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Samsung Galaxy S22 (8GB + 128GB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£750RAM capacity:8 GBInternal storage:128 GBScreen size:6.1 inchesMain camera megapixels:64 MP & 12 MP & 12 MP

Samsung Galaxy S22 (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 S22 (8GB + 128GB)
7.1/10

Overall score

Score
7.1/ 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–² Better than 62% of models
Score components

90%

6.9

Technical score

10%

8.8

User score

â–²Better than 62% of smartphones
6.9

Value for money

Value for money
6.9/ 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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â–¼ Worse than 84% of models
Score components

70%

7.1

Overall score

30%

6.6

Price

â–¼Worse than 84%
6.9

Technical score

Technical score
6.9/ 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–² Better than 59% of models
Score components

25%

6.9

Performance & Hardware

18%

8.7

Camera

15%

6.2

Display

15%

5.8

Battery

10%

5.4

Software

10%

7.7

Connectivity

4%

5.9

Audio

3%

8.1

Design

â–²Better than 59%
8.8

User score

User score
8.8/ 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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â–² Better than 87% of models
Score components

70%

8.3

User ratings

30%

9.8

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
â–²Better than 87%
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Technical Specifications of smartphone Samsung Galaxy S22 (8GB + 128GB)

Technical score
Technical score
6.9/ 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–² Better than 59% of models
Score components:

25%

6.9

Performance & Hardware

18%

8.7

Camera

15%

6.2

Display

15%

5.8

Battery

10%

5.4

Software

10%

7.7

Connectivity

4%

5.9

Audio

3%

8.1

Design

6.9
User score
User score
8.8/ 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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â–² Better than 87% of models
Score components

70%

8.3

User ratings

30%

9.8

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
8.8
Popularity
Popularity
9.8/ 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 93% of models
Popularity:
Samsung Galaxy S22 (8GB + 128GB) has a popularity of 9.8 points, which is higher than 92.6% of smartphones.
9.8
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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 84% of models
Score components:

70%

7.1

Overall score

30%

6.6

Price

6.9
Brand name
Samsung
Processor model
Samsung Exynos 2100
This smartphone uses the Samsung Exynos 2100 processor which is faster than processors in 69.6% of smartphones and equal to processors in 0.2% of smartphones.
RAM capacity
8 GB
Market range: <4 GB – >16 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
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
2.9 GHz
Market range: <2 GHz – >3.3 GHz
The CPU boost clock speed of this smartphone is 2.9 GHz which is higher than the boost speed of 74.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.4% of smartphones.
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Operating system
Android
This smartphone uses the Android operating system, which outperforms that of 1%.
Android 11
Android version
Android 11
This smartphone runs Android version Android 11 which is older than that found in 80.3% of smartphones and equal to that in 8.5% 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
64 MP & 12 MP & 12 MP
Market range: <10 – >100
This smartphone has a main camera resolution of 64 MP & 12 MP & 12 MP which is higher than that of 82.9% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.3% of smartphones.
Main camera aperture
?
Main camera sensor area
64 mm²
Market range: <19.7 mm² – >71.4 mm²
This smartphone has a main camera sensor area of 64 mm² which is larger than the main camera sensor area of 88% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.7% of smartphones.
Main camera pixel size
1 µm
Market range: <0.64 µm – >1.22 µm
This smartphone has a main camera pixel size of 1 µm which is larger than in 57.7% of smartphones and equal to the size in 20% 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
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
6.1 inches
Market range: <6.3 inches – >6.82 inches
This smartphone has a screen size of 6.1 inches which is smaller than the screens of 92.1% of smartphones and equal to those of 2% 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
425 ppi
Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
This smartphone has a pixel density of 425 ppi which is higher than that of 73% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
Display type
OLED/AMOLED
This smartphone uses a OLED/AMOLED display type. 58.6% of smartphones use this display technology.
Refresh rate
120 Hz
Market range: <60 Hz – >144 Hz
This smartphone supports a refresh rate of 120 Hz which is higher than in 34.7% of smartphones and equal to that in 55.2% of smartphones.
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Battery capacity
4,800 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
This smartphone has a battery capacity of 4,800 mAh which is smaller than the batteries in 73% of smartphones and equal to those in 1.2% 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
70 min
Market range: <36 min – >120 min
This smartphone reaches a full wired charge in 70 min which is slower than 58.2% of smartphones and equal to the time of 2% 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
no
This smartphone does not include a 3.5 mm headphone jack. 45.5% of smartphones offer this port.
Number of microphones
?
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
146 mm
Market range: <156.2 mm – >171.56 mm
This smartphone has a height of 146 mm which is shorter than 97.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
Width
70.6 mm
Market range: <73.1 mm – >81 mm
This smartphone has a width of 70.6 mm which is narrower than 96.9% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
Thickness
7.6 mm
Market range: <7.53 mm – >10.5 mm
This smartphone has a thickness of 7.6 mm which is thinner than 86% of smartphones and equal to that of 3.5% of smartphones.
Weight
167 g
Market range: <175 g – >256 g
This smartphone weighs 167 g which is lighter than 94.5% of smartphones and equal to the weight of 0.4% of smartphones.
Device volume
71,540 cm³
Market range: <80 cm³ – >190 cm³
This smartphone has a device volume of 71,540 cm³ which is smaller than 97.9% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.2% of smartphones.
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Samsung Galaxy S22 (8GB + 128GB) vs the average smartphone

