Samsung Galaxy S22 (8GB + 256GB) review. Compare 197 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among smartphones and if it's worth buying.
Overall score
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 components:
90.0%
Technical Score
10.0%
User score
Technical Score
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 components:
25.0%
Performance & Hardware
18.0%
Camera
15.0%
Display
15.0%
Battery
10.0%
Software
10.0%
Connectivity
4.0%
Audio
3.0%
Design
User score
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 components:
70.0%
User reviews
30.0%
Popularity
No reviews for this version.
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Available: ranking among products currently available (including other versions of this product).
All: ranking among all products in the database.
#15 in Best Compact Smartphones
#20 in Best 6-Inch Smartphones
#39 in Best Samsung Phones
#44 in Best Camera Smartphones
#296 in Best Android Smartphones
#314 in Best NFC Smartphones
#322 in Best 5G Smartphones
#327 in Best AI Smartphones
#328 in Best Smartphones
#1061 in Best Battery Life Smartphones
#1144 in Best Value Smartphones
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 components:
25.0%
Performance & Hardware
18.0%
Camera
15.0%
Display
15.0%
Battery
10.0%
Software
10.0%
Connectivity
4.0%
Audio
3.0%
Design
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 components:
70.0%
User reviews
30.0%
Popularity
No reviews for this version.
Check reviews from other versions.
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 components:
60.0%
Overall score
40.0%
Price
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The Washington Post review of the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra identifies the device as a successor to the Galaxy Note series, blending high-end photography with a built-in S Pen for power users. While praising the 6.8-inch, 120Hz display and the responsive, low-latency stylus as key pros, the review highlights the device's high price, significant weight, and battery life that struggles...Read more
According to Amateur Photographer, the Samsung Galaxy S22 offers good value for photographers due to its price drop and versatile triple-camera system, which includes a 50MP main camera and a 10MP 3x telephoto. Pros include its premium design, vibrant 120Hz display, and comprehensive software with Pro mode and Raw support, while cons are primarily its limited battery capacity and...Read more
According to Android Central, the Samsung Galaxy S22 is a powerful compact phone praised for its premium design, vibrant 6.1-inch Dynamic AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate, and the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 chipset. The camera system, featuring a new 50MP sensor and a 3x optical zoom telephoto lens, is highlighted for capturing bright, detailed images even in low light, though the...Read more
CNET reviews the Samsung Galaxy S22 as a "pocket-friendly" flagship with a premium design and an upgraded camera system that excels in low-light photography. Pros include a Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 processor, a 120Hz AMOLED display, four years of Android updates, and Vision Booster technology for screen visibility in sunlight. The primary drawback identified is mediocre battery life,...Read more
Engadget describes the Samsung Galaxy S22 as an incremental upgrade, featuring a vibrant 6.1-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X display with 1,300 nits peak brightness and a premium design with Gorilla Glass Victus+ on the front and rear. The phone offers solid performance from its 4nm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 chip and an upgraded camera system with a 50MP main sensor and a 3x optical zoom telephoto...Read more
Laptop Mag describes the Samsung Galaxy S22 as a "near-perfect pocketable flagship" praised for its compact size, bright 120Hz display, powerful processor, upgraded camera system, durable build, and four years of software support. However, the review highlights poor battery life (lasting 7 hours and 7 minutes in a test) and lack of 45W fast charging as significant drawbacks.
