Launch report · Samsung
Galaxy M05s: Amazon-exclusive M-series budget phone with 90Hz and 50 MP.
SpecEagle Editorial·Feb 2024·$119·Score 52/100
M-series sells through Amazon India and similar online channels by undercutting Redmi while offering Samsung's software, brand-name security updates, and a familiar warranty network — the M05s is the cheapest 25W-charging Samsung you can buy today.
Key specs at launch
Display
6.7" HD+ PLS LCD, 90Hz
Chipset
MediaTek Helio G85
RAM
4/6 GB LPDDR4X
Storage
64/128 GB eMMC 5.1
Battery
5000 mAh, 25W
Main camera
50 MP + 2 MP depth
Weight
199 g
What stands out
- Slim 7.6 mm chassis unusual for a 5000 mAh phone
- 25W fast charging at this price
- Samsung's One UI Core extras like Knox
What to watch
- HD-only panel on a 6.7" screen
- Helio G85 dated against Snapdragon 4-series
- No fingerprint sensor on side power button on some variants
The phone it has to beat
Moto G85
$299 · score 74/100