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Samsung Galaxy A05s (4GB + 64GB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£110RAM capacity:4 GBInternal storage:64 GBScreen size:6.7 inchesMain camera megapixels:50 MP & 2 MP

Samsung Galaxy A05s (4GB + 64GB) Review: Compare 197 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartphones category and whether it is worth buying.

6.0/10

Overall score

Score
6.0/ 10
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What it is
An overall evaluation of the smartphone's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best smartphones on the market.
Score distribution
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â–¼ Worse than 80% of models
Score components

90%

5.6

Technical score

10%

8.8

User score

â–¼Worse than 80% of smartphones
7.2

Value for money

Value for money
7.2/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 64% of models
Score components

70%

6.0

Overall score

30%

9.9

Price

â–¼Worse than 64%
5.6

Technical score

Technical score
5.6/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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â–¼ Worse than 84% of models
Score components

25%

5.2

Performance & Hardware

18%

5.1

Camera

15%

5.5

Display

15%

6.0

Battery

10%

7.8

Software

10%

6.2

Connectivity

4%

2.5

Audio

3%

6.8

Design

â–¼Worse than 84%
8.8

User score

User score
8.8/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 89% of models
Score components

70%

8.8

User ratings

30%

9.0

Number of reviews

â–²Better than 89%
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Technical Specifications of smartphone Samsung Galaxy A05s (4GB + 64GB)

Technical score
Technical score
5.6/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 84% of models
Score components:

25%

5.2

Performance & Hardware

18%

5.1

Camera

15%

5.5

Display

15%

6.0

Battery

10%

7.8

Software

10%

6.2

Connectivity

4%

2.5

Audio

3%

6.8

Design

5.6
User score
User score
8.8/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 89% of models
Score components

70%

8.8

User ratings

30%

9.0

Number of reviews

8.8
Popularity
Popularity
9.0/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the smartphone.
When it matters
When you prefer to purchase a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 86% of models
Popularity:
Samsung Galaxy A05s (4GB + 64GB) has a popularity of 9 points, which is higher than 85.7% of smartphones.
9.0
Value for money
Value for money
7.2/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 64% of models
Score components:

