Overall Score
54.9Category Breakdown
Overall(#1788)54.9
Performance(#2081)80.8
Camera(#6218)19.1
Display(#2384)77.2
Battery(#1527)33.7
Build(#523)83.7
Connectivity(#1069)81.2
Audio(#1963)8.9
Comparisons Featuring Samsung Galaxy A14 5G
Short Review
- The Samsung Galaxy A14 5G features a plastic frame with a glass front and a plastic back, measuring 167.7 x 78 x 9.1 mm and weighing 202 grams.
- Its 6.6-inch PLS LCD display offers a resolution of 1080 x 2408 pixels and a 90Hz refresh rate, providing smooth visuals.
- Powered by either the Exynos 1330 or MediaTek Dimensity 700 chipset, it delivers solid performance with an octa-core CPU and options for 4GB to 8GB of RAM.
- The camera system includes a 50 MP main sensor, alongside 2 MP macro and depth sensors, capable of recording 1080p video at 30fps, while the 13 MP front camera captures decent selfies.
- The 5000 mAh battery supports 15W charging and ensures extended usage without wireless charging capabilities.
- Running on Android 13 with an upgrade path to Android 14 and One UI Core 6, it offers a user-friendly interface.
- Connectivity options include 5G, dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.2, and NFC.
- The device is available in multiple colors: Black, Light Green, Dark Red, and Silver.
- It lacks stereo speakers but retains a headphone jack for wired audio.
- Overall, the Galaxy A14 5G combines practical features with a reliable performance profile.
Specifications
General
Release Date2023, January 04
Announced2023, January 04
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size6.6"
TypePLS LCD, 90Hz
Resolution1080 x 2408 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~400 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate90Hz
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetExynos 1330 (5 nm) - SM-A146BMediatek Dimensity 700 (7 nm) - SM-A146P
CPUOcta-core (2x2.4 GHz Cortex-A78 & 6x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55) - SM-A146BOcta-core (2x2.2 GHz Cortex-A76 & 6x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55) - SM-A146P
GPUMali-G68 MP2 - SM-A146BMali-G57 MC2 - SM-A146P
Memory64GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (uses shared SIM slot) - USA onlymicroSDXC (dedicated slot) - International
Camera
Main Camera50 MP, f/1.8, 26mm (wide), 1/2.76", 0.64µm, PDAF2 MP, f/2.4, (macro)2 MP, f/2.4, (depth)
Main Camera FeaturesLED flash, panorama, HDR
Front Camera13 MP, f/2.0, 26mm (wide), 1.12µm
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
Optical Stabilization✗
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗
Battery
Capacity5000 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 5000 mAh
Charging Details15W wired
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions167.7 x 78 x 9.1 mm (6.60 x 3.07 x 0.36 in)
Weight202 g
MaterialsGlass front, plastic back, plastic frame
ColorsBlack, Light Green, Dark Red, Silver
Foldable✗
SAR1.00 W/kg (head) 1.00 W/kg (body)
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G
Network SpeedHSPA, LTE, 5G
5G✓
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth5.2, A2DP, LE
NFC✓
USBUSB Type-C 2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, GALILEO
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes
Software & Security
Operating SystemAndroid 13, upgradable to Android 14, One UI Core 6
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer (USA only)