| Description |
- RAM: 12GB
- Internal Memory: 512GB
- Display: 6.78-inches, AMOLED, 120 Hz
- Processor: MediaTek 8200 Ultimate
- OS: Android 14 with HiOS 14
- Main Camera: 50MP + 50MP + 2MP
- Selfie Camera: 50MP
- Connectivity: 5G
- Battery: 5,000mAh, 70W
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- RAM: 8GB
- Internal Storage:256GB, 512GB
- Battery: 3700 mAh
- Main camera: 12MP
- Front camera: 10 MP
- Display: 6.7 inch + 120Hz AMOLED display
- Processor: Snapdragon 8 Gen 2
Mobile Platform for Galaxy
- Connectivity: Dual SIM, 3G, 4G, 5G, Wi-Fi
- Colors: Mint, Graphite, Gray, Cream, Yellow, Lavender, Blue, Blue,Green
- OS: Android 13
| Samsung Galaxy A05s features and specifications
- RAM: 4GB
- Internal Storage: 128GB
- Battery: 5000 mAh
- Main camera: 50 MP + 2 MP+ 2 MP
- Front camera: 13 MP
- Display: 6.7 inch, LCD, 90Hz
- Processor: Snapdragon 680 4G
- Connectivity: Dual sim, 2G, 3G, 4G
- Colors: Black, Silver, Light Green, Violet
- OS: Android 13
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- RAM: 8GB
- Internal Storage: 256GB
- OS: Android 14, One UI 6
- Main camera: 50MP + 8MP + 2MP
- Front camera: 13 MP
- Display: 6.5 inch
- Processor: Octa-core Exynos 1280 (5 nm)
- Connectivity: Dual SIM, 2G, 3G, 4G, 5G, Wi-Fi
- Colors: Brave Black, Personality Yellow, Fantasy Blue, Optimistic Blue
- Battery: 5,000 mAh, 25W
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| Samsung Galaxy A05 features and specifications
- RAM: 4GB
- Internal Storage: 64/128GB
- Battery: 5,000 mAh
- Main camera: 50 MP + 2 MP
- Front camera: 8 MP
- Display: 6.7 inch, LCD, 90Hz
- Processor: Snapdragon 680 4G
- Connectivity: Dual SIM, 2G, 3G, 4G
- Colors: Black, Silver, Light Green
- OS: Android 13
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- RAM: 8GB
- Internal Memory: 256 GB
- Dimensions: 164.3 x 74.5 x 8.1 mm
- Display: 6.78 inches
- Network: 5G
- OS: Android 14, XOS 14
- Chipset: Mediatek Dimensity 7020 (6 nm)
- Main Camera: 108MP + 2MP + 2MP
- Selfie Camera: 32MP
- Battery: 5,000mAh, 45W
- Colors: Vintage Green, Titan Gold
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Samsung Galaxy A05s
Galaxy A05s weighs 194g and measures 168 x 77.8 x 8.8 mm. It features a 6.7-inch PLS LCD with 1080 x 2400 pixels resolution. Samsung Galaxy AO5s runs on Android 13 OS, is powered by an Octa-core Qualcomm SM6225 Snapdragon 680 4G (6nm) processor, and is anchored by 128GB 6GB RAM.
To capture pictures and record videos, you have a single 13MP selfie camera and a triple primary camera set up: 50MP + 2MP + 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 AO5s is powered by a Li-Po 5,000 mAh, non-removable battery with a fast-charging 25W wired unit.
