Samsung Galaxy A01 Reviews 2023: is It Worth Buying?
The cheapest model in Samsung’s A-series of low-cost phones, the Galaxy A01 is a straightforward, inexpensive Android phone. This Samsung Galaxy A01 reviews will help you analyze whether it is worth buying.
A good dual-rear camera setup, a moderately large screen, and a battery that should last you long enough (for its specs) are all features of this new model, which is an entry-level device.
Keep reading, you will learn more about Samsung Galaxy A01.
About Samsung Galaxy A01
One of the brand-new smartphones in the Samsung A series to be released in 2020 is the Galaxy A01 (SM-A015DS).
The Qualcomm Snapdragon 439 chipset, 2 GB of RAM, and 16 GB of internal storage power this device.
The Samsung Galaxy A01 comes pre-installed with Android OS version 10.0; however, the firmware can be changed to a newer OS version.
The smartphone has a good battery backup thanks to the non-removable Li-Ion 3000 mAh battery that is included.
There is no requirement for periodic discharge, and charging can happen at any time.
Samsung Galaxy A01 Pros and Cons
Pros
- Vivid display
- Long-lasting battery
- Small and stylish design
Cons
- Poor performance
- Minimal storage in the default configuration
- Low-light photos are disappointing
- No fingerprint sensor
- Lacks Easy mode
Bright and Bold Display
The Galaxy A01 is immediately apparent to be a low-cost phone upon first glance. The camera module’s tiny size and plastic body are obvious giveaways. However, that doesn’t mean it is distasteful. In fact, we really like the charming small phone aesthetic it has.
The Galaxy A01 weighs only 5.4 ounces and has dimensions of 5.8 by 2.8 by 0.3 inches. Its dimensions are ideal for slipping into your pocket, and it’s light enough to hold for extended periods of time without getting tired.
Capable Cameras
A 2MP depth sensor with an f/2.4 aperture and a 13MP wide-angle lens are both used in the rear camera module. There is a 5MP lens with an f/2.2 aperture on the front.
The Galaxy A01 can take stunning pictures in good lighting conditions. While the majority of our test images had excellent depth of field and vibrant colors, we noticed some loss of fine detail in the background. The cameras struggle, though, in dim light. The foreground and background details in each of our test shots were hazy and made the entire collection look flat.
Galaxy A01’s Internal Storage Woes
To store your photos and videos, you’ll probably need to buy a microSD card or use the Google Photos cloud service.
The phone only has 16GB of internal storage, and the OS and apps use almost half of that space. The Verizon device I used for this review had a lot of preloaded apps.
It only had 4.9GB of usable memory when I first turned it on, and I hadn’t even downloaded any apps or taken any photos yet.
I reached about 6.8GB after uninstalling as much bloatware as I could (some apps, like a number of Verizon apps, I couldn’t delete).
I should reiterate that the phone has expandable memory up to 512GB, so I advise choosing that option for onboard storage.
Galaxy A01’s Battery Life
The phone’s 3,000 mAh battery allows it to operate with minimal use throughout the workday. That includes spending a portion of the day surfing the internet, taking pictures, and watching videos.
The phone achieved an average of 11 hours and 47 minutes of continuous video playback while in Airplane mode.
It’s a good idea to start your clocking in at that time (and it lasts longer than, say, the Pixel 4 from last year, which cost $800 initially and only lasted 10 hours). However, the battery life of the A01 and Pixel 4 is among the shortest I’ve observed in the previous two years.
Check out the Moto G Power, which lasted more than 24 hours in the same test, if you want something much longer. Additionally, we’re running battery tests for streaming video; once I have the results, I’ll update the review.
Final Words on Samsung Galaxy A01 Reviews
The Samsung Galaxy A01 is still superior to other low-cost phones, even though a $150 phone is typically fairly basic.
Even though it has a vibrant display and great battery life, it falters pretty much everywhere else.
Even after you go through the hassle of removing the bloatware, its Snapdragon 439 processor struggles with all but the most basic tasks, and there isn’t much room for installing apps.
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