Samsung Phone Ranges Explained

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Samsung Galaxy devices are made up of highly innovative Android smartphones and tablets that are created and developed with you in mind. Samsung offers four major phone ranges, so you’ll be sure to find the Samsung phone that is a perfect match for you.

What are the different series of Samsung phones?

Samsung Galaxy smartphones use a single alphabetical letter to classify the different Samsung phone ranges. The letters represent the category to which each smartphone belongs. Within each category, you’ll find smartphones with different memory sizes and connectivity options but each of the smartphones will have the same pioneering Samsung innovations. The hardest part is deciding which one is right for you! We’ll walk you through the defining features for each Samsung phone range to help you choose.

Galaxy Z Series

The exceptional Samsung Galaxy Z series includes the revolutionary Galaxy Z Fold4 5G and Galaxy Z Flip4 5G, Samsung’s innovative foldable phones with their revolutionary folding glass screens. The futuristic Samsung Z series combines the functionality of a tablet and a phone into one, putting powerful performance, folding glass and long-lasting battery all in the palm of your hand.

Galaxy Z Fold4 5G

Introducing the latest in folding phone technology, the Galaxy Z Fold4 5G delivers a sensational 7.6-inch internal folding glass screen and 6.2-inch external 120Hz adaptive display so you can watch, work and play like never before. If you’re looking for an epic phone and tablet in one, look no further.

Read our guide on the difference between the Galaxy Z Fold4 and Galaxy Z Fold3 to understand how the foldable phones compare.

Galaxy Z Flip4 5G

Get a phone as unique as your style with the exclusive Galaxy Z Flip4 5G. This incredible full sized smartphone folds to measure a compact 4.2-inches. Check your messages, take photos and play music on the front 1.9-inch cover screen, then open it up to unveil the main attraction: a 6.7-inch Infinity Flex Display, it’s the brightest and smoothest display in Galaxy Z ever.

Read our guide on the difference between the Galaxy Z Flip4 vs Galaxy Z Flip3 to understand how the new flip phones compare.

Galaxy S Series

The high-end Samsung S series packs in pioneering technology, flawless design and easy-to-use functionality. Alongside the Galaxy Z series, it's considered to be Samsung's premium, flagship smartphone range. Devices in the Galaxy S series revolutionise photography with expectation-shattering camera setups and jaw dropping resolutions, including 8K enabled video recording. Paired with sensational Dynamic AMOLED 2X displays, super-fast processors and copious amounts of battery life and there's a lot to love!

Galaxy S23 Ultra

Designed for the epic every day, the Galaxy S23 Ultra revolutionises video and photography with next generation 8K video and a quad-lens camera setup. Here you'll find an incredible 200MP Ultra High Resolution rear camera which captures unprecedented detail in every image. When it comes to shooting in low-light conditions, the latest version of Nightography boosts colours and sharpens details - it's even built into the 12MP Dual Pixel front-facing selfie camera, too.

The Galaxy S23 Ultra is sleek but expansive with an immersive 6.8-inch QHD+ Dynamic AMOLED 2X display. With the addition of Adaptive Vision Booster technology, you’ll enjoy standout brightness regardless of whether you’re in a bright or low-lit environment. It also comes with our most powerful processor to date; the Qualcomm Snapdragon® 8 Gen 2. And with a mighty 5,000mAh (typical) battery, plus 45W Super Fast Charging, you can rest assured that the Galaxy S23 Ultra makes small work of big tasks.

Galaxy S23+

Designed for those who want to capture and share every moment, the Galaxy S23+ is equipped with revolutionary Nightography cameras that let you fill your social feed with incredible images. In fact, the latest version of Nightography is powered by Enhanced AI which can distinguish between different textures in low-lit environments, so after dark photos look as detailed as real life. The 12MP Dual Pixel Auto Focus front-facing camera on Galaxy S23+ is also fast focusing - perfect when it comes to bright, sharp selfies.

The Galaxy S23+ has a stunning 6.6-inch FHD+ Dynamic AMOLED 2X display and is packed with power thanks to the Qualcomm Snapdragon® 8 Gen 2 processor. Combined with 8GB of RAM and an enormous 4,700mAh (typical) battery, and you'll have the power required to take your multitasking, gaming and photography to the next level.

Galaxy S23

With an elegant, triple-lens camera setup on the rear, and sleek lines everywhere else, the Galaxy S23 strikes the perfect balance between looks and performance. As the smallest in the Galaxy S23 series, it has a 6.1-inch Full HD+ Dynamic AMOLED 2X display which is made even better thanks to the 120Hz refresh rate. It's protected by Corning® Gorilla® Glass Victus® 2 on both the front and back, and surrounded with an Armour Aluminium frame, making it the most durable phone (and range) to date.

With the latest processor and 8GB of RAM, you can unlock higher frame rates, and enjoy sharper, more vivid graphics whether you're working, creating or gaming. There's even a new and improved cooling system so the most demanding of tasks will feel like a breeze.

To find out more about the latest Samsung Galaxy S23 series, visit our 'Introducing the Galaxy S23 series' page, or get an overview of the different Galaxy S series models in our 'Samsung Galaxy S Series Explained' guide.