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  • 3 x higher optical zoom
    This smartphone offers higher optical zoom than the average smartphone (3 x vs 0 x).
    3 x vs 0 x
  • 2x larger main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a larger main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (64 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average main camera sensor area is 32 mm².
    64 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • 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.
  • Better main camera video
    This smartphone records better main camera video than the average smartphone. 44.20x of smartphones support 4K or higher.
    4320x24 fps vs 2160x30 fps
  • 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
  • Newer USB version
    This smartphone supports a newer USB version than the average smartphone (3.2 vs 2). The average version is USB 2.0.
    3.2 vs 2.0
  • 9.6% higher user score
    User score
    8.8/ 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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    the average smartphone
    Samsung Galaxy S22 (8GB + 128GB) has a higher user score than the average smartphone (8.77 vs 8.000).
    8.77 vs 8
  • 80.7% more popular
    Samsung Galaxy S22 (8GB + 128GB) is more popular than the average smartphone (9.83 vs 5.4).
    9.83 vs 5.44
  • 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
  • 2.39x higher 3DMark Wild Life benchmark
    This smartphone scores higher in 3DMark Wild Life than the average smartphone (7,438 vs 3,115). The average smartphone scores 3,115.
    7,438 vs 3,115
  • 20.8% higher CPU boost clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (2.9 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    2.9 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • 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
  • Higher CPU base clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU base clock speed than the average smartphone (1x2.9 GHz & 3x2.8 GHz & 4x2.2 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz). The average smartphone has a base clock speed of 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz.
    1x2.9 GHz & 3x2.8 GHz & 4x2.2 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz
  • 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
  • 2.32x higher 3DMark Wild Life Unlimited benchmark
    This smartphone scores higher in 3DMark Wild Life Unlimited than the average smartphone (8,874 vs 3,825). The average smartphone scores 3,825.
    8,874 vs 3,825
  • 2x higher memory bandwidth
    This smartphone has higher memory bandwidth than the average smartphone (51.2 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s). The average memory bandwidth is 25.6 GB/s.
    51.2 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s
  • 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
  • 15.4% higher PCMark Work 3.0 Performance benchmark
    This smartphone has a higher PCMark Work 3.0 performance score than the average smartphone (12,447 vs 10,783). The average score is 10,783.
    12,447 vs 10,783
  • 37.5% higher Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    This smartphone scores better in Geekbench 6 multi-core than the average smartphone (3,484 vs 2,533). The average smartphone scores 2,533 in multi-core.
    3,484 vs 2,533
  • 14.3% higher maximum RAM
    This smartphone supports more maximum RAM than the average smartphone (16 GB vs 14 GB). The average smartphone supports 14 GB RAM.
    16 GB vs 14 GB
  • 16.4% faster memory speed
    This smartphone supports faster memory speed than the average smartphone (3200 MHz vs 2750 MHz). The average smartphone supports 2750 MHz memory speed.
    3,200 MHz vs 2,750 MHz
  • Better processor
    This smartphone features a better processor than the average smartphone (Samsung Exynos 2100 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    Samsung Exynos 2,100 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • 34.9% higher 3DMark Steel Nomad benchmark
    This smartphone performs better in 3DMark Steel Nomad benchmark than the average smartphone (820 vs 608). The average score is 608.
    820 vs 608
  • Higher on-device AI tier
    This smartphone runs on the productivity AI tier, while the average smartphone runs on fundamental, enabling stronger on-device AI features.
    Circle to Search, Live Translate, Generative Edit, Chat Assist, Note Assist, Interpreter
    productivity vs fundamental
  • Supports desktop mode
    This smartphone includes desktop mode, the average smartphone does not. 9.4% of smartphones support desktop functionality.
  • 3 x higher optical zoom
    This smartphone offers higher optical zoom than the average smartphone (3 x vs 0 x).
    3 x vs 0 x
  • 2x larger main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a larger main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (64 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average main camera sensor area is 32 mm².
    64 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • Has optical image stabilization
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • Better main camera video
    This smartphone records better main camera video than the average smartphone. 44.20x of smartphones support 4K or higher.
    4320x24 fps vs 2160x30 fps
