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Samsung Galaxy A70 (6GB + 128GB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£370RAM capacity:6 GBInternal storage:128 GBScreen size:6.7 inchesMain camera megapixels:50 MP & 12 MP & 5 MP

Samsung Galaxy A70 (6GB + 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.

6.3/10

Overall score

Score
6.3/ 10
✕
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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 68% of models
Score components

90%

6.1

Technical score

10%

8.1

User score

▼Worse than 68% of smartphones
6.9

Value for money

Value for money
6.9/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 84% of models
Score components

70%

6.3

Overall score

30%

8.6

Price

▼Worse than 84%
6.1

Technical score

Technical score
6.1/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 71% of models
Score components

25%

5.4

Performance & Hardware

18%

6.8

Camera

15%

5.4

Display

15%

5.8

Battery

10%

7.2

Software

10%

7.7

Connectivity

4%

3.8

Audio

3%

5.2

Design

▼Worse than 71%
8.1

User score

User score
8.1/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 68% of models
Score components

70%

8.0

User ratings

30%

8.1

Number of reviews

▲Better than 68%
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Technical Specifications of smartphone Samsung Galaxy A70 (6GB + 128GB)

Technical score
Technical score
6.1/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 71% of models
Score components:

25%

5.4

Performance & Hardware

18%

6.8

Camera

15%

5.4

Display

15%

5.8

Battery

10%

7.2

Software

10%

7.7

Connectivity

4%

3.8

Audio

3%

5.2

Design

6.1
User score
User score
8.1/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 68% of models
Score components

70%

8.0

User ratings

30%

8.1

Number of reviews

8.1
Popularity
Popularity
8.1/ 10
✕
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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 77% of models
Popularity:
Samsung Galaxy A70 (6GB + 128GB) has a popularity of 8.1 points, which is higher than 77.3% of smartphones.
8.1
Value for money
Value for money
6.9/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 84% of models
Score components:

70%

6.3

Overall score

30%

8.6

Price

6.9
Brand name
Samsung
Processor model
Qualcomm Snapdragon 675
This smartphone uses the Qualcomm Snapdragon 675 processor model which is slower than processors in 75.6% of smartphones and equal to processors in 0.1% of smartphones.
RAM capacity
6 GB
Market range: <4 GB – >16 GB
This smartphone has a RAM capacity of 6 GB which is smaller than the RAM capacity of 71.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 10.8% 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
2.4 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 & 12 MP & 5 MP
Market range: <10 – >100
This smartphone has a main camera resolution of 50 MP & 12 MP & 5 MP which is higher than that of 57.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.2% of smartphones.
Main camera aperture
f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4
This smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 which is wider than that of 53.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 10.7% of smartphones.
Main camera sensor area
32 mm²
Market range: <19.7 mm² – >71.4 mm²
This smartphone has a main camera sensor area of 32 mm² which is larger than the main camera sensor area of 42.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 8.2% of smartphones.
Main camera pixel size
0.8 µm
Market range: <0.64 µm – >1.22 µm
This smartphone has a main camera pixel size of 0.8 µm which is larger than in 35.5% of smartphones and equal to the size in 21.9% of smartphones.
1.6 binned
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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
yes
This smartphone supports 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
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
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
yes
This smartphone includes stereo speakers. 64.4% of smartphones provide stereo audio.
3.5 mm headphone jack
no
This smartphone does not include 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
no
This smartphone does not include 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
164.3 mm
Market range: <156.2 mm – >171.56 mm
This smartphone has a height of 164.3 mm which is taller than 61.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.1% of smartphones.
Width
76.7 mm
Market range: <73.1 mm – >81 mm
This smartphone has a width of 76.7 mm which is wider than 67.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.5% of smartphones.
Thickness
7.9 mm
Market range: <7.53 mm – >10.5 mm
This smartphone has a thickness of 7.9 mm which is thinner than 72.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 5% of smartphones.
Weight
183 g
Market range: <175 g – >256 g
This smartphone weighs 183 g which is lighter than 82.3% of smartphones and equal to the weight of 0.9% of smartphones.
Device volume
87,248 cm³
Market range: <80 cm³ – >190 cm³
This smartphone has a device volume of 87,248 cm³ which is smaller than 75.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.3% of smartphones.
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Samsung Galaxy A70 (6GB + 128GB) vs the average smartphone

