Galaxy A71 vs Nokia 2.4
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Galaxy A71
Starting at
£105.00£555.70 new
Nokia 2.4
Starting at
£93.00What's the difference between the Galaxy A71 and Nokia 2.4?
Galaxy A71 vs Nokia 2.4 comes down to the chipset, RAM and screen size. Refurbished, the Nokia 2.4 starts at £93, £12 less than the Galaxy A71. The Nokia 2.4 is the newer model, released in 2020.
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- Chipset: Qualcomm SDM730 Snapdragon 730 (8 nm) on the Galaxy A71, Mediatek MT6762 Helio P22 (12 nm) on the Nokia 2.4.
- The Galaxy A71 has more RAM: 8 GB vs 2 GB.
- Screen size: 6.7 inch on the Galaxy A71, 6,5 inch on the Nokia 2.4.
Galaxy A71 vs Nokia 2.4 specs
The Galaxy A71 and Nokia 2.4 offer different experiences depending on your priorities. The Galaxy A71 suits you if you want a larger, sharper screen with vibrant colours, more memory for smooth app use, and high-resolution cameras for detailed photos. It also provides more storage space for files and apps. The Nokia 2.4 is a good choice if you prefer a phone with dual SIM slots and a slightly larger physical size. The Nokia 2.4's simpler performance and screen make it suitable for everyday use, while the Galaxy A71 fits better if you want stronger multimedia and multitasking capabilities.
Galaxy A71 vs Nokia 2.4 price
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Galaxy A71 vs Nokia 2.4 battery life and software updates
These points affect how long the phone can last on a charge and the type of software experience you get.
Battery Capacity
Both the Galaxy A71 and Nokia 2.4 have a 4500 mAh battery. This means they offer similar potential for daily usage time before needing to recharge, suitable for a full day of typical use.
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Galaxy A71 vs Nokia 2.4 performance
The Galaxy A71 has a more powerful chipset and more RAM, which benefits multitasking and running demanding apps. The Nokia 2.4 has less memory and a different chipset, which is suited to everyday tasks and simpler usage. Storage options also differ, affecting how much you can keep on your phone.
Processor and RAM
The Galaxy A71 runs on a Qualcomm SDM730 Snapdragon 730 chipset with 8 GB of RAM, keeping everyday apps running smoothly and supporting multiple apps at once. The Nokia 2.4 uses a Mediatek MT6762 Helio P22 chipset and 2 GB of RAM, which is sufficient for basic apps and simpler tasks.
Storage Capacity
The Galaxy A71 comes with 128 GB of storage, offering plenty of space for apps, photos, and files. The Nokia 2.4 is available with 32 GB or 64 GB, which suits users with lighter storage needs or who use cloud services more.
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Galaxy A71 vs Nokia 2.4 screen
Screen size, resolution, and type influence how you view content. The Galaxy A71 offers a larger and sharper screen with a Super AMOLED Plus panel, while the Nokia 2.4 has a slightly smaller IPS LCD screen with lower resolution. These affect brightness, colour richness, and detail.
Screen Size and Resolution
The Galaxy A71 has a 6.7 inch screen with 1080 x 2400 resolution, providing a roomier display with sharper images and more detail. The Nokia 2.4 has a 6.5 inch screen at 720 x 1600 resolution, suitable for everyday viewing but with less sharpness.
Screen Type
The Galaxy A71 uses a Super AMOLED Plus screen, known for vivid colours and deeper blacks. The Nokia 2.4 has an IPS LCD screen, which offers good colour accuracy and viewing angles but with less contrast compared to AMOLED.
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Galaxy A71 vs Nokia 2.4 camera
Camera quality varies significantly between these two phones. The Galaxy A71 provides higher resolution front and main cameras, which helps capture more detail and sharper images. This suits users who prioritise photography.
Front Camera
The Galaxy A71 features a 32 megapixel front camera, capturing detailed selfies and video calls. The Nokia 2.4 has a 5 megapixel front camera, suitable for basic selfies and video chatting.
Main Camera
The Galaxy A71's main camera has 64 megapixels, allowing for high-detail photos and more cropping flexibility. The Nokia 2.4 has a 13 megapixel main camera, which works well for everyday pictures but with less fine detail.
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Galaxy A71 vs Nokia 2.4 size and design
Other differences include physical size, SIM options, and weight. These affect how the phone feels in your hand and your flexibility with mobile plans.
SIM Card Slots
The Galaxy A71 has a single physical SIM slot, suitable if you use one mobile number. The Nokia 2.4 offers dual physical SIM slots, which is helpful if you want to use two numbers or carriers on the same phone.
Size and Weight
The Galaxy A71 measures 163.6 mm tall, 76 mm wide, and is 7.7 mm deep, weighing 179 g. The Nokia 2.4 is slightly taller and wider at 165.9 mm by 76.3 mm, thicker at 8.7 mm, and heavier at 195 g. These differences affect how each phone feels to hold and carry.
Carrier and Network
Both phones are unlocked and support 4G networks, giving you freedom to choose your mobile provider.
Expandable Storage
Both the Galaxy A71 and Nokia 2.4 support microSDXC cards, allowing you to increase storage with a memory card.
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Galaxy A71 or Nokia 2.4: which should you buy?
Buy the Galaxy A71 if
- you want more RAM (8 GB vs 2 GB)
- you want an OLED screen
- you want a higher-resolution main camera (64 megapixels vs 13 megapixels)
Buy the Nokia 2.4 if
- you want to spend less: it starts at £93, £12 less than the Galaxy A71
- you want the newer model (2020)
What our customers say
Customers say the Galaxy A71 looks almost new and offers excellent condition for a refurbished phone. Many mention the camera quality and overall performance as strong points. Some note minor scuff marks or scratches typical of refurbished devices but find the phones very satisfying for the price. The phone's speed and smoothness are praised, with several customers happy with how well it handles everyday use.
Nokia 2.4 owners appreciate the phone for its reliability and value. Some mention it runs slower at times but still find it fantastic for everyday tasks. The dual SIM feature is noted positively. There is some uncertainty about storage capacity in a few cases, but overall customers are happy with the phone's performance for basic use.
The Galaxy A71 suits those who want a phone with stronger cameras, more memory, and higher resolution screen, while the Nokia 2.4 fits users looking for a straightforward phone with dual SIM capability and a solid all-round experience for everyday needs.
Galaxy A71 vs Nokia 2.4 FAQs
Galaxy A71 vs Nokia 2.4 comes down to the chipset, RAM and screen size. Chipset: Qualcomm SDM730 Snapdragon 730 (8 nm) on the Galaxy A71, Mediatek MT6762 Helio P22 (12 nm) on the Nokia 2.4. The Galaxy A71 has more RAM: 8 GB vs 2 GB.
The Nokia 2.4 is cheaper refurbished, from £93 compared with £105 for the Galaxy A71.
Both have the same battery: 4500 mAh.
The Galaxy A71 has a higher-resolution main camera: 64 megapixels vs 13 megapixels.
The Galaxy A71 no longer gets updates. We don't have published update dates for the Nokia 2.4.
Refurbished, the Galaxy A71 comes in 128GB, and the Nokia 2.4 in 32GB and 64GB.
