Galaxy A50
The mid-range bestseller that defined Samsung's 2019 A-series reboot.
The Galaxy A50 is a mid-range Samsung smartphone released Mar 2019, with a launch price of $349. It pairs the Exynos 9610 with a 6.4" FHD+ Super AMOLED display, a 25 MP + 8 MP UW + 5 MP depth main camera and a 4000 mAh, 15W battery. In SpecEagle's editorial review it scores 70/100 — The A-series turning point. Standout strengths: bright super amoled at sub-$350 and in-display fingerprint rare in tier. Main trade-off: exynos 9610 stutters under load.
The A-series turning point.
A50 reset Samsung's mid-range after years of overpriced J-series phones — Super AMOLED, in-display fingerprint and a triple cam at $349. It sold in huge volume and set the template for every A-series since.
Read the full review- Bright Super AMOLED at sub-$350
- In-display fingerprint rare in tier
- 4000 mAh comfortably lasts a day
Full specifications
Benchmarks
How the Galaxy A50 compares
| Galaxy A50 | Xiaomi 15 Ultra | Galaxy S9+ | |
|---|---|---|---|
| SpecEagle score | 70 | 89 | 70 |
| Chipset | Exynos 9610 | SD 8 Elite | SD 845 |
| Display | 6.4" FHD+ Super AMOLED | 6.73" LTPO AMOLED | 6.2" QHD+ AMOLED |
| Main camera | 25 MP + 8 MP UW + 5 MP depth | 50 MP · f/1.63 | 12 MP · f/1.5-2.4 |
| Battery | 4000 mAh, 15W | 5,410 mAh | 3,500 mAh |
| Launch price | $349 | $1,499 | $839 |
Frequently asked questions
When was the Galaxy A50 released?
The Galaxy A50 was released in Mar 2019.
How much does the Galaxy A50 cost?
The Galaxy A50 launched at $349 (manufacturer suggested price at release; street and second-hand prices vary by region, storage tier and time since launch).
What is the Galaxy A50 screen size and type?
The Galaxy A50 has a 6.4" FHD+ Super AMOLED display.
What chipset does the Galaxy A50 use?
The Galaxy A50 is powered by the Exynos 9610 chipset.
How much RAM and storage does the Galaxy A50 have?
The Galaxy A50 ships with 4/6 GB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.
What is the Galaxy A50 battery capacity?
The Galaxy A50 has a 4000 mAh, 15W battery.
What is the Galaxy A50 main camera?
The Galaxy A50 has a 25 MP + 8 MP UW + 5 MP depth main camera.
Does the Galaxy A50 have a headphone jack?
The Galaxy A50 has a 3.5 mm headphone jack.
How much does the Galaxy A50 weigh?
The Galaxy A50 weighs 166 g.
What colours does the Galaxy A50 come in?
The Galaxy A50 is available in 4 colours: Black, White, Blue, Coral.
Is the Galaxy A50 worth buying?
A50 reset Samsung's mid-range after years of overpriced J-series phones — Super AMOLED, in-display fingerprint and a triple cam at $349. It sold in huge volume and set the template for every A-series since. SpecEagle gives the Galaxy A50 an editorial score of 70/100.
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