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Galaxy A05 weighs 195g and measures 168.8 x 78.2 x 8.8 mm. It features a 6.7-inch PLS LCD with 720 x 1600 pixels. Samsung Galaxy AO5 runs on Android 13 OS, is powered by an Octa-core Mediatek MT6769V/CZ Helio G85 (12nm) processor, and is anchored by 128GB 6GB RAM.
To capture pictures and record videos, you have a single 8MP selfie camera and dual main camera set up: 50MP + 2MP. Samsung Galaxy AO5 records good quality 1080p@30/60fps videos. Being 4G enabled, with Wi-Fi and Bluetooth (5.3, A2DP, LE), connectivity is decent. Samsung Galaxy AO5 is powered by a Li-Po 5000 mAh, non-removable battery with a fast-charging 25W wired unit.
The Standout Features on Samsung Galaxy A05 include:
Powerful 5,000mAh battery
Decent phone memory: 128GB 6GB RAM
Latest Android 13 OS
Decent main camera, 50MP + 2MP
Build and Design of Samsung Galaxy A05
The phone is available in Black, Silver and Light Green and comes in a sturdy frame with a linearly patterned backside. It is a beautiful, slim, sleek phone with a minimalistic, ergonomic design characteristic of most Samsung’s budget and mid-range smartphones.
Samsung Galaxy A05 measures 168.8 x 78.2 x 8.8 mm and weighs 195 g. It is not featherlight but reasonably light and slim enough to enable good handling when placed in the pocket or pulled out to make calls or text a message.
Samsung Galaxy A05 Display
It features a 6.7-inch PLS LCD, with an 82.1% screen-to-body ratio. Such a larger screen provides a platform to enjoy content and media consumption better than smaller screens. However, 720 x 1600 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~262 ppi density) resolution is lower and provides less quality user experience than 1080p resolution. Default refresh rate and resolution are functional, but limit your preferred or expected immersive experience when playing games and browsing through your gallery.
Camera Set-up
Capture the world from different angles. Cherish the photos you take with the powerful 50MP Main camera, the portraits taken with the 2MP Depth camera, and your favourite selfies with the 8MP Front camera.
Performance and Processing Power
Samsung Galaxy AO5 has a powerful octa-core Mediatek MT6769V/CZ Helio G85 processor that powers the phone, enables multitasking, and carries out key functions. Mali-G52 MC2 GPU installed on the handset enables you to effectively and seamlessly play low to mid-setting games without lags and stutters. Anchoring the handset is 128GB 6GB RAM phone memory, besides additional memory support via MicroSD. With 6GB of memory and 128GB internal storage, Galaxy A05 offers efficient performance for the task at hand.
Connectivity and Communication
Samsung Galaxy AO5 is 4G network-enabled, supporting 2G, 3G and 4G bands. You will enjoy decent uploading and downloading speeds of files with the handset. Equally enjoy decent connectivity through:
Bluetooth:3, A2DP, LE
Internet: Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
USB: USB Type-C 2.0
A 3.5mm jack port is a great consideration for the handset, enabling you to connect to your favourite radio stations and enjoy hands-free music and entertainment on your wired headsets.
Battery and Power Management on Samsung Galaxy AO5
The 5,000mAh (typical) battery gives you more time to do what you love—streaming, sharing, gaming and more. And with up to 25W of Super-Fast Charging, Galaxy A05 gets back to full power quickly.
Pros and Cons of Samsung Galaxy A05
Pros
4G enabled
Affordable
Large screen
Decent camera set-up
Decent processor
Sufficient meory
Supports additional memory via memory card
Has a side-mounted fingerprint sensor
Large battery and supporting fast charging.
Cons
No 5G network speeds
No NFC
No 4K Video recording capabilities
Low 720p display resolution
No Gorilla Glass protection for the screen
Not good for high performance and gaming due to lower power processor
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy A05 is a great, affordable budget smartphone that will keep you going. Although shaved off most of the features and functionalities found in mid-range handsets, it is still a worthwhile consideration to purchase and own. A 5000mAh battery with wired fast charging support, a large display, and a decent camera set up make it a decent phone. Despite low 720p resolution, no 4K video recording support, no 5G network connectivity and lacking custom UI, you will still find value for your money when it comes to:
Making and receiving quality calls
Large display for viewing content
Large battery with 24+ hours of use before the need to recharge
An audio jack plug in your wired headset and listen to your favourite shows and videos
Samsung Galaxy A05 is pretty affordable, retailing at only Kes 15,000.
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64 GB, 128 GB
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Galaxy A05 weighs 195g and measures 168.8 x 78.2 x 8.8 mm. It features a 6.7-inch PLS LCD with 720 x 1600 pixels. Samsung Galaxy AO5 runs on Android 13 OS, is powered by an Octa-core Mediatek MT6769V/CZ Helio G85 (12nm) processor, and is anchored by 128GB 6GB RAM.
