Samsung W22 5G (2021) review

Samsung announced the launch of the W22 5G smartphone in 2021. The manufacturer is offering the Samsung W22 5G phone with 7.6 inch display, Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 chipset, 16 GB of RAM and 512 GB of internal storage.

The Samsung W22 5G smartphone comes with Android OS v11.0 out of the box, and a Li-Po 4400 mAh, non-removable battery. This phone uses a high resolution 2208 x 1768 px, OLED display. This 7.6 inch OLED display offers wide viewing angles, ensuring consistent image quality and color accuracy even when viewed from different angles. The multi-camera setup on the W22 5G offers versatility, allowing you to capture a wide range of subjects and scenes with different perspectives. With multiple cameras, you can capture the same scene from different angles or focal lengths simultaneously. The selfie camera of W22 5G allows you to capture self-portraits or group photos without needing someone else to take the picture for you.

Samsung W22 5G specifications

Body

The weight of Samsung W22 5G is about 10.16 oz with battery, which is average compared to most of the smartphones with same size. The dimensions of this Samsung smartphone are average (6.23 x 5.04 x 0.25 inch). Smaller smartphones are more compact and easier to carry around, but they may have smaller displays that can be harder to read and interact with. A Nano SIM is a small (12.3 x 8.8 x 0.67 mm) chipcard that is used in smartphones as a subscriber identity module (SIM) for connecting to a cellular network.

System

The Samsung W22 5G comes with Android OS v11.0 out of the box, but it is upgradable to the next OS. Android is closely integrated with various Google services, such as Google Maps, Gmail, and Google Drive, which makes it easy for users to access and manage their data across multiple devices. The W22 5G utilizes Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 SoC (System on a Chip). This powerful octa-core processor is capable of handling complex tasks and running multiple applications simultaneously.

The W22 5G utilizes Adreno 660 GPU. A GPU (Graphics Processing Unit) is a specialized chip that is primarily designed to handle and accelerate the processing of graphics and visual data. It is responsible for rendering images, videos, and animations on a smartphone screen. Adreno GPUs are designed to work in conjunction with Qualcomm's Snapdragon processors. The latest Adreno GPUs support advanced graphics features such as high dynamic range (HDR) rendering, virtual reality, and augmented reality applications.

Display

The 7.6 inch phone comes with OLED display. The OLED (Organic Light-Emitting Diode) is a display technology based on the use of organic polymers as the semiconductor material in Light-Emitting Diodes (LEDs). If you have difficulty reading small text or prefer larger icons and visuals for better visibility, a 7.6 inch display can be beneficial. The size of the screen is measured diagonally, from corner to corner. A larger screen typically requires more power to illuminate, which can impact battery life. The display of Samsung W22 5G is multitouch capable. Multitouch technology enables the device's touchscreen to detect and interpret multiple touch points on the screen simultaneously.

Memory

The 16 GB of RAM on the Samsung W22 5G should be more than enough to handle their daily needs without any major issues. Having more RAM alone does not necessarily guarantee better performance, and other factors such as the processor and storage speed can also impact overall performance. 128 GB of internal storage should be more than enough for their needs. The W22 5G has 512 GB of internal storage. The memory and the internal storage of the Samsung W22 5G (16 GB) cannot be expanded.

Camera

This smartphone features a multi-camera setup. Multiple cameras or depth sensors can enhance the smartphone's ability to create appealing portrait mode effects, including background blur or bokeh. This can be useful for creating multi-camera shots, 3D effects, or immersive content. The main camera of the W22 5G is equipped with autofocus. An autofocus (or AF) optical system uses a sensor, a control system and a motor to focus on an automatically or manually selected point or area. Very few Android cameras come without autofocus. The main camera of W22 5G has optical image stabilization (OIS) to counteract camera shake. Optical image stabilization is a must for anyone shooting without a tripod with a long lens or in low light conditions.

Connectivity

The Samsung W22 5G supports the latest 5G network technology. It is the successor to 4G (Fourth Generation) and offers significant advancements in terms of speed, capacity, latency, and overall network performance. The Samsung W22 5G like all modern smartphones, is capable of connecting to Wi-Fi networks. Wi-Fi networks offer several advantages over wired networks, including greater mobility, flexibility, and convenience.

With Bluetooth connectivity, you can connect your W22 5G smartphone to a wide range of Bluetooth-enabled devices, such as headphones, speakers, smartwatches, fitness trackers, and more. This phone has a built-in GPS. GPS is a highly accurate navigation system using signals from satellites to determine a location on the Earth's surface, irrespective of weather conditions. Most phones have a GPS unit on board.

The W22 5G is NFC (Near Field Communication) capable. NFC stands for Near Field Communication, and it is a wireless communication technology that allows two devices to exchange information when they are brought close together. The W22 5G phone has built-in FM radio receiver. FM radio allows users to tune in to local radio stations and listen to live broadcasts, news, music, and other content. The W22 5G has an USB Type-C port. Type-C is a small, reversible connector that can be plugged in to a device in either orientation, making it more convenient to use than older USB connectors that only worked when plugged in a certain way. The W22 5G smartphone does not have 3.5 mm headphone jack.

Battery

The Li-Po 4400 mAh, non-removable battery gives the smartphone a good battery backup. The lithium polymer (Li-Po) battery is a thin, light-weight, rechargeable battery. No periodic discharge is needed and charging can be done at random. The battery of W22 5G isn't removable without voiding the warranty.

Features

Smartphones today come with a wealth of sensors to facilitate a better user experience. The accelerometer provides information about the smartphone's movement in three axes: X (horizontal), Y (vertical), and Z (depth). The W22 5G phone has a fingerprint scanner. This sensor identifies and authenticates the fingerprints of an individual in order to grant or deny access to a smartphone. This Samsung phones come with proximity sensor. This proximity sensor detects how close the phone is to an outside object, such as your ear.

The W22 5G phone comes with a compass sensor. A compass sensor is a device that provides accurate directions in relation to the earth's North and South magnetic poles. The ambient light sensor detects the level of ambient light in the surrounding environment. The main purpose of a light sensor in a smartphone is to automatically adjust the brightness of the device's display. The Dual SIM capability of Samsung W22 5G phone is ideal for businesses wishing to provide staff with a mobile device that can offer separate numbers and bills for both personal and business use.

This smartphone supports fast charging. Fast charging is an important feature for smartphones. It allows you to quickly and easily recharge your phone's battery when you are on the go. The W22 5G comes with wireless charging. Wireless charging uses an electromagnetic field to transfer energy between two objects through electromagnetic induction. Gorilla Glass has a high level of scratch resistance, reducing the likelihood of everyday scratches and abrasions. The main camera of W22 5G features optical zoom. Digital zoom simply enlarges and crops the image, but optical zoom utilizes physical lens elements to magnify the subject optically.

The specifications above are based on the official data published by the manufacturer, but we also take user reviews into consideration. If you found an error or something lacking in the specifications above for the Samsung W22 5G, then don’t hesitate and signal the problem to us.

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