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Samsung Galaxy S10 Plus (8GB + 128GB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£230RAM capacity:8 GBInternal storage:128 GBScreen size:6.4 inchesMain camera megapixels:16 MP & 12 MP & 12 MP

Samsung Galaxy S10 Plus (8GB + 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 S10 Plus (8GB + 128GB)
7.0/10

Overall score

Score
7.0/ 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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Score components

90%

6.7

Technical score

10%

9.1

User score

â–²Better than 59% of smartphones
7.7

Value for money

Value for money
7.7/ 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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Score components

70%

7.0

Overall score

30%

9.3

Price

â–²Better than 72%
6.7

Technical score

Technical score
6.7/ 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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Score components

25%

5.7

Performance & Hardware

18%

8.1

Camera

15%

6.5

Display

15%

5.9

Battery

10%

7.6

Software

10%

7.3

Connectivity

4%

7.2

Audio

3%

6.8

Design

â–²Better than 54%
9.1

User score

User score
9.1/ 10
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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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Score components

70%

9.0

User ratings

30%

9.5

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
★Better than 95%
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Technical Specifications of smartphone Samsung Galaxy S10 Plus (8GB + 128GB)

Technical score
Technical score
6.7/ 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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Score components:

25%

5.7

Performance & Hardware

18%

8.1

Camera

15%

6.5

Display

15%

5.9

Battery

10%

7.6

Software

10%

7.3

Connectivity

4%

7.2

Audio

3%

6.8

Design

6.7
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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Score components

70%

9.0

User ratings

30%

9.5

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
9.1
Popularity
Popularity
9.5/ 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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Popularity:
Samsung Galaxy S10 Plus (8GB + 128GB) has a popularity of 9.5 points, which is higher than 90.1% of smartphones.
9.5
Value for money
Value for money
7.7/ 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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Score components:

