Samsung Galaxy A23 5G vs Samsung Galaxy M05
Side-by-side specs and price comparison for buyers in Algeria.
Samsung Galaxy A23 5G
4category wins
Samsung Galaxy M05
1category wins
Quick Verdict
Who wins each category, side by side.
Better price
Samsung Galaxy A23 5G
Faster chip
Samsung Galaxy A23 5G
Bigger battery
Even
Faster charging
Even
Higher-resolution camera
Even
Better display
Samsung Galaxy A23 5G
Lighter body
Samsung Galaxy M05
Best value for money
Samsung Galaxy A23 5G
Full specs comparison
Display
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy A23 5G | Samsung Galaxy M05 |
|---|---|---|
| Size (inches) | 6.6 | 6.7 |
| Panel Type | PLS LCD | PLS LCD |
| Resolution Height | 2408 | 1600 |
| Resolution Width | 1080 | 720 |
| Refresh Rate | 120 | — |
| PPI | 400 | 262 |
| Glass Type | Corning Gorilla Glass 5 | — |
| Screen-to-body | 82.5 | 82.1 |
Platform
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy A23 5G | Samsung Galaxy M05 |
|---|---|---|
| CPU | Octa-core (2x2.2 GHz Kryo 660 Gold & 6x1.7 GHz Kryo 660 Silver) | Octa-core (2x2.0 GHz Cortex-A75 & 6x1.8 GHz Cortex-A55) |
| GPU | Adreno 619 | Mali-G52 MC2 |
| Chipset Name | Snapdragon 695 5G | Helio G85 |
| Process (nm) | 6 | 12 |
| OS Name | Android | Android |
| UI Skin | One UI 6 | One UI |
| OS Version | 12 | 14 |
Benchmarks
Geekbench (Single-Core)
Samsung Galaxy A23 5G +116%Geekbench (Multi-Core)
Samsung Galaxy A23 5G +44%AnTuTu
Samsung Galaxy A23 5G +70%| Spec | Samsung Galaxy A23 5G | Samsung Galaxy M05 |
|---|---|---|
| Geekbench (Single-Core) | 905 | 419 |
| Geekbench (Multi-Core) | 2,101 | 1,461 |
| AnTuTu | 592,015 | 348,562 |
Memory
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy A23 5G | Samsung Galaxy M05 |
|---|---|---|
| Card Slot | microSDXC (dedicated slot) | microSDXC (dedicated slot) |
| Variants | 64GB 4GB RAM, 64GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM | 64GB 4GB RAM |
Main Camera
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy A23 5G | Samsung Galaxy M05 |
|---|---|---|
| Video | 1080p@30fps | 1080p@30/60fps |
| Features | LED flash, panorama, HDR | LED flash |
| Count | 4 | 2 |
| Depth | 2 MP, f/2.4, (depth) | 2 MP, f/2.4, (depth) |
| Macro | 2 MP, f/2.4, (macro) | — |
| ultrawide | 5 MP, f/2.2, 13mm, (ultrawide) | — |
| Wide | 50 MP, f/1.8, 26mm, (wide) | 50 MP, f/1.8, (wide) |
Selfie Camera
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy A23 5G | Samsung Galaxy M05 |
|---|---|---|
| Video | 1080p@30fps | Yes |
| Count | 2 | 1 |
| Lens | 8 MP, f/2.2, 25mm, (wide) | 8 MP, f/2 |
Battery
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy A23 5G | Samsung Galaxy M05 |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity (mAh) | 5000 | 5000 |
| Chemistry | Li-Po | — |
| Wired Charging (W) | 25 | 25 |
Body
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy A23 5G | Samsung Galaxy M05 |
|---|---|---|
| Build | Glass front (Gorilla Glass 5), plastic frame, plastic back | Glass front, plastic back, plastic frame |
| SIM | Nano-SIM / Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
| Height (mm) | 165.4 | 168.8 |
| Thickness (mm) | 8.4 | 8.8 |
| Weight (g) | 197 | 195 |
| Width (mm) | 76.9 | 78.2 |
Launch
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy A23 5G | Samsung Galaxy M05 |
|---|---|---|
| Announced | 2022, August 05 | 2024, September 10 |
| Status | Available. Released 2022, September 02 | Available. Released 2024, September 10 |
Network
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy A23 5G | Samsung Galaxy M05 |
|---|---|---|
| 2G Bands | GSM 850, 900, 1800, 1900 | GSM 850, 900, 1800, 1900 |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 850, 900, 1700(AWS), 1900, 2100 | HSDPA 850, 900, 2100 |
| 4G Bands | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 20, 26, 28, 32, 38, 40, 41, 66 - International | 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41 |
| 5G Bands | 1, 3, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 77, 78 SA/NSA/Sub6 - International | — |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE, 5G | HSPA, LTE |
| Technology | GSM, HSPA, LTE, 5G | GSM, HSPA, LTE |
Connectivity
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy A23 5G | Samsung Galaxy M05 |
|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | 5.1 | 5.3 |
| NFC | Yes | No |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS | GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS |
| Radio | No | Unspecified |
| USB Type | Type-C | Type-C |
| USB Version | 2.0 | 2.0 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 | Wi-Fi 5 |
Sound
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy A23 5G | Samsung Galaxy M05 |
|---|---|---|
| 3.5mm Jack | Yes | Yes |
| Loudspeaker | Yes | Yes |
Features
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy A23 5G | Samsung Galaxy M05 |
|---|---|---|
| Sensors | Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, compass, barometer (USA only) | Accelerometer, proximity |
Buying advice for Algeria
Both Samsung Galaxy A23 5G and Samsung Galaxy M05 are sold in Algeria, but they fit different priorities.
Samsung Galaxy A23 5G is 13% cheaper at 21,000 DZD versus 24,000 DZD for the Samsung Galaxy M05, leaving room for accessories or a longer screen-protection plan.
Samsung Galaxy A23 5G posts a stronger benchmark score, useful for heavier games and multitasking on Algerian carriers' busier 4G networks.
At this price you should expect 4G across Algerian networks (Mobilis, Djezzy, Ooredoo) and basic 60-90Hz screens.
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