To capture pictures and record videos, you have a single 8MP selfie camera and dual main camera set up: 50MP + 2MP. Samsung Galaxy AO5 records good quality 1080p@30/60fps videos. Being 4G enabled, with Wi-Fi and Bluetooth (5.3, A2DP, LE), connectivity is decent. Samsung Galaxy AO5 is powered by a Li-Po 5000 mAh, non-removable battery with a fast-charging 25W wired unit.
The Standout Features on Samsung Galaxy A05 include:
Powerful 5,000mAh battery
Decent phone memory: 128GB 6GB RAM
Latest Android 13 OS
Decent main camera, 50MP + 2MP
Build and Design of Samsung Galaxy A05
The phone is available in Black, Silver and Light Green and comes in a sturdy frame with a linearly patterned backside. It is a beautiful, slim, sleek phone with a minimalistic, ergonomic design characteristic of most Samsung’s budget and mid-range smartphones.
Samsung Galaxy A05 measures 168.8 x 78.2 x 8.8 mm and weighs 195 g. It is not featherlight but reasonably light and slim enough to enable good handling when placed in the pocket or pulled out to make calls or text a message.
Samsung Galaxy A05 Display
It features a 6.7-inch PLS LCD, with an 82.1% screen-to-body ratio. Such a larger screen provides a platform to enjoy content and media consumption better than smaller screens. However, 720 x 1600 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~262 ppi density) resolution is lower and provides less quality user experience than 1080p resolution. Default refresh rate and resolution are functional, but limit your preferred or expected immersive experience when playing games and browsing through your gallery.
Camera Set-up
Capture the world from different angles. Cherish the photos you take with the powerful 50MP Main camera, the portraits taken with the 2MP Depth camera, and your favourite selfies with the 8MP Front camera.
Performance and Processing Power
Samsung Galaxy AO5 has a powerful octa-core Mediatek MT6769V/CZ Helio G85 processor that powers the phone, enables multitasking, and carries out key functions. Mali-G52 MC2 GPU installed on the handset enables you to effectively and seamlessly play low to mid-setting games without lags and stutters. Anchoring the handset is 128GB 6GB RAM phone memory, besides additional memory support via MicroSD. With 6GB of memory and 128GB internal storage, Galaxy A05 offers efficient performance for the task at hand.
Connectivity and Communication
Samsung Galaxy AO5 is 4G network-enabled, supporting 2G, 3G and 4G bands. You will enjoy decent uploading and downloading speeds of files with the handset. Equally enjoy decent connectivity through:
Bluetooth:3, A2DP, LE
Internet: Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
USB: USB Type-C 2.0
A 3.5mm jack port is a great consideration for the handset, enabling you to connect to your favourite radio stations and enjoy hands-free music and entertainment on your wired headsets.
Battery and Power Management on Samsung Galaxy AO5
The 5,000mAh (typical) battery gives you more time to do what you love—streaming, sharing, gaming and more. And with up to 25W of Super-Fast Charging, Galaxy A05 gets back to full power quickly.
Pros and Cons of Samsung Galaxy A05
Pros
4G enabled
Affordable
Large screen
Decent camera set-up
Decent processor
Sufficient meory
Supports additional memory via memory card
Has a side-mounted fingerprint sensor
Large battery and supporting fast charging.
Cons
No 5G network speeds
No NFC
No 4K Video recording capabilities
Low 720p display resolution
No Gorilla Glass protection for the screen
Not good for high performance and gaming due to lower power processor
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy A05 is a great, affordable budget smartphone that will keep you going. Although shaved off most of the features and functionalities found in mid-range handsets, it is still a worthwhile consideration to purchase and own. A 5000mAh battery with wired fast charging support, a large display, and a decent camera set up make it a decent phone. Despite low 720p resolution, no 4K video recording support, no 5G network connectivity and lacking custom UI, you will still find value for your money when it comes to:
Making and receiving quality calls
Large display for viewing content
Large battery with 24+ hours of use before the need to recharge
An audio jack plug in your wired headset and listen to your favourite shows and videos
Samsung Galaxy A05 is pretty affordable, retailing at only Kes 15,000.
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Vivo Y15S
Oppo A18
Modio M22
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Samsung Galaxy A35 5G
It replaces the Galaxy A34 5G, its predecessor. The handset weighs 209g, measures 161.7 x 78 x 8.2 mm (6.37 x 3.07 x 0.32 in), and features a 6.6-inch Super AMOLED, 120Hz, 1000 nits (HBM) display. The display has 1080 x 2340 pixels, a 19.5:9 ratio (~390 ppi density) and the screen comes with a Corning Gorilla Glass Victus+ protector. Galaxy A35 runs on Android 14, One UI 6.1 OS, and is powered by an Octa-core Exynos 1380 (5 nm) chipset. Anchored the device for optimal performance are 128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM, and 256GB 8GB RAM besides microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot) for additional memory.
For optics, the Galaxy A35 has a 50MP + 8MP + 5MP main triple camera set up, and 13 MP, f/2.2, (wide), 1/3.06″, 1.12µm single, front camera for selfie and video chatting. It is a 5G-enabled device with Bluetooth 5.3, Wi-Fi 802.11, NFC wireless connectivity, and supporting USB Type-C 2.0, OTG wired connectivity. The handset is powered by a 5,000mAh non-removable battery, supporting 25W fast charging but no wireless or reverse charging.
