Samsung Galaxy A35

 It replaces the Galaxy A34 5G, its predecessor. The handset weighs 209g, measures 161.7 x 78 x 8.2 mm (6.37 x 3.07 x 0.32 in), and features a 6.6-inch Super AMOLED, 120Hz, 1000 nits (HBM) display. The display has 1080 x 2340 pixels, a 19.5:9 ratio (~390 ppi density) and the screen comes with a Corning Gorilla Glass Victus+ protector. Galaxy A35 runs on Android 14, One UI 6.1 OS, and is powered by an Octa-core Exynos 1380 (5 nm) chipset. Anchored the device for optimal performance are 128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM, and 256GB 8GB RAM besides microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot) for additional memory.

For optics, the Galaxy A35 has a 50MP + 8MP + 5MP main triple camera set up, and 13 MP, f/2.2, (wide), 1/3.06″, 1.12µm single, front camera for selfie and video chatting.  It is a 5G-enabled device with Bluetooth 5.3, Wi-Fi 802.11, NFC wireless connectivity, and supporting USB Type-C 2.0, OTG wired connectivity. The handset is powered by a 5,000mAh non-removable battery, supporting 25W fast charging but no wireless or reverse charging. 

Samsung Galaxy A35 Unique Selling Features

• Elegant Design and Durability: With an IP67 rating for dust and water resistance, the Galaxy A35 is designed to withstand the elements.
• Enhanced Nightography: Equipped with advanced AI Image Signal Processing, Galaxy A35 5G captures clearer and more vibrant photos even in poor lighting conditions.
• Super AMOLED Display: a 6.6-inch Full HD+ Super AMOLED display, featuring a 120Hz refresh rate and up to 1,000 nits brightness offers an immersive and vivid viewing experience.
• Robust Performance: Powered by a 5nm octa-core Exynos 1380 SoC, it offers smooth and efficient performance3.
• A Versatile Camera System: the triple camera setup with unique features like optical image stabilization (OIS) and video digital image stabilization (VDIS) ensures crisp photos and videos.
• Guaranteed Security: Samsung Knox Vault provides flagship-level security, protecting your data more effectively.
• Long-Lasting Battery: A 5,000mAh battery with 25W fast charging keeps you powered throughout the day.

  Detailed Product Description

  Design and Body Build

  Galaxy A35 5G boasts of a modern design with a focus on sleekness and functionality. Dimension-wise, it measures 161.7 x 78 x 8.2 mm (6.37 x 3.07 x 0.32 in) and weighs 209g. Certainly, it is a bulky and heavy phone, but reasonably good enough for portability and easy handling while in use. The weight could be attributed to its robust build, consisting of a glass front (Gorilla Glass Victus+), plastic frame, and glass back. Comparatively, the newly released Galaxy A55 consists of an almost similar body build: Glass front (Gorilla Glass Victus+), glass back (Gorilla Glass), and aluminum frame; with the difference coming in on the body frame.

  The front of the smartphone features a 6.6-inch Super AMOLED screen, offering vibrant colors and deep blacks, with a resolution of 1080 x 2340 pixels and a 120 Hz refresh rate. Galaxy A35 5G has a waterproof IP67 rating, ensuring durability against dust and water. The rear material is glass, providing a premium feel, while the frame material is plastic, which contributes to a lighter weight. Galaxy A35 5G comes in a variety of colors including Iceblue, Lilac, and Navy

  Overall, the Galaxy A35 5G design aligns with Samsung’s 2023 smartphone lineup aesthetics, featuring rounded corners and a focus on a seamless user experience. The smartphone is designed to offer a balance between style, performance, and durability.

  Display

  Samsung Galaxy A35 features a 6.6-inch Super AMOLED display with a resolution of 1080 x 2340 pixels and a 120Hz refresh rate. Notably, its impressive display performance, particularly for its color rendering in various lighting environments and good readability outdoors is praiseworthy. The immersive Super AMOLED display also boasts a peak brightness of 1000 nits in sunlight conditions, which is quite high compared to its rival models. Besides, the screen comes protected with the much-adored break and scratch-proof Corning Gorilla Glass Victus+, ensuring an optimized viewing experience and durability. Certainly, Galaxy A35 is a champion display-wise for its category and price category.

  Camera Set up

  Samsung Galaxy A35 features a versatile triple-camera setup, designed to cater to various photography needs. It features:

  • 50 MP, f/1.8, (wide), 1/1.96″, PDAF, OIS Primary Camera: Equipped with Optical Image Stabilization (OIS), the primary camera ensures sharp and clear images even in shaky conditions.
  • 8 MP, f/2.2, 123˚, (ultrawide), 1/4.0″, 1.12µm Camera: this ultra-wide lens captures wider scenes, perfect for landscapes or group photos.
  • 5 MP, f/2.4 Macro Camera: the macro camera allows you to capture fine details with precision, fine-tuning close-up shots.
  • 13 MP, f/2.2, (wide), 1/3.06″, 1.12µm front camera: great for awesome selfies and video chatting, besides 4K video recording.

  Additionally, Galaxy A35 5G records 4K videos @30fps, using both the front and rear (50MP) cameras, providing high-quality video capabilities. The 13MP front camera ensures your selfies are crisp and full of detail, with wide-angle capture capabilities. This setup is a significant improvement from its predecessors (A15, A25), offering you a commendable photography and videography experience.

  Samsung Galaxy A35 Performance

  Processor

  It is powered by the Exynos 1380 chipset, which is an octa-core processor with a configuration of 4×2.4 GHz Cortex-A78 & 4×2.0 GHz Cortex-A55 cores. This chipset is designed to provide a balance of performance and efficiency for the 5G-enabled Galaxy A35 smartphone, supporting advanced features like high-resolution cameras that record 4K videos, medium-set video games, and intensive processing associated with fast 5G connectivity.

  Operating System

  It runs on Android 14, complemented by Samsung’s One UI 6.1. Android 14 comes along with a host of new features aimed at enhancing personalization, privacy, security, and accessibility.

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