70%

6.0

Overall score

30%

9.9

Price

7.2
Brand name
Samsung
Processor model
Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 4G
This smartphone uses the Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 4G processor model which is slower than processors in 73.9% of smartphones and equal to processors in 1.5% of smartphones.
RAM capacity
4 GB
Market range: <4 GB – >16 GB
This smartphone has a RAM capacity of 4 GB which is smaller than the RAM capacity of 82.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 14% of smartphones.
Internal storage
64 GB
Market range: <64 GB – >512 GB
This smartphone has an internal storage capacity of 64 GB which is smaller than the storage of 89.6% of smartphones and equal to that of 7.9% of smartphones.
CPU boost clock speed
2.4 GHz
Market range: <2 GHz – >3.3 GHz
The CPU boost clock speed of this smartphone is 2.4 GHz which is higher than the boost speed of 36.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 13.4% of smartphones.
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Operating system
Android
This smartphone uses the Android operating system, which outperforms that of 1%.
Android 13
Android version
Android 13
This smartphone runs Android version Android 13 which is older than that found in 50.6% of smartphones and equal to that in 16.5% of smartphones.
Direct OS updates
no
This smartphone does not receive direct OS updates. 20.6% of smartphones receive direct updates.
Open-source OS
yes
This smartphone uses an open-source OS. 94.6% of smartphones use an open-source OS.
Dark mode
yes
This smartphone offers dark mode. 95.8% of smartphones support this feature.
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Multi-lens main camera
yes
This smartphone includes a multi-lens main camera system. 93.7% of smartphones include multi-lens setups.
Main camera megapixels
50 MP & 2 MP
Market range: <10 – >100
This smartphone has a main camera resolution of 50 MP & 2 MP which is lower than that of 57.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 12.9% of smartphones.
Main camera aperture
f/1.8 & f/2.4
This smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.8 & f/2.4 which is narrower than that of 57.9% of smartphones and equal to that of 12.6% of smartphones.
Main camera sensor area
20.5 mm²
Market range: <19.7 mm² – >71.4 mm²
This smartphone has a main camera sensor area of 20.5 mm² which is smaller than the main camera sensor area of 76.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 12.9% of smartphones.
Main camera pixel size
0.64 µm
Market range: <0.64 µm – >1.22 µm
This smartphone has a main camera pixel size of 0.64 µm which is smaller than in 75.1% of smartphones and equal to the size in 18.6% of smartphones.
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Number of SIM slots
2
Market range: <1 – >6
This smartphone has 2 SIM slots, which is more than in 3.8% of smartphones and equal to the number in 96.1% of smartphones.
Cellular module
yes
This smartphone includes a cellular module. 100% of smartphones include cellular modules.
5G connectivity
no
This smartphone does not support 5G connectivity. 66.9% of smartphones support 5G.
LTE support
yes
This smartphone supports LTE. 99.7% of smartphones include LTE connectivity.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This smartphone supports Wi-Fi connectivity. 100% of smartphones offer Wi-Fi support.
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Screen size
6.7 inches
Market range: <6.3 inches – >6.82 inches
This smartphone has a screen size of 6.7 inches which is larger than the screens of 52.2% of smartphones and equal to those of 10.1% of smartphones.
Screen resolution
1080x 2400 px
This smartphone has a screen resolution of 1080x2400 px which is higher than that of 36.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 20.4% of smartphones.
Pixel density
393 ppi
Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
This smartphone has a pixel density of 393 ppi which is lower than that of 61.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 2.8% of smartphones.
Display type
IPS LCD
This smartphone uses a IPS LCD display type. 0% of smartphones use this display technology.
Refresh rate
90 Hz
Market range: <60 Hz – >144 Hz
This smartphone supports a refresh rate of 90 Hz which is lower than in 65.4% of smartphones and equal to that in 18.9% of smartphones.
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Battery capacity
5,000 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
This smartphone has a battery capacity of 5,000 mAh which is larger than the batteries in 28.3% of smartphones and equal to those in 28.8% of smartphones.
Charging speed
25 W
Market range: <15 W – >90 W
This smartphone supports charging speeds of 25 W which is slower than in 66.9% of smartphones and equal to speeds in 5.3% of smartphones.
Fast charging
yes
This smartphone supports fast charging. 93.1% of smartphones support fast charging.
GSMArena full wired charge time
?
Wireless charging
no
This smartphone does not support wireless charging. 25.2% of smartphones support wireless charging.
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Stereo speakers
no
This smartphone does not include stereo speakers. 64.4% of smartphones provide stereo audio.
3.5 mm headphone jack
yes
This smartphone includes a 3.5 mm headphone jack. 45.5% of smartphones offer this port.
Number of microphones
2
Market range: <1 – >3
This smartphone includes 2 microphones, which is more than in 10.5% of smartphones and equal to the number in 66.6% of smartphones.
FM radio
?
aptX Lossless
no
This smartphone does not support aptX Lossless. 12.9% of smartphones provide aptX Lossless.
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Height
168 mm
Market range: <156.2 mm – >171.56 mm
This smartphone has a height of 168 mm which is taller than 82.9% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.4% of smartphones.
Width
77.8 mm
Market range: <73.1 mm – >81 mm
This smartphone has a width of 77.8 mm which is wider than 81.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.3% of smartphones.
Thickness
8.8 mm
Market range: <7.53 mm – >10.5 mm
This smartphone has a thickness of 8.8 mm which is thicker than 71.6% of smartphones and equal to that of 3.7% of smartphones.
Weight
194 g
Market range: <175 g – >256 g
This smartphone weighs 194 g which is lighter than 54.7% of smartphones and equal to the weight of 1.8% of smartphones.
Device volume
103,488 cm³
Market range: <80 cm³ – >190 cm³
This smartphone has a device volume of 103,488 cm³ which is larger than 76.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.4% of smartphones.
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Samsung Galaxy A05s (4GB + 64GB) vs the average smartphone

