Samsung Galaxy A02s

Samsung Galaxy A02s
A picture of the Galaxy A02s, in its locked state.
BrandSamsung
ManufacturerSamsung Electronics
SeriesA series
First releasedNovember 24, 2020; 3 years ago (2020-11-24)
Availability by regionJanuary 4, 2021 (2021-01-04)
PredecessorSamsung Galaxy A01
SuccessorSamsung Galaxy A03s
RelatedSamsung Galaxy A02
Dimensions164 x 75.9 x 9.1 mm (6.46 x 2.99 x 0.36 in)
Weight196 g (6.9 oz)
Operating systemOriginal: Android 10 with One UI 2.5 Core
Current: Android 12 with One UI 4.1 Core
System-on-chipQualcomm SDM450 Snapdragon 450 (14 nm)
CPUOcta-core 1.8 GHz Cortex-A53
GPUAdreno 506
Memory2, 3, or 4 GB RAM
Storage32 GB or 64 GB internal storage
Removable storageMicro SD (Up to 512GB)
Battery5000 mAh
Charging15W fast charging support
Rear camera13 MP Wide
2 MP Depth
2MP Macro
Video recording up to 1080p at 30fps
Front camera5 MP
Display6.5 in HD+ PLS TFT LCD, (720x1600 resolution)
ConnectivityGSM / HSPA / LTE
Data inputsUSB Type-C
ModelSM-A025x
(last letter varies by carrier and international models)
SAR
  • 0.40 W/kg (head)
  • 1.37 W/kg (body)
WebsiteSamsung Galaxy A02s
References[1]

The Samsung Galaxy A02s is an Android smartphone designed and manufactured by Samsung Electronics as a part of its Galaxy A series. It was announced on 24 November 2020 alongside the Samsung Galaxy A12.[2][3] Its notable features include an 6.5 inch HD+ PLS TFT display, Qualcomm Snapdragon 450 SoC, a triple rear camera setup and a 5000 mAh battery with 15W fast charging support including a Facial recognition biometric.[2][4]

Specifications

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Hardware

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The Samsung Galaxy A02s is equipped with an 6.5 inch PLS TFT capacitive touchscreen with a resolution of 720 x 1600 (~270 ppi). The phone itself measures 164 x 75.9 x 9.1 mm (6.46 x 2.99 x 0.36 inches) and weighs 196 grams (6.91 oz). The A02s is constructed with a plastic front and a glass back and frame. It is powered by the Qualcomm SDM450 Snapdragon 450 (14 nm) SoC with an octa-core 1.8 GHz Cortex-A53 CPU and an Adreno 506 GPU. The phone can have either 16 GB, 32 GB or 64 GB of internal storage as well as 3 GB or 4 GB of RAM. Internal storage can be expanded via a microSD card up to 512 GB. The phone also includes a 3.5 mm headphone jack. It has a non-removable 5000 mAh lithium-ion battery.[5] The Europe / India variant (A025G) also has an NFC module in it, which makes it possible to use Contactless payment services using the phone.

Camera

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Galaxy A02s has 3 rear cameras, The main camera is a 13 MP wide lens and the second and the third are 2 MP depth sensors. The main camera can record video up to 1080p at 30fps. There is a 5 MP front selfie camera present in a notch.

Software

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This unit shipped with Android 10 (One UI 2.5 themed) and can be upgraded to Android 11 (One UI 3.1 themed) and Android 12 (One UI 4.1 themed).[6][7]

See also

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References

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  1. ^ "Samsung Galaxy A02s - Full phone specifications". www.gsmarena.com.
  2. ^ a b "Samsung unveils the Galaxy A12 and Galaxy A02s early 2021 budget phones". 24 November 2020.
  3. ^ "Samsung Galaxy A12 and Galaxy A02s announced: 6.5" screens and 5,000 mAh batteries".
  4. ^ "Samsung Galaxy A02 goes official with slim price tag and 5,000 mAh battery". GSMArena.com. Retrieved 2022-02-04.
  5. ^ "Samsung Galaxy A02s specs". Phone Arena. 27 December 2022.
  6. ^ "Galaxy A02s starts getting the Android 11 update". SamMobile. 10 May 2021.
  7. ^ "Samsung Galaxy A12 and A02s get Android 11".