Standout Features
Standout Features on Samsung Galaxy A05s
- Powerful 5,000mAh battery
- Decent phone memory: 128GB 4GB RAM
- Latest Android 13 OS
- Decent main camera, 50MP + 2MP + 2MP
- Side-mounted fingerprint scanner
Key Features
- RAM: 6GB
- Internal Storage: 128GB
- Battery: 5,000 mAh
- Main camera: 50 MP + 2 MP + 2MP
- Front camera: 13 MP
- Display: 6.7-inch, LCD, 90Hz
- Processor: Qualcomm SM6225 Snapdragon 680 4G (6 nm)
- Connectivity: Dual SIM, 2G, 3G, 4G
- Colors: Black, Silver, Light Green, Violet
- OS: Android 13
Build and Design of Samsung Galaxy A05s
The phone is available in Black, Silver, Light Green and Violet 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 A05s measures 168 x 77.8 x 8.8 mm and weighs 194 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 A05s Display
It features a 6.7-inch PLS LCD with an 82.9% screen-to-body ratio. Such a more extensive screen provides a platform to enjoy content and media consumption better than smaller screens. Moreover, 1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~393 ppi density) resolution is super, providing more quality user experience than 7200p resolution on Samsung Galaxy A05. The default refresh rate and resolution are functionally effective 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 primary camera, the portraits taken with the 2MP Depth camera + 2 MP, f/2.4 (macro) that ensures you capture clear pictures of small details and objects, and your favourite selfies with the 13 MP, f/2.0 Front camera.
Performance and Processing Power
Samsung Galaxy AO5s has a powerful octa-core, Qualcomm SM6225 Snapdragon 680 4G (6 nm) processor that powers the phone, enables multitasking and carries out essential functions. Adreno 610 GPU installed on the handset allows 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 AO5s 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: 5.1, 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 an excellent 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 AO5s
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 A05s
Pros
- 4G enabled
- Affordable
- Large screen
- Decent camera set-up
- Decent processor
- Sufficient memory
- 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
- No Gorilla Glass protection for the screen
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy A05s is an excellent, affordable budget smartphone that will keep you going. It is an improved version of Samsung Galaxy AO5, with most features and functionalities in mid-range handsets. A 5,000mAh battery with wired fast charging support, a large display, and a decent camera setup 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 20,000.
Alternative Handsets to Samsung Galaxy A05s
- Samsung Galaxy A05
- Oppo A18
- Modio M22
- Realme A15
| Samsung Galaxy A25 5G
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.
Pros and Cons of Samsung Galaxy A25
Pros
- Sleek, slim design and excellent aesthetics
- Friendly pricing on the budget smartphone
- 5G network connectivity
- Decent storage specifications (128GB 6GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM)
- Dedicated microSDXC slot
- Decent camera setup
- 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.
 | Samsung Galaxy A05
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.
Samsung Galaxy A05 Specs
| Brand |
Samsung |
| Model |
Samsung Galaxy A05 |
| Announced |
25 September, 2023 |
| Released |
October, 2023 |
| Operating System |
Android 13 |
| Chipset |
Mediatek MT6769V/CZ Helio G85 (12nm) |
| CPU Speed |
Octa-core (2×2.0 GHz Cortex-A75 & 6×1.8 GHz Cortex-A55) |
| GPU |
Mali-G52 MC2 |
| Storage |
64/128GB |
| RAM |
4GB |
| Card Slot |
microSDXC |
| Rear Camera |
50 MP + 2 MP |
| Front Camera |
8 MP |
| Network |
GSM / HSPA / LTE |
| Sim Card |
Single SIM (Nano-SIM) or Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by) |
| Weight |
195 g |
| Dimensions |
168.8 x 78.2 x 8.8 mm (6.65 x 3.08 x 0.35 in) |
| Screen Resolution |
720 x 1600 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~262 ppi density) |
| Display Type |
PLS LCD |
| Display Size |
6.7 inches, 108.4 cm2 (~82.9% screen-to-body ratio) |
| 3.5mm jack |
Yes |
| Bluetooth |
5.3, A2DP, LE |
| GPS |
GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS, QZSS |
| NFC |
Yes |
| Wi-Fi |
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| USB |
USB Type-C 2.0 |
| Radio |
Unspecified |
| Sensor |
Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, compass
Virtual proximity sensing |
| Battery |
Li-Po 5,000 mAh, non-removable |
| Fast Charging |
25W wired |
| Colors |
Black, Silver, Light Green |
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Standout Features
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.
Alternative Handsets to Samsung Galaxy A05
- Vivo Y15S
- Oppo A18
- Modio M22
- Realme A15
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