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Samsung Galaxy A22 5G

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Samsung Electronics
IndustryConsumer electronics
FoundedJanuary 13, 1969; 57 years ago (1969-01-13) in Suwon, South Korea
Headquarters
Suwon
,
South Korea
ProductsSmartphones, consumer electronics
Websitewww.samsung.com

Overview

The Samsung Galaxy A22 represents a mid-tier smartphone powered by the Android platform, designed and produced by Samsung Electronics as part of the Galaxy A lineup. This model was officially launched on June 24, 2021. It features a triple-camera configuration on the rear and supports a 90 Hz refresh rate for its display. Equipped with a 5000 mAh battery, it offers a capacity that exceeds the iPhone 13 Pro's battery by approximately 62%.

Design

The Samsung Galaxy A22 5G features a 6.6-inch Infinity-V screen characterized by a V-shaped notch at the top. Constructed with a plastic frame and rear panel, the device includes a capacitive fingerprint sensor positioned on the right side. On the back, it houses a triple camera array accompanied by an LED flash. Its dimensions are 167.2 mm by 76.4 mm by 9.0 mm, and it weighs 203 grams. The smartphone is offered in several color variants, including Gray, White, Mint, and Violet, depending on the market.

Hardware

Under the hood, the Samsung Galaxy A22 5G utilizes the MediaTek Dimensity 700 SoC built on a 7 nm manufacturing process. This chipset integrates an octa-core CPU featuring two high-performance ARM Cortex-A76 cores clocked at 2.2 GHz alongside six energy-efficient ARM Cortex-A55 cores running at 2.0 GHz. Graphics processing is managed by the Mali G57-MC2 GPU, and the platform includes an embedded 5G modem. The device supports up to 8 GB of RAM.

The phone comes in multiple memory configurations: 4 GB RAM paired with 64 GB internal storage, as well as options with 4, 6, or 8 GB RAM combined with 128 GB storage. Storage capacity can be further increased via a microSD card slot. Connectivity options include support for 5G networks, 4G LTE, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and GPS/A-GPS. Positioned along the bottom edge are a speaker grille, USB Type-C charging port, and a 3.5 mm headphone jack. Powering the device is a non-removable 5000 mAh battery that supports fast charging at 15 W.

The display is a 6.6-inch PLS TFT LCD panel with a resolution of 1080 by 2400 pixels, offering approximately 399 pixels per inch density and featuring a smooth 90 Hz refresh rate with a 20:9 aspect ratio.

Photography capabilities include a triple rear camera setup composed of a primary 48 MP sensor, a secondary 5 MP ultra-wide lens, and a tertiary 2 MP depth sensor. The front-facing camera is an 8 MP shooter housed within the V-shaped notch on the display.

Software

The device originally came equipped with Android 11 alongside One UI version 3.1. It introduced several enhancements to camera functionalities, including refined touch autofocus, an upgraded auto exposure controller, and improvements to the Single Take feature. Additionally, it incorporated new software capabilities such as Object Eraser, Multi Mic Recording, Eye Comfort Shield, Private Share, among others.

Starting in May 2022, the One UI 4.1 update based on Android 12 was released for all Galaxy A22 5G units.[1] This update emphasizes enhanced customization options, stronger privacy features, and expanded integration within Samsung's ecosystem. While it introduced only minor modifications overall, notable additions included Smart Calendar, the ability to select virtual RAM size (options of 2, 4, 6, or 8 GB), a redesigned color palette picker, Smart Widgets, independent Left/Right audio balance adjustment, an extra brightness toggle, Pro Mode extended to additional cameras, Night Mode portraits, and other subtle refinements.[2] As of July 2023, the A22 5G also supports upgrading to Android 13.[3]

India

The Samsung Galaxy A22 5G was launched in India on July 23, 2021, offering configurations of either 6 or 8 GB RAM[4] paired with 128 GB of internal storage.[5][6] Pricing starts at Rs.19,999 for the 6 GB variant and Rs.21,999 for the model with 8 GB RAM. It is important to note that the white color option is not offered for this model.[7]

A closely related variant named the Samsung Galaxy F42 5G[8] features a distinct color palette and a different camera configuration highlighted by a primary sensor of 64 MP. This model was introduced exclusively in the Indian market through Flipkart.[9][10] Available configurations include either 6 or 8 GB RAM combined with a storage capacity of 128 GB. However, Mint, Violet, and White colors are excluded from this variant's lineup.[11]

Europe

In select European markets, the Samsung Galaxy A22 5G was launched offering configurations of 4 GB RAM paired with 64 GB of internal storage, as well as options featuring 4, 6, or 8 GB RAM combined with 128 GB storage. Pricing begins at €230 for the 64 GB variant, while the 128 GB model with 4 GB RAM is priced around €250. With its 6.6-inch display, this device fits into the phablet category according to European classification standards.

Samsung Galaxy Wide5

The Samsung Galaxy Wide5 debuted exclusively in South Korea through the SK Telecom network. This model distinguishes itself from the Galaxy A22 5G by sporting a slightly altered rear camera design, upgrading the primary sensor to 64 MP from the previous 48 MP, and offering a different palette of colors. It comes equipped with 6 GB of RAM and 128 GB of internal memory, and is available in Black, White, and Blue finishes.

See also

References

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