Samsung Galaxy A35 Unique Selling Features
Elegant Design and Durability: With an IP67 rating for dust and water resistance, the Galaxy A35 is designed to withstand the elements.
Enhanced Nightography: Equipped with advanced AI Image Signal Processing, Galaxy A35 5G captures clearer and more vibrant photos even in poor lighting conditions.
Super AMOLED Display: a 6.6-inch Full HD+ Super AMOLED display, featuring a 120Hz refresh rate and up to 1,000 nits brightness offers an immersive and vivid viewing experience.
Robust Performance: Powered by a 5nm octa-core Exynos 1380 SoC, it offers smooth and efficient performance3.
A Versatile Camera System: the triple camera setup with unique features like optical image stabilization (OIS) and video digital image stabilization (VDIS) ensures crisp photos and videos.
Guaranteed Security: Samsung Knox Vault provides flagship-level security, protecting your data more effectively.
Long-Lasting Battery: A 5,000mAh battery with 25W fast charging keeps you powered throughout the day.
These features are engineered to provide a premium experience at a budget-friendly price point, making the Samsung Galaxy A35 a compelling choice if you are looking for quality, sophistication, great performance, and innovation.
Detailed Product Description
Design and Body Build
Galaxy A35 5G boasts of a modern design with a focus on sleekness and functionality. Dimension-wise, it measures 161.7 x 78 x 8.2 mm (6.37 x 3.07 x 0.32 in) and weighs 209g. Certainly, it is a bulky and heavy phone, but reasonably good enough for portability and easy handling while in use. The weight could be attributed to its robust build, consisting of a glass front (Gorilla Glass Victus+), plastic frame, and glass back. Comparatively, the newly released Galaxy A55 consists of an almost similar body build: Glass front (Gorilla Glass Victus+), glass back (Gorilla Glass), and aluminum frame; with the difference coming in on the body frame.
The front of the smartphone features a 6.6-inch Super AMOLED screen, offering vibrant colors and deep blacks, with a resolution of 1080 x 2340 pixels and a 120 Hz refresh rate. Galaxy A35 5G has a waterproof IP67 rating, ensuring durability against dust and water. The rear material is glass, providing a premium feel, while the frame material is plastic, which contributes to a lighter weight. Galaxy A35 5G comes in a variety of colors including Iceblue, Lilac, and Navy
Overall, the Galaxy A35 5G design aligns with Samsung’s 2023 smartphone lineup aesthetics, featuring rounded corners and a focus on a seamless user experience. The smartphone is designed to offer a balance between style, performance, and durability.
Display
Samsung Galaxy A35 features a 6.6-inch Super AMOLED display with a resolution of 1080 x 2340 pixels and a 120Hz refresh rate. Notably, its impressive display performance, particularly for its color rendering in various lighting environments and good readability outdoors is praiseworthy. The immersive Super AMOLED display also boasts a peak brightness of 1000 nits in sunlight conditions, which is quite high compared to its rival models. Besides, the screen comes protected with the much-adored break and scratch-proof Corning Gorilla Glass Victus+, ensuring an optimized viewing experience and durability. Certainly, Galaxy A35 is a champion display-wise for its category and price category.
Camera Set up
Samsung Galaxy A35 features a versatile triple-camera setup, designed to cater to various photography needs. It features:
50 MP, f/1.8, (wide), 1/1.96″, PDAF, OIS Primary Camera: Equipped with Optical Image Stabilization (OIS), the primary camera ensures sharp and clear images even in shaky conditions.
8 MP, f/2.2, 123˚, (ultrawide), 1/4.0″, 1.12µm Camera: this ultra-wide lens captures wider scenes, perfect for landscapes or group photos.
5 MP, f/2.4 Macro Camera: the macro camera allows you to capture fine details with precision, fine-tuning close-up shots.
13 MP, f/2.2, (wide), 1/3.06″, 1.12µm front camera: great for awesome selfies and video chatting, besides 4K video recording.
Additionally, Galaxy A35 5G records 4K videos @30fps, using both the front and rear (50MP) cameras, providing high-quality video capabilities. The 13MP front camera ensures your selfies are crisp and full of detail, with wide-angle capture capabilities. This setup is a significant improvement from its predecessors (A15, A25), offering you a commendable photography and videography experience.
Samsung Galaxy A35 Performance
Processor
It is powered by the Exynos 1380 chipset, which is an octa-core processor with a configuration of 4×2.4 GHz Cortex-A78 & 4×2.0 GHz Cortex-A55 cores. This chipset is designed to provide a balance of performance and efficiency for the 5G-enabled Galaxy A35 smartphone, supporting advanced features like high-resolution cameras that record 4K videos, medium-set video games, and intensive processing associated with fast 5G connectivity.