  • Higher-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a higher main camera resolution than the average smartphone (64 MP & 12 MP & 12 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone main camera has 50 MP & 8 MP megapixels.
    64 MP & 12 MP & 12 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • 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.
  • 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 laser autofocus
    This smartphone features laser autofocus, the average smartphone does not. 21.4% of smartphones include laser AF.
  • 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
  • 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.
  • 0.2 µm larger main camera pixel size
    This smartphone has a larger main camera pixel size than the average smartphone (1 µm vs 0.8 µm). The average pixel size is 0.8 µm.
    1.0 µm vs 0.8 µm
  • Has a pro camera setup
    This smartphone features a pro camera setup, the average smartphone does not. 9.4% of smartphones include professional-grade camera hardware.
  • Newer USB version
    This smartphone supports a newer USB version than the average smartphone (3.2 vs 2). The average version is USB 2.0.
    3.2 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.
  • Better display glass type
    This smartphone features a better display glass type than the average smartphone (Corning Gorilla Glass Victus+ vs Corning Gorilla Glass 5). The average smartphone uses Corning Gorilla Glass 5 protection.
    Corning Gorilla Glass Victus+ vs Corning Gorilla Glass 5
  • Higher contrast ratio
    This smartphone has a higher contrast ratio than the average smartphone (3000000:1 vs 1000000:1). The average smartphone contrast ratio is 1000000:1.
    AMOLED/OLED displays have an effectively infinite contrast ratio
    3,000,000:1 vs 1,000,000:1
  • 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.
  • 7.6% higher pixel density
    This smartphone has a higher pixel density than the average smartphone (425 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    425 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • 300 nits higher peak brightness
    This smartphone has a higher peak brightness than the average smartphone (1300 nits vs 1000 nits). The average peak brightness is 1000 nits.
    1,300 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.
  • 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
  • 14.9% lighter
    This smartphone is lighter than the average smartphone (167 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    167 g vs 196.2 g
  • 5.4 mm narrower
    This smartphone is narrower than the average smartphone (70.6 mm vs 76 mm). The average smartphone width is 76 mm.
    70.6 mm vs 76 mm
  • 17.6 mm shorter
    This smartphone is shorter than the average smartphone (146 mm vs 163.6 mm). The average smartphone height is 163.6 mm.
    146 mm vs 163.6 mm
  • 0.7 mm thinner
    This smartphone is thinner than the average smartphone (7.6 mm vs 8.3 mm). The average smartphone thickness is 8.3 mm.
    7.6 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
  • 2.5% higher French repairability index
    This smartphone has a higher French repairability index score than the average smartphone (8.2 vs 8). The average score is 8.
    8.2 vs 8
  • 26.9% smaller volume
    This smartphone has a smaller device volume than the average smartphone (71540 cm³ vs 97800 cm³). The average smartphone volume is 97800 cm³.
    71,540 cm³ vs 97,800 cm³
  • 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
  • 0.57 inches inch smaller screen size
    This smartphone has a smaller screen size than the average smartphone (6.1 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone has a screen size of 6.67 inches.
    6.1 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • Lacks multithreading support
    This smartphone does not support multithreading, the average smartphone does. 80.5% of smartphones support multithreading.
  • 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.
  • 37.2% lower PCMark Work 3.0 battery benchmark
    This smartphone scores lower in PCMark Work 3.0 battery benchmark than the average smartphone (494 min vs 786 min). The average smartphone scores 786 min.
    494 min vs 786 min
  • No memory card slot
    This smartphone does not have a memory card slot, the average smartphone does. 53.5% of smartphones feature expandable storage.
  • Lower GSMArena battery endurance score
    This smartphone has a lower GSMArena battery endurance score than the average smartphone (85 vs 99.5). The average smartphone scores 99.5.
    85 vs 99.5
  • Lacks app tracking protection
    This smartphone does not have app tracking protection, the average smartphone does. 70.2% of smartphones include app tracking protection.
  • 2.88x more expensive
    Samsung Galaxy S22 (8GB + 128GB) is more expensive than the average smartphone (£750 vs £260).
    £750 vs £260
  • 6% worse value for money
    Samsung Galaxy S22 (8GB + 128GB) has worse value for money than the average smartphone (6.92 vs 7.3).
    6.92 vs 7.34
  • 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
  • Lacks multithreading support
    This smartphone does not support multithreading, the average smartphone does. 80.5% of smartphones support multithreading.
  • Supports older OpenGL version
    This smartphone supports a lower OpenGL version than the average smartphone (3.1 vs 3.2). The average smartphone supports OpenGL version 3.2.
