Overview of the Samsung Galaxy A71 smartphone with key features

In January 2020, the famous brand from South Korea will introduce the next model of the Galaxy A71 smartphone to the market. The device will be equipped with a Super AMOLED screen with a built-in fingerprint scanner, cameras with a distinctive resolution, a powerful Snapdragon 730 processor. What are the characteristics of the novelty? How modern? What are its pros and cons? Consider and analyze in detail in the article.

Samsung and Galaxy Alpha

The company's products are known and appreciated in the world. For eight decades, Samsung has been creating quality mobile products. The devices have a strict classic design, ergonomics, neat assembly and durability.Products are diverse, for example, among smartphones you can find both budget models with average characteristics, and flagships with bells and whistles and excellent performance. Since 2005, Samsung products have been considered the best-selling products in world markets compared to other famous brands. When developing the Galaxy A line, the manufacturer focused primarily on Latin America, Europe, the Middle East and Asia. Model A has been on sale for over 5 years. The gadgets of the line are designed and assembled on high-quality materials, have metal frames, and are distinguished by a high-performance Snapdragon processor with a system-on-a-chip. Features are clear assembly and classic design.

Appearance and ergonomics

The classic will never go out of fashion. That is why Samsung products are in demand and success among buyers. Add to it a large platform for the main cameras, and the thing acquires a modern design.

The Galaxy A71 smartphone is made in the form of a monoblock of a strict rectangular shape, with rounded corners. The display is almost frameless, the chin is indicated by a thin stripe. The front eye does not spoil the appearance of the display, its shape is a small black dot at the top center. A rectangular block with 4 cameras and an LED flash eye is located on the back cover and slightly protrudes relative to the plane. High quality plastic looks like glass. At the bottom of the cover is reflected the inscription - the logo. On the right side there is a volume control button, below it is a lock / off button. On the opposite end there is a built-in card slot. The case is plastic, the frame is metal, visible at the ends, it looks a little massive, but it does not affect the appearance.

4 colors of the novelty will be available on the Russian market: Black Black, Silver Silver, Blue Blue, Pink Pink. Each color has a Prism Crush prefix. This is due to the unique pattern on the back cover. It has 3D-style gradient rhombuses, reminiscent of a warm homemade plaid. At different angles of inclination, their shade and color will change. A material with a prismatic layer is called Glastic. A smartphone in black will suit everyone, the color is so delicate that it is better to buy such a thing for a girl.

The device has the following overall dimensions: height 163.6 mm, width 76 mm, thickness 7.7 mm. The smartphone weighs 179 gr. In terms of ergonomics, the gadget is nice and comfortable to hold in your hand during a call. It does not slip, the dimensions are comfortable enough for medium-sized hands. The estimated cost of the model with 6/128 GB memory will be $390.

Display

The capacitive screen has thin bezels, the matrix recognizes 16 million colors. The sensor is triggered in seconds thanks to Super AMOLED - an active matrix with a minimum response time of about a hundredth of a millisecond. Organic LED elements located inside reflect light so that the device consumes small amounts of energy when the screen is dark. In addition, a fingerprint sensor is placed under the screen. The case is thin also thanks to the modern matrix. In terms of colors, deep blacks should be noted (the backlight in this area is completely absent), high contrast and strong brightness. When the phone is tilted, color inversion is not observed.

The diagonal size is 6.7 inches, the screen-to-body ratio is 87.2%, and the usable area is 108.4 sq.cm.Screen resolution FullHD +, with a density of 393 pixels per 1 inch, the area in the ratio of 20:9 accommodates 1080 x 2400 pixels. The display operates at a frequency of 60 Hz.

The screen is covered with 3rd generation Corning Gorilla Glass. Why third? The manufacturer decided to play it safe. The famous durable glass has the opposite effect: the newer the generation, the stronger the glass; The harder the glass, the easier it is to scratch.

Graphical user interface and operating system

The device runs on the Android 10.0 operating system with its own One UI 2 shell. The menu is standard for the Android OS, but the elements have become more compact. To reduce adverse radiation from the screen, a blue filter is turned on in the shutter. The lock screen and wallpaper are dimmed using a special option. The new version of Android from Samsung came out with cosmetic changes, the interface is completely polished for ease of use of applications and functions, quick access to settings works. The navigation buttons are complemented by a gesture control function. You can choose the usual controls from the manufacturer, or you can choose controls similar to the menu on the iPhone. Animation in the application does not dissolve, but collapses - each to a personal icon, its choice has increased. Stickers appeared in the calendar, and you can select a month with one tap of your finger. On the off screen of Korean smartphones, information about the time and percentage of charge is displayed. This feature is disabled in the current version.

Memory and processor

The device has a powerful Octa-core processor on eight cores with Kryo 2+6 architecture. Two active Gold cores operate at a frequency of 2 × 2.2 GHz, the remaining 6 Kryo Silver - at a frequency of 1.8 GHz.Qualcomm's Snapdragon 730 chipset is responsible for running the system on an 8nm process. The graphics card from Adreno 618 is responsible for the speed of video games and 3D graphics. The graphics are average based on non-flagship hardware.