Operating System
It runs on Android 14, complemented by Samsung’s One UI 6.1. Android 14 comes along with a host of new features aimed at enhancing personalization, privacy, security, and accessibility.
Android 14 OS
Here are some of the key highlights include:
Personalization: Improved photo quality, new themes, and AI-generated wallpapers to customize your device to your style.
Privacy and Security: Updates include restricting photo and video access, and data protection with 3rd party apps.
Accessibility: Non-linear font scaling, using the Android camera as a webcam, and a transparent navigation bar.
Camera and Media: Features like ultra HDR for images and passkeys for 3rd
User Experience: Custom actions and improved ranking in the share sheet, separate ring, and notification volume settings.
These features are designed to make the Android experience more customizable, accessible, and protective when using your Android 14-based Galaxy 14.
Samsung’s One UI 6.1
It is an update that brings a variety of new features and improvements to enhance your experience on Samsung devices, like in this case the Galaxy A35 5G. Some of the key features introduced with One UI 6.1 include:
AI Integration: One UI 6.1 includes several AI features, such as Circle to Search, which allows users to circle anything on the screen to search for it via Google Search.
Live Translation in Calls: This feature provides real-time translation during calls, displaying what is being said as text on-screen.
Enhanced Quick Panel: The quick panel has been redesigned for easier access to frequently used features, with dedicated buttons for Wi-Fi and Bluetooth.
Improved Notification Layout: Notifications now appear as separate cards for better visibility, and full-color icons are used for a more vivid display.
Lock Screen Customization: Users have more freedom to move the clock to their preferred position on the lock screen.
Simplified Home Screen: App icon labels are limited to a single line for a cleaner look, and some app names have been shortened.
Multitasking Enhancements: Pop-up windows remain open when accessing the Recents screen, allowing you to continue your tasks without interruption.
Samsung DeX Updates: The new Samsung DeX allows for switching between DeX mode and tablet mode while maintaining the same home screen layout.
These features aim to personalize everyday experiences, increase productivity, and ensure data security and privacy. From a user point of view, these features on the operating system make the Samsung Galaxy A35 more user-friendlier, customizable, optimize production, and limit data breaches to 3rd parties. This enhances the overall perception and stance of Samsung as one of the best smartphone brands.
Storage Space
It offers 3 storage variants:
128GB 6GB RAM;
128GB 8GB RAM;
256GB 8GB RAM, all with expandable storage via microSD card.
Overall, these specs indicate that the Galaxy A35 5G should provide a smooth user experience for everyday tasks and some level of gaming performance. The expandable storage option is also a plus if you need more space for your files and apps. With more dependability on 5G and the need to access many heavy multimedia files, it makes perfect sense to acquire and use a phone that meets the challenges and fits the bill.
Connectivity and Communications Support
The Samsung Galaxy A35 5G offers a comprehensive range of connectivity and communication features:
Network: The device supports 5G connectivity and comes with a Nano SIM card slot. eSIM support is also available, but applicability depends on the region.
Wi-Fi: Wi-Fi 6 (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax) with support for Dual Band, Wi-Fi MiMO, Wi-Fi Direct, Wi-Fi Hotspot, and Wi-Fi Display.
Bluetooth:3 with LE (Low Energy) support.
USB: USB Type-C with USB 2.0 features, including Charging, USB-storage mode, and OTG (On-The-Go).
GPS: Includes support for GPS, GLONASS, Beidou, Galileo, and QZSS.
NFC: supported, with availability depending on the region.
Sound: Stereo speakers with Dolby Atmos support for an immersive audio experience.
5mm Jack port: not supported
FM Radio: Not supported
These features ensure that the Samsung Galaxy A35 5G provides fast and reliable communication, and makes you productive and accessible at all times to family, friends, and the online community through social platforms to share knowledge and moments.
Battery and Power Management
Samsung Galaxy A35 5G packs a 5,000 mAh battery that supports 25W fast charging. This allows the phone to charge up to 57% in just 30 minutes. The device does not support wireless charging or reverse charging, which is a disappointment. Nevertheless, its fast-charging capability ensures that you can quickly power up the device when needed. The full charging time for the battery is approximately 1 hour and 2 minutes.
Power Management and Optimization
The Galaxy A35 5G comes with optimized power management to balance performance and efficiency, ensuring all-day usage without frequent charging. Running on Android 14 with One UI 6.1, the handset offers various software optimizations to enhance battery life. Moreover, the 6.6″ Super AMOLED display with a resolution of 1080 x 2340 pixels is designed to be energy efficient, contributing to better battery management and power longevity hence optimizing your productivity.
Pros and Cons of Samsung Galaxy A35 5G
Pros
Access to the benefit of fast 5G connectivity
Large, vibrant, Super AMOLED display providing an immersive, comprehensive viewing experience
It is powered by the Exynos 1380 chipset, which provides good performance for everyday tasks and mid-level gaming.
The triple-camera setup with a 50MP main sensor captures high-quality images, and the phone supports 4K video recording, with Gyro EIS support for image stabilization;
Massive RAM and ROM, making it a great device for intensive tasks that require lots of RAM and internal storage.
