Samsung Galaxy S10e review

19 March 2019
The Samsung Galaxy S10e is like a breath of fresh air in a world of behemoth smartphones with enormous displays. To be honest, we didn’t expect Samsung or any other manufacturer for that matter to release a compact flagship. Especially since even Sony dropped their compact lineup. But here it is - a small flagship phone for a little less than you’d expect from a normal flagship these days.

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  • 21 Mar 2019

Review doesn't mention that 60 fps video recording doesn't work with ultrawide camera.

Lack of telephoto camera and underdisplay fingerprint scanner are quite significant minuses.

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    • scorpio
    • PPS
    • 21 Mar 2019

    Trump Fan 1980, 19 Mar 2019 I have owned many Android phones (BlackBerry Priv, LG G5, ... moreWhat is so bad about the s10e? I have an s8 which is due for replacement in a few months and my choice would have been between the s10 and the s10e. I do prefer the size of the s10e being similar to my old s6 and also the flat screen would be less prone to cracking if dropped than a curved screen. However I am a little concerned at the compromise in the screen quality between the two and I would welcome informed comment. Naturally I'll also compare them side by side in the store before deciding but the s10e certainly suits the size of my pockets better.

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      • Anonymous
      • kxg
      • 21 Mar 2019

      Trump Fan 1980, 19 Mar 2019 It is indeed fair to say that the S10e has inefficient bat... moreDon't spread wrong info boy. I have s10e and it is a beast in battery department. It can get 8 hours SOT easily and last at least a whole day.

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        • Anonymous
        • kxg
        • 21 Mar 2019

        Kingslayer, 20 Mar 2019Now the best "compact" phone in the market. Unreal how this... moreYou need to check your eyes because s10e is smaller than pixel3.

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          • Anonymous
          • Q6x
          • 21 Mar 2019

          JKay, 20 Mar 2019This is same size as the Galaxy S7. but with lower resoluti... moreS7 was 650 USD. S10e is 750 USD. Not quite double.

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            • Anonymous
            • kud
            • 20 Mar 2019

            Anonymous, 20 Mar 2019Comparing any of the phones in the S10 lineup to the S7 is ... moreWhich phone is supposed to be the Lambo in your assessment?

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              • Anonymous
              • LQv
              • 20 Mar 2019

              Anonymous, 20 Mar 2019Then buy S6 edgeEdge+ has better design.

              Too bad it does not have android 8

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                • Anonymous
                • LQv
                • 20 Mar 2019

                Anonymous, 20 Mar 2019But how can we hide the hole while watching videos ?You cannot .... That is the issue

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                  • Anonymous
                  • LQv
                  • 20 Mar 2019

                  Kingslayer, 20 Mar 2019Now the best "compact" phone in the market. Unreal how this... moreXZ1c is better than XA2

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                    • Vladimir
                    • pha
                    • 20 Mar 2019

                    Can you take pictures, while recording a video?

                      Now the best "compact" phone in the market. Unreal how this phone is now considered compact. Anything larger than a Pixel 3 is unwieldly for me.

                      Still, the S10e is NOT a Top 2 pick only because of the glass back and higher price. But is it the best? Yes, for most people. Definitely the prettiest in design but I don't care for things like that.

                      Wishlist
                      1. Google Pixel 3a
                      2. Sony Xperia XA2
                      3. Samsung Galaxy S10e

                      I'm pretty much set picking between the 3a or XA2. If the XA2 can drop to $150 from $250, I might just get it. If the 3a can be bought for $300 or less, I'll get that instead.

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                        • Anonymous
                        • t7s
                        • 20 Mar 2019

                        The iPhone X is the same size as this phone. This us not the first "compact" phone with edge-to-edge display.

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                          • Anonymous
                          • Nj4
                          • 20 Mar 2019

                          Anonymous, 20 Mar 2019Hahaa nice wallpaper. smart way to hide that stupid screen hole.But how can we hide the hole while watching videos ?

                            oh now i see.

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                              • Anonymous
                              • PEh
                              • 20 Mar 2019

                              JKay, 20 Mar 2019This is same size as the Galaxy S7. but with lower resoluti... moreLower resolution but a HDR10+ display, lower resolution so performance will be better than those with QHD display. Latest SD855 SOC with 6GB RAM, wireless reverse charging, better cameras, boasts dual camera, more color accurate, better UI than previous one.
                              If you think that S6 edge is still same as this one then why don't you buy S6 edge!

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                                • 20 Mar 2019

                                Anonymous, 20 Mar 2019GSMArena is contradicting themselves here. S10e has better ... moreYes I saw it too smething is wrong here. But all non iphoe youtubers show better battery life for s20r.

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                                  • Anonymous
                                  • 7JJ
                                  • 20 Mar 2019

                                  JKay, 20 Mar 2019This is same size as the Galaxy S7. but with lower resoluti... moreComparing any of the phones in the S10 lineup to the S7 is like comparing a Lamborghini to a Toyota

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                                    • Anonymous
                                    • LaF
                                    • 20 Mar 2019

                                    Anonymous, 19 Mar 2019Think jerryrigeverything found out side mounted fingerprint... moreSo they mounted it higher so that it is not placed near to the middle of the phone where it was prone to fail easier. Smart samsung...

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                                      • Anonymous
                                      • 60E
                                      • 20 Mar 2019

                                      Hahaa nice wallpaper.
                                      smart way to hide that stupid screen hole.

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                                        • Anonymous
                                        • n$G
                                        • 20 Mar 2019

                                        JKay, 20 Mar 2019This is same size as the Galaxy S7. but with lower resoluti... moreSame size way bigger screen. Douple price? If u compare them right now when s7 is 4 years old and costs 300 euros yes. If u compare it when S7 was new it was almost the same price. or even more in some cases.