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Samsung Galaxy A50 (4GB + 128GB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£310RAM capacity:4 GBInternal storage:128 GBScreen size:6.4 inchesMain camera megapixels:25 MP & 8 MP & 5 MP

Samsung Galaxy A50 (4GB + 128GB) Review: Compare 197 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartphones category and whether it is worth buying.

Samsung Galaxy A50 (4GB + 128GB)
5.5/10

Overall score

Score
5.5/ 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 93% of models
Score components

90%

5.1

Technical score

10%

9.1

User score

â–¼Worse than 93% of smartphones
6.5

Value for money

Value for money
6.5/ 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 95% of models
Score components

70%

5.5

Overall score

30%

8.9

Price

â–¼Worse than 95%
5.1

Technical score

Technical score
5.1/ 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 96% of models
Score components

25%

4.3

Performance & Hardware

18%

5.5

Camera

15%

6.2

Display

15%

5.0

Battery

10%

4.2

Software

10%

6.8

Connectivity

4%

2.8

Audio

3%

6.3

Design

â–¼Worse than 96%
9.1

User score

User score
9.1/ 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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★ Better than 94% of models
Score components

70%

8.7

User ratings

30%

10

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
★Better than 94%
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Technical Specifications of smartphone Samsung Galaxy A50 (4GB + 128GB)

Technical score
Technical score
5.1/ 10
✕
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 96% of models
Score components:

25%

4.3

Performance & Hardware

18%

5.5

Camera

15%

6.2

Display

15%

5.0

Battery

10%

4.2

Software

10%

6.8

Connectivity

4%

2.8

Audio

3%

6.3

Design

5.1
User score
User score
9.1/ 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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★ Better than 94% of models
Score components

70%

8.7

User ratings

30%

10

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
9.1
Popularity
Popularity
10/ 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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★ Better than 94% of models
Popularity:
Samsung Galaxy A50 (4GB + 128GB) has a popularity of 10 points, which is higher than 94.1% of smartphones.
10
Value for money
Value for money
6.5/ 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 95% of models
Score components:

70%

5.5

Overall score

30%

8.9

Price

6.5
Brand name
Samsung
Processor model
Samsung Exynos 9610
This smartphone uses the Samsung Exynos 9610 processor model which is slower than processors in 83.2% 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
128 GB
Market range: <64 GB – >512 GB
This smartphone has an internal storage capacity of 128 GB which is smaller than the storage of 61.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 28.4% of smartphones.
CPU boost clock speed
2.3 GHz
Market range: <2 GHz – >3.3 GHz
The CPU boost clock speed of this smartphone is 2.3 GHz which is lower than the boost speed of 63.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 4.4% of smartphones.
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Operating system
Android
This smartphone uses the Android operating system, which outperforms that of 1%.
Android 9 Pie
Android version
Android 9 Pie
This smartphone runs Android version Android 9 Pie which is older than that found in 93.9% of smartphones and equal to that in 2.6% 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
25 MP & 8 MP & 5 MP
Market range: <10 – >100
This smartphone has a main camera resolution of 25 MP & 8 MP & 5 MP which is lower than that of 83.8% of smartphones.
Main camera aperture
f/1.7 & f/2.2 & f/2.2
This smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.7 & f/2.2 & f/2.2 which is wider than that of 85.9% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
Main camera sensor area
20.3 mm²
Market range: <19.7 mm² – >71.4 mm²
This smartphone has a main camera sensor area of 20.3 mm² which is smaller than the main camera sensor area of 89% of smartphones.
Main camera pixel size
0.9 µm
Market range: <0.64 µm – >1.22 µm
This smartphone has a main camera pixel size of 0.9 µm which is larger than in 57.5% of smartphones and equal to the size in 0.2% 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
6.4 inches
Market range: <6.3 inches – >6.82 inches
This smartphone has a screen size of 6.4 inches which is smaller than the screens of 86.5% of smartphones and equal to those of 1.1% of smartphones.
Screen resolution
1080x 2340 px
This smartphone has a screen resolution of 1080x2340 px which is lower than that of 68.4% of smartphones and equal to that of 6.1% of smartphones.
Pixel density
403 ppi
Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
This smartphone has a pixel density of 403 ppi which is higher than that of 63.9% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.9% of smartphones.
Display type
OLED/AMOLED
This smartphone uses a OLED/AMOLED display type. 58.6% of smartphones use this display technology.
Refresh rate
60 Hz
Market range: <60 Hz – >144 Hz
This smartphone supports a refresh rate of 60 Hz which is lower than in 84.3% of smartphones and equal to that in 15.7% of smartphones.
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Battery capacity
4,000 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
This smartphone has a battery capacity of 4,000 mAh which is smaller than the batteries in 90.2% of smartphones and equal to those in 2.6% of smartphones.
Charging speed
15 W
Market range: <15 W – >90 W
This smartphone supports charging speeds of 15 W which is slower than in 87.7% of smartphones and equal to speeds in 5.9% of smartphones.
Fast charging
yes
This smartphone supports fast charging. 93.1% of smartphones support fast charging.
GSMArena full wired charge time
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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
yes
This smartphone includes an FM radio. 34.2% of smartphones offer FM radio functionality.
aptX Lossless
no
This smartphone does not support aptX Lossless. 12.9% of smartphones provide aptX Lossless.
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Height
158.5 mm
Market range: <156.2 mm – >171.56 mm
This smartphone has a height of 158.5 mm which is shorter than 84.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.4% of smartphones.
Width
74.7 mm
Market range: <73.1 mm – >81 mm
This smartphone has a width of 74.7 mm which is narrower than 74.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.4% of smartphones.
Thickness
7.7 mm
Market range: <7.53 mm – >10.5 mm
This smartphone has a thickness of 7.7 mm which is thinner than 82.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 2.8% of smartphones.
Weight
166 g
Market range: <175 g – >256 g
This smartphone weighs 166 g which is lighter than 95% of smartphones and equal to the weight of 0.3% of smartphones.
Device volume
81,844 cm³
Market range: <80 cm³ – >190 cm³
This smartphone has a device volume of 81,844 cm³ which is smaller than 91.3% of smartphones.
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Samsung Galaxy A50 (4GB + 128GB) vs the average smartphone

