| Prices | Price (USD) | USD $190.00 USD |
|---|---|---|
| Network | Technology |
GSM / HSPA / LTE
|
| Launch | Announced |
2021, June 03 2021, July |
| Status | Available. Released 2021, July 01 | |
| Body | Dimensions | 159.3 x 73.6 x 8.4 mm (6.27 x 2.90 x 0.33 in) |
| Weight | 186 g (6.56 oz) | |
| Build | Glass front, plastic frame, plastic back | |
| SIM |
· Nano-SIM · Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
|
| Display | Type | Super AMOLED, 90Hz, 600 nits |
| Size | 6.4 inches, 98.9 cm2 (~84.3% screen-to-body ratio) | |
| Resolution | 720 x 1600 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~274 ppi density) | |
| Display | 6.4″ 720 x 1600 pixels | |
| Platform | OS | Android 11, upgradable to Android 13, One UI 5 |
| Chipset | Mediatek MT6769V/CU Helio G80 (12 nm) | |
| CPU | Octa-core (2x2.0 GHz Cortex-A75 & 6x1.8 GHz Cortex-A55) | |
| GPU | Mali-G52 MC2 | |
| Memory | Card slot | microSDXC (dedicated slot) |
| Internal |
64GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM 64/128 GB |
|
| Features | eMMC 5.1 | |
| RAM | 4/6 GB | |
| Main Camera | Quad |
48 MP, f/1.8, (wide), 1/2.0", 0.8µm, PDAF, OIS 8 MP, f/2.2, 123˚ (ultrawide), 1/4.0", 1.12µm 2 MP (macro) Auxiliary lens |
| Features | LED flash, panorama, HDR | |
| Video | 1080p@30fps | |
| Selfie camera | Single | 13 MP, f/2.2, (wide), 1/3.1", 1.12µm |
| Video | 1080p@30fps | |
| Sound | Loudspeaker | Yes |
| 3.5mm jack | Yes | |
| Comms | WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Bluetooth | 5.0, A2DP, LE | |
| Positioning |
GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS Yes, with A-GPS, GLONASS, BDS |
|
| NFC | Yes (market/region dependent) | |
| Radio |
FM radio No |
|
| USB | USB Type-C 2.0 | |
| Features | Sensors | Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, compass |
| Features | Virtual proximity sensing | |
| Messaging | SMS(threaded view), MMS, Email, IM | |
| Browser | HTML5 | |
| Battery | Type | Li-Po 5000 mAh |
| Charging | 15W wired | |
| Misc | Colors | Black, White, Mint, Violet |
| Models | SM-A225F, SM-A225F/DS, SM-A225M, SM-A225M/DS | |
| SAR EU | 0.52 W/kg (head) 1.59 W/kg (body) | |
| Price | £ 190.00 | |
| Alert types | Vibration, MP3, WAV ringtones | |
| Java | No | |
| Made by | Korea | |
| Our Tests | Performance |
AnTuTu: 185358 (v8), 165959 (v9) GeekBench: 5464 (v4.4), 1372 (v5.1) GFXBench: 16fps (ES 3.1 onscreen) |
| Display | 597 nits max brightness (measured) | |
| Camera | Photo / Video | |
| Loudspeaker | -30.6 LUFS (Below average) | |
| Battery (old) | Endurance rating 121h |
Mini Review & Verdict
A smart summary of the Samsung Galaxy A22
Advantages
- High-contrast AMOLED screen with punchy saturation and smooth motion
- High-detail 48MP primary camera sensor backed by Optical Image Stabilization (OIS)
- High-capacity 5000mAh cell built to reliably sustain heavy daily screen time
- Convenient 3.5mm analog headphone port for zero-latency wired audio
Disadvantages
- Network capability is capped at 4G LTE speeds without native 5G bands
- Recharging turnaround is limited to 15W, taking longer to reach full charge
In real-world daily practice, the Samsung Galaxy A22 immediately distinguishes itself through balanced ergonomics, tactile button feedback, and approachable pocketability within Samsung's mobile lineup. The front panel features a vibrant AMOLED measuring 6.4 inches paired with an energetic 90Hz refresh rate, ensuring that reading articles, streaming media, and navigating social feeds remain fluid, vibrant, and remarkably gentle on the eyes.
Everyday software responsiveness is driven by the capable Mediatek MT6769V/CU Helio G80 (12 nm). Routine app launches, web browsing sessions, and casual gaming are handled with dependable stability and efficient thermal behavior. For photography enthusiasts, the main camera setup—centered on a 48MP primary sensor with optical image stabilization (OIS)—proves ready to document daily memories with lively color science, snappy shutter response, and commendable sharpness.
Power autonomy is reliably anchored by a 5000mAh battery unit, backed by standard charging speeds to comfortably see users through from morning commutes to late evening unwinding. In essence, the Samsung Galaxy A22 strikes a sensible, well-rounded balance that nails fundamental smartphone essentials without unnecessary operational complexity.
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