Overall Score
58.7Category Breakdown
Overall(#3339)58.7
Performance(#4464)60.3
Camera(#4231)42.4
Display(#6359)67.5
Battery(#2199)58.5
Build(#1314)77.8
Comparisons Featuring Samsung Galaxy A02s
Short Review
- The Samsung Galaxy A02s features a plastic build with a glass front, measuring 164.2 x 75.9 x 9.1 mm and weighing 196 grams, available in Black, White, Red, and Blue.
- It has a 6.5-inch PLS LCD display with a resolution of 720 x 1600 pixels and a 60Hz refresh rate, providing decent visuals but lacking HDR support.
- Powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 450 chipset, it offers an octa-core CPU and Adreno 506 GPU, with various RAM and storage configurations up to 4GB RAM and 64GB storage.
- The camera setup includes a 13 MP main sensor, a 2 MP macro lens, and a 2 MP depth sensor, capable of recording 1080p video at 30fps, while the 5 MP front camera handles selfies.
- The device is equipped with a robust 5000mAh battery, supporting 15W charging but lacking wireless charging capabilities.
- Running on Android 10, it is upgradable to Android 12 with One UI 4.1, ensuring a relatively modern software experience.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.2, and USB Type-C 2.0, but it does not support 5G or NFC.
- The phone includes a headphone jack, which is a notable feature for audio enthusiasts.
- Overall, the Galaxy A02s delivers essential smartphone functionalities without advanced features.
Specifications
General
Release Date2020, November 24
Announced2020, November 24
DescriptionVersions: SM-A025F/DS (Global), SM-A025G/DS (India), SM-A025M/DS (LATAM)
Display
Size6.5"
TypePLS LCD
Resolution720 x 1600 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~270 ppi density)
PPI720
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm SDM450 Snapdragon 450 (14 nm)
CPUOcta-core 1.8 GHz Cortex-A53
GPUAdreno 506
Memory16GB 1GB RAM, 32GB 2GB RAM, 32GB 3GB RAM, 32GB 4GB RAM, 64GB 3GB RAM, 64GB 4GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera13 MP
Main Camera Details13 MP, f/2.2, (wide), AF2 MP, f/2.4, (macro)2 MP, f/2.4, (depth)
Front Camera5 MP
Front Camera Details5 MP, f/2.2
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie VideoN/A
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity5000 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 5000 mAh
Charging Details15W wired
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions164.2 x 75.9 x 9.1 mm (6.46 x 2.99 x 0.36 in)
Weight196 g
MaterialsGlass front, plastic back, plastic frame
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsBlack, White, Red, Blue
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth4.2, A2DP
NFC✗
USBUSB Type-C 2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 10, upgradable to Android 12, One UI 4.1
OS VersionAndroid 10, upgradable to Android 12, One UI 4.1
Security
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes