Samsung Galaxy A10e
#3870
Samsung Galaxy A2 Core
#4470Category Breakdown
Samsung Galaxy A10e
Samsung Galaxy A2 Core
Performance
64.552.8
Camera
19.119.1
Display
42.140.7
Battery
24.222.4
Build
84.667.9
Connectivity
58.651.1
Audio
8.98.9
Overall
37.833.3
Summary
- The Samsung Galaxy A10e features a larger 5.83-inch PLS LCD display with a resolution of 720 x 1560 pixels, offering better pixel density and overall clarity compared to the 5.0-inch display of the Galaxy A2 Core, which has a resolution of 540 x 960 pixels.
- In terms of performance, the A10e is powered by the Exynos 7884 chipset with a more capable octa-core CPU, while the A2 Core uses the Exynos 7870 with a lower clock speed.
- The A10e's rear camera is 8 MP, providing superior image quality compared to the A2 Core's 5 MP camera, although both can record video at 1080p.
- The A10e has a larger 3000 mAh battery compared to the A2 Core's 2600 mAh, enhancing its longevity.
- Both devices run different versions of Android, with the A10e upgradable to Android 11, while the A2 Core operates on Android 8.0 Oreo (Go edition), indicating a more modern software experience for the A10e.
- Build quality is similar, with both featuring glass fronts and plastic backs, but the A10e is slightly lighter and slimmer.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
Samsung Galaxy A10e
Samsung Galaxy A2 Core
General
Release Date
2019
2019
Announced
2019
2019
Description
Versions: SM-A102U (AT&T, Verizon, Metro PCS, Sprint, T-Mobile, Virgin Mobile, Boost Mobile); SM-A102U1 (Unlocked)
Versions: SM-A260F/DS (Global); SM-A260G/DS
Display
Size
5.83"
5"
Type
PLS LCD
PLS LCD
Resolution
720 x 1560 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~295 ppi density)
540 x 960 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~220 ppi density)
PPI
720
540
Refresh Rate
60Hz
60Hz
HDR Support
✗
✗
Protection
N/A
N/A
Performance
Chipset
Exynos 7884 (14 nm)
Exynos 7870 Octa (14 nm)
CPU
Octa-core (2x1.6 GHz Cortex-A73 & 6x1.35 GHz Cortex-A53)
Octa-core 1.6 GHz Cortex-A53
GPU
Mali-G71 MP2
Mali-T830 MP1
Memory
32GB 2GB RAM, 32GB 3GB RAM
8GB 1GB RAM, 16GB 1GB RAM
Expandable Storage
✗
✗
Card Slot
microSDXC (dedicated slot)
microSDXC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera
8 MP, f/1.9, AFor5 MP, AF
5 MP, f/1.9, AF
Main Camera Features
LED flash, panorama, HDR
LED flash, HDR
Front Camera
5 MP, f/2.0or2 MP
5 MP, f/2.2
Front Camera Features
N/A
N/A
Video Recording
1080p@30fps
1080p@30fps
Selfie Video
N/A
N/A
Optical Stabilization
✗
✗
Night Mode
✗
✗
Raw Photo Support
✗
✗
Battery
Capacity
3000 mAh
2600 mAh
Battery Details
Li-Ion 3000 mAh, non-removable
Li-Ion 2600 mAh, non-removable
Charging Details
N/A
N/A
Fast Charging
✗
✗
Wireless Charging
✗
✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions
147.3 x 69.6 x 8.4 mm (5.80 x 2.74 x 0.33 in)
141.6 x 71 x 9.1 mm (5.57 x 2.80 x 0.36 in)
Weight
141 g
142 g
Materials
Glass front, plastic back, plastic frame
Glass front, plastic back, plastic frame
Colors
Black
Black, Blue, Red, Gold
Foldable
✗
✗
SAR
0.47 W/kg (head) 0.54 W/kg (body)
N/A
Connectivity
SIM
Nano-SIM
Nano-SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Network
GSM / CDMA / HSPA / LTE
GSM / HSPA / LTE
Network Speed
HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
5G
✗
✗
4G
✓
✓
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth
5.0, A2DP, LE
4.2, A2DP, LE
NFC
✗
✗
USB
USB Type-C 2.0
microUSB 2.0, OTG
IR Blaster
✗
✗
Headphone Jack
✓
✓
Radio
✗
✗
Positioning
GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO
GPS, GLONASS, BDS
Audio
Stereo Speakers
✗
✗
Loudspeaker
Yes
Yes
Audio Jack
Yes
Yes
Software & Security
Operating System
Android 9.0 (Pie), upgradable to Android 11, One UI 3.1
Android 8.0 Oreo (Go edition)
Fingerprint
✗
✗
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
Accelerometer, proximity
Accelerometer, proximity