The most affordable model in Samsung’s new S series, the Galaxy S22 is also the most compact version. This smartphone intends to offer a service equivalent to that of the Galaxy S22 +, however at the price of some concessions.
The Samsung Galaxy S22 is a truly attractive smartphone. Its exemplary design, its lightness, the quality of its finishes and, above all, its compactness make it a particularly pleasant model in the hand. It also benefits from IP68 certification and a very pleasant matte back, not to mention a bright screen on the front with controlled colors. This natural evolution of the Galaxy S21 benefits from a slightly increased autonomy compared to that of its elder and we excuse its not very fast charging, which its battery capacity compensates for. However, it is difficult to forgive him for his nocturnal photo performance, after all, without much brilliance, as well as his performance at half mast in the mobile gaming department, points on which he was widely expected. But like its entire range, this Galaxy S22 has a good durability score, driven in particular by the four years of software updates announced by its manufacturer.
Strong points
- Very nice compact size.
- Very nice AMOLED screen.
- Autonomy very correct in view of its format.
Weak points
- All S22s benefit from charging at 45 W, except him.
- The performance of the Exynos 2200.
- Nightography not really at the expected level.
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Alternatively
Like its predecessor, the Google Pixel 7 is an excellent smartphone. It benefits from a beautiful screen, a powerful SoC and a very good photo sensor duo. In addition, its price positioning makes it more affordable than the vast majority of its high-end competitors, without making any real concessions. We can certainly blame him for his heating in game, his always slow recharging or his too great similarity with the Pixel 6, but these defects weigh little with regard to the general experience, even more intuitive under Android 13.