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Samsung Galaxy A35 (SM-A356E/DS 256GB) vs Nokia Lumia 530 (RM-1017)

Side by side comparison between Samsung Galaxy A35 vs Nokia Lumia 530 phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

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Compare Nokia Lumia 530 X Samsung Galaxy A35 (SM-A356E/DS 256GB) 41Points
6.6"
AMOLED

1080x2340

50
MP

13mp

8GB
RAM

Octa-core

5000
mAh

(Non removable)

vs
04Points Nokia Lumia 530 (RM-1017) Compare Samsung Galaxy A35 X
4"
TFT

480x854

5
MP
512MB
RAM

Quad-core

1430
mAh

(Removable)

What's the better phone? Samsung Galaxy A35 (SM-A356E/DS 256GB)

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Galaxy A35 (SM-A356E/DS 256GB)} 41 Advantages Samsung Galaxy A35 (SM-A356E/DS 256GB) vs Lumia 530 (RM-1017)} 4 Advantages Nokia Lumia 530 (RM-1017)
+2.4GHz 64bit Octa-core (5nm)172%
More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster
vs1.2GHz 32bit Quad-core (28nm)
+8GB LPDDR4X15 times
More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.
vs512MB LPDDR2
+256GB (234GB available)93 times
More internal storage for applications and files
vs4GB (2.5GB available)
+UFS 2.2Advantage
Fastest write and read storage.
vseMMC 4.5
+Until 1TB microSD, microSDXC7 times
More external storage for files using memory cards
vsUntil 128GB microSD, microSDXC
+8.2 millimeters (0.32 inches)43%
Thinner
vs11.7 millimeters (0.46 inches)
+Super AMOLEDAdvantage
Super AMOLED display is brighter and more vivid
vsTFT LCD
+HDR10+Advantage
The HDR10+ display provides vibrant colors and more details
vsNot supported
+120Hz100%
The display reproduces more frames per second because the frequency (Hertz) is higher, improves fluidity and tires your eyes less.
vs60Hz
+1080x2340 pixels5 times
Higher resolution screen
vs480x854 pixels
+390 PPI59%
Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)
vs245 PPI
+6.6"65%
Larger screen
vs4"
+(triple camera) 50MP + 8MP + 5MP11 times
Higher resolution main camera
vs(back) 5MP
+LED flashAdvantage
The LED flash helps in dark places or in low light
vsNot supported
+PDAF: phase detection autofocusAdvantage
Best autofocus type for taking pictures
vsNot supported
+OIS: Optical stabilizationAdvantage
Image stabilization prevents blurry photos and helps in recording motion video
vsNot supported
+BSI sensorAdvantage
The BSI sensor allows the entry of more light generating photos with more detail and brightness
vsNot supported
+HDR photo on both camerasAdvantage
The HDR technology produced photos with more detail in dark areas
vsNot supported
+1/1.96" inches104%
The larger sensor camera lets you take photos with better depth.
vs1/4" inches
+f/1.8 (aperture)33%
Diaphragm opening (Aperture) of the camera which has the smallest F number takes photos with better light exposure.
vsf/2.4 (aperture)
+(front) 13MPAdvantage
A front-camera is best for taking selfies
vsNot supported
+4K UHD (3840x2160)19 times
More image quality for recording videos with the primary camera
vsFWVGA (854x480)
+3500000 apps (Google Play Store)4 times
More apps available to download and use
vs700000 apps (Marketplace)
+5G Sub6Advantage
The 5G Sub6 network is newer and faster
vs3G+ HSPA+
+(5G Sub6) 3000 Mbps142 times
Faster for surfing the internet and download files
vs(3G+ HSPA+) 21 Mbps
+Ambient light sensorAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsNot supported
+CompassAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsNot supported
+Face unlockAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsNot supported
+Fingerprint sensor (under display)Advantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsNot supported
+GyroscopeAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsNot supported
+Virtual proximity sensorAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsNot supported
+5000 mAh2 times
Battery - higher amperage (mAh) allows more device usage time, but it also depends on the hardware and use
vs1430 mAh
+Video callingAdvantage
The video calling allows to make calls with voice and video
vsNot supported
+2 slots (Dual-SIM)
(hybrid slot/shares the same microSD slot)Advantage
You can have more mobile carriers/operators on the same device.
vs1 slot (Single-SIM)
(dedicated slot)
+Stereo soundAdvantage
Better sound quality for listening to music or clearer hands-free calls
vsMono sound (not stereo)
+802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax [wifi6]Advantage
WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax [wifi6] is newer and faster
vs802.11 b/g/n [wifi4]
+5.3 + A2DP/LEAdvantage
Bluetooth 5.3 + A2DP/LE is newer and faster
vs4.0 + A2DP
+NFCAdvantage
NFC allows you to make payments by approach quickly and securely
vsNot supported
+Type-CAdvantage
Reversible connector, you can stick in a USB-C cable any which way; either side is up.
vsMicroUSB 2.0
+Gorilla Glass VictusAdvantage
Protection against scratches on the screen lets you carry your phone with your keys
vsNot supported
+IP67 certifiedAdvantage
Protection against water allows you talk to your friends in the rain, for example
vsNot supported
209 grams (7.32 ounces)vs+129 grams (4.52 ounces)62%
Lighter
Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable)vs+Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)Advantage
Removable battery can be replaced easily
Type-C reversible connectorvs+3.5mm jackAdvantage
Headsets with 3.5mm Jack size are more common and easy to find in stores
Not supportedvs+FMAdvantage
The radio lets you listen to your songs and sports in general

