Samsung Galaxy A57 leads
by 2 points on overall. The category breakdown below shows where the gap comes from.
Apple iPhone 13 mini and Samsung Galaxy A57 are closely matched overall. Apple iPhone 13 mini leads in performance and software. Samsung Galaxy A57 leads in camera and display.
Scoring profile: balanced
Apple iPhone 13 mini
Best for users who prioritize performance and software.
Samsung Galaxy A57
Best for users who prioritize camera and display.
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Spec table
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Layout
Full side-by-side mode
Display Size
Key differenceRefresh Rate
Key differencePeak Brightness
Key differencePixel Density
Key differenceDisplay Protection
Key differenceResolution
Panel Type
HDR Support
| Specification | Apple iPhone 13 mini | Samsung Galaxy A57 |
|---|---|---|
Display Size Samsung Galaxy A57 leads | 5.4" | 6.7"Better |
Resolution Close match | 1080 x 2340 | 1080 x 2340 |
Refresh Rate Samsung Galaxy A57 leads | 60Hz | 120HzBetter |
Peak Brightness Samsung Galaxy A57 leads | 1200 nits | 1900 nitsBetter |
Pixel Density Apple iPhone 13 mini leads | 477 ppiBetter | 385 ppi |
Panel Type Close match | OLED | OLED |
HDR Support Close match | Yes | Yes |
Display Protection Samsung Galaxy A57 leads | Ceramic Shield glass | Corning Gorilla Glass Victus+Better |
RAM
Key differenceGeekbench (Single)
Key differenceGeekbench (Multi)
Key differenceStorage Type
Key differenceChipset
Key differenceRAM Type
CPU Clock
CPU Cores
CPU Cluster Speeds
AnTuTu Score
Storage
GPU
| Specification | Apple iPhone 13 mini | Samsung Galaxy A57 |
|---|---|---|
RAM Samsung Galaxy A57 leads | 4GB | 12GBBetter |
RAM Type Different | LPDDR4X | LPDDR5X |
CPU Clock Different | 3.23GHz | 2.9GHz |
CPU Cores Different | 6 | 8 |
CPU Cluster Speeds Different | 2x3.23GHz + 4x1.82GHz | 1x2.9GHz + 4x2.6GHz + 3x1.95GHz |
AnTuTu Score Different | 772512 | 1363464 |
Geekbench (Single) Apple iPhone 13 mini leads | 2250Better | 1500 |
Geekbench (Multi) Apple iPhone 13 mini leads | 5450Better | 4411 |
Storage Close match | 512GB | 512GB |
Storage Type Apple iPhone 13 mini leads | NVMeBetter | UFS 3.1 |
Chipset Apple iPhone 13 mini leads | Apple A15 Bionic (5 nm)Better | Exynos 1680 (4 nm) |
GPU Different | Apple GPU (4-core graphics) | Xclipse 550 |
Rear Camera
Key differenceRear Camera (All Lenses)
Key differenceRear Sensor Size
Key differenceRear Aperture
Key differenceMax Video Resolution
Key differenceFront Video Resolution
Key differenceOptical Zoom
Digital Zoom
Optical Image Stabilization
Front Camera
Front Sensor
Front Aperture
Camera Features
| Specification | Apple iPhone 13 mini | Samsung Galaxy A57 |
|---|---|---|
Rear Camera Samsung Galaxy A57 leads | 12MP | 50MPBetter |
Rear Camera (All Lenses) Samsung Galaxy A57 leads | 12MP + 12MP | 50MP + 12MP + 5MPBetter |
Rear Sensor Size Samsung Galaxy A57 leads | 1/1.9 | 1/1.56Better |
Rear Aperture Apple iPhone 13 mini leads | f/1.6Better | f/1.8 |
Optical Zoom Close match | None (no telephoto) | None (no telephoto) |
Digital Zoom Different | 5x | 10x |
Optical Image Stabilization Close match | Yes | Yes |
Max Video Resolution Apple iPhone 13 mini leads | 4K@24/25/30/60fps, 1080p@25/30/60/120/240fps, HDR, Dolby Vision HDR (up to 60fps), stereo sound rec.Better | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps, gyro-EIS |
Front Camera Close match | 12MP | 12MP |
Front Sensor Different | 12MP TrueDepth camera | 12MP 1/3.2" front camera |
Front Aperture Close match | f/2.2 | f/2.2 |
Front Video Resolution Apple iPhone 13 mini leads | 4K@24/25/30/60fps, 1080p@25/30/60/120fps, gyro-EISBetter | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps, 10-bit HDR |
Camera Features Different | Dual-LED dual-tone flash, HDR (photo/panorama) | Best Face, LED flash, panorama, HDR |
Generating honest comparison...
iPhone 13 mini and Galaxy A57 are closely matched. Chipset: Apple A15 Bionic (5 nm) vs Exynos 1680 (4 nm) Battery Life (Estimated): 9.1 hours vs 5.8 hours The choice depends on your priorities.
Best for users who prioritize performance and software. iPhone 13 mini excels in processing power and multitasking.
Best for photographers and content creators. Galaxy A57 offers superior camera capabilities with strong display.
Non-PTA
PTA
| Price | Apple iPhone 13 mini | Samsung Galaxy A57 |
|---|---|---|
| Non-PTA | ≈ Rs 60,197 | ≈ Rs 72,797 |
| PTA | -- | Rs 151,799 |
≈ Converted from a fetched price. Store offers, when available, are listed separately.
Choosing between Apple iPhone 13 mini and Samsung Galaxy A57 can be tough. This comparison breaks down performance, camera, battery, and listed pricing so you can decide faster.
We focus on practical differences that impact daily use, not just spec sheet noise.
Both phones excel in different areas. Choose based on your priority.
Both phones have strengths. Apple iPhone 13 mini leads in Performance, Software. Samsung Galaxy A57 leads in Camera, Display, Battery, Build.
The top differences are: Display Size (Samsung Galaxy A57 advantage), Refresh Rate (Samsung Galaxy A57 advantage), Peak Brightness (Samsung Galaxy A57 advantage), Pixel Density (Apple iPhone 13 mini advantage), Display Protection (Samsung Galaxy A57 advantage).
Samsung Galaxy A57 delivers better camera performance overall.
Samsung Galaxy A57 tends to last longer on a charge.
Apple iPhone 13 mini: non-PTA approximately Rs 60,197; PTA not entered. Samsung Galaxy A57: non-PTA approximately Rs 72,797; PTA Rs 151,799. These are phone reference prices, not optional store offers.
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