Samsung Galaxy M10
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Design14
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Rear Camera8
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360° View
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UI Screenshot17
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Benchmarks10
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Videos2
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Key Specs
Performance
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Samsung Exynos 7 Octa 7870 -
Octa Core, 1.6 GHz -
2 GB / 3 GB RAM, LPDDR3
Display
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6.22 inches (15.8 cm); TFT -
720x1520 px (HD+) -
Bezel-less with waterdrop notch
Rear Camera
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Dual Camera Setup - 13 MP Primary Camera
- 5 MP Ultra-Wide Angle Camera
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LED Flash -
Full HD @30 fps Video Recording
Front Camera
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5 MP -
Screen flash -
Full HD @30 fps Video Recording
Battery
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3400 mAh, Li-ion
General
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SIM1: Nano, SIM2: Nano -
5G Not Supported -
16 GB / 32 GB Storage, Expandable upto 512 GB
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Samsung Galaxy M10 Expert Review Summary
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Verdict
Samsung has not launched a lot of affordable phones in the recent past, and Galaxy M10 looks like a solid entry in the market below the Rs 10,000 mark. The phone offers a good display, decent camera performance, and a satisfactory battery backup, which are some of the most appealing features for any potential customer. However, the Galaxy M10 will begoing up against the likes of Realme 2 (review) and the XiaomiRedmi 6 (review), both of which are alsocompellingofferings in this price range. Despite some minor issues, we can say that the Galaxy M10 gets a thumbs up from our side, and is worth a ...
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Pros
- Minimalistic design
- Good display quality
- Decent battery backup
Cons
- Lacks fingerprint sensor
- Loudspeaker performance is average
Design and display
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Just two years ago, we would have been extremely liberal with our evaluation of a smartphone's design in the budget price bracket. However, handsets launched in the affordable price range last year raised the bar for this category. Coming to the Galaxy M10, one of the key design highlights is the fact that it utilises an Infiniti V display, which is Samsung's term for a waterdrop notch. The brand seems to have skipped the notch display bandwagon entirely, and directly jumped onto this latest fad. The phone's body is primarily made out of plastic, which looks good but does attract a few scuffs after regular use. We liked the build quality of the phone and can vouch for the fact that it does not look cheap. The most notable difference as compared to the M20 is that the back of the Galaxy M10 does not feature a fingerprint sensor. Now, admittedly, the lack of a fingerprint sensor might prove to be a dealbreaker for some users but to compensate for this, the brand is offering a face unlock feature. We will discuss the performance of this security feature in detail later on.
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Cameras
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The Samsung Galaxy M10 comes with a dual camera setup at the back, consisting of a primary 13MP snapper with f/1.9 aperture and a wide-angle 5MP sensor with f/2.2 aperture. At the front, the phone packs an 8MP unit for clicking selfies and video-calling. Before we dive into the camera performance, we'd like to give you a brief overview of the default camera app. Here, you get the option to click pictures in either regular mode or the wide-angle mode.Samsung has also included the Live Focus mode, which essentially lets you click pictures with bokeh effect. It should be kept in mind that this mode only works for human subjects, when the phone is able to recognise a face in the frame. The Galaxy M10 struggles to detect the outlines well but gets the work done on most occasions. You can also choose to click pictures in Panorama, with stickers, or in beauty mode. If you like to adjust the ISO level and white balance before clicking pictures, there is a Pro mode that will let you do just that.
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Hardware and Software
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The Galaxy M10 is powered by the brand's octa-core Exynos 7870 chipset, clocked at 1.6GHz. There are two configurations available for the handset, i.e. 2GB RAM with 16GB storage, and 3GB RAM with 32GB storage, our review unit being the latter. The onboard storage is expandable up to 512GB via a microSD card. Now that we have got the specifications aside, let's talk about the real-world performance. In the time that we spent with the Galaxy M10, we did not face any stutter or lag issues while switching between the apps or navigating through the user interface. For a budget phone from Samsung, this is an impressive feat.As we do with most phones, irrespective of the price range, we played PUBG Mobile on the phone to figure out how it deals with the graphically demanding game. By default, the game suggested low graphics settings for the phone, which was hardly a surprise. To be fair, we had realistic expectations from the phone before jumping into the game as this handset does not primarily cater to the gaming audience. We faced some stutter issues within the game but we can still say that it was largely playable. To put it simply, if you just want to play a casual game of PUBG Mobile, you won't be disheartened with the performance offered by the Galaxy M10, but you should look for other options in case you like gaming on your phone.