12 Common items in both devices
Plastic body, glass front/back / Plastic body, glass front
16 million
Only digital zoom
Capacitive
Multitouch
Accelerometer
Hands-free calling
+5 specs and more in the table below

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๐Ÿ“ฑ Model features

Galaxy A35 (SM-A356E/DS 256GB)Nokia Lumia 530 (RM-1017)
ModelGalaxy A35 (SM-A356E/DS 256GB)Lumia 530 (RM-1017)
Other model namesGalaxy A35 5G SM-A356E/Dual-SIMNokia Lumia 530 Single-SIM RM-1017, Nokia Rock
Country or region available(Latin America)Brazil
(Latin America), Brazil
(Europe)CanadaUSAMexico
(Europe), Canada, USA, Mexico
BrandSamsungNokia
Release date3/15/2024, Announced: 3/11/20248/1/2014, Announced: 7/1/2014
Depth8.2 millimeters (0.32 inches)11.7 millimeters (0.46 inches)
Size (width x height)78 x 161.7 millimeters (3.07 x 6.37 in)62.3 x 119.7 millimeters (2.45 x 4.71 in)
Weight209 grams (7.32 ounces)129 grams (4.52 ounces)
Build, materialsPlastic body, glass front/backPlastic body, glass front
Protection against water and othersIP67 certified: dust proof and waterproof over 1 meter and 30minNot supported

๐Ÿ“ฒ Display

Galaxy A35 (SM-A356E/DS 256GB)Nokia Lumia 530 (RM-1017)
Display typeSuper AMOLEDTFT LCD
Screen size6.6" inches4" inches
Screen-to-body ratio~84.8% (screen-to-body ratio)~59.1% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution1080x2340 pixels (19.5:9)480x854 pixels (16:9)
TouchscreenCapacitive MultitouchCapacitive Multitouch
Pixel density (dot pitch)390 PPI245 PPI
Colors16 million16 million
Scratch-resistant glassGorilla Glass VictusNot supported
Refresh rate120Hz60Hz
Display featuresHDR10+
Always-On Display
Not supported

๐Ÿค– Operating System

Galaxy A35 (SM-A356E/DS 256GB)Nokia Lumia 530 (RM-1017)
System versionAndroid 14Windows Phone 8.1
Firmware updateAndroid 15feature not registered
User InterfaceOne UI 6.1 / 7.0Denim UI