70%

7.0

Overall score

30%

9.3

Price

7.7
Brand name
Samsung
Processor model
Samsung Exynos 9820
This smartphone uses the Samsung Exynos 9820 processor which is faster than processors in 53.4% of smartphones and equal to processors in 0.2% of smartphones.
RAM capacity
8 GB
This smartphone has a RAM capacity of 8 GB which is larger than the RAM capacity of 28.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 30.4% of smartphones.
Internal storage
128 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
2.7 GHz
The CPU boost clock speed of this smartphone is 2.7 GHz which is higher than the boost speed of 62.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.9% 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
16 MP & 12 MP & 12 MP
This smartphone has a main camera resolution of 16 MP & 12 MP & 12 MP which is lower than that of 86.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.3% of smartphones.
Main camera aperture
f/1.5 & f/2.2 & f/2.4
This smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.5 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 which is wider than that of 97.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.2% of smartphones.
Main camera sensor area
31.4 mm²
This smartphone has a main camera sensor area of 31.4 mm² which is smaller than the main camera sensor area of 57.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 5.8% of smartphones.
Main camera pixel size
1.4 µm
This smartphone has a main camera pixel size of 1.4 µm which is larger than in 92.7% of smartphones and equal to the size in 4% of smartphones.
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Number of SIM slots
2
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
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
1440x 3040 px
This smartphone has a screen resolution of 1440x3040 px which is higher than that of 93.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.2% of smartphones.
Pixel density
526 ppi
This smartphone has a pixel density of 526 ppi which is higher than that of 97.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.6% 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
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
4,100 mAh
This smartphone has a battery capacity of 4,100 mAh which is smaller than the batteries in 89.3% of smartphones and equal to those in 0.2% of smartphones.
Charging speed
15 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
100 min
This smartphone reaches a full wired charge in 100 min which is slower than 84.3% of smartphones and equal to the time of 1.8% of smartphones.
Wireless charging
yes
This smartphone supports 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
yes
This smartphone includes a 3.5 mm headphone jack. 45.5% of smartphones offer this port.
Number of microphones
2
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
157.6 mm
This smartphone has a height of 157.6 mm which is shorter than 87.6% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
Width
74.1 mm
This smartphone has a width of 74.1 mm which is narrower than 81.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.7% of smartphones.
Thickness
7.8 mm
This smartphone has a thickness of 7.8 mm which is thinner than 77.4% of smartphones and equal to that of 4.2% of smartphones.
Weight
175 g
This smartphone weighs 175 g which is lighter than 89.9% of smartphones and equal to the weight of 0.8% of smartphones.
Device volume
81,326 cm³
This smartphone has a device volume of 81,326 cm³ which is smaller than 92% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.2% of smartphones.
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Samsung Galaxy S10 Plus (8GB + 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.
  • Supports wireless charging
    This smartphone supports wireless charging, the average smartphone does not. 25.2% of smartphones are wireless charging compatible.
  • Higher screen resolution
    This smartphone has a higher screen resolution than the average smartphone (1440x3040 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone resolution is 1080x2400 px.
    1440x3040 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • 2 x higher optical zoom
    This smartphone offers higher optical zoom than the average smartphone (2 x vs 0 x).
    2 x vs 0 x
  • 0.6 µm larger main camera pixel size
    This smartphone has a larger main camera pixel size than the average smartphone (1.4 µm vs 0.8 µm). The average pixel size is 0.8 µm.
    1.4 µm vs 0.8 µm
  • 33.2% higher pixel density
    This smartphone has a higher pixel density than the average smartphone (526 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    526 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • Supports reverse wireless charging
    This smartphone supports reverse wireless charging, the average smartphone does not. 23.6% of smartphones offer reverse wireless charging.
  • 50% lower TDP
    This smartphone has a lower TDP than the average smartphone (9 W vs 6 W). The average TDP for smartphones is 6 W.
    9 W vs 6 W
  • 14.3% higher user score
    User score
    9.1/ 10
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    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 S10 Plus
    the average smartphone
    Samsung Galaxy S10 Plus (8GB + 128GB) has a higher user score than the average smartphone (9.14 vs 8.000).
    9.14 vs 8
  • 74.8% more popular
    Samsung Galaxy S10 Plus (8GB + 128GB) is more popular than the average smartphone (9.51 vs 5.4).
    9.51 vs 5.44
  • 4.7% better value for money
    Samsung Galaxy S10 Plus (8GB + 128GB) has better value for money than the average smartphone (7.68 vs 7.3).
    7.68 vs 7.34
  • 50% lower TDP
    This smartphone has a lower TDP than the average smartphone (9 W vs 6 W). The average TDP for smartphones is 6 W.
    9 W vs 6 W
  • 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
  • Higher CPU base clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU base clock speed than the average smartphone (2x2.7 GHz & 2x2.3 GHz & 4x1.9 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz). The average smartphone has a base clock speed of 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz.
    2x2.7 GHz & 2x2.3 GHz & 4x1.9 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz
