At a price point of around Rs. 22,000–25,000, the Samsung Galaxy A06 offers a mix of features that balance value and performance. The phone provides a large display and Samsung’s trusted software ecosystem, yet there are cons, such as a 60Hz refresh rate, that may not stack up to what rivals offer in the same price bracket.
Build & Design
The phone feels sturdy, with a large 6.7-inch display and a clean back design. Samsung has kept the side-mounted fingerprint scanner, which works fine but isn’t the fastest. There’s a triple-card slot, allowing two SIMs and a microSD card (Class 10 recommended if you’re upgrading storage). The phone has a headphone jack and noise cancellation mic, which is always appreciated.
Display
Samsung’s displays are usually great, but here you’re getting a 60Hz PLS LCD panel. It’s big and bright enough for indoor use but struggles a bit outdoors under direct sunlight. Competing Chinese brands in the same price range sometimes offer higher refresh rates (90Hz+), which makes the A05s feel slightly behind. Still, Samsung’s color calibration is good, and video playback up to 1080p/60fps is smooth.
Performance
Powered by the MediaTek Helio G85 and 4GB of LPDDR4X RAM with 64GB eMMC 5.1 storage, the A05s handles day-to-day apps just fine. Casual gaming is possible, but this isn’t a gaming-focused device. With moderate use, the 5000mAh battery and 25W fast charging (cable included, charger sold separately) are solid for all-day performance.
Software
Samsung’s biggest strength is software. The phone runs One UI Core, which is clean, bloatware-free, and comes with a 2-year major Android update promise plus 4 years of security patches—a big advantage over most budget phones.
However, during testing, some users have reported issues with biometric authentication on banking and wallet apps. This may be a software glitch and could get fixed in a future update, but it’s worth noting if you heavily rely on these services.
Camera
The rear setup includes a 50MP main camera and two basic sensors. The main camera performs well in daylight, though photos can be slightly soft. Video recording is capped at 1080p 60fps. The 8MP front camera is basic but fine for video calls and selfies.
Connectivity & Features
You get 4G LTE, Wi-Fi, and VoLTE support. There’s no NFC for tap-to-pay, and call recording isn’t built-in.
Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy A06 is a safe and reliable choice for users who value software updates, battery life, and Samsung’s ecosystem, as samsung phones are build to last. However, if you’re looking for higher performance, smoother displays, or stronger cameras in this price range, there are compelling alternatives from other brands.