The novelty works on one / two Nano-SIM cards, according to the principle of dual standby. The device is equipped with a split slot for two SIM cards and a compartment for a microSD memory card up to 1 TB. With it, you can increase the memory of the device. The amount of RAM is 6 or 8 GB, internal - 128 GB

Network, wired connectors and wireless connections

The smartphone uses the main mobile communication standards:

• GSM - 2G with wavelength 850/900/1800/1900 (only for dual SIM model);
• HSPA - 3G with HSDPA 850/900/1900/2100 bands;
• LTE - 4G.

The latest 5G technology is not provided.

To listen to the news, FM radio works through the built-in antennas. In public places, loud sound is removed by means of a headset connected to a mini-Jack connector with D = 3.5 mm. In addition to it, there is a USB 2.0 socket, type C 1 reverse connector, USB OTG for connecting devices without using a desktop computer.

Wireless technologies include Wi-Fi 802.11 a / b / g / n / ac with two bands of work, a password-protected access point, Wi-Fi Direct. The ANT+ wireless sensor communication function is similar to BlueTooth, works within a radius of 30 m, allows you to control your smart home - players, lights, pedometer, speed sensors, activity sensors, etc. In a shorter range (up to 10 m), the Bluetooth 5.0 function will work.

New versions will be released in China and Hong Kong: SM-A715GM / DS, SM-A715MN / DS, SM-A7150, for Canada the SM-A715W version will be supplied, for all other countries of the world - SM-A715F / DS, SM-A715FN / DS . Modifications will differ in characteristics and built-in functions. When buying, you need to pay attention to the presence of an NFC chip to pay for purchases.

Navigation is given by GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS systems.

Camera characteristics

Cameras are built into the block on the back cover as follows:

• the main optics in the center with a 64 MP lens, aperture 1.8, with PDAF autofocus;
• above it is a 5-megapixel camera with an aperture of 2.2, for shooting portraits, with a depth sensor;
• a 12 MP wide-angle lens, f / 2.2 is built under the main one;
• on the right - a dedicated 5 MP macro lens, aperture 2.4.

The functions of the block are LED flash, panoramas, high-quality HDR shooting. The output video has a size of 2160 pixels / 30 frames per second, 1080 pixels / 30 / 240 frames per second.

The front camera with a high resolution of 32 MP works with an aperture of f / 2.2, has a feature - HDR shooting. Videos come out pixelated at 1080p at 30 frames per second.

Sound and connections

The microphone is located on the lower end of the case, there is also a multimedia speaker. It is alone, but the location is convenient. The call will be heard when the phone is lying on a plane or on a soft sofa. Further along the end there is a round 3.5 mm jack for connecting headphones and a Type-C charging connector. At the top, a separate microphone is built in, which serves for active noise reduction during a call.

Battery and features

The device has a built-in non-removable lithium-polymer battery with a capacity of 4500 mAh. A high capacity battery fits into a fairly thin body.The smartphone works with a fast charging function: when unpacking, the user will find a 25W adapter. But there is no wireless charging - it is not used on plastic, even as high-quality as on the A71. On the basis of an energy-efficient chip inside, the operation of the device without recharging lasts up to two days.

Additional functions

The standard set includes a compass, accelerometer, gyroscope, proximity sensor to save battery. The fingerprint scanner works through the front camera. The manufacturer has placed an optical fingerprint scanner at the bottom of the display under the screen. The characteristic of the matrix allows you to use the sensor instantly, but the sensor itself is of a low class and does not work immediately.

Standard equipment

Samsung adheres to a unified design. A-series smartphones are packed in a white cardboard box. This also applies to the new model. The box contains a 25W fast charger, a user manual, a warranty card, a clip to open the card slot, a micro USB / USB cable, original earbuds, and an adapter. Pure Samsung packaging with the most necessary investment. Optional accessories include case only.

Specifications in the table

• well-known reliable brand;
• beautiful appearance;
• ergonomics;
• large amount of RAM;
• unusual camera arrangement;
• high resolution main and front cameras;
• the front camera is round, made according to the corporate design;
• almost frameless;
• high-performance processor;
• cool screen;
• the screen is covered with shock-resistant glass;
• optical fingerprint scanner under the screen;
• the best quality-price ratio;
• the fast charging function works;
• memory expandable by 1 TB;
• operating system of the new version with its own shell;
• convenient and outwardly beautiful menu, many additional functions;
• capacious processor;
• high autonomy;
• average cost for good performance.

• protective glass is not the latest version;
• does not support 5G technology, like most modern smartphones;
• no Wi-Fi 6 version;
• low frequency display;
• no wireless charging;
• the NFC chip is not present on all devices shipped to Russia;
• not the fastest scanner installed, has an average response speed;
• Games run on medium settings.

Conclusion

The Galaxy A71 smartphone is one of the first gadgets with macro cameras from Samsung. The mid-budget model is made with the proprietary Infinity-O design, the peculiarity of which is the appearance of the front camera, will please buyers with a powerful processor, an average price and a modern appearance.