  • 12.5% higher CPU boost clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (2.7 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    2.7 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • Includes cross-site tracking protection
    This smartphone supports cross-site tracking prevention, the average smartphone does not. 32.2% of smartphones include this feature.
  • Supports desktop mode
    This smartphone includes desktop mode, the average smartphone does not. 9.4% of smartphones support desktop functionality.
  • Has optical image stabilization
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • 2 x higher optical zoom
    This smartphone offers higher optical zoom than the average smartphone (2 x vs 0 x).
    2 x vs 0 x
  • 0.6 µm larger main camera pixel size
    This smartphone has a larger main camera pixel size than the average smartphone (1.4 µm vs 0.8 µm). The average pixel size is 0.8 µm.
    1.4 µm vs 0.8 µm
  • Wider main camera aperture
    This smartphone has a wider main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.5 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 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/1.5 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • Supports RAW photo capture
    This smartphone supports RAW photo capture, the average smartphone does not. 37.1% of smartphones allow RAW files.
  • Uses a BSI sensor
    This smartphone uses a BSI sensor, the average smartphone does not. 40.5% of smartphones include BSI sensors.
  • Wider front camera aperture
    This smartphone has a wider front camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/2.2 & f/1.9 vs f/2.2). The average aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.2 & f/1.9 vs f/2.2
  • Has a multi-lens front camera
    This smartphone features a multi-lens front camera, the average smartphone does not. 18% of smartphones have multiple front lenses.
  • Supports 360° panorama
    This smartphone can capture 360° panoramas, the average smartphone cannot. 25.2% of smartphones support 360° panoramas.
  • Better main camera video
    This smartphone records better main camera video than the average smartphone. 22.60x of smartphones support 4K or higher.
    2160x60 fps vs 2160x30 fps
  • Allows manual shutter speed
    This smartphone allows manual shutter speed control, the average smartphone does not. 29.8% of smartphones include this.
  • 1 more flash LEDs
    This smartphone has more flash LEDs than the average smartphone (2 vs 1). The average smartphone has 1 flash LEDs.
    2 vs 1
  • Supports HDR10 video recording
    This smartphone supports HDR10 video recording, the average smartphone does not. 35.9% of smartphones support HDR10.
  • Has a dual-tone LED flash
    This smartphone features a dual-tone LED flash, the average smartphone does not. 41.4% of smartphones include dual-tone flash.
  • Has a heart rate monitor
    This smartphone features a heart rate monitor, the average smartphone does not. 4.9% of smartphones include a built-in heart rate sensor.
  • Newer USB version
    This smartphone supports a newer USB version than the average smartphone (3.1 vs 2). The average version is USB 2.0.
    3.1 vs 2.0
  • 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)
  • Supports ANT+
    This smartphone supports ANT+ technology, the average smartphone does not. 6% of smartphones are ANT+ compatible.
  • Has a barometer
    This smartphone features a barometer, the average smartphone does not. 19.9% of smartphones include a barometer.
  • Higher screen resolution
    This smartphone has a higher screen resolution than the average smartphone (1440x3040 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone resolution is 1080x2400 px.
    1440x3040 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • 33.2% higher pixel density
    This smartphone has a higher pixel density than the average smartphone (526 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    526 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • 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.
  • Higher contrast ratio
    This smartphone has a higher contrast ratio than the average smartphone (2000000:1 vs 1000000:1). The average smartphone contrast ratio is 1000000:1.
    AMOLED/OLED displays have an effectively infinite contrast ratio
    2,000,000:1 vs 1,000,000:1
  • Has a curved display
    This smartphone features a curved display, the average smartphone does not. 24.5% of smartphones have curved screens.
  • 19.1% higher screen brightness
    This smartphone has a higher screen brightness than the average smartphone (786 nits vs 660 nits). The average smartphone brightness is 660 nits.
    786 nits vs 660 nits
  • Better display glass type
    This smartphone features a better display glass type than the average smartphone (Corning Gorilla Glass 6 vs Corning Gorilla Glass 5). The average smartphone uses Corning Gorilla Glass 5 protection.
    Corning Gorilla Glass 6 vs Corning Gorilla Glass 5
  • 200 nits higher peak brightness
    This smartphone has a higher peak brightness than the average smartphone (1200 nits vs 1000 nits). The average peak brightness is 1000 nits.
    1,200 nits vs 1,000 nits
  • Supports wireless charging
    This smartphone supports wireless charging, the average smartphone does not. 25.2% of smartphones are wireless charging compatible.
  • Supports reverse wireless charging
    This smartphone supports reverse wireless charging, the average smartphone does not. 23.6% of smartphones offer reverse wireless charging.
  • 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.
  • Supports aptX
    This smartphone supports aptX, the average smartphone does not. 50% of smartphones are aptX compatible.
  • 1.5 m deeper water resistance
    This smartphone has a deeper water resistance rating than the average smartphone (1.5 m vs 0 m). The average depth rating is 0 m.
    1.5 m vs 0 m
  • 10.8% lighter
    This smartphone is lighter than the average smartphone (175 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    175 g vs 196.2 g
  • 6 mm shorter
    This smartphone is shorter than the average smartphone (157.6 mm vs 163.6 mm). The average smartphone height is 163.6 mm.
    157.6 mm vs 163.6 mm
  • 1.9 mm narrower
    This smartphone is narrower than the average smartphone (74.1 mm vs 76 mm). The average smartphone width is 76 mm.
    74.1 mm vs 76 mm
  • 0.5 mm thinner
    This smartphone is thinner than the average smartphone (7.8 mm vs 8.3 mm). The average smartphone thickness is 8.3 mm.
