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Which is the best Samsung smartphone for me? This is definitely not an easy question because Samsung offers a wide range of smartphones that cover quite a wide price range. We will therefore first introduce you to our personal favorites before moving on to all of its other devices according to their respective model series, from the Galaxy Z to the Galaxy S and A, and all the way to the Galaxy XCover.
After testing the main products from both the Galaxy A and S series for 2024, we updated our suggestions below with our suggestions for different price points.
The best Samsung Galaxy phones compared
Editor’s choice
Big-screened S24
Compact flagship
2023 foldable flagship
2023 compact foldable
Affordable flagship
The popular mid-ranger
Product
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Review
Review: Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra
Review: Samsung Galaxy S24+
Review: Samsung Galaxy S24
Review: Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5
Review: Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5
Review: Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
Review: Samsung Galaxy A55
Review: Samsung Galaxy A35
Display
6.8-inch LTPO OLED
3120 x 1440 pixels
1 ~ 120 Hz refresh rate
6.6-inch OLED
3120 x 1440
120 Hz
6.1-inch OLED
2340 x 1080
120 Hz
Unfolded: 7.6-inch OLED2316 x 904 pixels
Folded: 6.2-inch OLED2268 x 832 pixels
Unfolded: 6.67-inch OLED2640 x 1080 pixels
Folded: 3.4-inch OLED720 x 748 pixels
6.4-inch OLED
2340 x 1080
120 Hz
6.6-inch OLED
2340 x 1080
120 Hz
6.6-inch OLED
2340 x 1080
120 Hz
SoC
Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (US)
Exynos 2400 (Global)
Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (US)
Exynos 2400 (Global)
Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 (US, China)
Exynos 2200 (Global)
Memory
12 GB LPDDR5X RAM
256 / 512 GB / 1 TB UFS 4.0 storage
No storage expansion
12 GB LPDDR5X
256 / 512 GB UFS 4.0 storage
No storage expansion
8 GB LPDDR5X
128 GB UFS 3.1 / 256 GB UFS 4.0 storage
No storage expansion
12 GB
256 / 512 / 1024 GB UFS 4.0 storage
No storage expansion
8 GB
256 / 512 GB UFS 4.0 storage
No storage expansion
8 GB
128 / 256 GB
No storage expansion
8 / 12 GB RAM
128 / 256 GB storage
microSD expansion
6 / 8 GB RAM
128 / 256 GB storage
microSD expansion
OS
One UI 6.1 over Android 14
Seven Android upgrades
Seven years of security updates
One UI 6.1 over Android 14
Seven Android upgrades
Seven years of security updates
One UI 6.1 over Android 14
Seven Android upgrades
Seven years of security updates
One UI 5.1 over Android 13
Four Android upgrades
Five years of security updates
One UI 5.1 over Android 13
Four Android upgrades
Five years of security updates
One UI 5.1 over Android 13
Four Android upgrades
Five years of security updates
One UI 6.1 over Android 14
4 Android upgrades
5 years of security updates
One UI 6.1 over Android 14
4 Android upgrades
5 years of security updates
Camera
Main: 200 MP, f/1.7
Ultra-wide: 12 MP, f/2.2
3x telephoto: 10 MP, f/2.4
5x telephoto: 50 MP, f/3.4
Main: 50 MP, f/1.8
Ultra-wide: 12 MP, f/2.2
3x telephoto: 10 MP, f/2.4
Main: 50 MP, f/1.8
Ultra-wide: 12 MP, f/2.2
3x telephoto: 10 MP, f/2.4
Main: 50 MP, f/1.8
Ultra-wide: 12 MP, f/2.2
3x telephoto: 10 MP, f/2.4
Main: 12 MP, f/1.8
Ultra-wide: 12 MP, f/2.2
Main: 50 MP, f/1.8
Ultra-wide: 12 MP, f/2.2
