Samsung Galaxy A18 5G

Overview

Reviewed by Priyanka Singh · Senior Consumer-Tech Editor

The Samsung Galaxy A18 5G is Samsung's take on a value-focused smartphone, built around ram of 6 GB, storage of 128 GB, display of 6.74 inches, 1080 x 2340 pixels, 90 Hz.. For daily driving, calls, social apps and photos it should hold up well. On the other side, power users should weigh the chipset and battery against heavier alternatives. Below you'll find the full specifications, live prices across stores, our editor's verdict, and a quality-checked refurbished alternative that can get you the same specs for noticeably less. If you value getting more for your money, the refurbished route is worth a serious look before buying new.

Full Specifications

Price	₹ 20,999
CPU	Octa Core Processor
RAM	6 GB
Storage	128 GB
Display	6.74 inches, 1080 x 2340 pixels, 90 Hz
Operating System	Android v16
Battery	6000 mAh
Fast Charging	Yes, 25W Fast Charging
Rear Camera	50 MP ƒ/1.8 (Wide Angle) 5 MP ƒ/2.2 (Ultra Wide) 2 MP ƒ/2.4 (Macro)
Front Camera	16 MP ƒ/2 (Wide Angle)
Resolution	1080 x 2340 pixels
Sim Type	Dual Sim, GSM+GSM (Hybrid Slot)
Dual Sim	Yes
Sim Size	Nano+Nano SIM
Device Type	Smartphone
Release Date	August 29th, 2026 (Expected)
Colors	Black, Gray, Blue
Type	Color Super AMOLED Screen (16M Colors)
Touch	Yes
Aspect Ratio	20:9
Ppi	~ 385 PPI
Screen To Body Ratio	~ 86%
Brightness	800nits
Notch	Yes, Water Drop Notch
Card Slot	Yes, (Hybrid Slot), upto 2 TB
Gprs	Yes
Edge	Yes
3g	Yes
4g	Yes
5g	Yes
5g Bands	5G* FDD Sub6: N1(2100), N3(1800), N5(850), N7(2600), N8(900), N26(850), N28(700), N66(AWS-3), 5G* TDD Sub6: N40(2300), N41(2500), N77(3700), N78(3500)
Volte	Yes, Dual Stand-By
Wifi	Yes, with wifi-hotspot
Wifi Version	802.11a/b/g/n/ac 2.4GHz+5GHz, VHT80
Bluetooth	Yes, v6.0
Usb	Yes, USB-C v2.0
Usb Features	USB Charging
Gps	GPS, Glonass, Beidou, Galileo, QZSS
Fingerprint Sensor	Yes, Side
Face Unlock	Yes
Sensors	Accelerometer, Fingerprint Sensor, Gyro Sensor, Geomagnetic Sensor, Light Sensor, Virtual Proximity Sensing
Ai Features	Gemini Live, Circle to Search
Ip Rating	IP54
Dust Resistant	Yes
Auto Focus	Yes
Features	Food, Hyperlapse, Macro, Night, Panorama, Photo, Portrait, Pro, Slow Motion, Video
Video Recording	1080p @ 30 fps FHD
Flash	Yes, LED
Front Video Recording	1080p @ 30 fps FHD
Custom Ui	OneUI 8
Java	No
Browser	Yes
Email	Yes
Music	MP3, M4A, 3GA, AAC, OGG, OGA, WAV, AMR, AWB, FLAC, MID, MIDI, XMF, MXMF, IMY, RTTTL, RTX, OTA
Video	MP4, M4V, 3GP, 3G2, AVI, FLV, MKV, WEBM
Fm Radio	No
Document Reader	Yes
Battery Type	Non-Removable Battery
Splash Resistant	Yes
Audio Jack Type	USB Type-C
Nfc	Yes

Editor Verdict

4.0/5

Editorial rating

“A strong all-rounder that covers the essentials well; the refurbished option makes it even better value.”

Performance 4.0

Camera 4.0

Battery Backup 4.0

Display 4.0

Value for Money 4.5

Build Quality 4.0

Priyanka Singh Senior Consumer-Tech Editor

Priyanka Singh has spent 8+ years reviewing consumer electronics in India, hands-on testing laptops, phones and TVs for real-world value. She focuses on what a device actually delivers for the price — and whether a refurbished unit is the smarter buy.

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How this model stacks up against nearby options

	Samsung Galaxy A18 5G This model	Honor V30 Lite	Huawei Honor Note 10 (6GB RAM + 128GB)
Processor	—	HiSilicon Kirin 710	HiSilicon Kirin 970
RAM	6 GB	4 GB	6 GB
Storage	128 GB	128 GB	128 GB
Display	6.74 inches, 1080 x 2340 pixels, 90 Hz	6.5 inches, 1080 x 2400 pixels	6.95 inches, 1080 x 2280 pixels
Graphics	—	Mali-G51 MP4	Mali-G72 MP12
OS	Android v16	Android v10	Android v8.1 (Oreo)