A 5,000mAh battery with 25W fast charging ensures long-lasting battery life, and the ability to charge on the go.
IP67 rating for dust and water resistance and Corning Gorilla Glass Victus+ screen protection add to the durability of the device.
Samsung Knox Vault offers robust security to protect user data.
Cons
The plastic frame material is plastic, which may make the handset feel cheap compared to the Galaxy A55 model, or rival phones with eco-leather or glass back panes and aluminum body frames.
No eSIM Support: Unlike some of its competitors, the Galaxy A35 5G does not support eSIM technology.
The single-core performance might be slower compared to some other models in the same range.
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy stands aloof in its category and price segment, with an outstanding processor, camera capabilities, and display quality. The battery life is also a strong point, with up to 26 hours of video playback. However, you need to be wary of the plastic frame built which deprives the A35’s premium feel, lack of eSIM support, and most significantly the single-core performance which might be slower compared to some other models in the same range. Overall, the Galaxy A35 is a solid choice if you are seeking a mid-range phone with strong features and reliable performance.
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Galaxy Z Fold 5 5G
The device has a 7.6-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 120Hz display that supports a screen resolution of 1812 x 2176 pixels. The cover screen has a 6.2-inch AMOLED 2X, 120Hz, Corning Gorilla Glass Victus+ display with a screen resolution of 904 x 2316 pixels. The Galaxy Z Fold 5 is powered by the latest Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor with Adreno 740GPU. The phone has 12GB RAM with either 256 GB, 512GB, or 1TB of internal storage, and all this is powered by a 4400 mAh battery with 25W fast charging.
The Galaxy Z Fold 5 launches with Android 13L and One UI 5.1.1. Android 13L, is the version of the OS that is specifically intended for larger screens. It also has a triple rear camera setup that consists of a 50MP primary camera, a 10MP telephoto camera, and a 12MP ultrawide, when it comes to selfies there is a 10 MP front-facing camera and 4MP under-display camera. The latest version of the S Pen is now slimmer and offers an even better writing experience, making real-time annotating and ideation effortless. The Galaxy Z Fold 5 comes in Icy Blue, Phantom Black, Cream, Gray, and Blue colors.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 5G specs
Design and Build
Go Big and Relive every moment with the massive, premium, and elegant Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5. Samsung has trimmed down the design, so you can stay close to the things you love without sacrificing an ounce of power. The smartphone measures 154.9 x 67.1 x 13.4 mm when folded and 154.9 x 129.9 x 6.1 mm (unfolded). Fold5 weighs 253g.
With five shades to choose from, Galaxy Z Fold5 makes a statement and shows off your unique style, including exclusive colors: Icy Blue, Phantom Black, Cream, Gray, and Blue. The laws of physics have nothing on this leveled-up design. Galaxy Z Fold5 lives up to its name by folding closed, making a massive screen implausibly pocketable. Open it up, fold it shut or flex it to the perfect angle. The redesigned Flex Hinge is a technical marvel that bends to your will.
The Fold5 is made of:
Glass front (Gorilla Glass Victus 2) (folded)
plastic front (unfolded)
glass back (Gorilla Glass Victus 2),
aluminum frame.
The Armor aluminum frame comes along with tougher drop and scratch resistance. The frame supports Stylus Pen. It is water and dust resistant, with an IPX8 rating (up to 1.5m for 30 min).
Display
Unfold more with an expansive screen and immerse yourself in your favorite entertainment no matter where you are with Galaxy Z Fold5. Unfold a stunning, immersive 7.6″ screen reimagined to bring you gaming like never before, cinematic viewing, and improved productivity. Enjoy a movie-going experience on the bright 7.6″ Main Screen without direct sunlight ruining the view.
Multiple Apps, One Screen: Multi-Window View takes your multitasking to the next level. Keep three windows open on one screen, so you can stream, shop, browse, and play more. The taskbar holds up to twelve apps at once so you can effortlessly swap between your favorites.
Stylus Pen
The big screen when unfolded meets the velvet smoothness and precision of the stylus pen. Precision meets portability with the Galaxy Z Fold5 S Pen. Write directly on the large screen and go from to-do to done. Plus, use Samsung Notes for a canvas that syncs across Galaxy devices. The Slim S Pen Case makes it easy to carry the S Pen around with your phone and for on-the-go precision.
Good Notes give you the opportunity for more control. Massive Productivity for Work: Samsung’s slimmest, most durable Fold yet boasts a massive 7.6” screen† that opens to elevate productivity on the go. Multitask with Dual-App viewing and increased S Pen precision.
Built to Withstand: the Fold5 is tested and verified to withstand 200,000 folds over 5 years of daily use.
Featuring the zero-gap Flex Hinge, Gorilla Glass Victus 2, and IPX8 water resistance.
Out-of-the-Box Screen Protection: Internal screen protection is pre-installed on Galaxy Z products. Plus get a free one-time screen protector replacement if needed.
Worry-Free Screen Protection: Get special coverage for a discounted, one-time screen replacement due to a defect or accident.
