Samsung appears to be having a successful year with its smartphones. The newly released Samsung Galaxy M35 5G stands apart from its competitors like Nord and Nothing/CMF, especially in the region of software and camera quality. This particular device serves as a viable alternative to the Galaxy A35, particularly when taking pricing into account.
MINIMALIST DESIGN
The Samsung Galaxy M35 5G is now opted for a plastic construction, to keep the costs down. This major change comes with a drawback though, makes the device a bit slippery. However, this choice of using plastic as a construction material is evenly balanced out by the addition of a substantial 6,000mAh battery which supports 25W fast charging, this feature does add a bit of weight to the phone but ensures extended usage.
Another feature in which the company has opted for cost-saving measure is its display. The display of the device features relatively thick bezels and lacks an IP rating for water and dust resistance. However, the screen is protected by Gorilla Glass Victus+, providing a solid defence against scratches and minor impacts.
However, there is this one area where Samsung did not cut corners is the display technology. The Samsung Galaxy M35 5G comes with a 6.6 inch Super AMOLED display with FHD+ resolution that delivers excellent color accuracy, a responsive touch experience, and sufficient brightness levels (up to 1,000 nits) for use in bright outdoor conditions.
The 6.6-inch screen is also complemented by decent stereo speakers that provide clear sound separation and ensure that vocals are not drowned out, making it a suitable device for streaming movies and videos.
EXCEEDING EXPECTATIONS
The Samsung Galaxy M35 5G is now equipped with a much superior vibration motor compared to many other phones in the mid-range category, offering strong haptic feedback. One can clearly notice this feature while typing long emails, where the tactile response is excellent.
Speaking about its overall performance, the phone is powered by an Exynos 1380 chipset with Octa-core processor. This feature is well suited for budget smartphones and can easily handle multitasking and light gaming without any issues over several weeks of use.
What Samsung has included in this handset considering its price is the Vapor-cooling chamber. This feature effectively prevents the device from overheating even during intensive tasks like gaming. The device comes with an 8GB of RAM and 256GB of internal storage, which is enough for smooth browsing and fluid scrolling through social media feeds. The screen has a 120Hz refresh rate which further enhances the quality of smoothness of scrolling and normal navigation.
That being said, the Galaxy M35 5G is not marketed as a gaming phone, and it’s not designed to be one. While it can handle simpler games, such as PUBG, which require higher frames per second (fps), will need a more powerful chipset to run smoothly.
IMPRESSIVE CAMERA PERFORMANCE
The major two standout features of the Samsung Galaxy M35 5G are its photography capabilities and software experience. The device comes with Android 14 and some pre-installed bloatware. But the overall operating system experience is quite satisfactory. Samsung is committing to four years of software updates and five years of security patches. This feature is a significant promise that was previously unheard of in the budget phone segment.
Talking about the camera capabilities, the Samsung Galaxy M35 5G is equipped with three cameras, a 50MP main camera and an 8MP ultra-wide camera, and a 2MP macro camera. The quality of the photos taken from the main sensor is impressive, especially in high-contrast situations where it manages to maintain balanced exposure and capture fine details. Zooming to 2X crop to zoom in closer to a subject, the photos can still retain fine details.
In low-light conditions, the camera is capable of producing clear images, provided both the user and the subject remain still—this is something to note, as motion can result in blurry shots. Overall, the Samsung Galaxy M35 5G offers a better camera system compared to devices like the CMF Phone 1.
The front camera comprises of a single 13MP camera. Selfies taken with the front camera are satisfactory in daylight but tend to exhibit noise in low-light conditions.
SHOULD YOU CONSIDER BUYING IT?
The Samsung Galaxy M35 5G comes with an introductory price of Rs17999. Despite the fierce competition from models like the OnePlus Nord CE 4 Lite and the CMF Phone 1, the Samsung Galaxy M35 5G stands out in the budget category due to its excellent display, robust software support, and solid camera performance. For those looking for a well-rounded smartphone experience without breaking the bank, the Galaxy M35 5G is a compelling option.
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