According to PCMag, the Samsung Galaxy S22 is a powerful small-form-factor Android phone with a premium build, vibrant 6.1-inch AMOLED display, and a strong camera system featuring a true 3x optical zoom. Powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 processor, it handles demanding tasks well but suffers from significant battery life limitations, lasting just over 9 hours streaming video over...Read more
According to TechRadar, the Samsung Galaxy S22 is a "small-form wonder" praised for its compact design, premium build, and bright 120Hz display. It offers strong performance and a significantly improved camera system with a 50MP main sensor and 3x optical zoom telephoto lens, though 8K video recording is poor and it lacks a microSD slot. The main drawbacks are reduced battery life...Read more
The Samsung Galaxy S22 is a compact 6.1-inch flagship featuring a bright 1,191-nit AMOLED display with an adaptive 120Hz refresh rate and a durable glass-and-metal design. Its upgraded 50MP main and 10MP telephoto camera system offers strong "Nightography" capabilities, though it sometimes struggles with color accuracy compared to competitors. The primary drawbacks are poor battery...Read more
The Samsung Galaxy S22 is a compact 6.1-inch flagship featuring a high-end, durable design with Gorilla Glass Victus+ and a 120Hz Dynamic AMOLED display. It offers strong performance via its chipset and a versatile triple-camera system, which includes a 50MP main sensor and a 10MP telephoto with 3x optical zoom. However, the device is limited by a small 3,700mAh battery that often...Read more
The Washington Post review of the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra identifies the device as a successor to the Galaxy Note series, blending high-end photography with a built-in S Pen for power users. While praising the 6.8-inch, 120Hz display and the responsive, low-latency stylus as key pros, the review highlights the device's high price, significant weight, and battery life that struggles...Read more
According to Amateur Photographer, the Samsung Galaxy S22 offers good value for photographers due to its price drop and versatile triple-camera system, which includes a 50MP main camera and a 10MP 3x telephoto. Pros include its premium design, vibrant 120Hz display, and comprehensive software with Pro mode and Raw support, while cons are primarily its limited battery capacity and...Read more
The Heise review characterizes the Samsung Galaxy S22 as a powerful, high-quality smartphone that packs the same internal strength as its "Ultra" sibling into a significantly more compact, 6.1-inch form factor. Performance is driven by the Exynos 2200 chipset and a bright 120Hz AMOLED display, although the sharp edges may feel uncomfortable for some users. While featuring a improved...Read more
The Galaxus review identifies the Samsung Galaxy S22 as a high-quality, compact flagship with an excellent 120Hz AMOLED display and a versatile camera system featuring a true 3x optical zoom. However, the device is criticized for significant thermal throttling of the Exynos 2200 processor, uncomfortable sharp edges, and a pronounced camera bump, according to the analysis. The review...Read more
The Heise review characterizes the Samsung Galaxy S22 as a powerful, high-quality smartphone that packs the same internal strength as its "Ultra" sibling into a significantly more compact, 6.1-inch form factor. Performance is driven by the Exynos 2200 chipset and a bright 120Hz AMOLED display, although the sharp edges may feel uncomfortable for some users. While featuring a improved...Read more
The Galaxus review identifies the Samsung Galaxy S22 as a high-quality, compact flagship with an excellent 120Hz AMOLED display and a versatile camera system featuring a true 3x optical zoom. However, the device is criticized for significant thermal throttling of the Exynos 2200 processor, uncomfortable sharp edges, and a pronounced camera bump, according to the analysis. The review...Read more
Xavier Studer’s review describes the Samsung Galaxy S22 as a powerful, compact flagship featuring an exceptional 6.1-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X display with 120Hz refresh rate and premium Gorilla Glass Victus+ build. Key highlights include the versatile 50MP camera system and improved "Nightography" low-light capabilities, although the sharp, flat edges may feel uncomfortable to some....Read more
The L'Éclaireur Fnac lab review highlights the Samsung Galaxy S22 as a high-performance, compact device featuring a successful aesthetic, premium build, and a vibrant Full HD display. While offering solid performance for demanding tasks and versatile, high-quality photography, the device is explicitly tailored for users seeking flagship power without a bulky form factor. However,...Read more