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  • Has optical image stabilization
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • Newer DDR memory version
    This smartphone supports a newer DDR version than the average smartphone (5 vs 4). The average DDR version is 4.
    5 vs 4
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 16.7% smaller process node
    This smartphone uses a smaller process node than the average smartphone (5 nm vs 6 nm). The average process node size is 6 nm.
    5 nm vs 6 nm
  • Newer Wi-Fi version
    This smartphone supports a newer Wi-Fi version than the average smartphone (Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)). The average smartphone uses Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n).
    Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
  • Higher front camera megapixels
    This smartphone has more front camera megapixels than the average smartphone (32 MP vs 16 MP). The average front camera has 16 MP megapixels.
    32 MP vs 16 MP
  • 49.2% more popular
    Samsung Galaxy A70 (6GB + 128GB) is more popular than the average smartphone (8.11 vs 5.4).
    8.11 vs 5.44
  • 0.7% higher user score
    User score
    8.1/ 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
    ▼
    ▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    Samsung Galaxy A70
    the average smartphone
    Samsung Galaxy A70 (6GB + 128GB) has a higher user score than the average smartphone (8.05 vs 8).
    8.05 vs 8
  • Newer DDR memory version
    This smartphone supports a newer DDR version than the average smartphone (5 vs 4). The average DDR version is 4.
    5 vs 4
  • 16.7% smaller process node
    This smartphone uses a smaller process node than the average smartphone (5 nm vs 6 nm). The average process node size is 6 nm.
    5 nm vs 6 nm
  • Higher CPU base clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU base clock speed than the average smartphone (4x2.4 GHz & 4x2 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz). The average smartphone has a base clock speed of 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz.
    4x2.4 GHz & 4x2 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz
  • 16.4% faster memory speed
    This smartphone supports faster memory speed than the average smartphone (3,200 MHz vs 2,750 MHz). The average smartphone supports 2,750 MHz memory speed.
    3,200 MHz vs 2,750 MHz
  • Has optical image stabilization
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • Uses a BSI sensor
    This smartphone uses a BSI sensor, the average smartphone does not. 40.5% of smartphones include BSI sensors.
  • Higher front camera megapixels
    This smartphone has more front camera megapixels than the average smartphone (32 MP vs 16 MP). The average front camera has 16 MP megapixels.
    32 MP vs 16 MP
  • Higher-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a higher main camera resolution than the average smartphone (50 MP & 12 MP & 5 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone main camera has 50 MP & 8 MP megapixels.
    50 MP & 12 MP & 5 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • Newer Wi-Fi version
    This smartphone supports a newer Wi-Fi version than the average smartphone (Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)). The average smartphone uses Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n).
    Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
  • Newer Bluetooth version
    This smartphone supports a newer Bluetooth version than the average smartphone (5.3 vs 5.2). The average version is Bluetooth 5.2.
    5.3 vs 5.2
  • 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.
  • 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
  • Higher GSMArena battery life endurance score
    This smartphone has a higher GSMArena battery life endurance score than the average smartphone (103 vs 99.5). The average endurance score is 99.5.
    103 vs 99.5
  • 6.7% lighter
    This smartphone is lighter than the average smartphone (183 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    183 g vs 196.2 g
  • 0.4 mm thinner
    This smartphone is thinner than the average smartphone (7.9 mm vs 8.3 mm). The average smartphone thickness is 8.3 mm.
    7.9 mm vs 8.3 mm
  • Worse processor
    This smartphone uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (Qualcomm Snapdragon 675 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 675 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
  • 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
  • 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.
