Samsung Galaxy A35 5G in Kenya
The Samsung Galaxy A35 5G price in Kenya currently stands at Ksh 33,500. The Samsung Galaxy A35 runs on the Exynos 1380 (5 nm) processor with Mali-G68 MP5 GPU. The phone has 8 GB RAM and 256 GB of internal storage which is expandable using microSDXC (uses a shared SIM slot). The Galaxy A35 has a 6.6-inch, 1080 x 2340 pixels Super AMOLED display with a pixel density of 390 ppi. It has Gorilla Glass protection as well. Coming to cameras, it has a 50 MP rear camera and a 13 MP front camera for selfies. It has a USB Type-C port for data syncing and charging.
There is a fingerprint sensor present on the Galaxy A35 as well, along with a magnetic field sensor (compass), gyroscope sensor and accelerometer sensor. It is a dual SIM smartphone with support for 4G LTE, USB OTG, and Wi-Fi too. The Galaxy A35 runs on Android 14 and all this is powered by a 5000 mAh battery. It measures 161.7 x 78 x 8.2 mm (height x width x thickness) with a total weight of 209 grams including battery. You can buy Galaxy A35 in Kenya today at the Phones Store
Samsung Galaxy A35 5G specs and price in Kenya
| Brand | Samsung |
| Model | Galaxy A35 5G |
| Status | Available |
| Release Date | 2024, 11 March |
| BODY | |
| Dimensions | 161.7 x 78 x 8.2 mm (6.37 x 3.07 x 0.32 in) |
| Weight | 209 g (7.37 oz) |
| Colors | Black; other colors |
| Body Material | Glass front (Gorilla Glass 5), glass back (Gorilla Glass 5), plastic frame |
| SIMs | Hybrid Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by) |
| Water & Dust | IP67 dust/water resistant (up to 1m for 30 min) |
| DISPLAY | |
| Size | 6.6 inches |
| Type | Super AMOLED, 120Hz, 500 nits |
| Resolutions | 1080 x 2340 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio |
| PPI | 390 ppi density |
| Multi-touch | Yes |
| Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass Victus |
| NETWORKS | |
| 2G | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 – SIM 1 & SIM 2 (dual-SIM model only) |
| 3G | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G | LTE |
| 5G | SA/NSA |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE-A, 5G |
| GPRS | Yes |
| EDGE | Yes |
| CAMERA | |
| Rear Triple | 50 MP, f/1.8, (wide), 1/1.96″, PDAF, OIS 8 MP, f/2.2, 123˚, (ultrawide), 1/4.0″, 1.12µm 5 MP, f/2.4, (macro) |
| Features | LED flash, panorama, HDR |
| Videos | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps, gyro-EIS |
| Front | 13 MP, f/2.2, (wide), 1/3.06″, 1.12µm 1080p@30fps |
| HARDWARE | |
| OS | Android 14, One UI 6.1 |
| Chipset | Exynos 1380 (5 nm) |
| CPU | Octa-core (4×2.4 GHz Cortex-A78 & 4×2.0 GHz Cortex-A55) |
| GPU | Mali-G68 MP5 |
| RAM | 6GB / 12GB |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB |
| Card Slot | microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot) |
| BATTERY | |
| Type | Li-Po |
| Capacity | 5000 mAh |
| Removable | Non-Removable |
| Talk Time | N/A |
| Stand By | N/A |
| Charging | 25 Wired |
| Wireless Charging | No |
| COMMONS | |
| Sound | Loudspeaker Yes 3.5mm Jack Yes |
| Sensors | Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, compass Virtual proximity sensing |
| Bluetooth | 5.3, A2DP, LE |
| GPS | GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS |
| USB | USB Type-C 2.0, OTG |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| NFC | Yes (market/region dependent) |
Samsung Galaxy A35 5G Overview
The Samsung Galaxy A35 5G is an upgrade from its predecessor the Samsung Galaxy A34. The phone was released on March 11, 2024, and it has major upgrades. The main improvements are seen in the design and the incredible display of the phone. Coupled with the fact that it has a whooping 50MP wide lens that takes good photos with a 5000mAh battery that ensures your phone is always connected to power. Let us review this phone and check if it is worth your money.
The Samsung Galaxy A35 5G Build
- Design: Super AMOLED
- Display:6.6 inches
- Color: Iceblue, Lilac, Navy
Design
The Samsung Galaxy A35 5G comes with an exceptional and sleek design. The phone is available in our Phone stores in Kenya in three color options Iceblue, Lilac, Navy, and Lemon. One thing is for certain, the Galaxy A35 is designed to grab your eye’s attention straight from the box. The Galaxy A35 is slim and light. The phone weighs 209 grams giving you a good distribution when you hold it in your hands.
The back of the Samsung Galaxy A35 5G is protected by a plastic frame while the front has a glass. You also get a triple camera module that hosts a 50-wide lens, an 8 MP ultrawide lens, and a 5 MP macro lens that makes the phone stand out. On the sides of the Samsung Galaxy A35, you get power buttons and volume rockers. These are responsive when you want to adjust the audio settings in the Samsung Galaxy A35 phone. On the bottom, you get a dual stereo speaker with Hi-Res audio support.
Display and Visual Experience
The front of the Samsung Galaxy A35 5G is made up of a 6.6-inch Super AMOLED. You also get a 90Hz refresh rate that allows you to have a smooth experience on your phone. The display of the Galaxy A35 is curved with minimal bezels at the sides. Providing you with an immersive visual experience. The display of the Galaxy A35 comes with a peak brightness. This gives you a bright, sharp, and responsive visual experience. Especially when you are watching the content on social media, or even browsing the internet.
