Samsung Galaxy A70s

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Samsung Galaxy A70s
6.7" Super AMOLED
FHD+ (1080×2400), 20:9 ratio, ~393 ppi
Infinity-U display, Corning Gorilla Glass 3
Qualcomm Snapdragon 675
11nm, octa-core (2×2.0 GHz Kryo 460 Gold + 6×1.7 GHz Kryo 460 Silver)
Adreno 612 GPU; Android 9 Pie (upgradable to Android 11 / One UI 3.1)
64MP Triple Rear Camera
64MP (f/1.8) + 8MP ultrawide (f/2.2, 123°) + 5MP depth (f/2.2)
4K@30fps video; 32MP front camera (f/2.0)
4500mAh (Typical)
Li‑Polymer, non‑removable
25W Super Fast Charging (wired)
2G / 3G / 4G LTE Cat.12
Wi‑Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac (2.4+5 GHz), Bluetooth 5.0
NFC (market‑dependent), GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo
6GB / 8GB RAM + 128GB Storage
LPDDR4X RAM, UFS 2.0 storage
microSD up to 512GB (dedicated slot)
Timeline & Release Details
- Object classification: Smartphone / Mobile Computer
- Model Numbers: SM-A707F (canonical), with regional variants including SM-A707F/DS, A707FN, A707GM, A707MN, A7070, and A707W.
- Launch Price (MSRP): India - ₹28,999 (6GB RAM + 128GB) / ₹30,999 (8GB RAM + 128GB). Global pricing is not provided in the source bundle.
- Announcement: September 27, 2019 (press release via Samsung India).
- Retail availability: September 28, 2019 via offline stores, Samsung Opera House, Samsung e‑Shop, and leading online portals.
Regional and Carrier Offers
The India press release listed data‑related carrier offers from Jio, Airtel, and Vodafone/Idea at launch. These promotions are time‑limited and subject to change.
Body & Build
The Galaxy A70s uses a plastic frame and plastic back with a glass front, finished with a holographic geometric pattern. The 7.9‑mm profile and gently curved edges contribute to a comfortable grip despite the large screen.
- Dimensions: 164.3 × 76.7 × 7.9 mm (6.47 × 3.02 × 0.31 in)
- Weight: 183 g (6.5 oz) per Wikipedia; third‑party sources list 187 g. Differences likely reflect SIM or regional variations.
- Materials: Plastic body, glass front (Corning Gorilla Glass 3)
- Colours: Prism Crush Black, Prism Crush White, Prism Crush Red
- Durability: No official water or dust resistance rating.
Display System
The phone features a large 6.7-inch Super AMOLED panel with an Infinity-U notch for the front camera. The display supports Dolby Atmos audio enhancement (via the bottom‑firing speaker and headphone jack) and delivers vibrant colours typical of Samsung’s AMOLED line.
- Type: Super AMOLED, capacitive multitouch, 16M colours
- Size: 6.7 inches (170 mm diagonal), ~86% screen‑to‑body ratio
- Resolution: FHD+ (1080 × 2400), 20:9 aspect ratio, ~393 ppi
- Protection: Corning Gorilla Glass 3 (sources differ between Gorilla Glass and Gorilla Glass 3; the higher‑detail spec table lists Gorilla Glass 3)
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz (standard for the generation)
Camera System (Triple Rear)
The primary camera is a 64 MP Samsung ISOCELL GW1 sensor (1/1.72", 0.8 µm pixels) with phase‑detection autofocus and f/1.8 aperture. It uses 4‑in‑1 pixel binning to output 16 MP images with 1.6 µm pixel size, improving low‑light performance. The ultra‑wide camera provides a 123° field of view, while the depth sensor aids portrait‑style bokeh. The front camera is a 32 MP sensor with f/2.0 aperture.
- Rear Camera - Triple:
- 64 MP (f/1.8, 26 mm, PDAF, OIS not listed)
- 8 MP ultrawide (f/2.2, 12 mm, 123° FOV)
- 5 MP depth (f/2.2)
- Dual LED flash, HDR, Panorama
- Video: 4K@30 fps, 1080p@30/240 fps (Super Steady Video available)
- Front Camera:
- 32 MP (f/2.0, 25 mm, 1/2.8", 0.8 µm)
- HDR, 1080p@30 fps video
- Face unlock (2D, not secure for payments)
- Camera Features: Night Mode, Scene Optimizer, Document scan, Best Shot Suggestion, and AI‑based Game Booster.
