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Galaxy A54 5G vs Galaxy S26+

Direct side-by-side battle analyzing display brightness, chipset benchmark percentiles, multi-camera arrays, battery capacity, and charging speeds.

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Galaxy A54 5G
· 2023

Galaxy A54 5G

$449
84.4/ 100
Overall
Exceptional
BeastScore
84.4
Benchmark
Performance80/100
Camera88/100
Battery86/100
Galaxy S26+
· 2026

Galaxy S26+

$1099
84.3/ 100
Overall
Exceptional
BeastScore
84.3
Benchmark
Performance90/100
Camera91/100
Battery78/100

Which Phone Should You Buy: Key Reasons & Hardware Advantages

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Reasons to buy Galaxy A54 5G:
  • ✓$650 lower launch MSRP ($449 vs $1099)
  • ✓Larger 5,000 mAh battery capacity (+100 mAh more capacity)
  • ✓50MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording
Reasons to buy Galaxy S26+:
  • ✓12g lighter chassis (190g) optimized for one-handed ergonomics
  • ✓50MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording
  • ✓6.7" display with 120Hz ProMotion refresh rate

How Do the Specifications Compare Side-by-Side?

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SpecificationGalaxy A54 5GGalaxy S26+
1. Display & Screen
Screen Type & TechSuper AMOLEDDynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
Screen Size6.4"6.7"
Resolution & Density2340x1080 (403 ppi)3120x1440 (513 ppi)
Refresh Rate120 Hz ProMotion120 Hz ProMotion
Brightness1,000 nits peak2,600 nits peak
Screen ProtectionScratch-resistant glassScratch-resistant glass
2. Platform & Performance
Chipset / ProcessorHigh performance SoC High performance SoC
CPU CoresMulti-core high performanceMulti-core high performance
GPU GraphicsIntegrated GraphicsIntegrated Graphics
Operating SystemAndroid 13Android 16
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory8 GB12 GB
Internal Storage128GB / 256GB256GB / 512GB
Storage SpeedHigh-speed flashHigh-speed flash
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics
Primary Camera50 MP, f/1.8, OIS50 MP, f/1.8, OIS
Telephoto ZoomNone (Digital zoom only)10 MP (3x optical zoom), f/2.4, OIS
Ultrawide Camera12 MP, f/2.212 MP, f/2.2
LiDAR / DepthNoneNone
5. Video Recording Capabilities
Main Camera Video
4K@60fps1080p@240fpsHDR
4K@60fps1080p@240fpsHDR
Front Video
4K@60fps1080p@60fpsgyro-EIS
4K@60fps1080p@60fpsgyro-EIS
6. Selfie Camera
Selfie Lens32 MP, f/2.212 MP, f/2.2
7. Body & Dimensions
Dimensions158.2 x 76.7 x 8.2 mm158.4 x 75.8 x 7.3 mm
Weight202 g190 g
Build MaterialsGlass front, metal/glass frameGlass front, metal/glass frame
SIM TypeNano-SIM / eSIM supportNano-SIM / eSIM support
Water ResistanceIP67IP68
8. Battery & Charging
Battery Capacity5,000 mAh4,900 mAh
Wired Fast Charging25W wired fast charging45W wired fast charging
Wireless ChargingNot supported20W wireless charging
Reverse ChargingReverse wireless chargingReverse wireless charging
9. Sound & Audio
LoudspeakerStereo speakersStereo speakers
3.5mm Headphone JackNoNo
10. Connectivity & Comms
Wi-Fi StandardWi-Fi 6Wi-Fi 7
Bluetooth5.36.0
USB Port & SpeedUSB-C 2.0USB-C 3.2
NFCYes (contactless payment)Yes (contactless payment)
11. Sensors & Security
SensorsBiometric fingerprint/face, accelerometer, gyro, compassBiometric fingerprint/face, accelerometer, gyro, compass
Satellite FeaturesEmergency SOS via satellite (select markets)Emergency SOS via satellite (select markets)
12. Colors & Overview
ColorsStandard finishesStandard finishes
Launch Price$449$1099
Editorial Lab Verdict

Galaxy A54 5G edges ahead with a BeastScore of 84.4/100

After comprehensive hardware benchmark comparisons, Galaxy A54 5G ranks as the overall top pick in this matchup. Key differentiators include its advanced processor architecture and verified 88/100 camera rating.

When to buy Galaxy A54 5G:
Higher overall BeastScore: 84.4 vs top rival 84.3 · Lower launch price: $449 (save $650)
When to buy Galaxy S26+:
Significantly faster wired charging: 45W vs max 25W · Dedicated optical telephoto zoom (1 lens system)
Quick Answers

Frequently Asked Questions: Galaxy A54 5G vs Galaxy S26+

Which phone is better: Galaxy A54 5G or Galaxy S26+?

Galaxy A54 5G leads with an overall BeastScore of 84.4/100 compared to Galaxy S26+ (84.3/100), driven by advantages in Higher overall BeastScore: 84.4 vs top rival 84.3 and Lower launch price: $449 (save $650).

What are the primary battery and display differences between Galaxy A54 5G and Galaxy S26+?

Galaxy A54 5G is equipped with a 6.4-inch display and 5000 mAh battery, while Galaxy S26+ features a 6.7-inch display and 4900 mAh battery.

How do the camera capabilities compare between Galaxy A54 5G and Galaxy S26+?

In lab hardware evaluations, Galaxy A54 5G scores 88/100 in camera performance, while Galaxy S26+ scores 91/100.

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