3x telephoto: 8 MP, f/2.4
Main: 50 MP, f/1.8, OIS
Ultra-wide: 12 MP, f/2.2
Macro: 5 MP, f/2.4
Main: 50 MP, f/1.8, OIS
Ultra-wide: 8 MP, f/2.2
Macro: 5 MP, f/2.4
Selfie Camera
Internal: 4 MP, f/1.8External: 10 MP, f/2.2
Battery
5,000 mAh
45 W wired charging
15 W wireless charging
4.5 W reverse wireless charging
4,900 mAh
45 W wired charging
15 W wireless charging
4.5 W reverse wireless charging
4.000 mAh
25 W wired charging
15 W wireless charging
4.5 W reverse wireless charging
4,400 mAh
25 W wired charging
10 W wireless charging
3,700 mAh
25 W wired charging
10 W wireless charging
4,500 mAh
25 W wired charging
5,000 mAh
25 W wired charging
5,000 mAh
25 W wired charging
Connectivity
5G | eSIM | Wi-Fi 7 | Bluetooth 5.3 | NFC | UWB
5G | eSIM | Wi-Fi 6E (Global) Wi-Fi 7 (US) | Bluetooth 5.3 | NFC | UWB
5G | eSIM | Wi-Fi 6E (Global) Wi-Fi 7 (US) | Bluetooth 5.3 | NFC
5G | eSIM | Wi-Fi 6E | Bluetooth 5.3 | NFC | UWB
5G | eSIM | Wi-Fi 6E | Bluetooth 5.3 | NFC
5G | eSIM | Wi-Fi 6E | Bluetooth 5.3 | NFC
5G | eSIM | Wi-Fi 6 | Bluetooth 5.3 | NFC
5G | Wi-Fi 6 | Bluetooth 5.3 | NFC
IP Certification
Dimensions and weight
6.39 x 3.11 x 0.33 in, 8.18 oz
162,3 x 79,0 x 8,6 mm, 232 g
6.24 x 2.99 x 0.30 in, 6.91 oz
158.5 x 75.9 x 7.7 mm, 196 g
5.79 x 2.78 x 0.30 in, 5.89 oz
147.0 x 70.6 x 7.6 mm, 167 g
Closed: 6.1 x 2.64 x 0.53in154.9 x 67.1 x 13.4 mm
Opened: 6.1 x 5.11 x 0.24in154.9 x 129.9 x 6.1 mm8.92 oz | 253 g
Closed: 3.35 x 2.83 x 0.59in85.1 x 71.9 x 15.1 mm
Opened: 6.5 x 2.83 x 0.27in165.1 x 71.9 x 6.9 mm187 g | 6.6oz
76,5 x 158 x 8,2 mm, 209 g
6.34 x 3.05 x 0.32 in, 7.51 oz
161,1 x 77,4 x 8,2 mm, 213g
6.37 x 3.07 x 0.32 in, 7.37 oz
161,7 x 78,0 x 8,2 mm, 209 g
Offers*
As of April 2024, you will be able to find Samsung smartphones from five different product families on the market. Each of these normally occupies its very own price niche. We have divided this article into the various product families accordingly, revealing our favorites for each product family to you and, of course, presenting the alternatives. The shortcuts in the table of contents will take you directly to the respective Galaxy series.
Table of Contents:
Editor’s choice: Galaxy S24 Ultra
The Galaxy S24 Ultra once again welcomes the Galaxy Note orphans. / © nextpit
Samsung’s 2024 update to its flagship model, the Galaxy Ultra, at first glance (and second, and third) looks exactly like its predecessor. In true “if it ain’t broke don’t fix it” fashion, the S24 Ultra brings small design changes, with some refinements in display, camera, and of course, performance. Firstly, the display is flat, as can be seen in the picture above, which solves problems when using the S Pen around the edges.
Not only the S24 Ultra pack the latest and fastest Android chip for 2024, the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, Samsung is heavily touting its own “Galaxy AI” sauce to improve the overall experience with the phone, with some useful features and other not so much. Performance clearly outmatches 2023’s phones, even if frame delivery consistency is not the best.
Finally, the camera is “always good no matter the conditions” according to my colleague Antoine Engels, who also found that the change from 10x optical zoom to 5x made sense for most usage scenarios. Even if going beyond that magnification leads to some color inconsistencies, and worse image quality when compared to the S23 Ultra.
