Fairphone 6 5G vs Galaxy A57
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Fairphone 6 5G
Starting at
£779.00
Galaxy A57
Starting at
£253.28£456.55 newWhat's the difference between the Fairphone 6 5G and Galaxy A57?
Fairphone 6 5G vs Galaxy A57 comes down to the chipset, battery and screen size. Refurbished, the Galaxy A57 starts at £253.28, £525.72 less than the Fairphone 6 5G. The Galaxy A57 is the newer model, released in 2026.
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- Chipset: Qualcomm SM7635 Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 on the Fairphone 6 5G, Exynos 1680 (4 nm) on the Galaxy A57.
- The Galaxy A57 has a bigger battery: 5000 mAh vs 4415 mAh.
- The Galaxy A57 has a bigger screen: 6.7 inch vs 6.31 inch.
Fairphone 6 5G vs Galaxy A57 specs
The Fairphone 6 5G and Galaxy A57 each suit different needs when it comes to durability, performance, screen, and camera features. Fairphone 6 5G offers a slightly smaller but sharper LTPO OLED screen and a higher resolution front camera, ideal if you want detailed selfies and a screen that adapts its refresh rate. Galaxy A57 has a larger Super AMOLED+ screen that suits those who prefer a bigger display for media. Battery capacity is larger in the Galaxy A57, supporting longer use between charges. Performance is comparable with 8 GB RAM on both, but the devices use different chipsets. The Fairphone includes expandable storage via microSDXC, while the Galaxy A57 supports dual physical SIMs alongside eSIM. Choose Fairphone 6 5G if you value screen detail and expandable storage. Choose Galaxy A57 for a bigger screen and longer software update support.
Fairphone 6 5G vs Galaxy A57 price
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- 256GBSold out
Fairphone 6 5G vs Galaxy A57 battery life and software updates
Durability factors like battery size, software updates, and network support affect daily use and device longevity.
Battery Capacity
The Fairphone 6 5G has a 4415 mAh battery, which is well suited for typical daily use and moderate screen time. The Galaxy A57 offers a larger 5000 mAh battery, making it a good choice if you often need extended usage without recharging.
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Fairphone 6 5G vs Galaxy A57 performance
Performance is key for smooth operation and handling apps. Both devices have 8 GB of RAM, but they use different processors and offer different storage options, which affects multitasking and how much data or media you can keep locally.
Processor Differences
The Fairphone 6 5G uses a Qualcomm SM7635 Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 chipset, designed to balance efficiency and performance. The Galaxy A57 runs on an Exynos 1680 (4 nm) chipset. Both chipsets support 5G connectivity and everyday tasks smoothly.
Storage Options
The Fairphone 6 5G comes with 256GB of storage, suitable if you want ample space for apps and media with room to expand using a microSDXC card. The Galaxy A57 offers 128GB and 256GB versions but does not support expandable storage, so you choose your storage size upfront.
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Fairphone 6 5G vs Galaxy A57 screen
Screen quality influences your viewing experience for videos, browsing, and gaming. Both devices use advanced OLED technologies but vary in size, resolution, and screen type, catering to different viewing preferences.
Screen Size and Resolution
The Fairphone 6 5G has a 6.31 inch screen with a resolution of 1116x2484, offering a sharper image on a more compact display. The Galaxy A57 features a larger 6.7 inch screen with 1080x2340 resolution, providing more room for content and a more immersive experience for watching videos or multitasking.
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Fairphone 6 5G uses an LTPO OLED screen, which typically allows for adaptive refresh rates to save battery and improve smoothness. The Galaxy A57 has a Super AMOLED+ screen known for vibrant colours and strong contrast, making it well suited for vivid media consumption.
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Fairphone 6 5G vs Galaxy A57 camera
Camera capabilities and front-facing cameras matter for photography and video calls. The Fairphone 6 5G and Galaxy A57 differ in camera count and front camera resolution, affecting how you capture images and selfies.
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Fairphone 6 5G has a dual rear camera setup, which covers essential photo needs with flexibility. Galaxy A57 offers a triple rear camera array, giving more options for different photo styles and zoom levels, suitable if you enjoy varied photography.
Front Camera Detail
Fairphone 6 5G features a 32 megapixel front camera, excellent for high-detail selfies and video calls. The Galaxy A57 has a 12 megapixel front camera, which still delivers good quality but with less resolution, ideal if you prefer more standard selfie quality.
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Fairphone 6 5G vs Galaxy A57 size and design
Additional features like SIM card options, weight, and expandable storage add to usability and convenience. These differences suit different user preferences for connectivity and device handling.
SIM and Storage Expansion
Fairphone 6 5G supports one physical SIM plus eSIM and includes a microSDXC slot, letting you expand storage as needed. Galaxy A57 features dual physical SIMs plus eSIM but does not have expandable storage, which favours users needing multiple phone numbers.
Device Weight
Fairphone 6 5G weighs 193 g, giving it a solid feel in hand. Galaxy A57 is lighter at 179 g, which may be preferable if you want a lighter device for daily carry.
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Fairphone 6 5G or Galaxy A57: which should you buy?
Buy the Fairphone 6 5G if
- you want a higher-resolution front camera (32 megapixels vs 12 megapixels)
- you want a memory card slot
Buy the Galaxy A57 if
- you want to spend less: it starts at £253.28, £525.72 less than the Fairphone 6 5G
- you want a bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4415 mAh)
- you want a bigger screen (6.7 inch vs 6.31 inch)
Fairphone 6 5G vs Galaxy A57 FAQs
Fairphone 6 5G vs Galaxy A57 comes down to the chipset, battery and screen size. Chipset: Qualcomm SM7635 Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 on the Fairphone 6 5G, Exynos 1680 (4 nm) on the Galaxy A57. The Galaxy A57 has a bigger battery: 5000 mAh vs 4415 mAh.
The Galaxy A57 is cheaper refurbished, from £253.28 compared with £779 for the Fairphone 6 5G.
The Galaxy A57 has a bigger battery: 5000 mAh vs 4415 mAh.
Both have the same main camera: 50 megapixels.
We don't have published update dates for the Fairphone 6 5G. The Galaxy A57 gets updates until Apr 2032.
Refurbished, the Fairphone 6 5G comes in 256GB, and the Galaxy A57 in 128GB and 256GB.
