Samsung has officially launched the Galaxy A18 4G, adding a new budget smartphone to its Galaxy A series. The phone brings a new Exynos chipset, a large Super AMOLED display, IP64 protection and a familiar notched design.
The Galaxy A18 4G has been introduced in European markets, with France among the first markets to get the phone. Samsung has also focused on long-term software support with the new model.
Samsung Galaxy A18 4G Specifications
The biggest change is under the hood. The Galaxy A18 4G is powered by Samsung’s new Exynos 1610 chipset. Samsung says the new hardware improves CPU and GPU performance compared with the previous generation.
The phone comes with 4GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage in the listed configuration. There is also a dedicated microSD card slot, allowing storage expansion up to 2TB. Samsung’s product page also lists 256GB storage options depending on market.
6.7-inch Super AMOLED Display With Notch
The Samsung Galaxy A18 4G features a large 6.7-inch Super AMOLED display with Full HD+ resolution of 1080 x 2340 pixels. The screen also supports a 90Hz refresh rate.
Samsung has kept a traditional U-shaped notch at the top of the display. The notch houses the 13MP front camera. This gives the phone a familiar look compared with some earlier Galaxy A models.
IP64 Rating Adds Extra Protection
Another notable upgrade is the IP64 rating. The Galaxy A18 4G is designed to offer protection against dust and water splashes.
Samsung says the phone’s water resistance is based on laboratory testing and is not permanent. The company also advises against using the device at the beach or in a swimming pool.
50MP Triple Rear Camera
For photography, the Galaxy A18 4G gets a triple rear camera setup. It includes a 50MP main camera, a 5MP ultra-wide camera and a 2MP macro camera.
The front camera is a 13MP sensor. Samsung also lists Full HD video recording at 30fps for the device.
Battery and Charging
The Galaxy A18 4G packs a 5,000mAh battery. It supports 25W wired charging.
This combination is aimed at users who want a large display and enough battery capacity for regular daily use.
Software Updates
Samsung is also giving the Galaxy A18 4G a long software support period. The company says the phone will receive up to six generations of operating system updates and up to six years of security updates from its first global launch date.
The phone also supports Samsung features such as RAM Plus and Circle to Search, adding some extra software features to this budget model.
Samsung Galaxy A18 4G Price and Availability
The Galaxy A18 4G has launched in Europe, with the French market listing the phone at around €279 for the 128GB model. Availability and pricing can vary between markets.
Samsung has not yet provided the final India launch details in the sources available at the time of writing. So, an India price and release date should not be assumed until Samsung confirms them.
Samsung Galaxy A18 4G Key Features
- 6.7-inch Super AMOLED display
- Full HD+ resolution
- 90Hz refresh rate
- U-shaped notch
- Exynos 1610 chipset
- 4GB RAM
- 128GB storage
- microSD support up to 2TB
- 50MP + 5MP + 2MP rear cameras
- 13MP front camera
- 5,000mAh battery
- 25W wired charging
- IP64 rating
- Up to six generations of OS updates
- Up to six years of security updates
FAQs
Is the Samsung Galaxy A18 4G officially launched?
Yes. Samsung has officially launched the Galaxy A18 4G in European markets, including France.
What chipset does the Galaxy A18 4G use?
The Galaxy A18 4G is powered by Samsung’s Exynos 1610 chipset.
Does the Galaxy A18 4G have an IP rating?
Yes. The Galaxy A18 4G has an IP64 rating for dust and water resistance.
Does the Galaxy A18 4G have a notch display?
Yes. The phone uses a U-shaped notch on its 6.7-inch Super AMOLED display for the 13MP front camera.