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Battery
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Compared to the Galaxy M20, which houses a massive 5,000mAh battery, the Galaxy M10 uses a smaller, 3,400mAh cell. So how does this translate into real-world usage?To put things into perspective, the M10 managed to last for around a day in regular use, which is not bad. In our HD video loop test, the Galaxy M10 lasted for around 17 hours, which should be enough for most users.
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Verdict
Samsung has not launched a lot of affordable phones in the recent past, and Galaxy M10 looks like a solid entry in the market below the Rs 10,000 mark. The phone offers a good display, decent camera performance, and a satisfactory battery backup, which are some of the most appealing features for any potential customer. However, the Galaxy M10 will begoing up against the likes of Realme 2 (review) and the XiaomiRedmi 6 (review), both of which are alsocompellingofferings in this price range. Despite some minor issues, we can say that the Galaxy M10 gets a thumbs up from our side, and is worth a ... Read Full Verdict
- Minimalistic design
- Good display quality
- Decent battery backup
Pros
- Lacks fingerprint sensor
- Loudspeaker performance is average
Cons
Design and display
+Just two years ago, we would have been extremely liberal with our evaluation of a smartphone's design in the budget price bracket. However, handsets launched in the affordable price range last year raised the bar for this category. Coming to the Galaxy M10, one of the key design highlights is the fact that it utilises an Infiniti V display, which is Samsung's term for a waterdrop notch. The brand seems to have skipped the notch display bandwagon entirely, and directly jumped onto this latest fad. The phone's body is primarily made out of plastic, which looks good but does attract a few scuffs after regular use. We liked the build quality of the phone and can vouch for the fact that it does not look cheap. The most notable difference as compared to the M20 is that the back of the Galaxy M10 does not feature a fingerprint sensor. Now, admittedly, the lack of a fingerprint sensor might prove to be a dealbreaker for some users but to compensate for this, the brand is offering a face unlock feature. We will discuss the performance of this security feature in detail later on.
Read MoreCameras
+The Samsung Galaxy M10 comes with a dual camera setup at the back, consisting of a primary 13MP snapper with f/1.9 aperture and a wide-angle 5MP sensor with f/2.2 aperture. At the front, the phone packs an 8MP unit for clicking selfies and video-calling. Before we dive into the camera performance, we'd like to give you a brief overview of the default camera app. Here, you get the option to click pictures in either regular mode or the wide-angle mode.Samsung has also included the Live Focus mode, which essentially lets you click pictures with bokeh effect. It should be kept in mind that this mode only works for human subjects, when the phone is able to recognise a face in the frame. The Galaxy M10 struggles to detect the outlines well but gets the work done on most occasions. You can also choose to click pictures in Panorama, with stickers, or in beauty mode. If you like to adjust the ISO level and white balance before clicking pictures, there is a Pro mode that will let you do just that.
Read MoreHardware and Software
+The Galaxy M10 is powered by the brand's octa-core Exynos 7870 chipset, clocked at 1.6GHz. There are two configurations available for the handset, i.e. 2GB RAM with 16GB storage, and 3GB RAM with 32GB storage, our review unit being the latter. The onboard storage is expandable up to 512GB via a microSD card. Now that we have got the specifications aside, let's talk about the real-world performance. In the time that we spent with the Galaxy M10, we did not face any stutter or lag issues while switching between the apps or navigating through the user interface. For a budget phone from Samsung, this is an impressive feat.As we do with most phones, irrespective of the price range, we played PUBG Mobile on the phone to figure out how it deals with the graphically demanding game. By default, the game suggested low graphics settings for the phone, which was hardly a surprise. To be fair, we had realistic expectations from the phone before jumping into the game as this handset does not primarily cater to the gaming audience. We faced some stutter issues within the game but we can still say that it was largely playable. To put it simply, if you just want to play a casual game of PUBG Mobile, you won't be disheartened with the performance offered by the Galaxy M10, but you should look for other options in case you like gaming on your phone.
Read MoreBattery
+Compared to the Galaxy M20, which houses a massive 5,000mAh battery, the Galaxy M10 uses a smaller, 3,400mAh cell. So how does this translate into real-world usage?To put things into perspective, the M10 managed to last for around a day in regular use, which is not bad. In our HD video loop test, the Galaxy M10 lasted for around 17 hours, which should be enough for most users.