Camera set up
As expected, the cameras installed on the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 stand out, based on their superior performance.
Selfies
capture selfies with:
4 MP, f/1.8, 26mm (wide), 2.0µm, under display
10 MP, f/2.2, 24mm (wide), 1/3″, 1.22µm Cover Camera
The cover camera is capable to record 4K@30/60fps, and 1080p@30/60fps videos, supported by Gyro-EIS for image stabilization.
Preview Pictures from the Cover Screen: Whether behind the camera or in front of it, see your pose in the viewfinder with Dual Preview.
The triple camera setup combines to capture high-quality snapshots. LED flash, HDR, and panorama features give you options on what shots to take depending on timing and preference without compromising on the quality of your pictures.
For videos, you can record 8K@24fps, 4K@60fps, 1080p@60/240fps (gyro-EIS), 720p@960fps (gyro-EIS), HDR10+.
Up your content creation: Take a hands-free video with lush color and detail using Flex Mode. For even more clarity, Auto Frame Rate sets the optimal exposure so your video stays bright from start to finish.
Performance
Operating System
Samsung packed their priced foldable superphone with the latest Android 13, along with One UI 5.1.1. you will have a smoother user experience with the latest OS from Android, which comes with more customizable applications and features that let you have your way as you maximize your productivity and entertainment with the device.
Processing Power
As a premium handset, the foldable Galaxy comes along with a powerful processing unit that plays a big role in providing extraordinary performance. The Qualcomm SM8550-AC Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm) is intelligently engineered with groundbreaking AI across the board to enable truly extraordinary experiences. It delivers accelerated performance, unparalleled connectivity, champion-level gameplay, ingenious capture, and more. Enjoy super intuitive experiences like faster natural language processing with multi-language translation and transcription, AI cinematic video capture, direct voice command of your apps, AI bots for next-level gaming, and more.
Along with the Snapdragon chipset are Octa-core (1×3.36 GHz Cortex-X3 & 2×2.8 GHz Cortex-A715 & 2×2.8 GHz Cortex-A710 & 3×2.0 GHz Cortex-A510) CPU and Adreno 740 GPU, both which are fundamental for seamless multi-tasking and uncompromised gaming experience.
Memory Space
The Fold5 comes along with sufficient internal memory and RAM to run highly demanding tasks and store files and applications that require large storage capacity. Although the phone lacks a MicroSD slot for additional memory, it comes installed with:
256GB 12GB RAM
512GB 12GB RAM
1TB 12GB RAM, all with UFS 4.0
12GB RAM is massive on any device, thus making the Galaxy Z Fold5 a superphone with great fast processing speed and the ability to carry out intensive tasks without difficulty.
Gaming
Power your road to victory with the upgraded hardware and software of the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 Mobile Platform for Galaxy. This high-performance processor fuels champion-level gameplay.
Battery Performance
With a long-lasting battery, you can give your phone all the attention it deserves. Paired with an advanced processor, Galaxy Z Fold5 efficiently adjusts power usage to your habits and your needs. Enjoy all day as you listen to music for 73 hours or 21 hours of watching your favorite movies before the need to recharge.
You can recharge the large, 4,400mAh non-removable battery using the 25W wired fast charging unit (recharges 1- 50% of the battery in 30 minutes. The powering system on the foldable Galaxy phone also supports 15W wireless charging and 4.5w reverse charging. As such, you can comfortably recharge your smart devices without any inconveniences.
Maximize the Synchronized Galaxy Ecosystem
Multi Control lets you use a keyboard and mouse across devices including Galaxy Z Fold5 and Galaxy Tab S9, making it even easier to copy and paste or drag and drop. Galaxy-connected devices are perfect together, opening up new ways to seamlessly communicate, work, play and stay healthy.
Accessories
Although they are sold separately, they are a necessity and add to your productivity and user experience. The Smart Fold Galaxy Protective Case is worth having.
Slim S Pen Case: A slim fit for Samsung’s slimmest S Pen Fold Edition yet – this time with a seamless insert and easy eject button.
Clear Gadget Case: Shifting from hands-on to hands-free is easy with a swappable and customizable back grip.
Eco-leather Case: Combine luxury and modernity with the soft, premium feel of leather around the edges.
Stand-alone Case with Strap: Prop your screen up for comfy viewing, and use the strap for on-the-go security.
S Pen Fold Edition for Galaxy Z Fold5: Samsung’s slimmest S Pen Fold Edition yet for precision that’s on point, wherever you go.
Front Protection Film: Keep your cover screen looking brand new while enjoying silky smooth touch responsiveness.
25W Super Fast Wall Charger: Refuel in a flash with Super-Fast Charging. A safe and reliable companion that’s built compact for portability.
25W 10,000 mAh Battery Pack: This 10,000 mAh battery delivers up to 25W of Super-Fast Charging and has two USB Type-C ports.