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  • Has a 3.5 mm headphone jack
    This smartphone features a 3.5 mm headphone jack, the average smartphone does not. 45.5% of smartphones include a standard headphone jack.
  • Wider front camera aperture
    This smartphone has a wider front camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/2 vs f/2.2). The average aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.0 vs f/2.2
  • 10.5% higher user score
    User score
    8.8/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
    When it matters
    When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
    Score distribution
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    Samsung Galaxy A05s
    the average smartphone
    Samsung Galaxy A05s (4GB + 64GB) has a higher user score than the average smartphone (8.84 vs 8).
    8.84 vs 8
  • 2.36x cheaper
    Samsung Galaxy A05s (4GB + 64GB) is cheaper than the average smartphone (£110 vs £260).
    £110 vs £260
  • 2x more L1
    This smartphone has more L1 cache than the average smartphone (64 KB vs 32 KB). The average L1 cache is 32 KB.
    64 KB vs 32 KB
  • 0.03 inches inch larger screen size
    This smartphone has a larger screen size than the average smartphone (6.7 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone screen is 6.67 inches.
    6.7 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • 65% more popular
    Samsung Galaxy A05s (4GB + 64GB) is more popular than the average smartphone (8.98 vs 5.4).
    8.98 vs 5.44
  • Higher CPU base clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU base clock speed than the average smartphone (2x2.4 GHz & 6x1.9 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz). The average smartphone has a base clock speed of 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz.
    2x2.4 GHz & 6x1.9 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz
  • 10.5% higher user score
    User score
    8.8/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
    When it matters
    When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
    Score distribution
    â–¼
    â–¼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    Samsung Galaxy A05s
    the average smartphone
    Samsung Galaxy A05s (4GB + 64GB) has a higher user score than the average smartphone (8.84 vs 8).
    8.84 vs 8
  • 2.36x cheaper
    Samsung Galaxy A05s (4GB + 64GB) is cheaper than the average smartphone (£110 vs £260).
    £110 vs £260
  • 65% more popular
    Samsung Galaxy A05s (4GB + 64GB) is more popular than the average smartphone (8.98 vs 5.4).
    8.98 vs 5.44
  • 2x more L1
    This smartphone has more L1 cache than the average smartphone (64 KB vs 32 KB). The average L1 cache is 32 KB.
    64 KB vs 32 KB
  • Higher CPU base clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU base clock speed than the average smartphone (2x2.4 GHz & 6x1.9 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz). The average smartphone has a base clock speed of 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz.
    2x2.4 GHz & 6x1.9 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz
  • Wider front camera aperture
    This smartphone has a wider front camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/2 vs f/2.2). The average aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.0 vs f/2.2
  • 0.03 inches inch larger screen size
    This smartphone has a larger screen size than the average smartphone (6.7 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone screen is 6.67 inches.
    6.7 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • Has a 3.5 mm headphone jack
    This smartphone features a 3.5 mm headphone jack, the average smartphone does not. 45.5% of smartphones include a standard headphone jack.
  • Worse processor
    This smartphone uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 4G vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 4G vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • Inferior display type
    This smartphone has an inferior display type compared to the average smartphone (IPS LCD vs OLED/AMOLED). 0.00% of smartphones use the superior display type.
    IPS LCD vs OLED/AMOLED
  • 75% less storage
    This smartphone offers less internal storage than the average smartphone (64 GB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone includes 256 GB of internal storage.
    64 GB vs 256 GB
  • No 5G connectivity
    This smartphone does not support 5G connectivity, the average smartphone does. 66.9% of smartphones are 5G compatible.
  • 25% lower refresh rate
    This smartphone has a lower refresh rate than the average smartphone (90 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average smartphone has a refresh rate of 120 Hz.
    90 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • 4 GB less RAM
    This smartphone has less RAM than the average smartphone (4 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    4 GB vs 8 GB
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    This smartphone has a narrower main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.8 & f/2.4 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4). The average smartphone aperture is f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4.
    f/1.8 & f/2.4 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • 35.9% smaller main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a smaller main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (20.5 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average smartphone sensor area is 32 mm².
    20.5 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • 2.5% worse value for money
    Samsung Galaxy A05s (4GB + 64GB) has worse value for money than the average smartphone (7.15 vs 7.3).
    7.15 vs 7.34
  • Worse processor
    This smartphone uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 4G vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 4G vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • 75% less storage
    This smartphone offers less internal storage than the average smartphone (64 GB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone includes 256 GB of internal storage.
    64 GB vs 256 GB
  • 4 GB less RAM
    This smartphone has less RAM than the average smartphone (4 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    4 GB vs 8 GB
  • 56.2% lower Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    This smartphone performs worse in Geekbench 6 single-core than the average smartphone (413 vs 942). The average smartphone scores 942 in the Geekbench 6 single-core test.
    413 vs 942
