Samsung Galaxy A05 with 50MP camera, MediaTek G85 SoC launched in India: price, specs

HIGHLIGHTS

• The Galaxy A05 comes in two variants, with the 4GB+64GB and 6GB+128GB.
• The Samsung Galaxy A05 is equipped with a MediaTek G85 processor.
• In India, the all-new Samsung Galaxy A05 starts at Rs 9,999.

Samsung has finally unveiled the Galaxy A05 officially for Indian consumers after its details appeared on Croma. The smartphone comes with a 6.7-inch HD+ display, a 50MP main camera, a MediaTek G85 chipset, a 5,000mAh battery, and much more. It is worth noting that the Samsung Galaxy A05 has been released as a budget phone in India and it comes after the launch of the Samsung Galaxy A05s.

Samsung Galaxy A05 price in India, availability, colours

• The Samsung  comes in two variants, with the 4GB+64GBversion priced at Rs 9,999.
• Meanwhile, the 6GB+128GBvariant of the Galaxy A05 has been priced at Rs 12,499 in India.
• The recently introduced Galaxy A05 smartphone will be sold at Samsung exclusive and retail stores, the official website, and other online platforms
• As a special offer, consumers can buy the Galaxy A05 with no-cost EMI using Samsung Finance+ or opt for attractive EMI options with banks and NBFCs, starting at Rs 875 per month.
• Additionally, customers using SBI credit cards can avail a limited-time cashback offer of INR 1,000.
• The Samsung Galaxy A05 has been unveiled in three colours, including Black, Silver, and Light Green.

Samsung Galaxy A05 specifications

• Display:The  has a 6.7-inch HD+ LCD display with a waterdrop notch and a resolution of 1600 x 720 pixels.
• Chipset:The Samsung is equipped with a MediaTek G85 processor.
• Storage:The phone comes in two variants: 4GB of RAM with 64GB of storage, and 6GB of RAM with 128GB of storage. Storage is expandable via a microSD card.
• OS:Out of the box, the phone runs on the Android 13-based One UI 5.1 Core OS, with expected support for future software updates.
• Rear cameras:The Samsung features a 50MP primary camera with f/1.8 aperture and a 2MP secondary sensor.
• Front camera:There is an 8MP front camera on the Galaxy A05 for selfies and video chats.
• Battery:The newly launched Samsung phone houses a 5,000mAh battery with support for 25W fast charging technology.
• Other features:The  supports 4G, dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.3, and GPS, and utilises a USB Type-C port for charging and data synchronisation.

Samsung Galaxy A05 design

The Samsung  is designed with a dual rear camera setup positioned in two circular camera modules at the top-right corner of the back panel, accompanied by an LED flash. The front display incorporates a waterdrop notch to house the selfie camera. On the right side of the phone, you’ll find the volume and power keys. Moving to the bottom edge, it includes a 3.5mm jack, a USB Type-C port, and a speaker grille.

Key Specs

Samsung Galaxy A05

MediaTek Helio G85 | 4 GBProcessor

6.7 inches (17.02 cm)Display

50 MP + 2 MPRear camera

8 MPSelfie camera

5000 mAhBattery

• The Samsung Galaxy A05 user manual goes live on the Samsung India website after the support page.
• The listing confirms the model number SM-A055F/DS.
• Unfortunately, the listing doesn’t reveal any specifications of the phone but suggests the launch could be imminent.
• Update: After the support page has gone live on the company’s India website, the Samsung Galaxy A05’s user manual is now up on the brand’s site. Like with any other user manual, this too has information on how to use the phone, basic settings and others. The user manual shows the design outline, with a centre-positioned waterdrop notch for the selfie snapper and thick bezels.
• We see the volume rocker and power button on the right side. The SIM card tray is on the left edge, while the USB Type-C port, speaker vents, and a 3.5mm audio jack are at the bottom. Moving to the back, you see dual camera sensors and an LED flash cutout. Now that the user manualis live, we can expect the official launch to happen anytime soon.

Original story follows…

After launching the Samsung Galaxy A05s in the country, the South Korean giant looks to be gearing up to unveil the Samsung Galaxy A05 phone soon. Before that happens, the handset’s support page has gone live on the company’s official Indian website, as spotted by 91mobiles. The listing confirms the model number SM-A055F/DS. The DS at the end means the phone will have dual-SIM support.

Samsung Galaxy A05 listed

• The Samsung Galaxy A05 support page has gone live, suggesting the launch of the phone could be imminent.
• The support page listing confirms the model number and will have dual SIM support.
• Unfortunately, the listing doesn’t reveal any specifications but recent leaks and rumours have spilled the beans.

Samsung Galaxy A05 specifications (expected)

• Display:The  is expected to sport a 6.5-inch FHD+ display but might come with just a 60Hz refresh rate and a waterdrop notch for the selfie shooter.
• Processor:The might be powered by the MediaTek’s Helio G85 chipset.
• RAM and Storage: The handset is tipped to pack 6GB of RAM and 128GB native storage, which might be further expandable up to 1TB via a microSD card.
• Cameras: The  is rumoured to pack a 50MP wide-angle primary camera and a 2MP depth camera. There could be an 8MP snapper on the front for selfies and video chats.
• Battery, fast charging:The Samsung could pack a 5,000mAh battery with 25W fast charging support.
• Connectivity: There will be 4G LTE, dual-SIM support, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, GPS, and a USB Type-C port for charging.
• Colour options:The phone might come in black, silver and light Green.