  • 87% lower 3DMark Wild Life benchmark
    This smartphone performs worse in the 3DMark Wild Life benchmark than the average smartphone (405 vs 3,115). The average smartphone scores 3,115 in this benchmark.
    405 vs 3,115
  • No LDAC support
    This smartphone does not support LDAC, the average smartphone does. 60.3% of smartphones support LDAC.
  • 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
  • Lacks app tracking protection
    This smartphone does not have app tracking protection, the average smartphone does. 70.2% of smartphones include app tracking protection.
  • 5.6% worse value for money
    Samsung Galaxy A70 (6GB + 128GB) has worse value for money than the average smartphone (6.95 vs 7.3).
    6.95 vs 7.34
  • 42.3% more expensive
    Samsung Galaxy A70 (6GB + 128GB) is more expensive than the average smartphone (£370 vs £260).
    £370 vs £260
  • Worse processor
    This smartphone uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (Qualcomm Snapdragon 675 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 675 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • 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
  • 87% lower 3DMark Wild Life benchmark
    This smartphone performs worse in the 3DMark Wild Life benchmark than the average smartphone (405 vs 3,115). The average smartphone scores 3,115 in this benchmark.
    405 vs 3,115
  • 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
  • 2 GB less RAM
    This smartphone has less RAM than the average smartphone (6 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    6 GB vs 8 GB
  • 89.4% lower 3DMark Wild Life Unlimited benchmark
    This smartphone scores lower in 3DMark Wild Life Unlimited than the average smartphone (405 vs 3,825). The average smartphone scores 3,825.
    405 vs 3,825
  • Lacks NX Bit security
    This smartphone does not support NX Bit, the average smartphone does. 94.6% of smartphones support NX Bit.
  • 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
  • 36.1% lower Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    This smartphone performs worse in Geekbench 6 multi-core than the average smartphone (1,618 vs 2,533). The average smartphone scores 2,533 in the Geekbench 6 multi-core test.
    1,618 vs 2,533
  • Lacks ARM TrustZone
    This smartphone does not support ARM TrustZone, the average smartphone does. 98% of smartphones support ARM TrustZone.
  • 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.
  • Lacks app tracking protection
    This smartphone does not have app tracking protection, the average smartphone does. 70.2% of smartphones include app tracking protection.
  • 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/2.2 & 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/2.2 & f/2.4 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • 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
  • 286.5 nits lower GSMArena max display brightness
    This smartphone has a lower GSMArena max display brightness than the average smartphone (607 nits vs 893.5 nits). The average smartphone scores 893.5 nits.
    607 nits vs 893.5 nits
  • 75% lower touch sampling rate
    This smartphone has a lower touch sampling rate than the average smartphone (60 Hz vs 240 Hz). The average smartphone has a sampling rate of 240 Hz.
    60 Hz vs 240 Hz
  • 393 nits lower peak brightness
    This smartphone has a lower peak brightness than the average smartphone (607 nits vs 1,000 nits). The average smartphone peak brightness is 1,000 nits.
    607 nits vs 1,000 nits
  • 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
  • 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
  • 8% lower screen brightness
    This smartphone has a lower screen brightness than the average smartphone (607 nits vs 660 nits). The average smartphone has a brightness of 660 nits.
    607 nits vs 660 nits
  • 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 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.
  • 45% lower French repairability index
    This smartphone has a lower French repairability index than the average smartphone (4.4 vs 8). The average smartphone scores 8.
    4.4 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.
    March 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
  • 0.7 mm wider
    This smartphone is wider than the average smartphone (76.7 mm vs 76 mm). The average smartphone has a width of 76 mm.
    76.7 mm vs 76 mm
  • 0.7 mm taller
    This smartphone is taller than the average smartphone (164.3 mm vs 163.6 mm). The average smartphone has a height of 163.6 mm.
    164.3 mm vs 163.6 mm

