Samsung Galaxy S10e
Samsung Galaxy S10e
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CAMERA: Poor—5.3/10
SIZE: Smallest Android
BATTERY: Fair—6.7/10
The Samsung Galaxy S10e is a budget-friendly option with a compact design, offering a durable glass back and a 5.8-inch OLED screen without curved edges, a feature some users prefer for its simplicity. It has solid performance with a Snapdragon 855 processor and 6GB of RAM, sufficient for everyday tasks. The 128GB storage is ample for most users and can be expanded via SD card. The device operates on Android and is equipped with convenient features like a headphone jack and wireless charging, although at 15W, it isn't the fastest. Its dual-camera setup, with 12MP main and 16MP ultrawide lenses, offers basic capabilities; however, both photo and video quality are considered poor compared to newer models. Battery life is average, lasting around 7 hours, and it includes a side-mounted fingerprint sensor for security. If your priority is cost and a no-frills phone that covers basic needs, the Samsung Galaxy S10e could be suitable, but for advanced photography or longer battery life, you might look elsewhere. Give Feedback
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Evaluation
Pros
- Affordable
- Compact size
- High-quality OLED display
- Headphone jack included
- Side fingerprint sensor
Cons
- Mediocre battery life
- Lower camera performance
- No 90/120Hz display refresh
- No high water resistance
Ratings by Category
Performance:4.0
The Performance rating is based on GeekBench performance benchmark scores, combined with PerfectRec’s assessment of real-life typical use cases.
Battery Life:3.8
The Battery Life rating is based on overall actual measured battery life during typical usage.
Full Specs
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
| Price | $145 | ||
Brand | Samsung | ||
Operating System | Android | ||
Release Date | March 8, 2019 | ||
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Screen Size | 5.8" | ||
Resolution | 2280 x 1080 | ||
Variable refresh rate | No | ||
Pixels Per Inch | 438 | ||
Display Type | OLED | ||
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | SD855 | ||
Internal Storage | 128 GB | ||
RAM | 6 GB | ||
CAMERA | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Overall Camera Quality Score  | 5.4/10 | ||
Photos Score | 5.3/10 | ||
Videos Score | 5.5/10 | ||
Rear Cameras | Main, Ultrawide | ||
Main Camera | 12 megapixels + OIS | ||
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | 6.9 Hours | ||
Battery Capacity | 3100 mAh | ||
Wireless Charging | Yes | ||
Wireless charging Speed | 15 W | ||
Reverse wireless charging | Yes (4.5 watts) | ||
PHYSICAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Size | 5.6" x 2.75" | ||
Weight | 5.29 oz | ||
Back Material | Glass | ||
Stereo Speakers | No | ||
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Dual SIM | No | ||
Bluetooth Version | 5.0 | ||
A2DP | Yes | ||
WiFi Version | 6 | ||
NFC | Yes | ||
OTHER FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Biometric unlock | Face unlock, Fingerprint sensor: Side | ||
Unlockable Bootloader | No | ||
Color | Prism Black, Prism White, Prism Blue, Prism Green, Flamingo Pink, Cardinal Red, Cannary Yellow | ||
Stock Android | No | ||
SD Card | Yes | ||
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The Verge
Natt Garun | March 2019
"You’re getting nearly the full S10 experience without spending as much money and in a size that’s a lot more appealing across demographics. If you’re looking for a good, small Android, this is a phone that I think most people will enjoy without sacrificing much in quality."
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