Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy A02s is a solid mid-range smartphone. The device’s sleek and elegant design coupled with its large 6.5-inch PLS IPS display. The triple-camera setup at the back captures decent photos and videos. The Snapdragon 450 chipset coupled with 3GB/4GB of RAM provides smooth performance, and the 5,000mAh battery can easily last a full day on moderate usage. The Samsung Galaxy A02s is an excellent smartphone that caters to the needs of users who want a good device without breaking the bank.
PRICE LIST | |
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Price in Pakistan | PKR 21,399 Expected |
Other Countries | $77 €72 £60 ¥558 ₹6505 ﷼288 Expected |
NETWORK | |
Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE |
2G Bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2 (dual-SIM model only) |
3G Bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 2100 |
4G Bands | 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41 |
Speed | HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps |
LAUNCH | |
Announced | 2020, November 24 |
Status | Available. Released 2021, January 04 |
BODY | |
Dimensions | 164.2 x 75.9 x 9.1 mm (6.46 x 2.99 x 0.36 in) |
Weight | 196 g (6.91 oz) |
Build | Glass front, plastic back, plastic frame |
SIM | Single SIM (Nano-SIM) or Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by) |
DISPLAY | |
Size | 6.5 inches, 102.0 cm2 (~81.8% screen-to-body ratio) |
Resolution | 720 x 1600 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~270 ppi density) |
PLATFORM | |
OS | Android 10, upgradable to Android 12, One UI 4.1 |
Chipset | Qualcomm SDM450 Snapdragon 450 (14 nm) |
CPU | Octa-core 1.8 GHz Cortex-A53 |
GPU | Adreno 506 |
MEMORY | |
Card Slot | microSDXC (dedicated slot) |
Internal | 16GB 1GB RAM, 32GB 2GB RAM, 32GB 3GB RAM, 32GB 4GB RAM, 64GB 3GB RAM, 64GB 4GB RAM |
MAIN CAMERA | |
Triple | 13 MP, f/2.2, (wide), AF 2 MP, f/2.4, (macro) 2 MP, f/2.4, (depth) |
Features | LED flash |
Video | 1080p@30fps |
FRONT CAMERA | |
Single | 5 MP, f/2.2 |
Video | |
SOUND | |
Loudspeaker | Yes |
3.5mm jack | Yes |
COMMS | |
WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct |
Bluetooth | 4.2, A2DP |
Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS |
NFC | No |
Radio | Unspecified |
USB | USB Type-C 2.0 |
FEATURES | |
Sensors | Accelerometer, proximity |
BATTERY | |
Type | Li-Po 5000 mAh, non-removable |
Charging | 15W wired |
MISC | |
Colors | Black, White, Red, Blue |
Models | SM-A025F, SM-A025F/DS, SM-A025G, SM-A025G/DS, SM-A025M, SM-A025M/DS, SM-A025U, SM-A025V, SM-A025A, SM-A025U1, SM-A025AZ, SM-S124DL |
Design and Display
The Samsung Galaxy A02s comes with a 6.5-inch PLS IPS display with a resolution of 720 x 1600 pixels. It has a waterdrop-style notch on top that houses the front-facing camera. The device sports a sleek and elegant design that is available in four different colors: Black, White, Red, and Blue. The device has a plastic back panel that has a matte finish that provides a good grip and feels in the hand.
Triple Camera
The Samsung Galaxy A02s sports a triple-camera setup on the back consisting of a 13-megapixel primary camera, a 2-megapixel macro lens, and a 2-megapixel depth sensor. The primary camera is capable of recording 1080p videos at 30fps. On the front, the device has a 5-megapixel camera that is housed inside the waterdrop notch.
Performance and Storage
The Samsung Galaxy A02s is powered by a Snapdragon 450 chipset that is paired with 3GB/4GB of RAM and 32GB/64GB of internal storage. The storage can be expanded up to 1TB using a microSD card. The device runs Samsung’s One UI 4.1 based on Android 10.
Battery and Connectivity
The device also comes with a 5,000mAh battery that can easily last a full day on moderate usage. Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.2, GPS, and a 3.5mm headphone jack. Additionally, the device comes with dual-SIM support and a USB Type-C port for data transfer and charging.
Here is an overview of the pricing information for the Samsung Galaxy A02s in Pakistan:
Please note that pricing details are subject to change and may vary depending on the retailer or provider. It is always advisable to confirm the price before making a purchase.