Video reviews

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

7.0
GadgetRevNow
≈ estimated
11/03/2021
Hands-on review · performance, battery, screen and camera tests
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy A70 is still a great phone in 2021, but it makes compromises; best for casual users rather than gamers.
9.0
PRISTINE TECH
≈ estimated
09/09/2019
Camera showcase · rear and selfie sample shots
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy A70 has excellent camera quality for the price, a strong buy compared with flagship models.
4.0
Gadget Lover
≈ estimated
23/08/2019
Unboxing and quick review · fingerprint, face unlock and camera tests
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy A70 is not recommended at this price, given its weak fingerprint unlock and disappointing camera.
9.0
Oscarmini
≈ estimated
18/08/2019
Long-term test · seven days as daily driver
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy A70 is a premium-looking phone with a great display and battery, worth checking out, especially if you want Samsung.
9.0
J. Williams
≈ estimated
27/07/2019
Gaming test · 24 minutes of continuous play
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy A70 is fairly good for demanding games, with no problems so far and only slight warmth.
8.0
Niv
≈ estimated
25/07/2019
Hands-on review · battery, camera and performance tests
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy A70 is a good budget pick with strong battery life, though its camera and face unlock have clear limits.
9.0
Henry O
≈ estimated
17/07/2019
Hands-on review · camera samples and charging test
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy A70 has a near-flagship feel at a budget price, a good buy for people who upgrade every couple of years.
7.0
SoyaCincau
≈ estimated
26/06/2019
Hands-on review · weeks of daily use · battery and camera tests
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy A70 is a strong pick if battery life matters most, though the camera, fingerprint sensor and price disappoint.
8.0
JoelsterG4K
≈ estimated
14/06/2019
Hands-on review · gaming, camera, display and software tests
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy A70 is a great budget option with fast face unlock, though the fingerprint sensor is unreliable.
9.0
Nick Ackerman
≈ estimated
12/06/2019
Hands-on review · battery, calls and daily use
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy A70 is a great mid-range phone for battery and value, though US LTE support is weak.
9.0
Geeky Stuff
≈ estimated
09/06/2019
Hands-on review · display, battery, camera and sound tests
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy A70 is a strong mid-range phone that is worth its price, with an under-screen fingerprint sensor that needs work.
8.0
Nimit P
≈ estimated
03/06/2019
Long-term review · about one month of daily use
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy A70 is a great phone with a bright display and long battery life, though it is a bit overpriced.
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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