Read the Galaxy S24 Ultra review
Summary
Buy
Good
Premium titanium design
Flat 120 Hz screen, more ergonomic, and as bright as ever
Top performance and battery life
Efficient and (slightly) less versatile camera module
Integrated S Pen
7 Android updates & 7 years of security updates
Bad
Expensive
Galaxy AI functions are still too gimmicky
Charging speed is far too slow
Best foldable: Galaxy Z Fold 5
The Galaxy Z Fold 5 looks very much like its two predecessors but packs all the tech that Samsung has to offer. / © nextpit
This pick is not really targeted towards existing Galaxy Fold owners, as—similar to the S24 Ultra—the Galaxy Z Fold 5 doesn’t exactly change much in comparison to the third and fourth generations. Still, the Fold 5 is the refinement of what is arguably the most reliable and durable foldable phone on the market, but it charges a steep price for the privilege.
You will find all the best features available in the market in 2023, a bright and fast display, top-notch performance (until the 2024 models begin to launch, that is), excellent cameras, great battery life, and the best update support among foldable…
But there are still some trade-offs to be found besides the high price: The Fold 5 gets hot in more demanding tasks (e.g. gaming or navigation), charging is not particularly fast despite the marketing branding, and while there is support for the S Pen, the stylus requires a special case to be stored with the phone. That may be the price to pay to have the tech tour de force in your hands…
Read the Galaxy Z Fold 5 review
Summary
Buy
Good
Good build quality
Great battery life
High-quality camera performance
Consistent performance
Best Android update policy
Bad
Under-display selfie camera is still noticeable
Design feels stuck in time
25 W charging is not fast
Still missing a stylus garage
Gets hot under demanding tasks
Still expensive
Best mid-range alternative: Galaxy A35
Viewed from the front, the Galaxy A35 looks exactly the same as the more expensive A55. / © nextpit
For 2024, the mid-range Galaxy A series moved slightly upward towards a more premium look. While still keeping the same overall design used on the Galaxy S series, the new Galaxy A35 and A55 now sport the same big 6.6-inch OLED display and are differentiated mostly on the faster processor and metal frame used on the more expensive model.
The new Galaxy A35 dropped the V-shaped notch in favor of a punch-hole for the selfie camera, making it indistinguishable from the more expensive model. The performance also got a boost by inheriting the competent Exynos 1380 chip used on Galaxy A54, which should offer more than enough performance in daily tasks and most games.
There are better options in the price range if your priorities lean heavily toward photography, fast battery charging, or gaming performance, but the Galaxy A35 offers a decent balance of performance and features, boosted by the best software update policy in the category.
Read the Galaxy A35 review
Summary
Buy
Good
Stylish and above all high-quality new look
Solid performance in everyday use and in mobile games
Useful cameras
Up to five years of security updates
Water and dust-proof
Bad
Slow quick charging
No wireless charging
Cameras not well coordinated
Samsung Galaxy Z: Foldables from $999 to $2,259 Galaxy Z line technical specifications
2023 Galaxy Z models
2022 Galaxy Z models
Product
Picture
Review
Read the Galaxy Z Fold 5 review
Read the Galaxy Z Flip 5 review
Read the Galaxy Z Fold 4 review
Read the Galaxy Z Flip 4 review
Display
Internal: 7.6-inch OLED2176 x 1812 pixels1~120 Hz refresh rate
External: 6.2-inch OLED2316 x 904 pixels48~120 Hz refresh rate
Internal: 6.67-inch OLED2640 x 1080 pixels1~120 Hz refresh rate
External: 3.4-inch OLED720 x 748 pixels60 Hz