Platform & Software
The Galaxy A70s ships with Android 9.0 Pie and Samsung’s One UI 1.1. It received two major OS updates, with the final official upgrade to Android 11 and One UI 3.1 arriving in March 2021. The Qualcomm Snapdragon 675 (11 nm) provides solid mid‑range performance paired with 6 GB or 8 GB LPDDR4X RAM.
- SoC: Qualcomm Snapdragon 675 (SM6150), 11 nm
- CPU: 2×2.0 GHz Kryo 460 Gold + 6×1.7 GHz Kryo 460 Silver
- GPU: Adreno 612 @ 845 MHz
- Operating System: Android 9.0 (Pie) → upgradable to Android 11 (One UI 3.1)
- Storage: 128 GB UFS 2.0 (approx. 105 GB user‑available); microSD dedicated slot supports up to 512 GB (source‑listed maximum; Wikipedia also mentions 1 TB)
- RAM: 6 GB or 8 GB LPDDR4X
- Security: On‑screen optical fingerprint scanner, Samsung Knox defence‑grade security platform, Samsung Pay (NFC)
Key Features & Camera AI
Samsung’s “Alive Camera” suite includes intelligent scene optimisation (colour, contrast, brightness adjustments) and a document‑scan mode that detects text. The phone also features an AI‑powered Game Booster that improves frame rates and thermal management during gaming sessions.
- Camera AI: Scene Optimizer (adjusts colour, contrast, brightness per subject), Best Shot Suggestion, Document scan
- Game Performance: AI Game Booster for frame‑rate stabilisation and heat reduction
- Audio: Dolby Atmos support for 360‑degree surround sound (via speaker/headphones)
- Payments: Samsung Pay with NFC and Knox‑secured tokenisation
Battery & Charging
The 4500 mAh (typical) battery is paired with 25 W Super Fast Charging, the first implementation of this technology in the Galaxy A series. The battery charges via USB Type‑C (USB 2.0) and supports fast wired charging; wireless charging is not supported.
- Capacity: 4500 mAh (typical), Li‑Polymer, non‑removable
- Charging: 25 W Super Fast Charging (5 V / 3 A, 9 V / 2.77 A, 11 V / 2.25 A)
- Talk time: Up to 28 hours (2G/3G) per device‑specifications source
- Standby: Not specified in source
- No wireless charging, no reverse wireless charging
Connectivity & Sensors
The device supports 4G LTE Cat.12 (downlink 600 Mbps, uplink 50 Mbps) with dual‑SIM standby (dedicated slots). Wi‑Fi is dual‑band 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, and Bluetooth 5.0 includes A2DP/LE. NFC is present but market‑dependent; the phone also retains a 3.5 mm headphone jack and FM radio.
- Cellular: 2G (GSM 850/900/1800/1900), 3G (UMTS 850/900/1900/2100), 4G LTE (bands vary by region; no 5G)
- Dual‑SIM: Nano‑SIM 4FF, dual‑SIM standby with dedicated slots
- Wi‑Fi: 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac (2.4 GHz + 5 GHz), Wi‑Fi Direct, hotspot
- Bluetooth: v5.0, A2DP, LE
- Navigation: GPS, A‑GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo
- USB: Type‑C (USB 2.0), USB On‑The‑Go
- Audio: 3.5 mm headphone jack, FM radio
- Sensors: In‑display fingerprint (optical), accelerometer, gyroscope, proximity, ambient light, compass, hall effect
- SAR (EU): Head 0.949 W/kg, Body 1.475 W/kg; US (1.6 W/kg) values not uniformly reported
Samsung Galaxy A70s - Summary
The Samsung Galaxy A70s (SM‑A707F) launched in India as a mid‑range phablet with a standout 64 MP primary camera, a vibrant 6.7‑inch Super AMOLED display, and a 4500 mAh battery with 25 W fast charging. Driven by the Snapdragon 675 chipset, it offers solid performance for everyday tasks and casual gaming. The phone lacks 5G and wireless charging, and its plastic build is not water‑resistant, but the overall package delivered competitive value in its price segment. Software updates have ended at Android 11 with One UI 3.1.
| Launch Price (MSRP): | Current Market Price: |
|---|---|
| ₹28,999 |