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Galaxy A20e

Starting at

£69.35£522.50 new
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Realme 7 (Global)

Starting at

£115.00
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(391 reviews)

What's the difference between the Galaxy A20e and Realme 7 (Global)?

Galaxy A20e vs Realme 7 (Global) comes down to the chipset, RAM and battery. Refurbished, the Galaxy A20e starts at £69.35, £45.65 less than the Realme 7 (Global). The Realme 7 (Global) is the newer model, released in 2020.

Refurbished from

£69.35£115

Chipset

Exynos 7884 (14 nm)Mediatek MT6785V/CD Helio G95 (12 nm)

RAM

3 GB6 GB

Battery

3000 mAh5000 mAh

Screen size

5.8 inch6,5 inch

Screen type

PLS LCDIPS LCD
  • Chipset: Exynos 7884 (14 nm) on the Galaxy A20e, Mediatek MT6785V/CD Helio G95 (12 nm) on the Realme 7 (Global).
  • The Realme 7 (Global) has more RAM: 6 GB vs 3 GB.
  • The Realme 7 (Global) has a bigger battery: 5000 mAh vs 3000 mAh.

Galaxy A20e vs Realme 7 (Global) specs

The Galaxy A20e and Realme 7 (Global) differ in several key areas. The Galaxy A20e suits users looking for a smaller, lighter phone with a compact screen and simpler performance. It offers 3 GB RAM and 32 GB storage, which work well for everyday tasks. The Realme 7 offers a larger, sharper screen and a bigger battery, making it better for video and longer use between charges. With 6 GB RAM and 64 GB storage, it supports more demanding multitasking and apps. The Realme 7 is also physically bigger and heavier, with a dual SIM option for those needing two phone numbers. Your choice depends on whether you prefer a more compact device or a larger, more powerful phone for media and multitasking.

Galaxy A20e vs Realme 7 (Global) price

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Galaxy A20e vs Realme 7 (Global) battery life and software updates

Battery capacity and operating system are key durability factors here. These affect how long each phone can run between charges and the software environment you use daily.

Battery Capacity

The Galaxy A20e has a 3000 mAh battery, which suits everyday use with moderate screen time. The Realme 7 offers a larger 5000 mAh battery, ideal if you want longer usage without recharging, such as for extended video watching or heavy app use.

Operating System

Both devices run Android, giving you access to a wide range of apps and customisation options familiar to most users.

Battery

3000 mAh5000 mAh

Fast charging

15 WN/A

Foldable

NoNo

Software updates

EndedN/A

Year of release

20192020

Galaxy A20e vs Realme 7 (Global) performance

Performance depends on the chipset, RAM, and storage capacity. These specs influence how smoothly the phone handles apps, multitasking, and storage needs.

Processing Power

The Galaxy A20e uses an Exynos 7884 chipset built on a 14 nm process, suited for everyday tasks like browsing and messaging. The Realme 7 features a Mediatek Helio G95 chipset with a 12 nm process, providing stronger performance that supports more demanding apps and gaming.

Memory and Storage

The Galaxy A20e offers 3 GB RAM and 32 GB storage, which works well for lighter multitasking and storing essential apps and media. The Realme 7 doubles the RAM to 6 GB and offers 64 GB storage, helping keep more apps open and providing extra room for photos, videos, and downloads.

Chipset

Exynos 7884 (14 nm)Mediatek MT6785V/CD Helio G95 (12 nm)

RAM

3 GB6 GB

Galaxy A20e vs Realme 7 (Global) screen

Screen size, resolution, and panel type shape your viewing experience. They affect how much you see at once and the clarity of images and text.

Screen Size and Resolution

The Galaxy A20e has a 5.8 inch screen with 720 x 1560 resolution, which suits users who prefer a compact display for one-handed use. The Realme 7's 6.5 inch screen with 1080 x 2400 resolution offers more room for video, gaming, and reading, with sharper detail for clearer images.

Screen Panel Type

The Galaxy A20e uses a PLS LCD panel, while the Realme 7 has an IPS LCD. Both provide good colour and viewing angles, although IPS is often noted for slightly better colour accuracy and brightness.

Refresh rate

N/A90 Hz

Resolution

720 x 15601080 x 2400

Screen size

5.8 inch6,5 inch

Screen type

PLS LCDIPS LCD

Galaxy A20e vs Realme 7 (Global) camera

Camera type

Double (2x)N/A

Front camera

8 megapixelsN/A

Main camera

13 megapixelsN/A

Galaxy A20e vs Realme 7 (Global) size and design

Physical size, SIM options, and connectivity affect daily convenience and how you use your phone on the move.

Physical Dimensions and Weight

The Galaxy A20e is smaller and lighter at 147.4 mm height, 69.7 mm width, 8.4 mm depth, and 141 g weight. This makes it easier to carry and use one-handed. The Realme 7 is larger and heavier at 162.3 mm height, 75.4 mm width, 9.4 mm depth, and 196 g weight, which suits those who want a bigger device and don't mind the extra size.

SIM Card

The Galaxy A20e supports a single physical SIM card, which works well if you use one phone number. The Realme 7 offers dual physical SIM slots, ideal if you need to manage two numbers, such as for work and personal use.

Common Connectivity

Both phones include USB-C and a 3.5 mm headphone jack, allowing flexible charging and audio options. They are also unlocked and support 4G mobile networks, giving freedom to choose your carrier.

Expandable Storage

Both devices support microSDXC cards, letting you add extra storage for photos, music, or apps beyond the built-in memory.

Carrier compatibility

UnlockedUnlocked

Connector

USB-C + Jack 3.5mmUSB-C + Jack 3.5mm

Depth

8.4 mm9.4 mm

Height

147.4 mm162.3 mm

Mobile network

4G4G

SD card slot

microSDXCmicroSDXC

SIM card

Physical SIMDual Physical SIM

Weight

141 g196 g

Width

69.7 mm75.4 mm

Galaxy A20e or Realme 7 (Global): which should you buy?

Buy the Galaxy A20e if

  • you want to spend less: it starts at £69.35, £45.65 less than the Realme 7 (Global)
  • you want a lighter build (141 g vs 196 g)

Buy the Realme 7 (Global) if

  • you want more RAM (6 GB vs 3 GB)
  • you want a bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 3000 mAh)

Galaxy A20e vs Realme 7 (Global) FAQs

Galaxy A20e vs Realme 7 (Global) comes down to the chipset, RAM and battery. Chipset: Exynos 7884 (14 nm) on the Galaxy A20e, Mediatek MT6785V/CD Helio G95 (12 nm) on the Realme 7 (Global). The Realme 7 (Global) has more RAM: 6 GB vs 3 GB.

The Galaxy A20e is cheaper refurbished, from £69.35 compared with £115 for the Realme 7 (Global).

The Realme 7 (Global) has a bigger battery: 5000 mAh vs 3000 mAh.

The Galaxy A20e no longer gets updates. We don't have published update dates for the Realme 7 (Global).

Refurbished, the Galaxy A20e comes in 32GB, and the Realme 7 (Global) in 64GB.

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