The Labo Fnac review highlights the Samsung Galaxy S22 as a compact, high-end flagship featuring a superior 6.1-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X display with exceptional brightness and color accuracy. Pros include its durable, ergonomic glass-and-metal design, excellent one-handed usability, and a capable Exynos 2200 chipset. However, the device suffers from performance throttling and...Read more
The Samsung Galaxy S22 is lauded for its premium, compact design, featuring a high-quality glass/metal build, and an exceptional 6.1-inch 120Hz AMOLED display. It offers strong camera capabilities with a 50MP main sensor and 3x optical zoom, delivering detailed photos. However, the 01net review, as summarized here, identifies significant drawbacks, particularly the disappointing...Read more
The Frandroid review characterizes the Samsung Galaxy S22 as a refined, compact flagship, boasting a premium build with Gorilla Glass Victus+ and a superb 120Hz AMOLED display. Performance is driven by the Exynos 2200 (in Europe), offering high-end capabilities, while the camera system is upgraded with a 50MP main sensor for improved low-light photography. However, the review...Read more
The Journal du Geek review describes the Samsung Galaxy S22 and S22+ as a refined "shock duo," highlighting a shift toward premium design with Armor Aluminum frames and Gorilla Glass Victus+. The 6.1-inch and 6.6-inch AMOLED displays offer exceptional brightness, up to 1,750 nits, and 120Hz refresh rates, while the Exynos 2200/Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 chips provide top-tier performance. A...Read more
The Les Numériques review highlights the Samsung Galaxy S22 as a compact, elegant, and highly ergonomic flagship, boasting a premium Gorilla Glass Victus+ design and a superior 120Hz AMOLED display. Pros include exceptional brightness, color accuracy, and performance from the Exynos 2200 chip, making it a powerful yet manageable one-handed device. The 50MP main camera and 3x optical...Read more
The Samsung Galaxy S22 is described by NextPit as a highly polished, compact flagship featuring premium Gorilla Glass Victus+ and a vibrant 6.1-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X 120Hz display. It boasts a capable triple camera system with a 50MP main sensor and 3x optical zoom, complemented by an excellent four-year Android update policy. www.nextpit.comPerformance, however, is a mixed...Read more
The Presse-Citron review describes the Samsung Galaxy S22 as a near-perfect, compact flagship featuring a premium design with a 6.1-inch 120Hz Dynamic AMOLED 2X display and durable Gorilla Glass Victus+. Powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 or Exynos 2200, it delivers strong performance with a 50MP main camera and 3x optical telephoto lens, producing vibrant, high-quality images....Read more
The Samsung Galaxy S22 is a compact, premium Android smartphone featuring a 6.1-inch 120Hz Dynamic AMOLED 2X display, Armor Aluminum frame, and Gorilla Glass Victus+. It is powered by either a Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 or Exynos 2200 processor with 8GB of RAM, ensuring fast performance and long-term software support. The device features a versatile camera system, including a 50MP main...Read more
The Reepeat.fr review identifies the Samsung Galaxy S22 as a premium, compact flagship boasting a sturdy, pocket-friendly glass-and-aluminum design and a high-quality 6.1-inch 120Hz display. It highlights excellent performance from the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 (or Exynos 2200) chipset, alongside a versatile triple-camera system featuring strong "Nightography" capabilities and a 3x optical...Read more
Xavier Studer’s review describes the Samsung Galaxy S22 as a powerful, compact flagship featuring an exceptional 6.1-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X display with 120Hz refresh rate and premium Gorilla Glass Victus+ build. Key highlights include the versatile 50MP camera system and improved "Nightography" low-light capabilities, although the sharp, flat edges may feel uncomfortable to some....Read more
The L'Éclaireur Fnac lab review highlights the Samsung Galaxy S22 as a high-performance, compact device featuring a successful aesthetic, premium build, and a vibrant Full HD display. While offering solid performance for demanding tasks and versatile, high-quality photography, the device is explicitly tailored for users seeking flagship power without a bulky form factor. However,...Read more
The Samsung Galaxy S22 is a compact, high-performance flagship featuring an Armor Aluminum frame, Gorilla Glass Victus+, and a 6.1-inch 120Hz Dynamic AMOLED 2X display with high brightness. Powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 or Exynos 2200, the device offers strong performance, a versatile triple-lens camera system with 8K video, and long-term support with four years of OS updates....Read more
The Samsung Galaxy S22 and S22+ feature a refined, compact design with "Contour Cut" cameras, using premium materials like Gorilla Glass Victus+ and Armor Aluminum. Displays boast Dynamic AMOLED 2X technology with 120Hz adaptive refresh, with the S22+ reaching up to 1,750 nits for superior outdoor visibility. Performance is driven by a 4nm processor, supported by upgraded 50MP main...Read more
