After launching the Galaxy A54, A34 and A14, Samsung has just announced the launch of two new devices in its affordable range: the Galaxy A25 5G and the Galaxy A05s. The program includes an optimized audio and video experience, great autonomy and all at a price that is always included.
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Following the launch of the 5G-compatible entry-level Galaxy A54, A34 and A14 smartphones in March 2023, Samsung has just announced the launch of two new devices in its affordable range.
In fact, the Galaxy A welcomes into its stable this Monday, December 11, 2023 the Galaxy A25 5G and the Galaxy A05sSmartphones that, according to the manufacturer, are designed for everyday needs.
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5G and 120 Hz screen for the Galaxy A25
First, let's start with the Galaxy A25 5G. the only 5G compatible smartphone of this new batch. To highlight the difference from the A24, its direct predecessor, the A25 5G is equipped with one 6.5-inch Full HD+ screen of better quality. In fact, the panel benefits from the technology Great AMOLEDfor better contrast, more vibrant colors and deeper blacks.
The device always comes with the idea of strengthening the multimedia experience Dolby Atmos compatiblewhile the panel displays a refresh rate of 120Hz. Quite welcome on an entry-level smartphone. As for the photo part, it is provided by a 50 MP main sensor with optical stabilization.
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The photoset is then completed by a 8MP ultra wide angle lens And a 2 MP macro lens “to capture the smallest details”. When it comes to selfies, users can count on the following: 13 MP sensorattached as a punch to the upper part of the screen.
On the autonomy side, Samsung promises up to two full days with a single charge thanks to its battery 5000mAh. As a side note, let's point out that the Galaxy A25 5G is compatible with 25W fast charging (Charger is sold separately). Finally, the device will be available in two versions:
- 128GB and 6GB RAM
- 256GB and 8GB RAM
Is the storage capacity expandable? 1TB via microSD card. Users can choose between three different colors viz Midnight blue, blue or lime (lemon). With Android 13 the device will benefit from this 4 years of Android updates and 5 years of security updates.
Big screen and low price for the Galaxy A05s
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Now let's focus on the Galaxy A05s, an entry-level smartphone that we have already known since it began its career in the Asian market in September 2023. Just like the Realme 9 4G, the Galaxy A05s has a processor under the cover Snapdragon 680. A Soc that is fast enough to play, watch streaming content or scroll through networks completely smoothly.
The main argument (besides the price) of this Galaxy A05s remains its large 6.7-inch Full HD+ screen. A nice panel where you have to be content with a refresh rate of 90Hz only. In the photo part, the device has a classic set consisting of a 50 MP main sensorof a 2MP macro lens, a 2MP portrait sensor and finally a 13MP selfie sensor on the front. In the absence of optical stabilization The device offers autofocus.
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Here too, the Galaxy A05s should appeal to even the most modest budgets thanks to its good autonomy: 2 days on a single charge thanks to a 5,000mAh battery. 25W fast charging is also included (a significant improvement compared to the Galaxy A04s, which is capped at 15W).
As far as connectivity is concerned, the smartphone has a USB Type-C port as well as a 3.5mm jack. Something that will delight owners of wired headphones and earphones. It is compatible with Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac 2.4 and 5 GHz and Bluetooth 5.1. The device shipped under Android 13 also benefits from the same software tracking conditions. It is offered in three colors namely lime, black or silver a single version with 64 GB of storage space.
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Price and availability of the Galaxy A25 5G and A05s
Currently, the two smartphones are not yet available on the official French Samsung website. However, they already have their product sheets, so we know their respective prices.
So the Galaxy A25 5G is sold 319€ in the 128 GB version. The bill goes up €379 with 256 GB storage capacity. The Galaxy A05S must be placed on the table 169€ for the only version with 64 GB.