    3.1 vs 3.2
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • No camera/mic privacy toggles
    This smartphone lacks camera and microphone privacy toggles, the average smartphone includes them. 87% of smartphones offer these toggles.
  • Older Android version
    This smartphone runs an older Android version than the average smartphone (Android 11 vs Android 14). The average smartphone runs Android version Android 14.
    Android 11 vs Android 14
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Lower front camera megapixels
    This smartphone has lower front camera megapixels than the average smartphone (10 MP vs 16 MP). The average smartphone has a 16 MP front camera.
    10 MP vs 16 MP
  • No memory card slot
    This smartphone does not have a memory card slot, the average smartphone does. 53.5% of smartphones feature expandable storage.
  • Older Bluetooth version
    This smartphone uses an older Bluetooth version than the average smartphone (5.1 vs 5.2). The average smartphone uses Bluetooth 5.2.
    5.1 vs 5.2
  • No Galileo support
    This smartphone does not support Galileo, the average smartphone does. 98.7% of smartphones support the Galileo satellite system.
  • 0.57 inches inch smaller screen size
    This smartphone has a smaller screen size than the average smartphone (6.1 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone has a screen size of 6.67 inches.
    6.1 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • 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
  • Lower GSMArena battery endurance score
    This smartphone has a lower GSMArena battery endurance score than the average smartphone (85 vs 99.5). The average smartphone scores 99.5.
    85 vs 99.5
  • 37.2% lower PCMark Work 3.0 battery benchmark
    This smartphone scores lower in PCMark Work 3.0 battery benchmark than the average smartphone (494 min vs 786 min). The average smartphone scores 786 min.
    494 min vs 786 min
  • 4% smaller battery capacity
    This smartphone has a smaller battery capacity than the average smartphone (4800 mAh vs 5000 mAh). The average smartphone has a capacity of 5000 mAh.
    4,800 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • 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
  • 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
  • 8 min slower full wired charge time
    This smartphone has a slower full wired charge time than the average smartphone (70 min vs 62 min). The average smartphone takes 62 min to charge.
    70 min vs 62 min
  • 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
  • No aptX HD
    This smartphone does not support aptX HD, the average smartphone does. 50.7% of smartphones support aptX HD.
  • 2 year/s older release date
    This smartphone is an older model than the average smartphone (2022 vs 2024). 2.00% of smartphones were released more recently.
    February 2022
    2022 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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pcmag.com
23/02/2022
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laptopmag.com
19/02/2022
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engadget.com
24/02/2022
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Engadget | Samsung Galaxy S22 review: Building on a solid foundation
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cnet.com
25/02/2022
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CNET | Samsung Galaxy S22 Review: Pocket-Friendly Phone Has Great Cameras, Mediocre Battery Life
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techradar.com
01/02/2023
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TechRadar | Samsung Galaxy S22 review: a small-form wonder
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androidcentral.com
26/04/2023
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Android Central | Samsung Galaxy S22 review: Small, mighty, and imperfect
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washingtonpost.com
22/02/2022
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tomsguide.com
08/03/2023
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Samsung Galaxy S22 review
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amateurphotographer.com
07/04/2025
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Samsung Galaxy S22 Review: still worth buying in 2025?
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trustedreviews.com
18/03/2024
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Trusted Reviews | Samsung Galaxy S22 Review
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xavierstuder.com
21/02/2022
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quechoisir.org
04/05/2022
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leclaireur.fnac.com
24/02/2022
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lesnumeriques.com
24/02/2022
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leclaireur.fnac.com
01/04/2022
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01net.com
16/04/2022
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journaldugeek.com
12/01/2023
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02/01/2023
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frandroid.com
31/01/2026
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20/06/2025
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What we like about Samsung Galaxy S22 (8GB + 128GB)