Internal: 7.6-inch OLED2176 x 1812 pixels1~120 Hz
External: 6.2-inch OLED2316 x 904 pixels48~120 Hz
Internal: 6.67-inch OLED2640 x 1080 pixels120 Hz
External: 1.9-inch OLED260 x 512 pixels60 Hz
SoC
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1
Memory
OS
One UI 5.1, based on Android 13
Four years of Android upgrades
Five years of security updates
One UI 4, based on Android 12
Four years of Android upgrades
Five years of security updates
Camera
Main: 50 MP, f/1.8, OIS
Ultra-wide: 12 MP, f/2.2
3x telephoto: 10 MP, f/2.4
Main: 12 MP, f/1.8, OIS
Ultra-wide-angle: 12 MP, f/2.2
Main: 50 MP, f/1.8, OIS
Ultra-wide: 12 MP, f/2.2
3x telephoto: 10 MP, f/2.4
Main: 12 MP, f/1.8, OIS
Ultra-wide-angle: 12 MP, f/2.2
Selfie Camera
External: 10 MP, f/2.2
Internal: 4 MP, f/1.8
External: 10 MP, f/2.2
Internal: 4 MP, f/1.8
Battery
4,400 mAh
25 W wired charging
10 W wireless charging
3,700 mAh
25 W wired charging
10 W wireless charging
4,400 mAh
25 W wired charging
10 W wireless charging
3,700 mAh
25 W wired charging
10 W wireless charging
Connectivity
5G | eSIM | Wi-Fi 6E | Bluetooth 5.3 | NFC | UWB
5G | eSIM | Wi-Fi 6E | Bluetooth 5.3 | NFC
5G | eSIM | Wi-Fi 6E | Bluetooth 5.2 | NFC | UWB
5G | eSIM | Wi-Fi 6E | Bluetooth 5.2 | NFC
IP Certification
Dimensions and weight
Closed: 6.1 x 2.64 x 0.53in154.9 x 67.1 x 13.4 mm
Opened: 6.1 x 5.11 x 0.24in154.9 x 129.9 x 6.1 mm
8.92 oz | 253 g
Closed: 3.35 x 2.83 x 0.59in85.1 x 71.9 x 15.1 mm
Opened: 6.5 x 2.83 x 0.27in165.1 x 71.9 x 6.9 mm
187 g | 6.6oz
Closed: 155,1 x 67,1 x 15.8 mm
Opened: 155,1 x 130,1 x 6.3 mm
263 g
Closed: 84.9 x 71.9 x 17.1 mm
Opened: 165.2 x 71.9 x 6.9 mm
187 g
Offers*
August 2021 marked a paradigm shift for Samsung’s smartphones. Instead of a new Note generation, the South Koreans introduced two foldables from the Galaxy Z series: the Galaxy Z Fold 3 and the Galaxy Z Flip 3. With the Galaxy Z Fold 4 as well as the Galaxy Z Flip 4, Samsung followed up with optimized versions in 2023. Samsung now continues this path with the Galaxy Z Flip 5 and Z Fold 5 and updates both models in a rather conservative fashion.
The Fold remains the most impressive from a technical point of view. Samsung has packed everything into it that is possible—including S-Pen support and a camera hidden in the display. However, the wow factor is higher with the Galaxy Z Flip, which is really super-compact when folded—and it should also be clearly ahead of the Fold in buyers’ favor. Visually, the significantly larger cover display of the Galaxy Z Flip 5 is striking. Furthermore, both models now fully close flat when folded.
In addition to the current models from 2023, you can also find the predecessors in the table. Since their prices have dropped rapidly since their launch, these older devices could be a good opportunity for you to get a taste of the Foldables game.
The following two links tell you what the basic differences are between Samsung’s 2023 and 2022 generations of foldables, including our impressions on the latest models.
Samsung Galaxy S: Flagships from $599 to $1,299
2024 flagship Galaxy S24 Ultra
2024 Plus model Galaxy S24+
2024 compact model Galaxy S24
2023 Fan Edition Galaxy S23 FE
Top-of-the line S-series Galaxy S23 Ultra
Big-screen S-series Galaxy S23+
Basic S-series Galaxy S23
Product
Picture
Review
Review: Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra
Review: Samsung Galaxy S24+
Review: Samsung Galaxy S24
Review: Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
Review: Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
Review: Samsung Galaxy S23+
Review: Samsung Galaxy S23
Display
6,8-inch LTPO OLED3088 x 1440 pixels120 Hz refresh rate
6,6-inch OLED2340 x 1080 pixels120 Hz
6,1-inch OLED2340 x 1080 pixels120 Hz
6,4-inch OLED2340 x 1080 pixels120 Hz