    7.8 mm vs 8.3 mm
  • Better IP rating
    This smartphone has a better IP rating than the average smartphone (IP68 vs IP67). The average IP rating is IP67.
    IP68 vs IP67
  • 16.8% smaller volume
    This smartphone has a smaller device volume than the average smartphone (81326 cm³ vs 97800 cm³). The average smartphone volume is 97800 cm³.
    81,326 cm³ vs 97,800 cm³
  • 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.
  • 36.8% slower GPU clock
    This smartphone has a lower GPU frequency than the average smartphone (600 MHz vs 950 MHz). The average smartphone has a GPU frequency of 950 MHz.
    600 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
  • 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.
  • 18% smaller battery capacity
    This smartphone has a smaller battery capacity than the average smartphone (4100 mAh vs 5000 mAh). The average smartphone has a capacity of 5000 mAh.
    4,100 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • Lower-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a lower-resolution main camera than the average smartphone (16 MP & 12 MP & 12 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone has a 50 MP & 8 MP main camera.
    16 MP & 12 MP & 12 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • 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
  • 36.8% slower GPU clock
    This smartphone has a lower GPU frequency than the average smartphone (600 MHz vs 950 MHz). The average smartphone has a GPU frequency of 950 MHz.
    600 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
  • Worse processor
    This smartphone uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (Samsung Exynos 9820 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    Samsung Exynos 9,820 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • 33.3% larger process node
    This smartphone is manufactured on a larger process node than the average smartphone (8 nm vs 6 nm). The average smartphone uses a 6 nm process.
    8 nm vs 6 nm
  • 50% less L3 cache
    This smartphone has a smaller L3 cache than the average smartphone (2048 KB vs 4096 KB). The average smartphone has an L3 cache of 4096 KB.
    2,048 KB vs 4,096 KB
  • Lacks NX Bit security
    This smartphone does not support NX Bit, the average smartphone does. 94.6% of smartphones support NX Bit.
  • 22.4% slower memory speed
    This smartphone has a lower memory speed than the average smartphone (2133 MHz vs 2750 MHz). The average smartphone has a memory speed of 2750 MHz.
    2,133 MHz vs 2,750 MHz
  • 14.3% lower maximum RAM capacity
    This smartphone supports less maximum RAM than the average smartphone (12 GB vs 14 GB). The average smartphone supports 14 GB of RAM.
    12 GB vs 14 GB
  • 39.6% lower 3DMark Steel Nomad benchmark
    This smartphone performs worse in 3DMark Steel Nomad than the average smartphone (367 vs 608). The average smartphone scores 608.
    367 vs 608
  • 8.1% lower Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    This smartphone performs worse in Geekbench 6 single-core than the average smartphone (866 vs 942). The average smartphone scores 942 in the Geekbench 6 single-core test.
    866 vs 942
  • 20.4% lower 3DMark Wild Life Unlimited benchmark
    This smartphone scores lower in 3DMark Wild Life Unlimited than the average smartphone (3,043 vs 3,825). The average smartphone scores 3,825.
    3,043 vs 3,825
  • 28.3% lower 3DMark Wild Life Extreme benchmark
    This smartphone scores lower in 3DMark Wild Life Extreme than the average smartphone (879 vs 1,226). The average smartphone scores 1,226.
    879 vs 1,226
  • 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 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Lower-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a lower-resolution main camera than the average smartphone (16 MP & 12 MP & 12 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone has a 50 MP & 8 MP main camera.
    16 MP & 12 MP & 12 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • Lower front camera megapixels
    This smartphone has lower front camera megapixels than the average smartphone (10 MP & 8 MP vs 16 MP). The average smartphone has a 16 MP front camera.
    10 MP & 8 MP vs 16 MP
  • 5.8% lower DxOMark Mobile score
    This smartphone has a lower DxOMark Mobile score than the average smartphone (113 vs 120). The average smartphone scores 120.
    113 vs 120
  • 1.9% smaller main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a smaller main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (31.4 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average smartphone sensor area is 32 mm².
    31.4 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • 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
  • 100.5 nits lower GSMArena max display brightness
    This smartphone has a lower GSMArena max display brightness than the average smartphone (793 nits vs 893.5 nits). The average smartphone scores 893.5 nits.
    793 nits vs 893.5 nits
  • 18% smaller battery capacity
    This smartphone has a smaller battery capacity than the average smartphone (4100 mAh vs 5000 mAh). The average smartphone has a capacity of 5000 mAh.
    4,100 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • 38 min slower full wired charge time
    This smartphone has a slower full wired charge time than the average smartphone (100 min vs 62 min). The average smartphone takes 62 min to charge.
    100 min vs 62 min
  • 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 reverse wired charging
    This smartphone does not support reverse wired charging, the average smartphone does. 60.8% of smartphones support reverse wired charging.
  • 25% slower wireless charging speed
    This smartphone has a slower wireless charging speed than the average smartphone (15 W vs 20 W). The average smartphone wireless charging speed is 20 W.
    15 W vs 20 W
  • 10% slower reverse wireless charging speed
    This smartphone has a slower reverse wireless charging speed than the average smartphone (4.5 W vs 5 W). The average smartphone speed is 5 W.
    4.5 W vs 5 W
  • 28.8% lower French repairability index
    This smartphone has a lower French repairability index than the average smartphone (5.7 vs 8). The average smartphone scores 8.
    5.7 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