  • Compact and lightweight design ideal for one-handed use
  • High-quality Dynamic AMOLED 2X display with 120Hz refresh rate and high peak brightness
  • Versatile triple-camera system featuring a 50MP main lens and dedicated 3x optical zoom
  • Premium build quality with Gorilla Glass Victus+ and an armor aluminum frame
  • Commitment to long-term software support (up to 4 years of OS updates)
  • Clean and feature-rich user interface with One UI

What we don't like about Samsung Galaxy S22 (8GB + 128GB)

  • Short battery life that often requires mid-day charging for moderate to heavy users
  • Prone to thermal issues and overheating, especially during gaming or intensive tasks
  • Aggressive thermal throttling that can lead to performance drops and lag
  • No microSD slot for expandable storage and no charger included in the box
  • Inconsistent fingerprint sensor performance for some users
  • Performance disparities between regions (Snapdragon vs. Exynos chipsets)

Verdict

The Samsung Galaxy S22 (8GB + 128GB) is a compact, premium flagship smartphone featuring a vibrant 6.1-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X 120Hz display, a powerful Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 or Exynos 2200 processor (depending on region), and a versatile pro-grade triple-camera system with a 50MP main sensor and 3x optical zoom telephoto lens. Key pros include its high-quality, durable design (Gorilla Glass Victus+ and aluminum frame), excellent screen visibility even in sunlight, solid performance for daily tasks and gaming, and Samsung's commitment to four years of major OS updates. Cons include a relatively small 3,700mAh battery that often requires a midday charge with heavy use, slower 25W charging compared to its larger siblings, lack of a microSD card slot for storage expansion, and potential heating issues or performance throttling under sustained heavy load.

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