Apple iPhone 256GB vs Samsung Galaxy A57 5G 128GB: which one suits you?

The two differ in 6 of the specs we have recorded (prices checked 2 Nov 2026).

Which one should you choose?

  • More space for photos and apps (256 GB vs 128 GB)
  • Bigger battery for a longer day (5,000 mAh vs 2,815 mAh)
  • Higher warranty: 2 years vs 1 years
  • Larger screen size: 6.7 in vs 6.1 in · slight difference

The deciding difference here: storage and battery capacity.

Compares recorded specs; a missing spec does not mean the feature is absent.

Key differences

  • Storage

    ✓ 256 GB128 GB
  • Screen size

    6.1 in✓ 6.7 in
  • Display type

    XDRAMOLED

Specifications side by side

16 of 16 specs

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Spec
AppleSAR 1,389
Apple iPhone 256GB specs
SamsungSAR 1,399
Samsung Galaxy A57 5G 128GB specs
Reference priceSAR 1,389SAR 1,399
Storage✓ 256 GB128 GB
Memory (RAM)—8 GB
Processor—Exynos 1280
Battery capacity2,815 mAh✓ 5,000 mAh
Main camera—50 MP
5G—Yes
Years of OS updates—6 years

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Direct comparison questions

What is the difference in storage between the Apple iPhone 256GB and the Samsung Galaxy A57 5G 128GB?

Storage is higher on the Apple iPhone 256GB: 256 GB vs 128 GB on the Samsung Galaxy A57 5G 128GB. If this spec is your priority, the difference favours it.

What is the difference in battery capacity between the Apple iPhone 256GB and the Samsung Galaxy A57 5G 128GB?

Battery capacity is higher on the Samsung Galaxy A57 5G 128GB: 5,000 mAh vs 2,815 mAh on the Apple iPhone 256GB. If this spec is your priority, the difference favours it.

What is the difference in screen size between the Apple iPhone 256GB and the Samsung Galaxy A57 5G 128GB?

Screen size is higher on the Samsung Galaxy A57 5G 128GB: 6.7 in vs 6.1 in on the Apple iPhone 256GB. If this spec is your priority, the difference favours it.

What is the difference in display type between the Apple iPhone 256GB and the Samsung Galaxy A57 5G 128GB?

Apple iPhone 256GB: XDR; Samsung Galaxy A57 5G 128GB: AMOLED. This is a spec difference, not a verdict that one is better overall.