6,8-inch LTPO OLED3088 x 1440 pixels120 Hz
6,6-inch OLED2340 x 1080 pixels120 Hz
6,1-inch OLED2340 x 1080 pixels120 Hz
SoC
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3
Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (USA)Samsung Exynos 2400 (Global)
Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (USA)Samsung Exynos 2400 (Global)
Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 (USA, China)Samsung Exynos 2200 (Global)
Memory
12 GB LPDDR5X256 / 512 / 1024 GB UFS 4.0 storage
12 GB LPDDR5X256 / 512 GB UFS 4.0 storage
8 GB LPDDR5X RAM128 GB UFS 3.1 storage256 GB UFS 4.0 storage
8 GB LPDDR5X RAM128 GB UFS 3.1256 GB UFS 4.0
8 / 12 GB LPDDR5X RAM256 / 512 GB / 1 TB UFS 4.0
8 GB LPDDR5X RAM256 / 512 GB UFS 4.0
8 GB LPDDR5X RAM128 GB UFS 3.1256 GB UFS 4.0
OS
One UI 6.1 over Android 147 Android upgrades7 years of security updates
One UI 6.1 over Android 147 Android upgrades7 years of security updates
One UI 6.1 over Android 147 Android upgrades7 years of security updates
One UI 5.1 over Android 134 Android upgrades5 years of security updates
One UI 5.1 over Android 134 Android upgrades5 years of security updates
One UI 5.1 over Android 134 Android upgrades5 years of security updates
One UI 5.1 over Android 134 Android upgrades5 years of security updates
Camera
Main: 200 MP, f/1.7, OISUltra-wide: 12 MP, f/2.2Telephoto 3x: 10 MP, f/2.4Telephoto 5x: 50 MP, f/3.4
Main: 50 MP, f/1.8, OISUltra-wide: 12 MP, f/2.2Telephoto 3x: 10 MP, f/2.4
Main: 50 MP, f/1.8, OISUltra-wide: 12 MP, f/2.2Telephoto 3x: 10 MP, f/2.4
Main: 50 MP, f/1.8, OISUltra-wide: 12 MP, f/2.2Telephoto 3x: 8 MP, f/2.4
Main: 200 MP, f/1.7, OISUltra-wide: 12 MP, f/2.2Telephoto 3x: 10 MP, f/2.4Telephoto 10x: 10 MP, f/4.9
Main: 50 MP, f/1.8, OISUltra-wide: 12 MP, f/2.2Telephoto 3x: 10 MP, f/2.4
Main: 50 MP, f/1.8, OISUltra-wide: 12 MP, f/2.2Telephoto 3x: 10 MP, f/2.4
Selfie camera
Battery
5.000 mAh45 W wired charging15 W wireless charging4.5 W reverse wireless charging
4.900 mAh45 W wired charging15 W wireless charging4.5 W reverse wireless charging
4.000 mAh25 W wired charging15 W wireless charging4.5 W reverse wireless charging
4.500 mAh25 W wired charging15 W wireless charging4.5 W reverse wireless charging
5.000 mAh45 W wired charging15 W wireless charging4.5 W reverse wireless charging
4.700 mAh45 W wired charging15 W wireless charging4.5 W reverse wireless charging
3.900 mAh25 W wired charging15 W wireless charging4.5 W reverse wireless charging
Connectivity
5G | eSIM | Wi-Fi 7 | Bluetooth 5.3 | NFC | UWB
5G | eSIM | Wi-Fi 7 (US) 6E (Global) | Bluetooth 5.3 | NFC | UWB
5G | eSIM | Wi-Fi 7 (US) 6E (Global) | Bluetooth 5.3 | NFC | UWB
5G | eSIM | Wi-Fi 6E | Bluetooth 5.3 | NFC
5G | eSIM | Wi-Fi 6E | Bluetooth 5.3 | NFC | UWB
5G | eSIM | Wi-Fi 6E | Bluetooth 5.3 | NFC | UWB
5G | eSIM | Wi-Fi 6E | Bluetooth 5.3 | NFC
IP Certification
Dimensions and weight
6.39 x 3.11 x 0.33 in, 8.18 oz162,3 x 79,0 x 8,6 mm, 232 g
6.24 x 2.99 x 0.30 in, 6.91 oz158.5 x 75.9 x 7.7 mm, 196 g
5.79 x 2.78 x 0.30 in, 5.89 oz147.0 x 70.6 x 7.6 mm, 167 g
6.22 x 3.01 x 0.32, 7.4 oz76,5 x 158 x 8,2 mm, 209 g
3.07 x 6.43 x 0.35 in, 8.25 oz163,4 x 78,1 x 8,9 mm, 233 g
3.07 x 6.43 x 0.35 in, 6.91 oz157,8 x 76,2 x 7,6 mm, ca. 195 g
2.79 x 5.76 x 0.3 in, 5.93 oz146,3 x 70,9 x 7,6 mm, ca. 168 g
Offers*
Samsung presents new Galaxy S models in the first quarter of each year. This happened a little earlier than in previous years in mid-January 2024. As always, the portfolio includes the base model Galaxy S24, its big brother Galaxy S24+, and finally the top-of-the-range Galaxy S24 Ultra. All three models are powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chip in North America, while the two cheaper models are equipped with the Samsung Exynos 2400 chip in other markets.