โš™๏ธ Processor

Galaxy A35 (SM-A356E/DS 256GB)Nokia Lumia 530 (RM-1017)
Chipset64bit: Samsung Exynos 1380 (5nm)32bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 200 (MSM8212) (28nm)
CPUOcta-core, 2 processors:
4x 2.4GHz ARM Cortex-A78 (Quad-core)
4x 2GHz ARM Cortex-A55 (Quad-core)
Quad-core, 1 processor:
4x 1.2GHz ARM Cortex-A7 (Quad-core)
GPU graphical controllerARM Mali-G68 MP5 (950MHz)Qualcomm Adreno 302 (400MHz)
Performance (benchmark)AnTuTu: 521998 (v9), 602995 (v10)
Geekbench: 2740 (v5), 2931 (v6)
feature not registered

๐Ÿ’ฝ Memory and storage

Galaxy A35 (SM-A356E/DS 256GB)Nokia Lumia 530 (RM-1017)
RAM memory8GB LPDDR4X512MB LPDDR2
Internal storage256GB (234GB available)
UFS 2.2
4GB (2.5GB available)
eMMC 4.5
External storageUntil 1TB microSD, microSDXC
(hybrid slot/shares the same SIM-2 slot)
Until 128GB microSD, microSDXC
(dedicated slot)

๐Ÿ“ถ Mobile networks

Galaxy A35 (SM-A356E/DS 256GB)Nokia Lumia 530 (RM-1017)
Dual-SIMDual-SIM Standby - Call active on one sim card
(hybrid slot/shares the same microSD slot)
Not supported
SIM card2 slots (Dual-SIM)
nano-SIM (4FF)
1 slot (Single-SIM)
micro-SIM (3FF)
Maximum Download / Upload3000/1024 Mbps21/5.76 Mbps
Network technology2G, 3G, 4G, 5G2G, 3G
Frequency, bands Expand band details Collapse details
GSM MHz bandQuad-Band 850/900/1800/1900Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 2G networkGSM 850/900/1800/1900GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 3G networkUMTS 850/900/1700/1900/2100UMTS 900/2100
America version:
UMTS 850/900/1900/2100
Primary 4G networkLTE Cat18 (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 20, 25, 26, 28, 66)
TD-LTE (38, 40, 41)
VoLTE
Not supported
Primary 5G networkSA/NSA/Sub6 (1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 26, 28, 40, 41, 66, 77, 78)Not supported
Primary data networkGPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A, SA/NSA, Sub6GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+
Secondary 2G networkGSM 850/900/1800/1900Not supported
Secondary 3G networkUMTS 850/900/1700/1900/2100Not supported
Secondary 4G networkLTE Cat18 (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 20, 25, 26, 28, 66)
TD-LTE (38, 40, 41)
VoLTE
Not supported
Secondary data networkGPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A, SA/NSA, Sub6Not supported

๐Ÿ“ท Camera

Galaxy A35 (SM-A356E/DS 256GB)Nokia Lumia 530 (RM-1017)
Back camera (main camera)(triple camera)
50 megapixels
8MP ultrawide f/2.2123ยฐ1/4"1.12ยตm
5MP macro f/2.4
5 megapixels
Main camera resolution8160x6120 pixels2592x1944 pixels
Video recording (primary)4K UHD (3840x2160) 30 fpsFWVGA (854x480) 30 fps
FlashLED flashNot supported
Focal aperturef/1.8 (aperture)f/2.4 (aperture)
Focal lengthfeature not registeredfeature not registered
Sensor size1/1.96" inches1/4" inches
Pixel sizefeature not registeredfeature not registered
AutofocusPDAF: phase detection autofocusNot supported
Touch focusSupportedNot supported
Image stabilizationOIS: Optical stabilizationNot supported
ZoomOnly digital zoomOnly digital zoom
Face/smile detectionFace detection, Smile detectionFace detection
BSI sensorSupportedNot supported
HDRHDR photo on both camerasNot supported
Camera extras4K@30fps
1080p@30/60fps
720p@240fps (slow motion)
feature not registered