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Samsung Galaxy M10 Specifications
General |
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| Operating System | Android v8.1 (Oreo) |
Performance
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| Chipset | Samsung Exynos 7 Octa 7870 | |||
| Processor | Octa core, 1.6 GHz, Cortex A53 | |||
| Architecture | 64 bit | |||
| Fabrication | 14 nm | |||
| Graphics (GPU) | Mali-T830 | |||
| RAM | 2 GB / 3 GB | |||
| RAM Type | LPDDR3 | |||
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Gaming Test Results
* after 30 mins of gaming
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Benchmark Screenshots
AnTuTu Benchmark
Graphics Benchmark
Vellamo Metal Benchmark
Vellamo Multicore Benchmark
Vellamo Browser Benchmark
Quadrant Benchmark
Camera Speed Benchmark
Linpack Benchmark
Sunspider Benchmark
Geekbench4 Benchmark
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Display
(Very Good)
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| Display Type | TFT |
| Screen Size | 6.22 inches (15.8 cm) |
| Resolution | 720x1520 px (HD+) |
| Aspect Ratio | 19:9 |
| Pixel Density | 270 ppi |
| Screen to Body Ratio (calculated) | 81.68 % |
| Bezel-less Display | Yes with waterdrop notch |
| Screen to Body Ratio (claimed by the brand) | 90 % |
UI Screenshots
Lock Screen
Home Screen
Screen With Widgets
Dialer Screen
App Drawer
Notification Panel
Quick Settings Panel
Settings Screen
OS Version
Storage
Battery
Camera On
Camera Options
Camera Modes
Camera Settings
Picture Size Options
Video Size Options
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Design |
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| Height | 155.6 mm |
| Width | 75.6 mm |
| Thickness | 7.7 mm |
| Weight | 163 grams |
| Build Material | Back: Plastic |
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Rear Camera
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| Autofocus | Yes | |||||||||||||||||
| OIS | No | |||||||||||||||||
| Flash | Yes, LED Flash | |||||||||||||||||
| Image Resolution | 4128 x 3096 Pixels | |||||||||||||||||
| Settings | Exposure compensation, ISO control | |||||||||||||||||
| Shooting Modes |
Continuous Shooting High Dynamic Range mode (HDR) |
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| Camera Features |
Digital Zoom Auto Flash Face detection Touch to focus |
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| Video Recording | 1920x1080 @ 30 fps | |||||||||||||||||
Rear Camera Samples
Close Up
Low Light
Low Light With Flash
Colour Variance
Long Shot
HDR Off
HDR On
Front Shot
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Front Camera
(Very Good)
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| Autofocus | No | |||||||||
| Flash | Yes, Screen flash | |||||||||
| Video Recording | 1920x1080 @ 30 fps |
Battery
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| Capacity | 3400 mAh | |||
| Battery Type | Li-ion | |||
| TalkTime | Up to 24 Hours(3G) | |||
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Battery Test Results
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Storage |
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| Internal Storage | 16 GB / 32 GB |
| Storage Type | eMMC 5.1 |
| Expandable Storage | Yes, Up to 512 GB |
Network & Connectivity |
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| SIM Slot(s) | Dual SIM |
| SIM Type | SIM1: Nano, SIM2: Nano |
| Network Support | 5G Not Supported, 4G |
| VoLTE | Yes |
| SIM 1 |
4G bands
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| SIM 2 |
4G bands
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| SAR Value | Head: 0.238 W/kg |
| Wi-Fi | Yes, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11 b/g/n) |
| Wi-Fi Features | Wi-Fi Direct, Mobile Hotspot |
| Bluetooth | Yes, v4.2 |
| GPS | Yes with A-GPS, Glonass |
| NFC | No |
Multimedia |
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| Audio Jack | 3.5 mm |
Sensors |
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| Fingerprint Sensor | No |
| Other Sensors | Light sensor, Proximity sensor, Accelerometer |
Samsung Galaxy M10 User Reviews
Samsung Galaxy M10 Key Highlights
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 7 Octa 7870 |
| RAM & Storage | 2 GB RAM + 16 GB 3 GB RAM + 32 GB |
| Display | 6.22", 720 x 1520 Resolution |
| Rear Camera | 13 MP + 5 MP |
| Front Camera | 5 MP |
| Battery | 3400 mAh |
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