15W Wireless Charger Duo with Travel Adapter: Charge two devices at once with a Watch magnet on one side and a Fast Wireless Charging pad on the other
Pros and Cons of the Galaxy Z Fold5
Pros
5G Connectivity
Massive RAM and Internal Memory
Massive battery
Supports fast wired and wireless charging
Large, immersive display
Powerful Qualcomm SM8550-AC Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm) chipset
Multiple screens to use
Decent camera set-up
Up to 8K Video recording capability
Gorilla Glass Victus 2 screen protection
Upgraded fold design
Improved and durable hinge design
Robust software, with the Armor aluminum frame comes along with tougher drop and scratch resistance.
The Galaxy A25 has a 6.5-inch super AMOLED screen with an Infinity-V notch, a 90Hz refresh rate, and a side-mounted fingerprint scanner. It runs on an Octa-core Exynos 1280 (5 nm) processor with 128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM, and is based on Android 14, One UI 6 OS. Samsung Galaxy A25 5G has a triple rear main camera setup consisting of 50MP+ 8MP + 2MP. At the front, it features a 13MP (wide) selfie camera. The Front is made of glass, and the body and back are plastic. It is powered by a 5,000mAh battery that supports 25W fast charging out of the box.
Product Description
Design and Display
The Samsung Galaxy A25 boasts a sleek and modern design, contrasting its budget-friendly price as it appears and feels premium. Its slim profile and rounded edges make it comfortable to hold. The plastic back panel with a matte finish adds a touch of class, sophistication, and elegance. Galaxy A25 is now available in various colors, from Black, red, and yellow.
Samsung Galaxy A25 Display
Its v-notched Super AMOLED display stands out. Boasting 120 refresh rate and 1080 x 2340 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~396 ppi density), the Full HD+ resolution and vibrant colors create an immersive visual experience, especially when immersed in games or video streaming. The bezels are thin and minimized to maximize viewing space.
Notably, the distinctive waterdrop notch at the top houses the front-facing camera. This does not interfere with your viewing experience as you watch Netflix or YouTube on the handset or immerse yourself in epic gaming.
Camera Set up
The handset packs a 13 MP, f/2.2, (wide) selfie camera that takes decent selfies and records quality 1080p videos at 30fps.
The main camera consists of a triple setup:
50 MP, f/1.8, (wide), PDAF, OIS
8 MP, f/2.2, 120˚ (ultrawide)
2 MP, f/2.4, (macro) lens.
The cameras capture fantastic pictures with an outstanding balance of black and white and color saturation. Capture awesome 1080p@30fps video as you leverage the LED flash, panorama, and HDR features, which help adaptability of different scenes and circumstances.
Performance
Samsung Galaxy A25 is powered by an Octa-core Exynos 1280 (5 nm) processor and is anchored by 128GB of 6GB RAM and 256GB of 8GB of RAM storage. Running on Android 14, One UI 6, Galaxy A25 handles day-to-day tasks and multitasking efficiently and is user-friendly even as you navigate through apps and browse the internet. While it is an average gaming smartphone, it takes most casual games well. Notwithstanding, for a budget phone, the A25’s overall performance is impressive.
Other Notable Key Features
Galaxy A25 is 5G network-enabled and equipped for fast uploading and downloading of pictures, videos, and other supported heavy files.
It comes with a side-mounted fingerprint scanner, which is fast and accurate. The rear-mounted scanner combined with the supported facial recognition for unlocking the device enhances security access to your phone.
The handset has a USB-C port for wired data transfer, charging, and expandable storage via a microSD card slot. Connectivity and communication are enhanced by the Bluetooth 5.1, A2DP, and LE installed, besides Wi-Fi connectivity (Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct), accurate positioning (GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS, QZSSPS), NFC, FM Radio and 3.5mm jack port for wired headset connection.
Battery Life
The powerful and large capacity 5,000mAh battery is a significant highlight for the Samsung Galaxy A25. As an average user, you will have at least 1.5 days of usage time before recharging. Samsung’s One UI includes power-saving features that can help stretch the battery life further. To recharge, use the 25W wired fast charging unit that gets you going quickly.
Great display, resolution, and refresh rate for immersive gaming and cinematic viewing
5mm jack port supported
FM Radio supported
NFC support
Powerful 5,000mAh battery that matches demands placed on the Galaxy A25
Supports fast charging
Cons
No 4K Video recording capabilities
No wireless charging
No gorilla glass protection
The handset is not waterproof
Cheap due to the type and quality of material used.
Alternative Handsets to Samsung Galaxy A25 5G
Samsung Galaxy A34
Tecno Pop 8
Infinix Smart 8
Itel S23+
Oppo A77s
Summary and Final Thoughts on Samsung Galaxy A25
The Samsung Galaxy A25 is a remarkable budget smartphone. It offers quite a handful for its price: 5G connectivity, a Super AMOLED Display with 120Hz, a decent camera system, and massive storage capacity. It has all the features you want in a smartphone at a decent, budget-friendly price. Although it lacks 4K connectivity, waterproof grading, wireless charging, and Gorilla glass protection, its pros often outweigh the cons. If you work with a tight budget, you are guaranteed value for money with the Galaxy A25 without compromising on many things you will want on a smartphone in 2024.