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What we like about Samsung Galaxy S10 Plus (8GB + 128GB)

  • Industry-leading 6.4-inch Dynamic AMOLED display with exceptional brightness and color accuracy
  • Versatile triple rear camera system featuring a new ultra-wide lens and dual-aperture standard lens
  • Strong battery life from the 4,100 mAh cell, often lasting a full day or more
  • Retains popular legacy features including a 3.5mm headphone jack and microSD card expansion
  • Innovative Wireless PowerShare allows charging of other devices like wireless earbuds
  • High-end performance and smooth multitasking with the Snapdragon 855 processor and up to 12GB RAM
  • Modern, premium build with slim bezels and attractive color options like Prism White

What we don't like about Samsung Galaxy S10 Plus (8GB + 128GB)

  • Ultrasonic in-display fingerprint reader is often reported as slower and less accurate than physical sensors
  • Night and low-light photography lacks the clarity of competitors like Google's Night Sight
  • High initial launch price of $999+ made it a significant investment
  • Pill-shaped 'hole punch' camera cutout can be distracting and attracts fingerprint smudges
  • Exynos-powered models (sold outside the US) reported significantly lower battery endurance than Snapdragon variants
  • As of 2025, the device no longer receives official Android software or security updates
  • Curved edges are prone to accidental touches and phantom inputs

Verdict

The Samsung Galaxy S10 Plus (8GB + 128GB) is a high-end smartphone featuring a stunning 6.4-inch Dynamic AMOLED display with HDR10+ support, a powerful Snapdragon 855 or Exynos 9820 processor, and a versatile triple rear camera system (12MP wide, 12MP telephoto, 16MP ultrawide) in a premium, IP68 water-resistant build. Key pros include the phenomenal screen, solid all-day battery life (4,100mAh) with Wireless PowerShare, a traditional headphone jack, and expandable storage via microSD. Primary cons are that low-light photos are not as crisp as some competitors, the in-screen ultrasonic fingerprint reader can be inconsistent, and the initial price was very high.

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