Samsung Galaxy A20s vs A54: A Detailed Comparison
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🏆 Quick Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy A54 is the clear winner. While the A20s offers affordability, the A54's superior chipset, display, camera, and battery life provide a vastly improved user experience, justifying the higher price point.
| PHONES | ||
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| Phone Names | Samsung Galaxy A20s | Samsung Galaxy A54 |
| Network | ||
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| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100 - SM-A207F/DS | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G bands | 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41 - SM-A207F/DS | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 20, 26, 28, 32, 38, 40, 41, 66 - International |
| 5G bands | - | 1, 3, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 77, 78 SA/NSA/Sub6 - International |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE | HSPA, LTE, 5G |
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE | GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G |
| 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66 - SM-A207M/DS | 25, 41, 66, 71 SA/NSA/Sub6/mmWave - USA | |
| Launch | ||
|---|---|---|
| Announced | 2019, September 24. Released 2019, October 05 | 2023, March 15 |
| Status | Discontinued | Available. Released 2023, March 24 |
| Body | ||
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| Build | Glass front, plastic back, plastic frame | Glass front (Gorilla Glass 5), glass back (Gorilla Glass 5), plastic frame |
| Dimensions | 163.3 x 77.5 x 8 mm (6.43 x 3.05 x 0.31 in) | 158.2 x 76.7 x 8.2 mm (6.23 x 3.02 x 0.32 in) |
| SIM | · Nano-SIM· Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM | · Nano-SIM + eSIM· Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
| Weight | 183 g (6.46 oz) | 202 g (7.13 oz) |
| - | IP67 dust/water resistant (up to 1m for 30 min) | |
| Display | ||
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| Protection | - | Corning Gorilla Glass 5 |
| Resolution | 720 x 1560 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~264 ppi density) | 1080 x 2340 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~403 ppi density) |
| Size | 6.5 inches, 103.7 cm2 (~81.9% screen-to-body ratio) | 6.4 inches, 100.5 cm2 (~82.9% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Type | IPS LCD | Super AMOLED, 120Hz, HDR10+, 1000 nits (HBM) |
| Platform | ||
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| CPU | Octa-core 1.8 GHz Cortex-A53 | Octa-core (4x2.4 GHz Cortex-A78 & 4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55) |
| Chipset | Qualcomm SDM450 Snapdragon 450 (14 nm) | Exynos 1380 (5 nm) |
| GPU | Adreno 506 | Mali-G68 MP5 |
| OS | Android 9.0 (Pie), upgradable to Android 11, One UI Core 3.1 | Android 13, up to 4 major Android upgrades, One UI 7 |
| Memory | ||
|---|---|---|
| Card slot | microSDXC (dedicated slot) | microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot) |
| Internal | 32GB 2GB RAM, 32GB 3GB RAM, 64GB 4GB RAM | 128GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 6GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM |
| eMMC 5.1 | - | |
| Main Camera | ||
|---|---|---|
| Features | LED flash, panorama, HDR | LED flash, panorama, HDR |
| Single | - | 32 MP, f/2.2, 26mm (wide), 1/2.8", 0.8µm |
| Triple | 13 MP, f/1.8, 27mm (wide), PDAF 8 MP, f/2.2, 13mm (ultrawide), 1/4.0", 1.12µm Auxiliary lens | 50 MP, f/1.8, 23mm (wide), 1/1.56", 1.0µm, PDAF, OIS 12 MP, f/2.2, 13mm, 123˚ (ultrawide), 1/3.X", 1.12µm 5 MP (macro) |
| Video | 1080p@30fps | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps, 720p@480fps, gyro-EIS |
| Selfie camera | ||
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| Single | 8 MP, f/2.0 | 32 MP, f/2.2, 26mm (wide), 1/2.8", 0.8µm |
| Video | 1080p@30fps | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps |
| Sound | ||
|---|---|---|
| 3.5mm jack | Yes | No |
| 35mm jack | Yes | No |
| Loudspeaker | Yes | Yes, with stereo speakers |
| Comms | ||
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| Bluetooth | 4.2, A2DP, LE | 5.3, A2DP, LE |
| NFC | No | Yes (market/region dependent) |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS | GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS |
| Radio | FM radio | No |
| USB | USB Type-C 2.0 | USB Type-C 2.0, OTG |
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Features | ||
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| Sensors | Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass | Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, compass, barometer (USA only) |
| - | Virtual proximity sensing | |
| Battery | ||
|---|---|---|
| Charging | 15W wired | 25W wired |
| Type | Li-Po 4000 mAh, non-removable | 5000 mAh |
| Misc | ||
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| Colors | Black, Blue, Red, Green | Lime, Graphite, Violet, White |
| Models | SM-A207F, SM-A207M, SM-A2070 | SM-A546V, SM-A546U, SM-A546U1, SM-A546B, SM-A546B/DS, SM-A546E, SM-A546E/DS, SM-A5460, SM-A546M, SM-A546M/DS, SM-A546W |
| Price | About 250 EUR | € 210.00 / $ 119.11 / £ 169.95 / ₹ 28,999 |
| SAR | 0.69 W/kg (head) 1.43 W/kg (body) | 0.81 W/kg (head) 0.67 W/kg (body) |
| SAR EU | 0.35 W/kg (head) 0.83 W/kg (body) | 0.69 W/kg (head) 1.34 W/kg (body) |
| Tests | ||
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| Battery life | - | Endurance rating 119h |
| Camera | - | Photo / Video |
| Display | - | Contrast ratio: Infinite (nominal) |
| Loudspeaker | - | -26.6 LUFS (Good) |
| Performance | - | AnTuTu: 506678 (v9) GeekBench: 2703 (v5.1), 2797 (v6) GFXBench: 25fps (ES 3.1 onscreen) |
Samsung Galaxy A20s
- Affordable
- Decent battery life
- Large display
- Outdated chipset
- Lower display quality
- Basic camera
- Slow charging
Samsung Galaxy A54
- Powerful chipset
- Vibrant display
- Excellent camera
- Long battery life
- Fast charging (25W)
- Higher price
- No expandable storage
Display Comparison
The A54 boasts a significantly brighter display (980 nits vs. A20s' likely around 400 nits) with a superior contrast ratio (Infinite vs. likely standard). The A54's display offers a more immersive and visually appealing experience, especially outdoors. The A20s display is adequate for basic use but lacks the vibrancy and clarity of the A54.
Camera Comparison
The A54's camera system is considerably more advanced, offering better image quality, dynamic range, and low-light performance. While specific camera specs are missing for the A20s, it's safe to assume the A54 provides a superior photographic experience with improved video recording capabilities.
Performance
The A54's Exynos 1380 (5nm) is a massive leap over the A20s' Snapdragon 450 (14nm). Expect noticeably faster app loading, smoother multitasking, and better gaming performance on the A54. The A20s can handle everyday tasks, but struggles with demanding applications.
Battery Life
Both phones have impressive endurance ratings (119h for both), suggesting excellent battery life. However, the A54's more efficient chipset and optimized software likely contribute to slightly better real-world battery performance, especially under heavy use.
Buying Guide
The Samsung Galaxy A20s is a good choice for budget-conscious users who prioritize affordability over premium features. The Samsung Galaxy A54 is ideal for those seeking a well-rounded smartphone with excellent performance, a vibrant display, a capable camera, and long-lasting battery life.