Samsung Galaxy A04s
| Company type | Product line |
|---|---|
| Industry | Consumer electronics |
| Predecessor | Samsung Galaxy A03 |
| Founded | August 24, 2022 |
| Defunct | September 25, 2023 |
| Successor | Samsung Galaxy A05 |
Area served | Worldwide |
| Products | Smartphones (Galaxy A04, A04s, A04e) |
| Owner | Samsung Electronics |
| Website | www |
Overview
The Samsung Galaxy A04 lineup consists of affordable Android smartphones produced by Samsung Electronics. This series was officially introduced on August 24, 2022.
Device Variants and Specifications
The series includes three models: the Galaxy A04, Galaxy A04s, and Galaxy A04e. Each variant differs slightly in design and hardware specifications.
- Model Numbers:
- Galaxy A04: SM-A045x
- Galaxy A04s: SM-A047x
- Galaxy A04e: SM-A042x
- Release Dates:
- Galaxy A04 debuted on August 24, 2022
- Galaxy A04s followed on August 31, 2022
- Galaxy A04e was released on October 21, 2022
- Discontinuation: The series was phased out on September 25, 2023.
Design and Build
All models feature a slate form factor with dimensions as follows:
- Galaxy A04 measures 164.4 mm x 76.3 mm x 9.1 mm
- Galaxy A04s measures 164.7 mm x 76.7 mm x 9.1 mm
- Galaxy A04e measures 164.2 mm x 75.9 mm x 9.1 mm
Weight varies slightly among the models:
- Galaxy A04 weighs approximately 192 grams
- Galaxy A04s weighs around 195 grams
- Galaxy A04e weighs about 188 grams
Available color options include Black, Green, White, Copper, and Blue.
Operating System and Performance
These smartphones operate on Android 12 paired with One UI Core 4.1, with upgrade paths extending to Android 14 and One UI 6.1.
The chipset configurations differ by model:
- Galaxy A04 and A04e are powered by the MediaTek Helio P35 (12nm) processor
- Galaxy A04s utilizes the Exynos 850 (8nm) chipset
CPU arrangements for each device are:
- Galaxy A04/A04e feature an octa-core setup with four cores at 2.3 GHz Cortex-A53 and four cores at 1.8 GHz Cortex-A53
- Galaxy A04s includes an octa-core CPU comprising eight Cortex-A55 cores clocked at 2.0 GHz
Graphics processing units vary accordingly:
- PowerVR GE8320 for the Galaxy A04
- Mali-G52 GPU for the Galaxy A04s
Memory and Storage
RAM options differ between models:
- The Galaxy A04s is available with 4, 6, or 8 GB of RAM
- The Galaxy A04 and A04e come with either 3 or 4 GB of RAM
Internal storage capacities offered include 32 GB, 64 GB, and 128 GB utilizing eMMC 5.1 technology. Additionally, microSDXC support allows for expandable storage.
Network and Connectivity
All devices support GSM, HSPA, and LTE networks. Connectivity features consist of Wi-Fi standards up to 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac including dual-band support, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot capabilities, Bluetooth version 5.0 with A2DP and LE profiles.
Display
Each model is equipped with a PLS LCD Infinity-V display measuring approximately 6.5 inches diagonally (165 mm), offering a resolution of 720 x 1600 pixels at a ~270 ppi density and a screen aspect ratio of 20:9.
Cameras
Rear camera setups vary across the lineup:
- Galaxy A04 includes a dual rear camera system with a primary 50 MP wide sensor (f/1.8) featuring autofocus, accompanied by a secondary 2 MP depth sensor (f/2.4). Video recording supports up to 1080p at 30fps.
- Galaxy A04s sports a triple rear camera array consisting of a main 50 MP wide sensor (f/1.8) with PDAF, plus two additional sensors: a 2 MP macro lens and a 2 MP depth sensor (both f/2.4). Video capture is also limited to Full HD at 30fps.
- Galaxy A04e has a dual rear camera configuration with a primary 13 MP wide sensor (f/2.2) featuring autofocus and a secondary 2 MP depth sensor (f/2.4), along with LED flash support; video recording is capped at Full HD at 30fps.
The front-facing camera across all variants is a single 5 MP sensor with an aperture of f/2.2.
Battery
Each model contains a non-removable Li-Ion battery rated at 5000 mAh capacity.
Input Sensors
Standard input features include multi-touch touchscreen functionality alongside sensors such as accelerometer and proximity detection.
SIM Options
Users can choose between single Nano-SIM or dual Nano-SIM configurations supporting dual standby mode.
Related Models
This series succeeds the Samsung Galaxy A03 and precedes the Samsung Galaxy A05 in Samsung's product lineup. It shares family ties with other devices like the Samsung Galaxy A14, A24, A34 5G, and A54 5G.
Official Website
Further information is available through Samsung’s official product page for the Galaxy A04 series.
Hardware
The Samsung Galaxy A04 features a 6.5-inch PLS LCD capacitive touchscreen with a display resolution of 720 x 1600 pixels, resulting in approximately 270 pixels per inch. Its dimensions are 164.4 x 76.3 x 9.1 mm (6.47 x 3.00 x 0.36 inches), and it weighs 192 grams (6.77 ounces). The device is designed with a glass front panel, complemented by a plastic back and frame. Under the hood, it is powered by the MediaTek Helio P35 chipset fabricated on a 14nm process, incorporating an octa-core CPU consisting of four Cortex-A53 cores clocked at 2.3 GHz and four Cortex-A53 cores at 1.8 GHz, alongside a PowerVR GE8320 GPU. Storage options include internal capacities of 32 GB, 64 GB, or 128 GB, paired with RAM variants of 4 GB, 6 GB, or 8 GB. Additionally, storage can be expanded via a MicroSD card supporting up to 512 GB. The phone retains a 3.5mm audio jack for headphone connectivity and houses a non-removable lithium-ion battery rated at 5000 mAh.
Camera
On the rear, the Galaxy A04 is equipped with a vertically aligned dual-camera system positioned on the left side along with an LED flash. This setup comprises a primary 50 MP wide-angle sensor and a secondary 2 MP depth sensor. The main camera supports video recording at Full HD (1080p) resolution with a frame rate of 30 frames per second. For selfies and video calls, there is a single front-facing camera with a resolution of 5 MP located within a notch.
Software
The device operates on One UI Core version 4.1 built atop Android 12.