75", 0.64µm, PDAF 5 MP, f/2.2, 17mm (ultrawide), 1/5.0", 1.12µm 2 MP (macro)	50 MP, f/1.8, (wide), PDAF 2 MP (macro) Auxiliary lens
Video	1080p@30fps	1080p@30fps

Selfie camera
Single	13 MP, f/2.0, 26mm (wide), 1/3.1", 1.12µm	13 MP, f/2.0, (wide)
Video	1080p@30fps	1080p@30fps

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

Comms
Bluetooth	5.1 or 5.3, A2DP, LE	5.2, A2DP, LE
NFC	Yes (market/region dependent)	Yes
Positioning	GPS, GALILEO, GLONASS, BDS, QZSS	GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS, QZSS, NavIC
Radio	Unspecified	Unspecified
USB	USB Type-C 2.0	USB Type-C 2.0
WLAN	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct

Features
Sensors	Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, proximity, compass	Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass

Battery
Charging	15W wired	15W wired - international 25W wired - India
Type	Li-Po 5000 mAh	Li-Po 6000 mAh

Misc
Colors	Black, Dark Red, Silver, Green	Navy Blue, Light Blue, Silver
Models	SM-A145F, SM-A145F/DSN, SM-A145M, SM-A145M/DS, SM-A145P, SM-A145R	SM-M146B, SM-M146B/DS, SM-M146B/DSN
Price	€ 85.76 / $ 147.60 / £ 79.95	₹ 10,990
SAR EU	0.46 W/kg (head) 1.37 W/kg (body)	0.48 W/kg (head) 1.53 W/kg (body)

Samsung Galaxy A14

More compact design (potentially)
Potentially lower price (region dependent)
Decent camera system

Weaker processor
Slower charging
May struggle with demanding tasks

Samsung Galaxy M14

Significantly faster processor
Better performance
Potentially better display
Longer battery life (potentially)
Faster charging (India variant)

Larger size
Potentially slightly higher price

Display Comparison

Both phones feature a 6.6-inch FHD+ display, likely with a 90Hz refresh rate. While panel technology (LCD vs. AMOLED) isn't explicitly stated for both, the M14 is generally expected to have a slightly better display quality. Expect similar resolution and brightness levels.

Camera Comparison

The A14 typically features a 50MP main camera, an 8MP ultrawide, and a 2MP macro lens. The M14 also has a 50MP main camera, but often includes an improved ultrawide and depth sensor. Image quality is expected to be slightly better on the M14, particularly in low light, due to the more powerful processor assisting with image processing. Both offer decent front-facing cameras for selfies.

Performance

This is where the M14 shines. The Exynos 1330 (5nm) is a substantial upgrade over the A14's Helio G80 (12nm) or Exynos 850 (8nm). Expect noticeably faster app loading, smoother gaming, and better overall responsiveness on the M14. The A14 will handle everyday tasks adequately, but will struggle more with demanding games or heavy multitasking.

Battery Life

Both phones boast large 6000mAh batteries, promising all-day battery life. However, the M14's more efficient chipset and potentially optimized software could give it a slight edge. The Indian variant of the M14 also benefits from 25W fast charging, a significant advantage over the A14's 15W charging.

Buying Guide

The Samsung Galaxy A14 is ideal for users prioritizing a slightly more compact design and a potentially lower price point (depending on region). The Samsung Galaxy M14 is best suited for those who value performance, smoother multitasking, and potentially longer battery life, especially if you're in India where it gets faster charging.