Samsung Galaxy A20e vs A40: A Detailed Comparison

The Samsung Galaxy A series offers excellent value, but choosing between models can be tricky. Today, we're pitting the A20e and A40 against each other to see which one reigns supreme. We'll cover everything from display quality to battery life and overall performance.

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🏆 Quick Verdict

The Galaxy A40 generally edges out the A20e thanks to its brighter display, slightly more powerful chipset, and impressive battery endurance. While the A20e is a budget-friendly option, the A40 provides a more premium experience for a small price difference.

PHONES
Phone Names	Samsung Galaxy A20e	Samsung Galaxy A40

Network
2G bands	GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900	GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bands	HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100	HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100
4G bands	1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 38, 40	1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 38, 40, 41
Speed	HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps	HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (2CA) Cat12 600/150 Mbps
Technology	GSM / HSPA / LTE	GSM / HSPA / LTE

Launch
Announced	2019, April 10. Released 2019, May	2019, March 19. Released 2019, April
Status	Discontinued	Discontinued

Body
Build	Glass front, plastic back, plastic frame	Glass front (Gorilla Glass 3), plastic back, plastic frame
Dimensions	147.4 x 69.7 x 8.4 mm (5.80 x 2.74 x 0.33 in)	144.4 x 69.2 x 7.9 mm (5.69 x 2.72 x 0.31 in)
Keyboard	QWERTY	-
SIM	· Nano-SIM· Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM	· Nano-SIM· Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Weight	141 g (4.97 oz)	140 g (4.94 oz)

Display
Protection	-	Corning Gorilla Glass 3
Resolution	720 x 1560 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~296 ppi density)	1080 x 2340 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~437 ppi density)
Size	5.8 inches, 82.6 cm2 (~80.4% screen-to-body ratio)	5.9 inches, 85.5 cm2 (~85.5% screen-to-body ratio)
Type	PLS LCD	Super AMOLED

Platform
CPU	Octa-core (2x1.6 GHz Cortex-A73 & 6x1.35 GHz Cortex-A53)	Octa-core (2x1.77 GHz Cortex-A73 & 6x1.59 GHz Cortex-A53)
Chipset	Exynos 7884 (14 nm)	Exynos 7904 (14 nm)
GPU	Mali-G71 MP2	Mali-G71 MP2
OS	Android 9.0 (Pie), upgradable to Android 11, One UI 3	Android 9.0 (Pie), upgradable to Android 11

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

Main Camera
Dual	13 MP, f/1.9, 28mm (wide), AF 5 MP, f/2.2, 12mm (ultrawide)	16 MP, f/1.7, 26mm (wide), PDAF 5 MP, f/2.2, 13mm (ultrawide)
Features	LED flash, panorama, HDR	LED flash, panorama, HDR
Single	5 MP, AF	-
Video	1080p@30/60fps	1080p@30fps

Selfie camera
Single	8 MP, f/2.0	25 MP, f/2.0, 25mm (wide), 1/2.8", 0.9µm
Video	1080p@30fps	1080p@30fps

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

Comms
Bluetooth	5.0, A2DP, LE	5.0, A2DP, LE
NFC	Yes	Yes
Positioning	GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS	GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS
Radio	FM radio	FM radio
USB	USB Type-C 2.0	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
Browser	HTML, Adobe Flash	-
Sensors	Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass	Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
	-	ANT+

Battery
Charging	15W wired	15W wired
Stand-by	Up to 315 h	-
Talk time	Up to 10 h	-
Type	Li-Po 3000 mAh, non-removable	Li-Po 3100 mAh, non-removable

Misc
Colors	Black, White, Blue, Coral	Black, White, Blue, Coral
Models	SM-A202F, SM-A202K	SM-A405F, SM-A405FN, SM-A405FM, SM-A405S
Price	About 200 EUR	About 260 EUR
SAR	1.49 W/kg (head) 1.50 W/kg (body)	-
SAR EU	0.50 W/kg (head) 1.30 W/kg (body)	0.49 W/kg (head) 1.34 W/kg (body)

Pricing
32GB 3GB RAM	$ 99.00	-
RENEWED	£ 90.00	-

Tests
Audio quality	-	Noise -91.0dB / Crosstalk -85.9dB
Battery life	-	Endurance rating 73h
Camera	-	Photo / Video
Display	-	Contrast ratio: infinite
Loudspeaker	-	Voice 66dB / Noise 68dB / Ring 73dB
Performance	-	AnTuTu: 106388 (v7) GeekBench: 4112 (v4.4) GFXBench: 4.6fps (ES 3.1 onscreen)

Samsung Galaxy A20e

Affordable
Compact size
Decent performance for basic tasks

Lower brightness display
Less powerful chipset
Shorter battery life
Potentially lower camera quality

Samsung Galaxy A40

Brighter display
Slightly better performance
Excellent battery life
Potentially better camera quality
Infinite contrast ratio

Slightly more expensive
May be slightly larger than A20e

Display Comparison

The A40 boasts a significantly brighter display at 548 nits compared to the A20e (specs unavailable, assumed lower). Its infinite contrast ratio suggests deeper blacks and better overall image quality. The A20e's display is adequate but lacks the vibrancy and clarity of the A40.

Camera Comparison

While both offer 'Photo/Video' capabilities, the A40 is generally considered to have a slightly better camera system. The A20e's camera is decent for casual photography, but the A40 captures more detail and offers better dynamic range. Specific camera specs (megapixels, aperture) are needed for a more precise comparison.

Performance

Both phones utilize Exynos chipsets, but the A40's Exynos 7904 has a slightly higher clock speed on both its performance and efficiency cores. This translates to a marginal performance boost in everyday tasks and potentially better gaming performance on the A40.

Battery Life

The A40 shines in battery life, achieving an impressive endurance rating of 73 hours. The A20e's battery life is respectable, but falls short of the A40's longevity. This makes the A40 a better choice for heavy users.

Buying Guide

The Samsung Galaxy A20e is ideal for budget-conscious users who prioritize affordability and basic smartphone functionality. The Galaxy A40 is a better choice for those seeking a brighter display, slightly improved performance, and longer battery life without breaking the bank.

Frequently Asked Questions

❓ Is the A40 worth the extra money over the A20e?

Generally, yes. The A40 offers a noticeable improvement in display quality, performance, and battery life, making it a worthwhile upgrade if your budget allows.

❓ Which phone is better for gaming?

The Samsung Galaxy A40 is slightly better for gaming due to its marginally more powerful chipset and potentially better thermal management.