When it comes to security, you have an in-display fingerprint sensor with the Samsung Galaxy A35. This enables you to primarily lock your phone. You can also choose to unlock it using the PIN code or facial recognition.
The Samsung Galaxy A35 Cameras
- Main Camera: 50 MP (wide), 8MP (ultrawide), 5 MP (macro)
- Front Camera: 13 MP
- Video(Main/Front): 4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps, gyro-EIS
Main-lens camera system
At the back, you will find a 50 MP wide primary camera with optical image stabilization (OIS). During the day or when the light conditions are good, the photos captured with the 50MP primary camera lens offer you a good dynamic range with decent attention to detail. You will be happy with the quality of images and videos you capture with this camera.
The main camera offers an f/1.8 aperture and support for optical image stabilization. This enables the Samsung Galaxy A35 to give you a good performance even when the light conditions are low. You also get additional features such as Super Night mode that add some brightness to shots taken with the main camera. You also get an 8 MP ultrawide camera with a focal lens of 2.2 shooter that gives impressive performance when taking content during the day. Samsung ensured to include a 5 MP macro lens with a focal lens of 2.4 camera that comes in handy when you are taking photographs of tiny images.
Front Camera Specifications
At the front, you will get a 13MP sensor for capturing high-resolution selfies. The front camera provides you with impressive selfie photos and portrait photos that have enough details. You also get color reproduction that separates your subjects. Samsung ensured to include an eye autofocus, that allows allows the phone to focus on your eyes when taking selfies.
The Samsung Galaxy A35 Performance
- Processor (CPU, GPU, RAM): Exynos 1380
- Storage:128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM
- OS: Android 14, One UI 6.1
Chipset
Under the hood, the Samsung Galaxy A35 5G is powered up by the Exynos 1380. This phone comes with several storage options, some of which include 12 GB RAM with 256 GB. You can also purchase the 8 GB RAM with 256 GB of internal storage. Whatever storage option you pick you can also extend the internal storage of your phone with the slot MicroSD card up to 1TB. This additional memory simply enhances the overall performance of your device. While providing you with ample space for your photos, apps, and videos.
CPU and GPU
The chipset also comes with a quad-core high-performance Cortex-A78. Running at 2.4 GHz clock speed, with another set of quad-core power-efficient Cortex-A55. There are currently not many smartphones in the market using this type of chipset.
To complete this combo, the Samsung Galaxy A35 comes with a Mali-G68 MP5 GPU. One thing is for certain, the hardware combination of the Samsung Galaxy A35 provides you with a great performance during gaming or multitasking.
OS
The Samsung Galaxy A35 comes with Android 14 with One UI 6.1. This provides you with a smooth software experience. Especially when you are installing and customizing the mobile applications. You also get special functions such as
- Always-on Display features
- Gestures
- Multi-window
- smart panel
The Samsung Galaxy A35 5G Battery
- Capacity: Li-Po 5000 mAh
- Charging Speed: 25W wired
When it comes to battery, the Samsung Galaxy A35 is powered by a 5,000 mAh non-removable battery. The battery supports 25W PD 3.0 fast charging and offers you a reliable battery life. Samsung says that you can recharge your phone to 100 percent in less than 120 minutes. Making it quite convenient if you are in a rush to charge your phone.
If you are not using the phone on a maximum refresh rate with the nits at its peak then the battery can comfortably last you the whole 24-hour day. When you need to recharge it in less than 1 hour you are back to a fully charged Samsung Galaxy A35 in your hand.
The Samsung Galaxy A35 5G Summary
The Samsung Galaxy A35 is a great phone with a lot to offer. Here is a summary of its key features, benefits, and why it’s a perfect fit for the target audience:
Key features:
- The Samsung Galaxy A35 5G boasts a 6.6-inch Super AMOLED display with a 90Hz refresh rate.
- The phone comes with its massive 5000mAh battery, the Samsung Galaxy A35 ensures you stay connected all day long.
- Capture stunning moments with the 50MP triple rear camera.
- The phone features a stylish design with a glass front and a plastic back.
- It runs on Android 14 with One UI 6.1, ensuring a smooth user experience.
Benefits:
- Impressive Display: This means you’ll enjoy vibrant colors, smooth animations, and an immersive viewing experience1.
- High-Resolution Camera: Whether it’s wide-angle shots, ultrawide perspectives, or detailed macros, the Galaxy A35 delivers impressive photography.
- Powerful Battery: With its massive 5000mAh battery, the Galaxy A35 ensures you stay connected all day long. Plus, it supports 25W fast charging, so you can juice up quickly when needed.
- Sleek Design: It’s slim, lightweight, and comfortable to hold, making it a great companion for daily use.
- Smooth Performance: Powered by the Exynos 1380 chipset and equipped with up to 8GB RAM, the Galaxy A35 handles multitasking, gaming, and app launches seamlessly.
Conclusion
If you are someone who is seeking a well-balanced mid-range smartphone under Ksh 33,500. Then the Samsung Galaxy A35 5G should be on your radar. You get incredible value for your money with an exceptional design and a vibrant display. Couple that up with the powerful performance, and capable camera that you are getting. This mid-range smartphone stands out in the crowded smartphone market. With the Samsung Galaxy A35, you will be purchasing a dependable phone while getting value for your money.
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