In his review, Andrea Galeazzi highlights the Samsung Galaxy S22's exceptional build quality, ergonomics, and compact design, praising the return to a glass back. The 6.1-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X display is a major pro, offering 120Hz, vibrant colors, and high brightness, though the 3,700mAh battery often leaves no margin at the end of a workday. Performance is mixed, with the Exynos...Read more
The TechRadar Italy review describes the Samsung Galaxy S22 as a refined, compact, and premium device, highlighting its durable satin-finish glass, 6.1-inch 120Hz AMOLED display, and improved 50MP main camera. Key strengths include excellent low-light photography, a capable 3x optical zoom, and high performance from the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1/Exynos 2200 chipset. Drawbacks center on...Read more
The Samsung Galaxy S22 and S22+ feature a refined, compact design with "Contour Cut" cameras, using premium materials like Gorilla Glass Victus+ and Armor Aluminum. Displays boast Dynamic AMOLED 2X technology with 120Hz adaptive refresh, with the S22+ reaching up to 1,750 nits for superior outdoor visibility. Performance is driven by a 4nm processor, supported by upgraded 50MP main...Read more
In his review, Andrea Galeazzi highlights the Samsung Galaxy S22's exceptional build quality, ergonomics, and compact design, praising the return to a glass back. The 6.1-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X display is a major pro, offering 120Hz, vibrant colors, and high brightness, though the 3,700mAh battery often leaves no margin at the end of a workday. Performance is mixed, with the Exynos...Read more
The Samsung Galaxy S22 is a premium, compact Android phone featuring a 6.1-inch 120Hz AMOLED display, Gorilla Glass Victus Plus, and a durable aluminum frame. Its 4nm processor provides high-end performance, supported by a 50MP main sensor and a 10MP telephoto lens with 3x optical zoom, ensuring versatile photography. Key downsides include a disappointing 3,700mAh battery that often...Read more
The Samsung Galaxy S22 is characterized by its compact 6.1-inch form factor, offering a premium, ergonomic design and high-end performance driven by the Exynos 2200 processor. Key strengths include a capable 50MP camera system with strong low-light "Nightography" and a bright, 120Hz adaptive display. Furthermore, the device boasts an excellent, long-term software update policy....Read more
After six months, the Samsung Galaxy S22 is characterized as a premium, compact Android flagship with a 6.1-inch, 1300-nit Dynamic AMOLED display and an industry-leading software update commitment of four years. Powered by the Exynos 2200, the device offers, sharp, detailed photography via its versatile triple-lens 50MP system, which includes a 10MP 3x optical zoom telephoto lens....Read more
Tweakers.net characterizes the Samsung Galaxy S22 series as a refined, incremental update featuring a premium glass-and-metal build and a compact design ideal for one-handed use. The device boasts a superb 120Hz OLED display with high peak brightness and strong performance, though it is held back by underwhelming battery life. While the 50MP main sensor and true 3x optical zoom...Read more
The Samsung Galaxy S22 and S22+ represent a move toward more compact, ergonomic designs, featuring a premium glass back and a notable shift to a smaller footprint, especially for the base S22, which is praised for one-handed operation. While performance is robust with the Exynos 2200, the smaller size results in reduced battery capacity compared to the S21 series. The devices boast...Read more
The Samsung Galaxy S22 is a premium, compact flagship featuring a 6.1-inch 120Hz AMOLED screen, robust build quality, and an IP68 rating for water resistance. It is praised for its powerful Exynos 2200 or Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 processor and a 50MP main camera that delivers significant improvements in detail and low-light photography. Furthermore, the device offers extensive software...Read more
The Samsung Galaxy S22 is a premium, compact Android phone featuring a 6.1-inch 120Hz AMOLED display, Gorilla Glass Victus Plus, and a durable aluminum frame. Its 4nm processor provides high-end performance, supported by a 50MP main sensor and a 10MP telephoto lens with 3x optical zoom, ensuring versatile photography. Key downsides include a disappointing 3,700mAh battery that often...Read more
The Samsung Galaxy S22 is characterized by its compact 6.1-inch form factor, offering a premium, ergonomic design and high-end performance driven by the Exynos 2200 processor. Key strengths include a capable 50MP camera system with strong low-light "Nightography" and a bright, 120Hz adaptive display. Furthermore, the device boasts an excellent, long-term software update policy....Read more
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