  • 42.9% lower maximum RAM capacity
    This smartphone supports less maximum RAM than the average smartphone (8 GB vs 14 GB). The average smartphone supports 14 GB of RAM.
    8 GB vs 14 GB
  • 11.1% slower GPU clock
    This smartphone has a lower GPU frequency than the average smartphone (845 MHz vs 950 MHz). The average smartphone has a GPU frequency of 950 MHz.
    845 MHz vs 950 MHz
  • 46.7% lower Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    This smartphone performs worse in Geekbench 6 multi-core than the average smartphone (1,349 vs 2,533). The average smartphone scores 2,533 in the Geekbench 6 multi-core test.
    1,349 vs 2,533
  • 90% lower 3DMark Wild Life Extreme benchmark
    This smartphone scores lower in 3DMark Wild Life Extreme than the average smartphone (123 vs 1,226). The average smartphone scores 1,226.
    123 vs 1,226
  • 41.8% lower memory bandwidth
    This smartphone has lower memory bandwidth than the average smartphone (14.9 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s). The average smartphone has a bandwidth of 25.6 GB/s.
    14.9 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s
  • 22.4% slower memory speed
    This smartphone has a lower memory speed than the average smartphone (2,133 MHz vs 2,750 MHz). The average smartphone has a memory speed of 2,750 MHz.
    2,133 MHz vs 2,750 MHz
  • 50% fewer shader units
    This smartphone includes fewer shader units than the average smartphone (128 vs 256). The average smartphone has 256 shader units.
    128 vs 256
  • No live text recognition
    This smartphone does not support live text recognition, the average smartphone does. 50.9% of smartphones offer real-time text recognition.
  • Older Android version
    This smartphone runs an older Android version than the average smartphone (Android 13 vs Android 14). The average smartphone runs Android version Android 14.
    Android 13 vs Android 14
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    This smartphone has a narrower main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.8 & f/2.4 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4). The average smartphone aperture is f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4.
    f/1.8 & f/2.4 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • 35.9% smaller main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a smaller main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (20.5 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average smartphone sensor area is 32 mm².
    20.5 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • 62.5% lower DxOMark Mobile score
    This smartphone has a lower DxOMark Mobile score than the average smartphone (45 vs 120). The average smartphone scores 120.
    45 vs 120
  • Worse main camera video quality
    This smartphone records worse main camera video than the average smartphone. 11.80x of smartphones support 4K video recording.
    1080x60 fps vs 2160x30 fps
  • 0.16 µm smaller main camera pixel size
    This smartphone has a smaller main camera pixel size than the average smartphone (0.6 µm vs 0.8 µm). The average smartphone has a pixel size of 0.8 µm.
    0.64 µm vs 0.8 µm
  • Lower-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a lower-resolution main camera than the average smartphone (50 MP & 2 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone has a 50 MP & 8 MP main camera.
    50 MP & 2 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • Lower front camera megapixels
    This smartphone has lower front camera megapixels than the average smartphone (13 MP vs 16 MP). The average smartphone has a 16 MP front camera.
    13 MP vs 16 MP
  • No 5G connectivity
    This smartphone does not support 5G connectivity, the average smartphone does. 66.9% of smartphones are 5G compatible.
  • No gyroscope
    This smartphone does not have a gyroscope, the average smartphone does. 84.4% of smartphones feature a gyroscope.
  • No compass
    This smartphone does not have a compass, the average smartphone does. 93.2% of smartphones include a built-in compass.
  • Older Bluetooth version
    This smartphone uses an older Bluetooth version than the average smartphone (5.1 vs 5.2). The average smartphone uses Bluetooth 5.2.
    5.1 vs 5.2
  • Inferior display type
    This smartphone has an inferior display type compared to the average smartphone (IPS LCD vs OLED/AMOLED). 0.00% of smartphones use the superior display type.
    IPS LCD vs OLED/AMOLED
  • 25% lower refresh rate
    This smartphone has a lower refresh rate than the average smartphone (90 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average smartphone has a refresh rate of 120 Hz.
    90 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • 29.1% lower screen brightness
    This smartphone has a lower screen brightness than the average smartphone (468 nits vs 660 nits). The average smartphone has a brightness of 660 nits.
    468 nits vs 660 nits
  • 0.5% lower pixel density
    This smartphone has a lower pixel density than the average smartphone (393 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    393 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • 24.2% slower charging speed
    This smartphone has a slower charging speed than the average smartphone (25 W vs 33 W). The average smartphone charges at 33 W.
    25 W vs 33 W
  • No stereo speakers
    This smartphone does not have stereo speakers, the average smartphone does. 64.4% of smartphones feature stereo speakers.
  • No LDAC support
    This smartphone does not support LDAC, the average smartphone does. 60.3% of smartphones support LDAC.
  • No aptX HD
    This smartphone does not support aptX HD, the average smartphone does. 50.7% of smartphones support aptX HD.
  • 4.4 mm taller
    This smartphone is taller than the average smartphone (168 mm vs 163.6 mm). The average smartphone has a height of 163.6 mm.
    168 mm vs 163.6 mm
  • 1.8 mm wider
    This smartphone is wider than the average smartphone (77.8 mm vs 76 mm). The average smartphone has a width of 76 mm.
    77.8 mm vs 76 mm
  • 0.5 mm thicker
    This smartphone is thicker than the average smartphone (8.8 mm vs 8.3 mm). The average smartphone has a thickness of 8.3 mm.
    8.8 mm vs 8.3 mm
  • 1 year/s older release date
    This smartphone is an older model than the average smartphone (2023 vs 2024). 1.00% of smartphones were released more recently.
    October 2023
    2023 vs 2024
  • Poor brand origin
    This smartphone has a poorer brand origin compared to the average smartphone. 0.00% of smartphones come from top-tier brand origins.
    South Korea vs China

