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3.94out of 5
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Manufacturer codeSM-A505FZWSXEU
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About the Samsung Galaxy A50 SM-A505F
Samsung SM-A505FZWSXEU is listed in the smartphones category. The recorded specifications include display diagonal: 16.3 cm (6.4"); internal storage capacity: 128 GB; mobile network generation: 4G. This entry covers manufacturer code SM-A505FZWSXEU. Specifications relate to this exact source record; other editions or packages may differ.
The 16.3 cm (6.4") display is specified at 1080 x 2340 pixels. Consider these together: a larger screen provides more physical space, while resolution determines the number of pixels available. Neither specification establishes brightness, colour accuracy or motion quality.
- Screen size
- 16.3 cm (6.4")
- Screen resolution
- 1080 x 2340 pixels
- Processor family
- Samsung Exynos
- Memory (RAM)
- 4 GB
- Storage capacity
- 128 GB
- Mobile network generation
- 4G
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TechRadar
3.00 / 5Original rating: 3 / 5
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Read the full review ↗Checked 18 Oct 2026
GSMArena
3.70 / 5Original rating: 3.7 / 5
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Tech Advisor
4.00 / 5Original rating: 4 / 5
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Read the full review ↗Checked 2 Oct 2026
Digital Trends
4.00 / 5Publisher rating supplied by Icecat: 80%
Yes. We particularly like the unlocked version available for under $300 on Amazon already. It's a great value, and currently available for as little as $230 on sale. That's tough to beat.Editors' RecommendationsThe best Samsung Galaxy deals for April 2020...
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5.00 / 5Publisher rating supplied by Icecat: 100%
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Samsung Galaxy A50 SM-A505F specifications
Manufacturer code: SM-A505FZWSXEU · Icecat product 93497640 · Checked 25 Sep 2026. Specifications belong to this exact model.
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| Screen size | 16.3 cm (6.4") |
|---|---|
| Screen resolution | 1080 x 2340 pixels |
| Processor family | Samsung Exynos |
| Memory (RAM) | 4 GB |
| Storage capacity | 128 GB |
| Mobile network generation | 4G |
| Rear camera resolution | 25 MP |
| Battery capacity | 4000 mAh |
| NFC | Yes |
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Audio & listening2 details
| Speakerphone | Yes |
|---|---|
| Audio formats supported | 3GA, AAC, AMR, IMY, M4A, MIDI, MP3, OGA, OGG, OTA, RTTTL, RTX, WAV, WMA, XMF |
Display6 details
| Screen shape | Flat |
|---|---|
| Display technology marketing name | Super AMOLED |
| Panel type | OLED |
| Display number of colours | 16 million colours |
| Touchscreen type | Capacitive |
| Rounded display corners | Yes |
Processor, memory & storage7 details
| Processor cores | 4 |
|---|---|
| Processor frequency | 2.3 GHz |
| Coprocessor | Yes |
| Coprocessor frequency | 1.7 GHz |
| Coprocessor cores | 4 |
| Compatible memory cards | MicroSD (TransFlash) |
| Maximum frame rate | 30 fps |
Camera, image & video14 details
| Second rear camera resolution (numeric) | 5 MP |
|---|---|
| Third rear camera resolution (numeric) | 8 MP |
| Rear camera aperture number | 1.7 |
| Second rear camera aperture number | 2.2 |
| Third rear camera aperture number | 2.2 |
| Front camera type | Single camera |
| Front camera resolution (numeric) | 25 MP |
| Front camera aperture number | 2 |
| Rear camera flash | Yes |
| Resolution at capture speed | 1920x1080@30fps |
| Video recording modes | 1080p |
| Rear camera type | Triple camera |
| Auto focus | Yes |
| Video formats supported | 3G2, 3GP, ASF, AVI, FLV, M4V, MKV, MP4, WEBM, WMV |
Connections & wireless14 details
| USB mass storage | Yes |
|---|---|
| SIM card capability | Dual SIM |
| SIM card type | NanoSIM |
| Wi-Fi | Yes |
| Wi-Fi standards | 802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| Bluetooth version | 5.0 |
| Wi-Fi Direct | Yes |
| USB port | Yes |
| USB connector type | USB Type-C |
| USB version | 2.0 |
| Headphone connectivity | 3.5 mm |
| Wi-Fi positioning | Yes |
| Browsing time (Wi-Fi) (max) | 15 h |
Power & battery6 details
| Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) | Yes |
|---|---|
| Removable battery | No |
| Talk time (3G) (max) | 23 h |
| Stated music playback time | 92 h |
| Continuous video playback time (max) | 19 h |
| AC adapter included | Yes |
Controls & features7 details
| Fingerprint reader | Yes |
|---|---|
| Virtual assistant | Samsung Bixby |
| Proximity sensor | Yes |
| Ambient light sensor | Yes |
| Orientation sensor | Yes |
| Geomagnetic sensor | Yes |
| Hall sensor | Yes |
Design & dimensions6 details
| Form factor | Bar |
|---|---|
| Product colour | White |
| Width | 74.7 mm |
| Depth | 7.7 mm |
| Height | 158.5 mm |
| Weight | 166 g |
Software & compatibility2 details
| 3G bands supported | 850,900,1900,2100 MHz |
|---|---|
| 4G bands supported | 800,850,900,1800,2100,2300,2500,2600 MHz |
Further product details28 details
| User memory | 107 GB |
|---|---|
| Maximum memory card size | 512 GB |
| Flash type | LED |
| Geotagging | Yes |
| 3G standards | UMTS, WCDMA |
| 4G standard | LTE |
| 5G standard | Not supported |
| Tethering (modem-mode) | Yes |
| Subscription type | No subscription |
| Short Message Service (SMS) | Yes |
| Multimedia Messaging Service (MMS) | Yes |
| Yes | |
| GPS (satellite) | Yes |
| GLONASS | Yes |
| BeiDou | Yes |
| Galileo | Yes |
| Position location | Yes |
| Vibrating alert | Yes |
| Platform | Android |
| App distribution platform | Google Play |
| Browsing time (3G) (max) | 12 h |
| Browsing time (4G) (max) | 14 h |
| Accelerometer | Yes |
| Gyroscope | Yes |
| Repairability index | 5.8 |
| Quick start guide | Yes |
| Head SAR (EU) | 0.27 W/kg |
| Body SAR (EU) | 1.39 W/kg |
Packaging & supplied accessories2 details
| Warranty card | Yes |
|---|---|
| Cables included | USB Type-C |
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