Vivid crystal color on our slimmest profile
Top 4 features
Dynamic Crystal Color
Lifelike color, born in a pure state with fine crystal
Immerse yourself in the picture with one billion shades of color. Dynamic Crystal Color delivers lifelike variations so you can see every subtlety.
Airslim
Sleek and slim design
The mind-blowing slim design of your TV fits harmoniously with its surroundings.
Crystal Processor 4K
Feel every shade of color as intended in powerful 4K
Feel every shade of color as intended. Powerful 4K upscaling ensures you get up to 4K resolution for the content you love.
* Viewing experience may vary according to types of content and format. ** Upscaling may not apply to PC connection and Game Mode.
Smart Hub
Discover your favorite content in one place
Optimize content curation and discovery, so you spend less time searching and more time streaming movies, games and shows you love.
* Content services and recommendation may vary by regions.
** Agreement of the Smart Hub Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy is required before use.
*** Some services are available to watch after registration and subscription.
**** Requires Samsung account.
***** UI is subject to change without prior notice.
Design
Smart Features
Specifications
Open up your smart 4K experience
Fine tuned color for a vibrant, lifelike picture
PurColor
PurColor makes watching films feel almost like you're there. It enables the TV to express a huge range of colors for optimal picture performance, and an immersive viewing experience.
Feel lifelike shade of color as intended in powerful 4K
Crystal Processor 4K
Powerful 4K upscaling ensures you get up to 4K resolution for the content you love. You'll also experience more lifelike color expressions due to its sophisticated color mapping technology.
Feel the reality of 4K UHD Resolution
4K UHD resolution
4K UHD TV goes beyond regular FHD with 4x more pixels, offering your eyes the sharp and crisp images they deserve. Now you can see even the small details in the scene.
See dark and light in every scene
HDR
High Dynamic Range increases the range of light levels on your TV so you can enjoy an enormous spectrum of colors and all the visual details, in even the darkest scenes.
* Viewing experience may vary according to types of content and format.
Smooth motion for a clear picture
Motion Xcelerator
Experience clear picture and performance because it automatically estimates and compensates frames for the source of contents.
TV and soundbar orchestrated in perfect harmony
Q-Symphony
Surround yourself with sound from TV and soundbar orchestrated in harmony. Q Symphony uniquely allows TV and soundbar speakers to operate simultaneously for better surround effect without muting TV speakers.
More screen, less bezel
3-Bezeless Design
A sleek and elegant design that draws you to the purest picture. Crafted with an effortless minimalistic style from every angle and a boundless design that sets new standards.
Eliminate clutter
Clean Cable Solution
Keep your cables tidy and conceal them, reducing clutter and keeping a seamless look for your TV.
* Actual product may differ from image shown.
Simply tap to connect
Tap View
Mirroring movies or music from your mobile to TV is as simple as a tap.When you tap your TV with your mobile, the TV senses the tap and mirrors automatically. So it's quick and easy to switch to the TV and continue enjoying your favorite content.
* Tap View is available on Samsung Galaxy devices with Android OS 8.1 and higher.
Choose whatever voice assistant you are used to
Multi Voice Assistant
Choose your favorite voice assistant; Bixby or Amazon Alexa. For the first time, all are built into your Samsung TV to provide the optimal entertainment experience and advanced control in your connected home.
* Samsung may at any time and in its sole discretion without prior warning or notice change the voice assistant s ervices or suspend and/or cease providing the voice assistant services or any part of the voice assistant services. Content, TV services and capabilities pictured may not be available in all regions and territories.
* Bixby voice commands recognize English (US/UK), French, Spanish, German, Italian, Chinese and Korean. Not all accents, dialects and expressions recognized.
* Amazon, Alexa and all related logos are trademarks of Amazon.com, Inc. or its affiliates.
Work and learn from home
PC Mode
Enjoy every possibility of what you can do. Easily access your PC, Laptop, and mobile seamlessly on your TV.
* Remote connection to PC is only supported for Windows 10 Professional or later and Mac OS 10.5 or later. * Connecting smartphone with Samsung Dex requires a compatible mobile device. * Availability of services is subject to change without prior notice. * Internet connection on TV and PC is required.
Free TV, no strings attached
Samsung TV Plus
Enjoy free live streaming TV content with our virtual channels, Samsung TV Plus. Choose from a variety of channels offering content for all interests that are currently in trend. No need to ask your friend which content is hot these days. Just tune in to Samsung TV Plus and find out.
* Content services may vary by regions and are subject to change without notifications.
Spend time watching, not searching
Content Guide
Meet the content forward browsing experience that speeds up finding what to watch across live TV and OTT. Now it's easy to find your favorite movies and TV shows all in one place.
* Content services may vary by regions and are subject to change without notifications.
Multiple Apps, One Screen: Multi-Window View takes your multitasking to the next level. Keep three windows open on one screen, so you can stream, shop, browse, and play more. The taskbar holds up to twelve apps at once so you can effortlessly swap between your favorites.
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