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  • Supports HDR10 support
    This smartphone supports HDR10, the average smartphone does not. 42.7% of smartphones are HDR10 compatible.
  • Uses a BSI sensor
    This smartphone uses a BSI sensor, the average smartphone does not. 40.5% of smartphones include BSI sensors.
  • 2 more memory channels
    This smartphone has more memory channels than the average smartphone (4 vs 2). The average smartphone has 2 memory channels.
    4 vs 2
  • Has an always-on display
    This smartphone features an always-on display, the average smartphone does not. 49.2% of smartphones offer always-on functionality.
  • 33.3% lower TDP
    This smartphone has a lower TDP than the average smartphone (8 W vs 6 W). The average TDP for smartphones is 6 W.
    8 W vs 6 W
  • Supports ANT+
    This smartphone supports ANT+ technology, the average smartphone does not. 6% of smartphones are ANT+ compatible.
  • 15.4% lighter
    This smartphone is lighter than the average smartphone (166 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    166 g vs 196.2 g
  • 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.
  • 13.7% higher user score
    User score
    9.1/ 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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    the average smartphone
    Samsung Galaxy A50 (4GB + 128GB) has a higher user score than the average smartphone (9.10 vs 8.000).
    9.1 vs 8
  • 83.9% more popular
    Samsung Galaxy A50 (4GB + 128GB) is more popular than the average smartphone (10 vs 5.4).
    10 vs 5.44
  • 2 more memory channels
    This smartphone has more memory channels than the average smartphone (4 vs 2). The average smartphone has 2 memory channels.
    4 vs 2
  • 33.3% lower TDP
    This smartphone has a lower TDP than the average smartphone (8 W vs 6 W). The average TDP for smartphones is 6 W.
    8 W vs 6 W
  • Higher CPU base clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU base clock speed than the average smartphone (4x2.3 GHz & 4x1.7 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz). The average smartphone has a base clock speed of 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz.
    4x2.3 GHz & 4x1.7 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz
  • Uses a BSI sensor
    This smartphone uses a BSI sensor, the average smartphone does not. 40.5% of smartphones include BSI sensors.
  • Wider main camera aperture
    This smartphone has a wider main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.7 & f/2.2 & f/2.2 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4). The average smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4.
    f/1.7 & f/2.2 & f/2.2 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • 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
  • Higher front camera megapixels
    This smartphone has more front camera megapixels than the average smartphone (25 MP vs 16 MP). The average front camera has 16 MP megapixels.
    25 MP vs 16 MP
  • 0.1 µm larger main camera pixel size
    This smartphone has a larger main camera pixel size than the average smartphone (0.9 µm vs 0.8 µm). The average pixel size is 0.8 µm.
    0.9 µm vs 0.8 µm
  • Supports ANT+
    This smartphone supports ANT+ technology, the average smartphone does not. 6% of smartphones are ANT+ compatible.
  • 1 more external displays supported
    This smartphone supports more external displays than the average smartphone (2 vs 1). The average smartphone supports 1 external displays.
    2 vs 1
  • Supports HDR10 support
    This smartphone supports HDR10, the average smartphone does not. 42.7% of smartphones are HDR10 compatible.
  • Has an always-on display
    This smartphone features an always-on display, the average smartphone does not. 49.2% of smartphones offer always-on functionality.
  • 2% higher pixel density
    This smartphone has a higher pixel density than the average smartphone (403 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    403 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • 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.
  • Has FM radio
    This smartphone features an FM radio, the average smartphone does not. 34.2% of smartphones include an FM tuner.
  • 15.4% lighter
    This smartphone is lighter than the average smartphone (166 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    166 g vs 196.2 g
  • 5.1 mm shorter
    This smartphone is shorter than the average smartphone (158.5 mm vs 163.6 mm). The average smartphone height is 163.6 mm.
    158.5 mm vs 163.6 mm
  • 0.6 mm thinner
    This smartphone is thinner than the average smartphone (7.7 mm vs 8.3 mm). The average smartphone thickness is 8.3 mm.
    7.7 mm vs 8.3 mm
  • 1.3 mm narrower
    This smartphone is narrower than the average smartphone (74.7 mm vs 76 mm). The average smartphone width is 76 mm.
    74.7 mm vs 76 mm
  • 16.3% smaller volume
    This smartphone has a smaller device volume than the average smartphone (81844 cm³ vs 97800 cm³). The average smartphone volume is 97800 cm³.
    81,844 cm³ vs 97,800 cm³
  • Worse processor
    This smartphone uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (Samsung Exynos 9610 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    Samsung Exynos 9,610 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • 50% lower refresh rate
    This smartphone has a lower refresh rate than the average smartphone (60 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average smartphone has a refresh rate of 120 Hz.
    60 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • No 5G connectivity
    This smartphone does not support 5G connectivity, the average smartphone does. 66.9% of smartphones are 5G compatible.
  • Worse main camera video quality
    This smartphone records worse main camera video than the average smartphone. 11.80x of smartphones support 4K video recording.
    1080x30 fps vs 2160x30 fps
  • 36.6% smaller main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a smaller main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (20.3 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average smartphone sensor area is 32 mm².
    20.3 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • 31.6% slower GPU clock
    This smartphone has a lower GPU frequency than the average smartphone (650 MHz vs 950 MHz). The average smartphone has a GPU frequency of 950 MHz.
    650 MHz vs 950 MHz
  • 50% less storage
    This smartphone offers less internal storage than the average smartphone (128 GB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone includes 256 GB of internal storage.
    128 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
  • 12.2% worse value for money
    Samsung Galaxy A50 (4GB + 128GB) has worse value for money than the average smartphone (6.54 vs 7.3).
    6.54 vs 7.34
  • Worse processor
    This smartphone uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (Samsung Exynos 9610 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    Samsung Exynos 9,610 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • 31.6% slower GPU clock
    This smartphone has a lower GPU frequency than the average smartphone (650 MHz vs 950 MHz). The average smartphone has a GPU frequency of 950 MHz.
    650 MHz vs 950 MHz
  • 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
  • 50% less storage
    This smartphone offers less internal storage than the average smartphone (128 GB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone includes 256 GB of internal storage.
    128 GB vs 256 GB
  • 57.1% lower maximum RAM capacity
    This smartphone supports less maximum RAM than the average smartphone (6 GB vs 14 GB). The average smartphone supports 14 GB of RAM.
    6 GB vs 14 GB
  • 60.3% lower Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    This smartphone performs worse in Geekbench 6 single-core than the average smartphone (374 vs 942). The average smartphone scores 942 in the Geekbench 6 single-core test.
    374 vs 942
