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Samsung
Galaxy A06
- 6.7-inch PLS
- MediaTek Helio G85
- 189 g
- 5000 mAh
Physical specifications
6.7"
Display size
189 g
Weight
167.3 mm
Height
77.3 mm
Width
8.0 mm
Thickness
19.5:9
Aspect ratio
Release and pricing
- Announced
- August 14, 2024
- Released
- August 16, 2024
Display
- Display size
- 6.7"
- Display technology
- PLS LCD
- Resolution
- 720 × 1600
Performance
- Chipset
- MediaTek Helio G85
- RAM
- 4 GB, 6 GB
- Storage
- 64 GB, 128 GB
- Expandable storage
- Yes
Battery & charging
- Typical capacity
- 5000 mAh
- Wired charging
- 25 W
- Charging standard
- Super Fast Charging
Cameras
- Rear cameras
- Wide · 50 MP · ƒ/1.8; Depth · 2 MP · ƒ/2.4
- Front cameras
- Selfie · 8 MP · ƒ/2.0
Connectivity
- Cellular
- LTE, 3G, 2G
- Wi‑Fi
- Wi-Fi 5
- Bluetooth
- Bluetooth 5.3
- USB
- USB Type-C
Sizometry Analysis
Overall Score
5.5
out of 10
A genuinely basic smartphone whose reliable battery life, decent daylight camera, and repairable design offer real value at a very low price, held back by an aging Helio G85 chipset and camera quality that trails even other budget rivals.
Category scores
Camera
5.0
The 50MP main sensor delivers decent daylight shots, but no OIS, capped 1080p video, and weak low-light performance are clear limitations.
Battery and charging
7.0
5,000mAh reliably covers a full day of moderate use, one of the phone's clearest strengths even at this very low price.
Performance
5.0
The aging Helio G85 handles core tasks fine but struggles noticeably with advanced multitasking or several open apps.
Handling and portability
6.5
189 g and a plastic frame keep the phone reasonably light for its large 6.7-inch display.
Build quality
6.0
A practical plastic build with unusually affordable, accessible replacement parts stands out for long-term ownership value.
Value
6.5
A genuinely capable core-functionality phone at a very low price, with clear compromises expected and accepted at this tier.
Strengths
- 5,000mAh battery reliably covers a full day of moderate use
- 50MP main camera delivers decent daylight photos for the price
- Repairable design with unusually affordable replacement parts
Weaknesses
- Aging Helio G85 chipset struggles with advanced multitasking
- No optical image stabilization limits low-light and video quality
- Camera and display quality feel firmly budget-tier even for this price segment
Best for
- Buyers who need core calling, messaging, and browsing at the lowest price
- Users who prioritize long battery life above camera or performance
- Owners who value repairable, affordable replacement parts
- Shoppers who want a large display without mid-range pricing
Less suitable for
- Users who regularly multitask heavily or run several apps at once
- Photography enthusiasts who care about low-light or video quality
- Buyers who want the sharpest possible display for the price
- Shoppers considering a step-up A-series model for better cameras
Upgrade recommendation
Current device: Much older basic phones or feature phones
Recommendation: Worth consideringNotes: The large display, 50MP camera, and 5,000mAh battery represent a genuine step up in daily usability.
Current device: Users who multitask heavily or run several apps at once
Recommendation: Probably unnecessaryNotes: The Helio G85 chipset is consistently described as the A06's clearest performance ceiling for demanding use.
Current device: Photography-focused buyers, even casual ones
Recommendation: Probably unnecessaryNotes: A pricier A-series model better serves low-light or video quality needs than the A06's camera system.
Current device: Buyers who prioritize repairability and cost of ownership
Recommendation: Worth consideringNotes: Affordable, accessible replacement parts offer a genuine long-term ownership advantage over pricier alternatives.
Everyday usability
Estimated from device dimensions and weight.
One-handed use
AverageOne-handed use is possible, though two hands will often feel easier.
Pocket friendliness
AveragePocketable, but you will notice its height and width in tighter pockets.
Carry comfort
BalancedWeight sits in a balanced range for everyday holding and carrying.
Reading and media
A large canvas for reading, video, and longer on-screen sessions.
Gaming
LimitedIts hardware is intended more for everyday tasks than demanding games.
Bottom line
The Galaxy A06 earns its place as a genuinely basic but capable smartphone, anchored by reliable 5,000mAh battery life, a decent 50MP daylight camera, and unusually affordable repair parts. Its clearest trade-offs are an aging Helio G85 chipset that struggles with demanding multitasking and a camera system that lacks optical stabilization and trails even other budget rivals in low light. Buyers upgrading from much older basic phones see the clearest benefits; anyone who multitasks heavily or cares about camera quality should consider a step-up A-series model instead.
Models and configurations
- Storage
- 64 GB128 GB
- Connectivity
- LTE3G2G
- RAM
- 4 GB6 GB
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