All three models have been moderately improved in terms of hardware: slightly more performance, better telephoto camera (S24 Ultra), slightly larger displays and batteries (S24 and S24+), and brighter panels. The big trump card that Samsung wants to play in 2024 is the Galaxy AI platform, which comes with powerful AI features.
In addition to the three new devices, the table also shows last year’s S-Class alternatives. Late last year, the Korean company also announced the more affordable Galaxy S23 FE out of a hat, as a kind of link between the mid-range and high-end. Of course, you can still keep your eyes open to possibly purchase a 2023 model from the S23 series at a reasonable price. These smartphones also have nothing to hide in terms of performance in 2024.
Keep in mind, however, that devices this old will not receive many updates, even from Samsung. Unlike the S24 series, for which Samsung is promising seven major Android updates and seven years of security updates for the first time.
Samsung Galaxy A: Mid-range smartphones from $160 to $550
Samsung Galaxy A55
Samsung Galaxy A35
Samsung Galaxy A25
Samsung Galaxy A15 5G
Samsung Galaxy A05s
Image
Review
Galaxy A55 review
Galaxy A35 review
Not yet tested
Galaxy A15 5G review
Not yet tested
Display
6.6-inch OLED
2340 x 1080 pixels
120 Hz refresh rate
6.6-inch OLED
2340 x 1080
120 Hz
6.5-inch OLED
1080 x 2340
120 Hz
6.5-inch OLED
1080 x 2340
90 Hz
6.7-inch LCD
1080 x 2400
90 Hz
SoC
Memory
8 / 12 GB RAM
128 / 256 GB storage
microSD expansion
6 / 8 GB RAM
128 / 256 GB storage
microSD expansion
6 / 8 GB RAM
128 / 256 GB storage
microSD expansion
4 / 6 / 8 GB RAM
128 / 256 GB storage
microSD expansion
4 / 6 GB RAM
64 / 128 GB storage
microSD expansion
OS
One UI 6.1 over Android 14
4 Android upgrades
5 years of security updates
One UI 6.1 over Android 14
4 Android upgrades
5 years of security updates
Android 13 + One UI 5.1
4 system upgrades
5 years of security updates
Android 13 + One UI 5.1
4 system upgrades
5 years of security updates
Android 13 + One UI 5.1
Camera
Main: 50 MP, f/1.8, OIS
Ultra-wide angle: 12 MP, f/2.2
Macro: 5 MP, f/2.4
Main: 50 MP, f/1.8, OIS
Ultra-wide angle: 8 MP, f/2.2
Macro: 5 MP, f/2.4
Main: 50 MP, f/1.8, OIS
Ultra-wide: 5 MP, f/2.2
Macro: 2 MP, f/2.4
Main: 50 MP, f/1.8
Ultra-wide: 5 MP, f/2.2
Macro: 2 MP, f/2.4
Main: 50 MP, f/1.8
Depth: 2 MP, f/2.4
Macro: 2 MP, f/2.4
Front-camera
Battery
5,000 mAh
25 W wired charging
5,000 mAh
25 W wired charging
5,000 mAh
25 W wired charging
5,000 mAh
15 W wired charging
5,000 mAh
15 W wired charging
Connectivity
5G | eSIM | Wi-Fi 6 | Bluetooth 5.3 | NFC
5G | Wi-Fi 6 | Bluetooth 5.3 | NFC
5G | Wi-Fi 5 | Bluetooth 5.3 | NFC
5G | Wi-Fi 5 | Bluetooth 5.3 | NFC
4G | Wi-Fi 5 | Bluetooth 5.1 | NFC
IP Certification
Dimensions and weight
6.34 x 3.05 x 0.32 in, 7.51 oz
161,1 x 77,4 x 8,2 mm, 213g
6.37 x 3.07 x 0.32 in, 7.37 oz
161,7 x 78,0 x 8,2 mm, 209 g
6.34 x 3.01 x 0.33 in, 6.95 oz
161 x 76.5 x 8.3 mm, 197 g
6.30 x 3.02 x 0.33 in, 7.05 oz
160.1 x 76.8 x 8.4 mm, 200 g
6.61 x 3.06 x 0.35 in, 6.84 oz
168 x 77.8 x 8.8 mm, 194 g
Offer*
The Galaxy A series begins from $160 onwards and goes all the way to just under $600 featuring 256 GB of storage space. This means that mid-range handsets are more broadly positioned than many other smartphone manufacturers with their entire portfolio. The handsets of the Galaxy A series from 2022, 2023, and 2024 are—as far as we have reviewed them—a rock-solid choice in any case.