  • 66.7% larger process node
    This smartphone is manufactured on a larger process node than the average smartphone (10 nm vs 6 nm). The average smartphone uses a 6 nm process.
    10 nm vs 6 nm
  • 76.1% lower 3DMark Wild Life benchmark
    This smartphone performs worse in the 3DMark Wild Life benchmark than the average smartphone (746 vs 3,115). The average smartphone scores 3,115 in this benchmark.
    746 vs 3,115
  • 41.8% slower memory speed
    This smartphone has a lower memory speed than the average smartphone (1600 MHz vs 2750 MHz). The average smartphone has a memory speed of 2750 MHz.
    1,600 MHz vs 2,750 MHz
  • 56.6% lower Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    This smartphone performs worse in Geekbench 6 multi-core than the average smartphone (1,099 vs 2,533). The average smartphone scores 2,533 in the Geekbench 6 multi-core test.
    1,099 vs 2,533
  • 64.5% lower PassMark single-core benchmark
    This smartphone has a lower PassMark single-core score than the average smartphone (351 vs 988). The average smartphone scores 988 for single-core performance.
    351 vs 988
  • 52.8% lower PassMark benchmark
    This smartphone has a lower PassMark score than the average smartphone (2073 vs 4,389). The average smartphone scores 4,389 in PassMark.
    2,073 vs 4,389
  • 80.4% lower 3DMark Wild Life Unlimited benchmark
    This smartphone scores lower in 3DMark Wild Life Unlimited than the average smartphone (748 vs 3,825). The average smartphone scores 3,825.
    748 vs 3,825
  • 53.4% lower memory bandwidth
    This smartphone has lower memory bandwidth than the average smartphone (11.9 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s). The average smartphone has a bandwidth of 25.6 GB/s.
    11.92 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s
  • 85.9% fewer shader units
    This smartphone includes fewer shader units than the average smartphone (36 vs 256). The average smartphone has 256 shader units.
    36 vs 256
  • 4.2% lower CPU boost clock speed
    This smartphone has a lower CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (2.3 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    2.3 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • 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 9 Pie vs Android 14). The average smartphone runs Android version Android 14.
    Android 9 Pie vs Android 14
  • No location privacy controls
    This smartphone does not offer location privacy controls, the average smartphone does. 88% of smartphones include location privacy features.
  • Lacks app tracking protection
    This smartphone does not have app tracking protection, the average smartphone does. 70.2% of smartphones include app tracking protection.
  • Lacks focus mode
    This smartphone does not have a focus mode, the average smartphone does. 60.4% of smartphones include a dedicated focus mode.
  • No camera/mic privacy toggles
    This smartphone lacks camera and microphone privacy toggles, the average smartphone includes them. 87% of smartphones offer these toggles.
  • No Wi-Fi password sharing
    This smartphone does not support Wi-Fi password sharing, the average smartphone does. 57.9% of smartphones allow easy Wi-Fi sharing.
  • No battery health monitoring
    This smartphone lacks battery health monitoring, the average smartphone includes it. 66.3% of smartphones provide battery health stats.
  • Does not allow app offloading
    This smartphone does not support app offloading, the average smartphone does. 51.9% of smartphones support app offloading to save space.
  • No scrolling screenshot support
    This smartphone does not support scrolling screenshots, the average smartphone does. 81.1% of smartphones allow scrolling screenshots.
  • No theme customization
    This smartphone does not support theme customization, the average smartphone does. 91% of smartphones allow theme customization.
  • No offline voice commands
    This smartphone does not support offline voice commands, the average smartphone does. 90.4% of smartphones offer offline voice control.
  • Does not allow play while downloading
    This smartphone cannot play games while downloading, the average smartphone can. 77.3% of smartphones support play-while-downloading.
  • No dynamic theme support
    This smartphone does not support dynamic themes, the average smartphone does. 81.9% of smartphones support dynamic theming.
  • Lacks extra dim mode
    This smartphone does not have extra dim mode, the average smartphone does. 82.5% of smartphones offer extra dimming features.
  • Worse main camera video quality
    This smartphone records worse main camera video than the average smartphone. 11.80x of smartphones support 4K video recording.
    1080x30 fps vs 2160x30 fps
  • 36.6% smaller main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a smaller main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (20.3 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average smartphone sensor area is 32 mm².
    20.3 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • Lower-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a lower-resolution main camera than the average smartphone (25 MP & 8 MP & 5 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone has a 50 MP & 8 MP main camera.
    25 MP & 8 MP & 5 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • 36.7% lower DxOMark Mobile score
    This smartphone has a lower DxOMark Mobile score than the average smartphone (76 vs 120). The average smartphone scores 120.
    76 vs 120
  • No 5G connectivity
    This smartphone does not support 5G connectivity, the average smartphone does. 66.9% of smartphones are 5G compatible.
  • Older Bluetooth version
    This smartphone uses an older Bluetooth version than the average smartphone (5 vs 5.2). The average smartphone uses Bluetooth 5.2.
    5.0 vs 5.2
  • 50% lower refresh rate
    This smartphone has a lower refresh rate than the average smartphone (60 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average smartphone has a refresh rate of 120 Hz.
    60 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • 0.27 inches inch smaller screen size
    This smartphone has a smaller screen size than the average smartphone (6.4 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone has a screen size of 6.67 inches.
    6.4 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • 36.4% lower screen brightness
    This smartphone has a lower screen brightness than the average smartphone (420 nits vs 660 nits). The average smartphone has a brightness of 660 nits.
    420 nits vs 660 nits
  • Lower screen resolution
    This smartphone has a lower screen resolution than the average smartphone (1080x2340 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone has a resolution of 1080x2400 px.
    1080x2340 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • Worse display glass type
    This smartphone uses a worse display glass type than the average smartphone (Corning Gorilla Glass 3 vs Corning Gorilla Glass 5). 0.00% of smartphones use the better glass type.
    Corning Gorilla Glass 3 vs Corning Gorilla Glass 5
  • 20% smaller battery capacity
    This smartphone has a smaller battery capacity than the average smartphone (4000 mAh vs 5000 mAh). The average smartphone has a capacity of 5000 mAh.
    4,000 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • 54.5% slower charging speed
    This smartphone has a slower charging speed than the average smartphone (15 W vs 33 W). The average smartphone charges at 33 W.
    15 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.
  • 27.5% lower French repairability index
    This smartphone has a lower French repairability index than the average smartphone (5.8 vs 8). The average smartphone scores 8.
    5.8 vs 8
  • 5 year/s older release date
    This smartphone is an older model than the average smartphone (2019 vs 2024). 5.00% of smartphones were released more recently.
    February 2019
    2019 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

