Is the Galaxy A14 5G worth buying?

It is a reasonable basic phone if you want a big screen, 5G and long battery life on a tight budget. If you game or multitask heavily, a phone with more RAM suits you better.

Does the Galaxy A14 5G have a microSD slot?

Yes. Storage is 64GB and can be expanded up to 1TB with a microSD card.

How long does the battery last?

The 5,000mAh battery typically lasts a full day of mixed use. Charging is slow, so plan on overnight top-ups.

No. It is a 6.6-inch PLS LCD at 1080p with a 90Hz refresh rate. It is smooth but less vivid than OLED panels.

Yes. The Dimensity 700 chip supports 5G networks, though speeds depend on your carrier and coverage.

How does it compare with the Galaxy A15 5G?

The A15 5G has a newer chip and an OLED screen. The A14 5G is the older, more basic option with an LCD.

Where is the Samsung Galaxy A14 5G SM-S146VZKATFN cheapest?

At PackPulse, for $52.82, as of our latest check.

Where can I buy the Samsung Galaxy A14 5G SM-S146VZKATFN?

2 stores we checked sell it, including PackPulse, MetroMotive.

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Our take on the Samsung Galaxy A14 5G SM-S146VZKATFN

The Galaxy A14 5G is Samsung's entry-level 5G phone. It pairs a MediaTek Dimensity 700 chip with 4GB of RAM, a 6.6-inch 1080p LCD running at 90Hz, and a 5,000mAh battery. The 50MP main camera is backed by two 2MP sensors for macro and depth, and storage is 64GB with microSD expansion. It suits budget buyers who want a big screen, 5G and Samsung's long software support; rivals like the Moto G 5G and Redmi Note line offer more RAM or faster charging at the same tier. Reviewers call it a solid basic phone but note the LCD, modest chip and 4GB of RAM limit heavy multitasking.

Best forBudget buyers who want 5GFirst smartphone or backup phoneLong battery life on a big screenSamsung One UI on a low budget

Pros

Large 6.6-inch 1080p screen with 90Hz refresh rate
5,000mAh battery lasts a full day
50MP main camera takes decent daylight shots
microSD slot expands storage up to 1TB
Samsung promises multiple years of software updates

Cons

Only 4GB of RAM, so heavy multitasking stutters
PLS LCD looks dull next to OLED rivals
2MP macro and depth cameras add little
Slow charging compared with rivals
Dimensity 700 is dated for gaming

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What reviewers say

Owners and reviewers see the Galaxy A14 5G as a dependable budget phone with a big screen and strong battery life. Most criticism lands on the LCD panel, the 4GB of RAM and the slow charging.

What people mention

BatteryPraisedOwners say the 5,000mAh cell gets through a full day of mixed use.
DisplayMixedThe 90Hz refresh rate feels smooth, but the LCD looks dull and washes out in sunlight.
PerformanceCriticisedReviewers say 4GB of RAM and the Dimensity 700 stutter under heavy multitasking and gaming.
ChargingCriticisedOwners complain that charging is slow compared with rivals.
CamerasMixedThe 50MP main camera is fine in daylight, but the 2MP macro and depth lenses add little.
SoftwarePraisedBuyers value One UI and Samsung's long update support at this tier.

About the Samsung Galaxy A14 5G SM-S146VZKATFN

The Samsung Galaxy A14 5G is a smartphone with 5G connectivity. It has a 6.6-inch PLS LCD with a resolution of 2408 x 1080 (FHD+) and a 90Hz refresh rate.

It is powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 700 octa-core processor with speeds up to 2.2 GHz. It has 4GB of RAM and 64GB of internal storage, expandable up to 1TB with a microSD card. It runs Android 13.

The rear camera system has three cameras, led by a 50MP wide camera. A 13MP front camera handles selfies. A 5000mAh battery powers the phone and charges at 15W over a wired connection.

Processor: MediaTek Dimensity 700 octa-core, up to 2.2 GHz
RAM: 4GB
Storage: 64GB internal, expandable up to 1TB via microSD
Display: 6.6-inch PLS LCD, 2408 x 1080 (FHD+), 90Hz refresh rate
Rear cameras: 50MP wide (f/1.8), 2MP macro (f/2.4), 2MP depth (f/2.4)
Front camera: 13MP (f/2.0)
Battery: 5000mAh
Charging: 15W wired
OS: Android 13
Network: 5G (Tracfone)
Wi-Fi: 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
Bluetooth: 5.2
NFC: Yes
USB: Type-C
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Questions and answers

Is the Galaxy A14 5G worth buying?: It is a reasonable basic phone if you want a big screen, 5G and long battery life on a tight budget. If you game or multitask heavily, a phone with more RAM suits you better.
Does the Galaxy A14 5G have a microSD slot?: Yes. Storage is 64GB and can be expanded up to 1TB with a microSD card.
How long does the battery last?: The 5,000mAh battery typically lasts a full day of mixed use. Charging is slow, so plan on overnight top-ups.
Is the display OLED?: No. It is a 6.6-inch PLS LCD at 1080p with a 90Hz refresh rate. It is smooth but less vivid than OLED panels.
Does it support 5G?: Yes. The Dimensity 700 chip supports 5G networks, though speeds depend on your carrier and coverage.
How does it compare with the Galaxy A15 5G?: The A15 5G has a newer chip and an OLED screen. The A14 5G is the older, more basic option with an LCD.
Where is the Samsung Galaxy A14 5G SM-S146VZKATFN cheapest?: At PackPulse, for $52.82, as of our latest check.
Where can I buy the Samsung Galaxy A14 5G SM-S146VZKATFN?: 2 stores we checked sell it, including PackPulse, MetroMotive.