๐Ÿ“ธ Front camera

Galaxy A35 (SM-A356E/DS 256GB)Nokia Lumia 530 (RM-1017)
Front camera (secondary)13 megapixelsNot supported
Front camera resolution4128x3096 pixelsNot supported
Video recording (secondary)4K UHD (3840x2160)Not supported
Front flashNot supportedNot supported
Focal aperturef/2.2 (aperture)feature not registered
Focal lengthfeature not registeredfeature not registered
Sensor size1/3.06" inchesfeature not registered
Pixel size1.12ยตm pixelfeature not registered

๐Ÿ”‰ Sound and multimedia

Galaxy A35 (SM-A356E/DS 256GB)Nokia Lumia 530 (RM-1017)
LoudspeakerStereo soundMono sound (not stereo)
Active noise cancellation2 microphones or more2 microphones
RadioNot supportedFM
TVNot supportedNot supported
Video formatsMP4, H.265, H.264, H.263, XviD, MKVMP4, H.264, H.263, WMV
Audio formatsMP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLACMP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+

๐Ÿ”Œ Connectivity

Galaxy A35 (SM-A356E/DS 256GB)Nokia Lumia 530 (RM-1017)
USBUSB 2.0 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-GoMicroUSB 2.0
Audio outputType-C reversible connector3.5mm jack
TV outputUSB Type-C (reversible)Not supported
Bluetooth5.3 + A2DP/LE4.0 + A2DP
WiFi802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax [wifi6] (2.4GHz, 5GHz) + MIMO
WiFi Direct, hotspot
802.11 b/g/n [wifi4] (2.4GHz)
WiFi hotspot
DLNANot supportedNot supported
GPSA-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, GALILEO, BeiDou, QZSSA-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS
NFCSupportedNot supported
Infrared portNot supportedNot supported

๐Ÿงญ Sensors

Galaxy A35 (SM-A356E/DS 256GB)Nokia Lumia 530 (RM-1017)
SensorsAccelerometer
Ambient light sensor
Compass
Face unlock
Fingerprint sensor (under display)
Gyroscope
Hall effect
Virtual proximity sensor
Accelerometer
Vibrating alertSupportedSupported

๐Ÿ”‹ Battery

Galaxy A35 (SM-A356E/DS 256GB)Nokia Lumia 530 (RM-1017)
Battery typeLi-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable)Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)
BL-5J
Battery capacity5000 mAh1430 mAh
Charger, watts25W Wired fast chargingWired charging
Inductive / wireless chargingNot supportedNot supported
Talk time autonomyfeature not registered10 hours
Standbyfeature not registered528 hours (22 days)

โž• Other features

Galaxy A35 (SM-A356E/DS 256GB)Nokia Lumia 530 (RM-1017)
Call controlVoice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commandsVoice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commands
MessagingSMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mailSMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mail
Hands-free callingSupportedSupported
Video callingSupportedNot supported
RingtonesPolyphonic and customizedPolyphonic and customized
Web browserHTML, XHTML, HTML5HTML, XHTML, HTML5
AntennaInternal antennaInternal antenna
Qwerty physical keyboardNot supportedNot supported
Miscellaneousโ€ข Colors: Navy, Iceblue, Lilac, Lemonโ€ข Colors: Orange, Green, White, Dark grey
โ€ข Internet Explorer 11
โ€ข OneDrive 15GB
โ€ข Skype, Viber, WhatsApp

โ˜ข๏ธ Radiation rate

Galaxy A35 (SM-A356E/DS 256GB)Nokia Lumia 530 (RM-1017)
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)feature not registeredfeature not registered
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)feature not registeredfeature not registered
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