nextpit already reviewed 2024’s Galaxy A35 and A55, which unsurprisingly scored the same as (or better than) their predecessors, with good enough (but not class-leading) performance, camera, and battery life.
You can read more about the differences between the Galaxy A and Galaxy S series in the following article:
Samsung is, of course, not alone in the market with its Galaxy A series devices. If you are looking for alternatives outside the Samsung bubble, we would recommend this article on the best mid-range smartphones to choose from.
Samsung Galaxy M: Entry-level handsets from $100 to $250
Samsung has placed its entry-level phones under the Galaxy M series. The smartphones cover a price range between $100 and $250. Unfortunately, we have not had the chance to review any of the Galaxy M series to date and therefore, we are unable to provide you with any recommendations.
Galaxy M: This is the name of the entry-level smartphones from Samsung that fall within the $100 to $250 price range. / © Samsung
We are still working on obtaining review units of the Galaxy M models in the future. Until then, you will find our favorites in the following linked article of the best sub-$200 smartphones.
Samsung Galaxy Xcover: Rugged smartphones
Tough and future-proof
Low-end specs
Product
Picture
Review
Galaxy XCover 6 Pro review
Not yet tested
Display
6.6-inch LCD
1080 x 2408 pixels
120 Hz refresh rate
6.6-inch LCD
1080 x 2408 pixels
60 Hz
SoC
Memory
6 GB RAM
128 GB storage
microSD slot
6 GB RAM
128 GB storage
microSD slot
OS
One UI 4 over Android 12
4 Android upgrades
5 years of security updates
One UI 6 over Android 14
4 Android upgrades
5 years of security updates
Camera
Main: 50 MP, f/1.8
Ultra-wide: 8 MP, f/2.2
Selfie camera
Battery
4050 mAh
25 W wired charging
3000 mAh
15 W wired charging
Connectivity
5G | Wi-Fi 6E | Bluetooth 5.2 | NFC
5G | eSIM | Wi-Fi 5 | Bluetooth 5.3 | NFC
IP Certification
Dimensions and weight
6.65 x 3.15 x 0.39 in, 8,29 oz
168.8 x 79.9 x 9.9 mm, 235 g
6.65 x 3.15 x 0.40 in, 8,47 oz
169 x 80.1 x 10.2 mm, 240 g
Offers*
When you first take a look at the technical specifications, the Galaxy XCover series is not very sexy at all. But you will definitely receive maximum protection with the IP68 rating. This means these smartphones should definitely be able to survive everyday sports or even get abused at a construction site. After all, the most modern hardware is of little use to you if the smartphone screen cracks on its very first drop.
Take note that there is also an Enterprise Edition of these handsets. These models offer an extended warranty as well as options for remote maintenance and management by administrators.
How to buy smartphones at great prices
Depending on when you read this article, the wait for discount campaigns or sales can be even more worthwhile. These are campaigns such as Black Friday, where you can pick up smartphones for a wee bit cheaper than usual. I have collated the information for you in the following table.
Upcoming sales events
Amazon Prime Day
tbc
Black Week
25 to 29 November 2024
Black Friday
29 November 2024
Cyber Monday
2 December 2024
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Last updated in April 2024 with review notes on the A35 and A55 models. Older comments were retained and may refer to outdated versions of this guide.
