UAE Price
AED 450
India Price
₹10,999
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Smartphone · Samsung · 2024
The Samsung Galaxy F05 128GB is Samsung's 2024 smartphone featuring a 6.7 inches, 108.4 cm2 (~82.1% screen-to-body ratio) display, the Mediatek Helio G85 (12 nm) chipset. It comes with a 5000 mAh battery. At AED 450 in the UAE and ₹10,999 in India, it sits firmly in the budget tier.
The Samsung Galaxy F05 128GB excels with its 5000mAh battery delivering all-day endurance and 25W wired charging for rapid top-ups, plus a 50MP main sensor capturing usable detail in daylight. Its 6.7-inch 720p display offers generous screen real estate for media consumption. This phone targets budget-conscious buyers in rural or semi-urban areas who prioritize battery life over speed, need reliable LTE connectivity, and rarely run demanding apps. The Helio G85 struggles with sustained loads, causing noticeable throttling after 15 minutes of gaming or multitasking. NFC absence limits contactless payments, a key drawback in UAE’s cashless ecosystem. In UAE at AED 450, it’s competitive because no other 5000mAh phone under AED 500 offers Android 14 with two OS upgrades. In India at ₹10999, it’s overpriced — rivals like the Redmi 12 offer 90Hz displays and better cameras at the same cost. Skip if you need modern features or smoother performance.
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| Loudspeaker | Yes |
| 3.5mm jack | Yes |
| Type | 5000 mAh |
| Charging | 25W wired |
| Battery Capacity | 5000 mAh |
| Dual | 50 MP, f/1.8, (wide), AF Auxiliary lens |
| Features | LED flash |
| Video | 1080p@30/60fps |
| Single | 8 MP, f/2.0 |
| Video | Yes |
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE |
| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 2100 |
| 4G bands | 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41 |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE |
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Bluetooth | 5.3, A2DP, LE |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS |
| NFC | No |
| Radio | Unspecified |
| USB | USB Type-C 2.0, OTG |
| Dimensions | 168.8 x 78.2 x 8.8 mm (6.65 x 3.08 x 0.35 in) |
| Weight | 195 g (6.88 oz) |
| Build | Glass front, plastic frame, silicone polymer (eco leather) back |
| SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
| Type | PLS LCD |
| Size | 6.7 inches, 108.4 cm2 (~82.1% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Resolution | 720 x 1600 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~262 ppi density) |
| Card slot | microSDXC (dedicated slot) |
| Internal | 128 |
| Sensors | Accelerometer, proximity |
| Colors | Twilight Blue |
| Models | SM-E055F, SM-E055F/DS |
| SAR | 0.46 W/kg (head) |
| Price | About 90 EUR |
| Announced | 2024, September 17 |
| Status | Available. Released 2024, September 20 |
| OS | Android 14, up to 2 major Android upgrades, One UI Core 6.0 |
| Chipset | Mediatek Helio G85 (12 nm) |
| CPU | Octa-core (2x2.0 GHz Cortex-A75 & 6x1.8 GHz Cortex-A55) |
| GPU | Mali-G52 MC2 |
Specs sourced from official manufacturer website and GSMArena.
Common questions about the Galaxy F05.
It may still be worth buying in 2026 if you need a basic, reliable smartphone on a tight budget, as its 128GB storage and simple design remain practical for light use. However, software updates and performance may lag behind newer models by then.
The Samsung Galaxy F05 128GB is priced at AED 450 in the UAE. It is widely available through major retailers and online platforms across the country.
The Samsung Galaxy F05 128GB is priced at ₹10999 in India. It is readily available on major e-commerce sites and authorized Samsung stores nationwide.
The camera delivers decent photos in good lighting with a focus on simplicity and ease of use. Low-light performance is limited, and details can appear soft in challenging conditions.
The battery lasts a full day with moderate use, including calls, messaging, and light app usage. It handles extended standby time well without frequent recharging.
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