When Samsung first came out with the Galaxy S10, the company focused on three main aspects of the device: the display, camera, and performance, and this is where Samsung’s focus paid off. This is the reason why, even today, Samsung Galaxy S10 second hand continues to be quite popular among the youth.
The reason behind Galaxy S10’s popularity
To put it simply, Samsung’s S10 came with an impressive Super AMOLED display, one that has always been the most interesting factor of Samsung handsets. It made use of the Dynamic OLED technology and HDR10+, thereby offering superior brightness and contrast. In fact, the technology even allows SIM free Samsung S10 devices to sport more accurate colors and better viewing angles while watching HD content.
The Samsung S10 comes with Qualcomm’s then top-of-the-line chip: Snapdragon 855 and boasts a minimum of 8GB RAM. In fact, the chip continues to impress even today! Compare it against any mid-level chipset, and the 2019 device would come out on top.
Samsung’s Galaxy S10 comes with tons of bells and whistles, one of which is reverse wireless charging. This allows people to charge other Qi-compatible devices by simply placing the device on the back of the Galaxy S10.
Samsung Galaxy S10: An overview
Here’s a quick lowdown of its basic specs.
- The Samsung Galaxy S10 features a glass body.
- It has a 6.1-inch Dynamic AMOLED display dishing out 1440 x 3040 pixels Always-on display.
- It comes with Corning Gorilla Glass 6 protection on the front and Gorilla Glass 5 protection at the back.
- The device is powered by Qualcomm SM8150 Snapdragon 855 chipset, mated to an Adreno 640 GPU.
- It comes in 6GB and 8GB RAM options, and can be bought in 128GB or 512GB UFS 2.1 memory options.
- The SIM free Samsung S10 will be able to record videos at 4K @ 60fps and includes both OIS and EIS support.
- The Galaxy S10 has an ultrasonic under-display fingerprint sensor, a 3.5mm audio jack, USB Type-C v3.1, and Samsung DeX and Pay support.
- The handset includes a 3400 mAh battery that comes with 15W fast charging and wireless charging support.
Is the Samsung S10 a better buy than iPhone 11?
Clearly, the Samsung Galaxy S10 scores over Apple’s iPhone XR and iPhone 11. In fact, even if you opt for Samsung Phones Sim Free, it would still have a better display than both the iPhone models. So, it’s really a matter of personal preference, though the Samsung device scores over the iPhone models in many respects.
According to some experts, both Samsung and Apple have always taken different approaches to design and features. This is all the more evident in how iPhone 11 and Samsung S10 have taken different approaches to their camera lens placement. While both the handsets come with a trio of lenses in the form of an ultra wide, a wide, and a telephoto lens, Samsung’s S10 comes across as slightly more advanced. When you buy a refurbished Galaxy S10, it still comes with a 16 MP wide and ultra wide lens compared to iPhone 11’s 12 MP lenses. Moreover, S10’s primary camera comes with a variable aperture. So, it shifts to a wider aperture when in dimly lit situations to let in more light and enhance the shot.
Our verdict
Don’t abandon Samsung’s Galaxy S10 just yet! Sure, it has been outclassed by some of the more modern and next-gen devices, but it is still a great, smart device. So, for someone looking to grab a premium device without actually paying a premium for it, can definitely opt for a refurbished Samsung Galaxy S10 second hand. The fact that you can actually lay hands on a great device at a fraction of its original cost, is what makes refurbished handsets such a hit. The fact that you can now own a premium device even on a tight budget is exactly what has led to the burgeoning demand for second hand refurbished smartphones. Go, give it a try, now!
Key takeaway
When you buy a refurbished SIM free Samsung S10 from us at 247MobileShop, you can rest assured knowing that you’ve laid hands on a great device - one that has gone through several rounds of quality checks before being put up for sale. That is not all! Our refurbished handsets come with a 12-month warranty out of the box, which can be extended to 24 or 36 months. That said, all our devices are top grade and come with accessories as you’d find them in the original box.
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