androidauthority.com
07/06/2021
Hands-on review · Upper-mid range
Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy A70 is a long-lasting mid-range phone with a large, bright screen, but its average cameras and scratch-prone back hold it back.
techadvisor.com
03/12/2019
Full review · Affordable Samsung
Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy A70 is a good buy for video, with a huge OLED screen and very good battery, though its plastic build and cameras are compromises.
sammobile.com
16/05/2019
Hands-on review · Media-first mid-ranger
Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy A70 is a media-focused phone with a big screen and long battery life, but its slow fingerprint sensor and low-light photos hold it back.
mobilesyrup.com
05/08/2019
Real-world review · Battery-led mid-ranger
Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy A70 is a mid-range phone with a battery that lasts almost two days, but its overexposed daytime photos and slow fingerprint sensor fall short.
phoneyear.com
21/07/2019
Full review · Big-screen all-rounder
Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy A70 is a big phone that's easier to handle than its size suggests, with a bright screen, strong battery and smooth gaming.
trustedreviews.com
10/04/2019
Hands-on test · Budget OLED phone
Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy A70 is best for buyers wanting a big OLED screen and long battery life, though it is not the fastest phone.
gsmarena.com
24/05/2019
Full review · Big-battery mid-ranger
Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy A70 is a big-screen mid-range phone with a very large battery and fast charging, but it skips water and dust resistance.
fonearena.com
29/07/2019
Long-term test · Mid-range phone
Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy A70 suits media watchers with its big display and smooth One UI, though its fingerprint sensor is slow.
pocket-lint.com
10/04/2019
First impressions · Mid-range phone
Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy A70 is a slim phone with a big screen and large battery, though its camera and battery life were not yet tested.
reviews.org
19/08/2019
Long-form review · Mid-range phone
Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy A70 suits buyers who want a big phone on a budget, though its fingerprint sensor and missing night mode hold it back.
expertreviews.co.uk
02/10/2020
Lab test · Mid-range phone
Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy A70 is a long-lasting mid-range phone with a large screen and strong camera, though it is slower than the cheaper Galaxy A50.
top-for-phone.fr
13/08/2019
Detailed review · Big-screen gaming phone
Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy A70 is a big, bright phone for gaming that keeps a headphone jack, though it needs two hands and its speaker distorts at full volume.
android-mt.ouest-france.fr
08/09/2019
Full review · Mid-range phone
Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy A70 has a huge, excellent screen and battery life of more than a day, but weak photos let it down, especially at night.
lesnumeriques.com
30/05/2019
Lab test · Endurance phone
Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy A70 is a long-lasting phone with a large, well-calibrated screen, but it trails the Google Pixel 3a on photos.
01net.com
09/07/2019
Lab test · Big-screen phone
Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy A70 is a light large-screen phone with an excellent display and very long battery life, but its camera and fingerprint sensor disappoint.
L
leclaireur.fnac.com
28/09/2019
Summary of the review
Samsung Galaxy A70 Lab Test: A Beautiful Screen and Long-Lasting Battery Life
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frandroid.com
01/06/2019
Full review · Battery and benchmarks
Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy A70 has a very good AMOLED screen and two days of battery life, but weak low-light photos and modest gaming performance hold it back.
phonandroid.com
15/06/2019
Hands-on test · Mid-range phone
Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy A70 excels with its AMOLED screen, long battery and One UI, but modest performance and a disappointing camera hold it back.
universfreebox.com
05/12/2019
Full review · Everyday mid-ranger
Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy A70 is a large, well-balanced phone whose screen, battery and One UI suit most users, though selfies and mono sound are weak.
test-achats.be
Not Dated
Lab test · Mid-range phone
Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy A70 offers a long-lasting battery and big screen, but it failed the drop test and its front camera is weak.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Samsung Galaxy A70 (6GB + 128GB)

  • Large and vibrant 6.7-inch Super AMOLED display ideal for multimedia
  • Exceptional battery life from the 4,500mAh cell, often lasting two full days
  • Fast 25W charging support for quick power top-ups
  • Reliable day-to-day performance with the Snapdragon 675 and 6GB RAM
  • Retains practical features like a 3.5mm headphone jack and dedicated microSD slot
  • Clean and intuitive user experience via Samsung's One UI

What customers don't like about Samsung Galaxy A70 (6GB + 128GB)

  • Slow and often inaccurate in-display optical fingerprint sensor
  • Mediocre camera performance in low-light conditions
  • Weak and quiet single bottom-firing loudspeaker
  • Lack of any video stabilization (OIS or EIS) at higher resolutions
  • Plastic 'Glasstic' build feels less premium and is prone to scratches
  • No official water or dust resistance rating

Verdict

The Samsung Galaxy A70 (6GB + 128GB) is a large-screen, mid-range smartphone from 2019, primarily characterized by its expansive 6.7-inch Super AMOLED display and a substantial 4,500mAh battery supporting 25W fast charging. It runs on the capable Snapdragon 675 octa-core processor and includes 6GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage, expandable via microSD. A key strength (pro) is the versatile triple-lens camera system on the rear (32MP main sensor), delivering bright and detailed photos in good lighting conditions. However, performance can occasionally stutter under heavy load (con), and the in-display fingerprint sensor is often slow and inconsistent (con).

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