Samsung has launched the Galaxy M01s, which is an upgraded variant of the Galaxy M01 announced last month. The new model comes with a more powerful processor and a larger display compared to the Galaxy M01. Samsung has priced the latest Galaxy M-series offering under Rs 10,000. With this pricing, the brand has placed the Galaxy M01s in the ultra-competitive segment, where there are several options from Xiaomi and Realme to choose from.
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The main competitors to the newly launched Samsung Galaxy M01s are the Realme Narzo 10A and Redmi 8 in this price segment. The Samsung Galaxy M01s comes with a 6.2-inch HD+ screen, MediaTek Helio P22, 13-megapixel dual camera setup on the back and more. To find out how it stacks up against the competition read on ahead.
Samsung Galaxy M01s vs Redmi 8 vs Realme Narzo 10A: price in India
The Samsung Galaxy M01s has been launched in a single variant with 3GB RAM and 32GB onboard storage. The smartphone has been priced at Rs 9,999 and is available from Samsung’s offline stores, Samsung.com, and leading e-commerce portals.
The Redmi 8 was launched in two variants – 3GB + 32GB and 4GB + 64GB, with a price tag of Rs 7,999 and Rs 8,999, respectively. However, currently only the 4GB + 64GB variant is available on the official Mi online store. The handset is retailing for Rs 9,799 presently.
Lastly, the Realme Narzo 10A is available in 3GB + 32GB and 4GB + 64GB variants. They are retailing at Rs 8,999 and Rs 9,999, respectively. The Realme Narzo 10A is available via realme.com and Flipkart.
Winner: Realme Narzo 10A
Samsung Galaxy M01s vs Redmi 8 vs Realme Narzo 10A: display
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Coming to the displays, the Samsung Galaxy M01s and Redmi 8 are both equipped with a 6.2-inch waterdrop notch screen with an aspect ratio of 20:9. Additionally, both smartphones have Corning Gorilla Glass protection, but while the Redmi 8 has Gorilla Glass 5, the Galaxy M01s features the third generation Gorilla Glass 3. Both smartphones offer HD+ screen resolution.
The Realme Narzo 10A, on the other hand, comes with a larger 6.5-inch 20:9 display with HD+ resolution. The Narzo 10A also has a layer of Corning Gorilla Glass 3 for protection against scratches.
Winner: Realme Narzo 10A
Samsung Galaxy M01s vs Redmi 8 vs Realme Narzo 10A: performance and software
Speaking of the performance, the latest Samsung Galaxy M01s comes with the MediaTek Helio P22 octa-core processor ticking at its core. As mentioned before, Samsung is only offering the smartphone in a single configuration with 3GB RAM and 32GB storage.
The Redmi 8 offers the same configuration as well as an additional 4GB + 64GB variant. Powering the smartphone is the Qualcomm’s octa-core Snapdragon 439 processor. The Realme Narzo 10A once again emerges victorious here as offers the same two configurations as Redmi 8 but with a more powerful gaming processor – the MediaTek Helio G70.
In terms of software, the Samsung Galaxy M01s boots the Android 10-based One UI out of the box. The Realme Narzo 10A runs Realme UI based on Android 10 as well. The Redmi 8 is an odd one out, here as it ships with MIUI 10 interface based on the dated Android 9 Pie. However, the brand has since rolled out MIUI 11 based on Android 10 for the smartphone.
Winner: Realme Narzo 10A
Samsung Galaxy M01s vs Redmi 8 vs Realme Narzo 10A: cameras
Coming to the optics department, all three smartphones are more or less identical. The Redmi 8 is equipped with a dual-camera setup on the back with 12-megapixel primary camera backed by a 2-megapixel secondary depth sensor. The Samsung Galaxy M01s also features dual cameras, but with a 13-megapixel primary lens and a 2-megapixel depth sensor. The Realme Narzo 10A wins the round with 12-megapixel primary camera backed by a 2-megapixel depth camera and a 2-megapixel macro lens.
In the front, the Samsung Galaxy M01s and Realme Narzo 10A get 5-megapixel cameras for selfies. However, the Redmi 8 offers a higher resolution 8-megapixel selfie snapper and thus bags this round.
Winner: Realme Narzo 10A
Samsung Galaxy M01s vs Redmi 8 vs Realme Narzo 10A: battery
The Realme Narzo 10A and Redmi 8 are both powered by 5,000mAh batteries, however, the latter comes with support for 18W fast charging. The Samsung Galaxy M01s features a smaller 4,000mAh battery.
Winner: Redmi 8
Samsung Galaxy M01s vs Redmi 8 vs Realme Narzo 10A: verdict
In conclusion, for those looking for a powerful gaming smartphone with a stylish design and good cameras, the Realme Narzo 10A is a no brainer. If you are looking for a good selfie camera and fast charging support, Redmi 8 is the better choice. Compared to the Realme and Redmi offerings in this price band, the Galaxy M01s have much to offer.
| Smartphone | Key Features |
|---|---|
| Samsung Galaxy M01s | 6.2-inch IPS LCD display, MediaTek Helio P22 chipset,3GB RAM, 32GB storage, Android 10 based One UI, 13MP dual rear cameras, 5MP selfie camera, 4,000mAh battery, 18W fast charging support |
| Redmi 8 | 6.2-inch IPS LCD display, Snapdragon 439 chipset, up to 4GB RAM, up to 64GB storage, Android 9 Pie based MIUI, 12MP dual rear cameras, 8MP selfie camera, 5,000mAh battery, 18W fast charging support |
| Realme Narzo 10A | 6.5-inch IPS LCD display, MediaTek Helio G70 chipset, up to 4GB RAM, up to 64GB storage, Android 10 based Realme UI, 12MP dual rear cameras, 5MP selfie camera, 5,000mAh battery |