Video reviews

Hands-on testing, unboxing, and real-world video evaluations

8.0
Darren Dunn
≈ estimated
02/01/2025
Full review · daily use and camera samples
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy A05s is a solid budget option for most everyday tasks, though its LCD screen and single speaker hold it back.
8.0
Oscarmini
≈ estimated
01/01/2024
Two-week review · battery, display, cameras and gaming
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy A05s is good for the price, with a strong battery and display, but its cameras, charging and 5G are limited.
8.0
Kevin Breeze
≈ estimated
01/01/2024
Hands-on review · battery, display, software and build
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy A05s is a good option for a very affordable Android phone, though it lacks NFC and 5G.
7.0
Kevin Riazi
≈ estimated
05/11/2023
Hands-on review · one month of use, camera and speaker tests
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy A05s suits buyers who want years of software updates and long battery life, but not those who want good speakers.
8.0
C Butler
≈ estimated
31/05/2024
Unboxing · first impressions and quick camera tests
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy A05s is a solid purchase for its price, with good performance for the money.
7.0
DeltaTech
≈ estimated
15/03/2025
Unboxing and first look · features and comparison
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy A05s is decent for long software support and the Samsung name, but a rival chip performs better at this price.
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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

pickr.com.au
28/02/2024
Hands-on test · Budget Galaxy
Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy A05s lasts about two days, but sluggish performance and a slow shutter make it hard to recommend.
alexreviewstech.com
29/01/2024
Travel test · Budget Galaxy
Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy A05s has a decent screen and gets through a full day, but slow apps and low RAM make it a hard sell at full price.
frandroid.com
28/01/2026
Lab test · Budget Galaxy
Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy A05s offers four years of Android updates and a decent battery, but its dim, inaccurate screen and sluggish performance hold it back.
phonandroid.com
04/10/2024
Hands-on test · Entry-level Galaxy
Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy A05s looks like a Galaxy S24 and runs One UI 6, but its screen struggles outdoors and slow performance makes switching apps a hassle.
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leclaireur.fnac.com
09/02/2024
Summary of the review
SAMSUNG Galaxy A05S Lab Test: A solid entry for an affordable smartphone
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lesmobiles.com
Fin 2023
Summary of the review
Samsung Galaxy A05s: Price, Specs, and Technical Datasheet
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top-for-phone.fr
10/06/2025
Summary of the review
Samsung Galaxy A05s (SM-A057): Officially announced
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quechoisir.org
01/03/2024
Summary of the review
UFC-Que Choisir - Samsung Galaxy A05s Test - Smartphone
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movilzona.es
20/05/2024
Summary of the review
Samsung Galaxy A05s Review: Is it a good buy?
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r1.community.samsung.com
19/02/2024
Summary of the review
Samsung Galaxy A05s Review: A Hands-On Perspective
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What customers like about Samsung Galaxy A05s (4GB + 64GB)

  • Large 6.7-inch FHD+ display with a 90Hz refresh rate providing sharp visuals for its price point
  • Excellent battery life from the 5,000 mAh capacity, often lasting over a full day of regular use
  • Budget-friendly pricing makes it an attractive entry-level option for basic tasks
  • Decent main camera performance in good lighting conditions, featuring a 50MP sensor
  • Includes practical legacy features like a 3.5mm headphone jack and expandable microSD storage
  • Reliable side-mounted fingerprint sensor that is often described as fast and responsive

What customers don't like about Samsung Galaxy A05s (4GB + 64GB)

  • Sluggish overall performance with frequent UI lag and stutters, even during basic navigation
  • LCD panel has limited brightness, making it difficult to read in direct sunlight
  • Lack of NFC support prevents the use of contactless payment services like Google Pay
  • No 5G connectivity, limiting users to 4G LTE networks
  • Charging brick is typically sold separately, and some users report slow charging if not using a compatible 25W adapter
  • Mono speaker quality is often described as thin, distorted at high volumes, or lacking clarity

Verdict

The Samsung Galaxy A05s (4GB + 64GB) is an entry-level smartphone featuring a large 6.7-inch PLS LCD display and a capable Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 processor for smooth everyday performance. It captures decent photos with its 50MP main camera and offers solid battery life from a 5,000mAh capacity cell, supporting 25W fast charging for quick top-ups. The primary trade-offs include the display's 720p resolution on such a large screen and the phone's all-plastic build quality.

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