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Samsung Galaxy S10e phone review — specs and Genze score

Samsung Galaxy S10e Specifications

Versions: SM-G970F/DS (Global); SM-G970U (USA); SM-G970W (Canada)

Samsung

Released 2019, Feb 20

6 / 8 GB RAM · Exynos 9820 (8 nm) - EMEA/LATAM Qualcomm SM8150 Snapdragon 855 (7 nm) - USA/China

  • 150g, 7.9mm thickness
  • Android 9.0, up to Android 12, One UI 4.1
  • 128GB/256GB storage, microSDXC

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Genze and community ratings are both shown on a /10 scale. Genze is derived from internal model scores and price rules; community averages come from approved reviews (1–10 per category).

Category Genze /10 Users /10
Battery 6.1
Display 7.1
Performance 7.5
Camera 7.6
Body 6.8
Gaming 7.3
Software 4.4
Connectivity 4.7
Sensors 7.2
Software updates
Clean software
Heating
Media
Genze total: 6.8/10

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Quick specifications

5.8"

1080x2280 pixels

16MP

2160p

6/8GB RAM

Exynos 9820

3100mAh

15W15W

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6.8 /10
Performance 7.5/10
Battery 6.1/10
Display 7.1/10
Camera 7.6/10
Body 6.8/10
Gaming 7.3/10
Software 4.4/10
Connectivity 4.7/10
Sensors 7.2/10
8 nm 2.84 GHz BT 5.0 Wi‑Fi 6.0 2019

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Full specifications

Technology GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE
2G bands GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
??? CDMA 800 / 1900 - USA
3G bands HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 - Global, USA
??? CDMA2000 1xEV-DO - USA
4G bands 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 32, 38, 39, 40, 41, 66 - Global
??? 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 38, 39, 40, 41, 46, 66, 71 - USA
Speed HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (7CA) Cat20 2000/150 Mbps
Announced 2019, February 20. Released 2019, March 08
Status Discontinued
Dimensions 142.2 x 69.9 x 7.9 mm (5.60 x 2.75 x 0.31 in)
Weight 150 g (5.29 oz)
Build Glass front (Gorilla Glass 5), glass back (Gorilla Glass 5), aluminum frame
SIM ?? Nano-SIM
?? Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
??? IP68 dust tight and water resistant (immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min)
Type Dynamic AMOLED, HDR10+
Size 5.8 inches, 82.8 cm2 (~83.3% screen-to-body ratio)
Resolution 1080 x 2280 pixels, 19:9 ratio (~438 ppi density)
Protection Corning Gorilla Glass 5
OS Android 9.0 (Pie), upgradable to Android 12, One UI 4.1
Chipset Exynos 9820 (8 nm) - EMEA/LATAM
Qualcomm SM8150 Snapdragon 855 (7 nm) - USA/China
CPU Octa-core (2x2.73 GHz Mongoose M4 & 2x2.31 GHz Cortex-A75 & 4x1.95 GHz Cortex-A55) - EMEA/LATAM
Octa-core (1x2.84 GHz Kryo 485 & 3x2.42 GHz Kryo 485 & 4x1.78 GHz Kryo 485) - USA/China
GPU Mali-G76 MP12 - EMEA/LATAM
Adreno 640 - USA/China
Card slot microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot) - dual SIM model only
Internal 128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM
??? UFS 2.1
Dual 12 MP, f/1.5-2.4, 26mm (wide), 1/2.55", 1.4??m, dual pixel PDAF, OIS

16 MP, f/2.2, 12mm (ultrawide), 1/3.1", 1.0??m, Super Steady video
Features LED flash, auto-HDR, panorama
Video 4K@60fps (no EIS), 4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60/240fps, 720p@960fps, HDR10+, stereo sound rec., gyro-EIS & OIS
Single 10 MP, f/1.9, 26mm (wide), 1/3", 1.22??m, dual pixel PDAF
Features HDR
Video 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30fps
Loudspeaker Yes, with stereo speakers
3.5mm jack Yes
??? High-bitrate audio support

Tuned by AKG
WLAN Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth 5.0, A2DP, LE, aptX
Positioning GPS, GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO
NFC Yes
Radio FM radio (USA & Canada only)
USB USB Type-C 3.1
Sensors Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer
??? ANT+
Type Li-Ion 3100 mAh, non-removable
Charging 15W wired, PD2.0

15W wireless (Qi)

4.5W reverse wireless
Colors Prism White, Prism Black, Prism Green, Prism Blue, Canary Yellow, Flamingo Pink
Models SM-G970F, SM-G970U, SM-G970W, SM-G9700, SM-G970U1, SM-G970N, SM-G970X
SAR 0.56 W/kg (head) 0.70 W/kg (body)
SAR EU 0.58 W/kg (head) 1.57 W/kg (body)
Price About 130 EUR
Performance AnTuTu: 325192 (v7), 389694 (v8)

GeekBench: 10081 (v4.4), 2141 (v5.1)

GFXBench: 40fps (ES 3.1 onscreen)
Display Contrast ratio: infinite
Camera Photo / Video
Loudspeaker Voice 71dB / Noise 76dB / Ring 80dB
Audio quality Noise -92.9dB / Crosstalk -89.4dB
Battery (old) Endurance rating 83h

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Frequently asked questions

Is Samsung Galaxy S10e worth buying in 2026?

Samsung Galaxy S10e is worth considering if its strengths match your priorities. Genze scores it 6.8/10 for its class. Read owner reviews and compare alternatives before you buy.

Is Samsung Galaxy S10e good for gaming?

Samsung Galaxy S10e scores 73/100 on our gaming index (chipset, display smoothness, and thermals). Casual and mid-tier titles usually run well; for competitive esports, compare frame stability and heating against phones in the same price band.

What is the battery capacity of Samsung Galaxy S10e?

Samsung Galaxy S10e has a 3,100 mAh battery. Real-world endurance depends on chipset efficiency, display, and usage.

What display size does Samsung Galaxy S10e have?

Samsung Galaxy S10e features a 5.80-inch display. See the Display section for resolution, refresh rate, and panel details.

Is Samsung Galaxy S10e water resistant?

Samsung Galaxy S10e is rated IP68. Always follow manufacturer guidance for liquids and dust exposure.

How much RAM does Samsung Galaxy S10e have?

Samsung Galaxy S10e is available with 6 / 8 GB RAM variants. Storage options are listed in the Memory section.

What is the Genze score for Samsung Galaxy S10e?

Genze rates Samsung Galaxy S10e 6.8/10 based on performance, display, camera, battery, body build, and value versus phones in the same price tier.

Where do these specifications come from?

Specifications are compiled from official manufacturer and carrier sources, reviewed by our editors where possible, and enriched with Genze scores and community feedback. GenZe Rank is not responsible for errors or omissions. Regional variants, firmware updates, and retailer listings may differ from what is shown here—always confirm critical details on the official product page before you buy.

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