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androidheadlines.com
25/11/2019
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Samsung Galaxy A50 Review – A Smartly Made Mid-Range Flagship
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androidauthority.com
02/02/2021
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hardwarecanucks.com
11/08/2019
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consumerreports.org
29/10/2019
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Samsung Galaxy A50 Is a Bargain Smartphone With Great Features
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gizmodo.com
18/07/2019
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Samsung Galaxy A50 Review: The New Budget Smartphone to Beat
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techradar.com
14/03/2019
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consumerreports.org
2019
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pcmag.com
07/01/2020
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digitaltrends.com
27/11/2019
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Samsung Galaxy A50 review: Value flagship Digital Trends
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tomsguide.com
19/11/2019
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cnet.com
11/08/2019
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Samsung Galaxy A50 review: Still one of the best budget phones CNET
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lesnumeriques.com
19/04/2005
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Samsung Galaxy A50 Review: It has almost everything to love
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cnetfrance.fr
30/04/2019
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Samsung A50 Review: A balanced mid-ranger that lacks punch
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tweakers.net
07/04/2019
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tweakers.net
27/02/2019
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Samsung Galaxy A50 Preview - The affordable class below the S10 series
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want.nl
14/11/2019
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Samsung Galaxy A50: A Safe Bet
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androidplanet.nl
26/07/2019
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Samsung Galaxy A50 review: Galaxy S10 alternative offers a lot for a little
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fwd.nl
08/05/2019
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galaxyclub.nl
02/04/2019
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Samsung Galaxy A50 review: best mid-range Galaxy so far
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androidworld.nl
12/04/2019
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Samsung Galaxy A50 review: a top performer with few flaws
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Third-party reviews

