Samsung Galaxy A6+ (2018) review

16 July 2018
The Samsung Galaxy A-series are going through a bit of an identity crisis with J-style metal replacing the glass in the lower end of the lineup. But we already knew that - we had the A6 (2018) in for review just last month. Now it's the plus's turn - the Galaxy A6+ (2018) brings more than just a bigger display.

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Shanti Dope, 17 Jul 2018Yeah but the sole purpose of a silicone case is to protect ... moreThe idea is to please people who want glass back but still want to protect the original. Or transform a metal into a glass back.
I'm talking tempered glass over silicone, it should be durable and somewhat shatter proof.

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    • The objective Guy
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    • 17 Jul 2018

    I find a little bit strange the fact the Moto G6 was showing better graphic benchmarks compared to the A6+, even if both sport the same SD450 SoC.

      radhiv1993, 17 Jul 2018Guarantee for laggie and slow performance with such a high price.Definitely not a sluggish performance
      Maybe you're too spoiled on SD660's performance that SD625, which is still plenty capable today, is already sluggish according to your standards

      And yes I said the 625, because numbers have a massive effect on people, and they tend to have the thought of a "lower=worse" belief
      Besides, 450's just a slightly underclocked 625

        H-1, 17 Jul 2018Think of a silicone case that has glass stuck to its back w... moreYeah but the sole purpose of a silicone case is to protect the phone. Glass is definitely not an option for it.
        Of course, metal is still my favorite.

          AnonD-454049, 17 Jul 2018SD 450 paired with a FHD+ display lol samsung is smoking so... moreSD450 = SD625 "slightly" underclocked
          Same exact Adreno 506 GPU, which is basically what pushes the display
          Even SD430 is fine on FHD+, as shown by Huawei Y7 Prime 2018

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            • 17 Jul 2018

            Call reception and quality is very poor....

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              • 17 Jul 2018

              stivi737, 17 Jul 2018And how do you intend to put a back glass cover to a phone?Think of a silicone case that has glass stuck to its back with adhesive.
              I'm not an engineer, but if glass sandwich is possible, a silicone case/cover with glass back should be possible as well.

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                • 17 Jul 2018

                H-1, 17 Jul 2018What baffles me is that why no company has made a glass cov... moreAnd how do you intend to put a back glass cover to a phone?

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                  • 17 Jul 2018

                  SD 450 paired with a FHD+ display lol samsung is smoking some strong shit

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                    • 17 Jul 2018

                    Too Bad !! It does not have Fast Charging. We can't expect this from Samsung. In similar price segment they put it in A5 (2018) last year.

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                      • 17 Jul 2018

                      Walter C. Dornez, 17 Jul 2018True. Though I think with paint jobs or like those snap on ... moreWhat baffles me is that why no company has made a glass cover. Silicone/rubber and a glass back.
                      Looks premium, costs a penny to replace.

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                        • 17 Jul 2018

                        Guarantee for laggie and slow performance with such a high price.

                          H-1, 17 Jul 2018It "feels" more premium, and that's exactly the problem. I... moreTrue. Though I think with paint jobs or like those snap on back designs, metal phones can look as good as glass phones

                            I'd take the xiaomi redmi note 5 pro over this any day.

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                              • 17 Jul 2018

                              Walter C. Dornez, 17 Jul 2018Glass does feel more premium, but metal allows you to actua... moreIt "feels" more premium, and that's exactly the problem.
                              I'd take a well built aluminum/stainless phone over glass if two versions exist.
                              1- brushed metal doesn't look bad
                              2- handles more falls
                              3- easy to repair (screws are arguably easier and better than glue)
                              4- dissipates more heat

                              Only problem is with paint and such, but you can't have everything you want.

                              I always use a cover/case so plastic, metal or glass won't look any different. First two tend to be more forgiving for impacts.

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                                • 17 Jul 2018

                                That battery life is really good, for midrange phone (from Samsung). To bad that Samsung UI, SE9? Looks similar to Windows 10 UI (in settings)..
                                But, al least, is not anymore slow like Touchwiz was in the golden days of Samsung fame (on mid and low end devices).

                                  An alternative version of A8 if you don't like glass back.
                                  I just wish they kept the USB C port.

                                    H-1, 16 Jul 2018I tend to think metal is more premium than glass. Less rep... moreGlass does feel more premium, but metal allows you to actually appreciate the design

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                                      • 16 Jul 2018

                                      I tend to think metal is more premium than glass.
                                      Less repair visits after drops, and my time is important to me.

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                                        • 16 Jul 2018

                                        Its a nice phone overall except for its price...
                                        Good thing that Samsung's phones tend to drop price after a couple months.

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