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Samsung Galaxy A6+ (2018)#2698

Released: 2018

Samsung Galaxy A6+ (2018)

Overall Score

46.8

Category Breakdown

Overall(#2698)46.8
Performance(#3896)62.7
Camera(#5752)27.9
Display(#1312)82.8
Battery(#4064)26.6
Build(#159)93.6
Connectivity(#2935)58.3
Audio(#1963)8.9

Comparisons Featuring Samsung Galaxy A6+ (2018)

Short Review

  • The Samsung Galaxy A6+ (2018) features a sleek design with a glass front and aluminum back, measuring 160.2 x 75.7 x 7.9 mm and weighing 186g.
  • Its 6.0-inch Super AMOLED display offers a resolution of 1080 x 2220 pixels, providing vibrant colors and good clarity at approximately 411 ppi.
  • Performance is driven by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 450 chipset with an octa-core CPU and options for 3GB or 4GB of RAM, ensuring smooth multitasking.
  • The camera system includes a 16 MP rear camera with a wide aperture and a 24 MP front camera, capable of capturing detailed selfies.
  • Battery life is supported by a 3500 mAh capacity, although it lacks fast or wireless charging.
  • The device runs on Android 8.0 Oreo, upgradable to Android 9.0 Pie with One UI, offering a user-friendly interface.
  • Connectivity options include NFC, Bluetooth 4.2, and Wi-Fi, but it does not support 5G.
  • The phone also retains a headphone jack, catering to users who prefer wired audio.
  • Available colors include Black, Gold, Blue, and Lavender.
  • Overall, the Galaxy A6+ combines solid design and performance with a capable camera and decent battery life.

Specifications

General

Release Date2018
Announced2018
DescriptionAlso known as Samsung Galaxy A9 Star Lite in China; Galaxy Jean in Korea

Display

Size6"
TypeSuper AMOLED
Resolution1080 x 2220 pixels, 18.5:9 ratio (~411 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support
ProtectionN/A

Performance

ChipsetQualcomm SDM450 Snapdragon 450 (14 nm)
CPUOcta-core 1.8 GHz Cortex-A53
GPUAdreno 506
Memory32GB 3GB RAM, 32GB 4GB RAM, 64GB 4GB RAM
Expandable Storage
Card SlotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)

Camera

Main Camera16 MP, f/1.7, 26mm (wide), PDAF5 MP, f/1.9, (depth)
Main Camera FeaturesLED flash, panorama, HDR
Front Camera24 MP, f/1.9, 27mm (wide), 1/2.8", 0.9µm
Front Camera FeaturesLED flash
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie Video1080p@30fps, HDR
Optical Stabilization
Night Mode
Raw Photo Support

Battery

Capacity3500 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 3500 mAh, non-removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging
Wireless Charging

Build & Safety

Dimensions160.2 x 75.7 x 7.9 mm (6.31 x 2.98 x 0.31 in)
Weight186 g
MaterialsGlass front, aluminum back, aluminum frame
ColorsBlack, Gold, Blue, Lavender
Foldable
SAR0.36 W/kg (head)     1.39 W/kg (body)

Connectivity

SIMNano-SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (2CA) Cat6 300/50 Mbps
5G
4G
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth4.2, A2DP, LE
NFC
USBmicroUSB 2.0
IR Blaster
Headphone Jack
Radio
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, BDS

Audio

Stereo Speakers
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes

Software & Security

Operating SystemAndroid 8.0 (Oreo), upgradable to Android 9.0 (Pie), One UI
Fingerprint
Face Unlock
SensorsFingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass