Samsung Galaxy S22, S22 Ultra: Specs, price, review

Samsung makes one of the best android phones on the market. It is no surprise that their devices are loved and sought-after by many Nigerians.

The Samsung Galaxy S22 series was unveiled on February 9, 2022, at a special online-only Galaxy Unpacked event. It was released on 25 February 2022.

The Galaxy S22 series consists of a lineup of three devices, namely: Galaxy S22, S22 Plus, and S22 Ultra.

With a sleek appearance and an S Pen in tow, the Galaxy S22 Ultra is the crown gem of the current lineup. The Galaxy S22 and S22 Plus, on the other hand, are more approachable and user-friendly handsets, with a more recognizable look and a lower price tag.

Table of Content hide 1Samsung Galaxy S22 unboxing 2Samsung Galaxy S22 and Samsung S22 Ultra specs 2.1Samsung S22 Ultra specs 3Line-up 4Samsung Galaxy S22 and Samsung S22 Ultra design and build 4.1Hardware 4.2Display 4.3Storage 4.4Battery 4.5Connectivity 4.6Camera 4.7Software 5Samsung S22 and S22 Ultra prices 6Samsung S22 review 6.1The good 6.2The bad

Samsung Galaxy S22 unboxing

The packaging for both the S22 and S22+ are similar. Here is a list of the items that come with the phone

Phone
USB cable

Samsung Galaxy S22 and Samsung S22 Ultra specs

In comparison to the Galaxy S21 series from last year, Samsung’s display sizes have been marginally reduced across the board. The S22 has a display size of 6.1 inches, while the S22+ has 6.6 inches and the S22 Ultra comes at 6.8inches.

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Let’s look at the specifications of the phones.

Dimensions — 146mm height, 70.6mm width, 7.6mm depth
Weight — 167g (5.9oz)
Display — 6.1 inches
SIM — Single
Operating system —Android 12
Memory — 8GB RAM and 128/256 ROM
Battery — 3700 mAh
Colours — White, Phantom Black, Pink Gold, and Green.

Samsung S22 Ultra specs

Dimensions – 157.4 mm (6.20 in) Height, 75.8 mm (2.98 in) Weight, 7.6 mm (0.30 in) Depth
Weight – 228g
Display – 6.8 inches
SIM – Single
Memory – 8/12GB RAM, 128GB, 256GB, 513GB ROM
Battery – 5000 mAh
Operating System – Android 12
Colours – Phantom Black, Phantom White, Green, Burgundy

Line-up

There are three devices in the S22 line. With a 6.1-inch (155 mm) screen, the Galaxy S22 is the cheapest. With a 6.6-inch (168 mm) screen, faster charging, and a higher battery capacity, the Galaxy S22+ features similar components in a larger physical size. In comparison to the S22 and S22+, the Galaxy S22 Ultra boasts a 6.8-inch (173 mm) screen and the highest battery capacity in the series and a more advanced camera setup and a better quality display, as well as an inbuilt S-Pen.

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Samsung Galaxy S22 and Samsung S22 Ultra design and build

Samsung has unveiled a new look for the Galaxy S22 series, which is shared by both the S22 and S22+ models.

The S22, in comparison to last year, 2022, is quite “minimalistic” and “flatter.” While the S22 is flatter than the S21, it is still rounded and curvy in a few key areas.

The Galaxy S22 series features an Infinity-O display with a circular cutout in the top center for the front selfie camera, similar to previous S series phones. Unlike the S21 series, which used plastic on the smaller S21, all three models employ Gorilla Glass Victus+ for the back panel. The S22 and S22+ have a metallic surround around the back camera array, while the S22 Ultra has a separate lens protrusion for each camera element.

Hardware

There are three models in the S22 range, each with different hardware characteristics. All models outside these territories use the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 except for select African and European countries that use the Exynos 2200.

Display

Dynamic AMOLED 2X panels with HDR10+ compatibility and “dynamic tone mapping” technology are featured in the S22 series. A second-generation ultrasonic in-screen fingerprint sensor is used in all versions.

Storage

The S22 and S22+ include 8GB of RAM and internal storage options of 128GB and 256GB. The S22 Ultra comes with 8GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage and a 12GB variant with 256GB, 512GB, and 1TB of internal storage.

The S22 Ultra, unlike the S21 Ultra, does not have a model with 16GB RAM. There is no microSD card slot on any of the three variants.

Battery

Non-removable 3,700 mAh, 4,500 mAh, and 5000 mAh Li-Po batteries are found in the S22, S22+, and S22 Ultra. The S22 supports up to 25W wired charging over USB-C (using USB Power Delivery), whereas the S22+ and S22 Ultra offer 45W charging.

According to tests, there is no discernible difference between the 45W and 25W charging speeds. Qi inductive charging up to 15W is available on all three.

The phones can also charge other Qi-compatible devices at up to 4.5W using the S22’s battery power, dubbed Wireless PowerShare.

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Connectivity

5G SA/NSA networks are supported by all three phones. Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.2 are available on the Galaxy S22, while Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.2 are available on the Galaxy S22+ and S22 Ultra. Ultra-Wideband (UWB), which is comparable to NFC, is also supported by the S22+ and S22 Ultra versions (not to be confused with 5G mmWave, which is marketed as Ultra-Wideband by Verizon).

Samsung’s new “SmartThings Find” feature and the Samsung Galaxy SmartTag+ both use this technology.

Camera

A 50MP wide sensor, a 10MP telephoto sensor with 3x optical zoom, and a 12MP ultrawide sensor are included in the S22 and S22+.

The 108MP sensor from the S22 Ultra’s predecessor is retained with 12-bit HDR. It also contains a 12MP ultrawide sensor and two 10MP telephoto sensors with 3x and 10x optical zoom. The S22 and S22+ include a 10MP front-facing camera, whereas the S22 Ultra has a 40MP sensor.

The Galaxy S22 series supports HEIF and can capture HDR10+ video.

Software

The Samsung Galaxy S22 phones came with Android 12 (One UI 4.1) and Samsung’s One UI software. Samsung Knox is incorporated for greater device security, and a separate version for enterprise use is also available.

Samsung S22 and S22 Ultra prices

The phones are still relatively new in the market, as they were released in February this year. They are in high demand making the phones very expensive. The phones can be purchased in retail shops like computer village, Slot, and online stores like Jumia and Konga, starting from N550,000 to N770,000, depending on the particular phone’s memory size. The Samsung S22 Ultra is more expensive than the Samsung S22.

Samsung S22 review

The good

The Samsung S22 has some excellent reviews. A user stated that the Galaxy S22 is incremental, if not revolutionary, upgrade over last year’s Galaxy S21. If you want quality features at a lower price, this is the Samsung phone to get.

In addition, another user stated that the bright, colorful display of the phone makes it a must-buy.

Also, the phone’s display brightness makes it easier to use even when in bright sunlight.

The bad

Many users complained that the phone is extremely expensive. Another user complained that unlocking the phone seems very difficult, unlike the iPhone.

Also, a user stated that the video recording voice is not as good as the Samsung S21.

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