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Reviews last updated: August 2026 · How we calculate this

What we like about Samsung Galaxy A50 (4GB + 128GB)

  • Gorgeous Super AMOLED display with vibrant colors and deep blacks
  • Excellent battery life, often lasting a full day or more on a single charge
  • Sleek and attractive 'Glasstic' design that mimics flagship looks
  • Includes a 3.5mm headphone jack and expandable storage via microSD
  • Decent daylight camera performance, particularly with the wide-angle lens
  • Affordable mid-range price point offering good overall value

What we don't like about Samsung Galaxy A50 (4GB + 128GB)

  • In-display optical fingerprint sensor is frequently slow and unreliable
  • Laggy or inconsistent performance during heavy multitasking or intensive gaming
  • Single bottom-firing speaker is tinny and lacks bass
  • Poor low-light camera quality with noticeable noise and loss of detail
  • Lack of official IP-rated water and dust resistance
  • Plastic build is prone to picking up nicks and scratches easily

Verdict

The Samsung Galaxy A50 (4GB + 128GB) is a mid-range smartphone from 2019, primarily characterized by its 6.4-inch Super AMOLED Infinity-U display and in-display optical fingerprint sensor. Key pros include the vibrant screen quality, capable 25MP main triple-camera system, robust 4,000mAh battery for extended use, and decent internal storage capacity which is also expandable via microSD. However, potential drawbacks often noted were its plastic build quality, which can feel less premium than glass alternatives, and the Exynos 9610 processor which, while adequate for daily use, may show slowdowns during intensive gaming sessions or heavy multitasking.

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