Apparently, there have been personnel changes at Samsung. Otherwise, the new enthusiasm of the Korean brand to saturate the budget smartphone market segment with competitive technology cannot be explained. Competing with Apple in advanced devices is great. But the vast majority of buyers still prefer budget models. The Samsung Galaxy A10s smartphone, which appeared on the market by the end of 2019, immediately attracted consumer attention. Besides its affordable price, the phone received popular hardware. And it’s not about performance.
| Chip | MediaTek Helio P22 |
| Processor | 8x ARM Cortex-A53 (up to 2GHz), 12 nm |
| RAM | 2 GB |
| Internal Storage | 32 GB |
| Operating System | Android 9.0 |
| Display Size | 6.2 inches |
| Screen Resolution | 1520×720 pixels per inch |
| Display Matrix Type | PLS (similar to IPS from Samsung) |
| Main Camera | 13 MP (f/1.8) + 2 MP (f/2.4), with flash |
| Front Camera | 8 MP (f/2.0) |
| Video Recording | 1080p 30 fps |
| Wi-Fi | 802.11n |
| Bluetooth | 4.2 |
| GPS | Yes |
| Charging Interface | micro-USB |
| Battery | Li-Ion, 4000 mAh (non-removable) |
| Dimensions | 156.9×78.8×7.8 mm |
| Weight | 168 grams |
| Technologies | Fingerprint scanner, light and proximity sensors, accelerometer |
| Price | $130-140 |
Samsung Galaxy A10s: advantages
You can argue for hours about the pros and cons of the new smartphone. Yes, the device has a low-performance chip, limited memory, and a low-resolution screen. There are questions about the absence of NFC and FM radio. Not to mention the outdated micro-USB charging port. But it’s a budget device. And attention should be paid to its advantages. And they are impressive:
- Price-quality ratio. It’s logical to assume that Samsung, in the budget class, inspires much more trust than lesser-known Chinese brands. Build quality, battery longevity, service. In this price range, only Xiaomi (Redmi 7 and 8) can compete with the A10s.
- Battery. Young people who are used to charging their smartphones daily and spend hours on social media find this inconvenient. People who use the phone for its intended purpose often recall Nokia “nutcrackers” that could hold a charge for weeks. But surprisingly, only a few manufacturers among budget phones install such resource-intensive batteries.
- Fingerprint scanner. Fast unlocking with a single touch is very convenient. All users have long appreciated this feature and always consider it when choosing a smartphone.
- Informative screen. In the pursuit of higher resolution displays, manufacturers often forget about readability for people with poor eyesight, especially the elderly. Wearing glasses every time to operate a smartphone is not always feasible. Here, the Galaxy A10s is an excellent solution.
The smartphone is equipped with decent cameras (main and front). This is another plus for a budget phone. Older generations can easily communicate via video with friends and relatives, and share photos. Compared to Xiaomi Redmi, Samsung Galaxy A10s has a significantly more durable body. The phone does not have MIL-STD-810 protection but can easily withstand a fall from 1.5 meters.
The new smartphone is suitable for elderly people (parents), children (schoolchildren), workers, and entrepreneurs. For everyone on the planet who needs, first and foremost, an inexpensive, comfortable, durable, functional, and long-lasting phone.