Galaxy Note Series

The Samsung Galaxy Note range is an iconic, high-end smartphone series which continues to redefine the phone industry. The Samsung Note phones are designed to be a computer in your pocket, each coming with our innovative S Pen. Designed with modern, busy lives in mind, you can take notes on the go, create documents, use split-screen for multitasking and even record pro-grade videos.

Galaxy Note20

Put productivity in the palm of your hand with the Galaxy Note 20. You can create, edit, and upload your documents on the go with the integrated Microsoft Office package and S Pen. With a fast-charging, long lasting battery, 256GB+ of storage and 6.7-inch Full HD+ Super AMOLED+ display you can be sure to get the competitive edge you need.

Galaxy A Series

The Galaxy A series has long been hailed as Samsung's flagship mid-range smartphone series. With beautiful Super AMOLED Infinity-O screens, incredible cameras and long-lasting batteries, the Samsung A series offers stunning design features with precision usability. Each model within the Galaxy A series has an extensive mix of capabilities, bringing together all the best features at an affordable price. Any of the Samsung A series phones are an ideal choice for the everyday smartphone user.

Galaxy A52s 5G

Experience superfast 5G connectivity and premium features without the price tag with the Galaxy A52s 5G. Featuring a powerful multi-lens camera system perfect for capturing even the finest details with a 5MP Macro camera, 12MP Ultra Wide camera, 64MP Main camera and 5MP Depth camera you can say goodbye to blurry photos and videos. The incredible 6.5-inch Super AMOLED display makes all your games and content stand out in all their glory and the long lasting 4,5000mAh battery means that you can happily stream content all day without any worry.

Galaxy M Series

The Samsung Galaxy M range is the updated and improved version of the mid-range to low-end Galaxy J series. Inspired by millennials, Samsung M smartphones come with incredible, long-lasting battery power so you’ll never have to worry about running out of charge in the day again. And it’s not just about the battery. With a Samsung Galaxy M phone, you can enjoy innovative Quad cameras, defence-grade security and an inspired Infinity-O display - all at an affordable price!

Galaxy M52 5G

With its contemporary design and smooth curves the Galaxy M52 5G feels as good as it looks. The sensational 6.7-inch Infinity-O Display combines Octa-core processing power, 6GB RAM, 128GB of storage and a fast charging 5,000mAh battery to bring both hardware and software together in one harmonious package. The sensational cameras ensure your photos look sharp, crisp and clear whilst adding more perspective and lifelike detail to everything you capture. And with embedded Samsung Knox you can rest assured your phone is protected from the minute it turns on.

Galaxy J Series

The Galaxy J series is the mid-range and low-end smartphone series debuted in 2013 by Samsung. In 2019 the J series was merged with the Galaxy A and Galaxy M series but continues to receive software updates. The Galaxy J series was developed for the budget-conscious consumer looking for a quality phone without needing the latest groundbreaking innovative features. The J series is perfect for someone looking to simply use their smartphone for texting, calling, browsing and taking pictures.

What is the difference between Samsung A and S Series?

The Galaxy S series is Samsung's premium, high-end flagship series whilst the Galaxy A series is the highly acclaimed, mid-range Samsung smartphone collection. Both series are equipped with extraordinary technical specifications and are highly rated by our customers and industry experts. So how do they differ?

Performance

The Samsung S series features some of our most innovative models, with performance at the forefront of its design. The Galaxy S series has incredibly high screen resolutions as standard, meaning that you’ll see every detail in all your pictures and images. Both the Galaxy A and Galaxy S series come with enough battery power to easily last you a day, but how they charge differs. The Galaxy S series supports wireless flexible charging whereas the Galaxy A series supports fast charging*.

Both the Galaxy A52s 5G and Galaxy S23 feature an incredible 120Hz refresh rate. The high refresh rate ensures the content you see on your screen is smooth and responsive. Whether you're scrolling through images, browsing the web or mobile gaming you’ll see the best looking visuals possible.

Photo resolution and quality

Both the Samsung S series and Samsung A series have extremely high quality camera lenses which focus on providing the best photography experience for their users. However, the inbuilt artificial intelligence (AI) in the Samsung S series brings together visuals and processing power for the very best crystal clear images packed into a phone. This means for the mobile photographers out there, a Samsung Galaxy S series phone is the better choice of the two ranges.

Pricing

The Galaxy A series offers incredible performance and functionality for an exceptionally competitive price, making these phones well suited for many everyday phone users. However, for those who want next-level performance when it comes to gaming on the go, working from your phone or taking pro-grade photos and videos, the Galaxy S series is the best choice for your needs.

What is the difference between Samsung A and M Series?

The Samsung A series is designed for users who want to experience flagship-like features in a mid-range smartphone. Whereas the Samsung M series is designed for users that spend vast quantities of time on their smartphone and need an exceptionally long battery life for an affordable price. When comparing the processor, display and build quality of the Samsung A and M series, both are pretty comparable although there are some differences.

Performance

The key difference between the Galaxy A and M series is the software. The Samsung M series runs on One UI Core, which differs from most of the Galaxy A series which runs on One UI. Furthermore, the Samsung M Series phones do not come equipped with Samsung Knox security therefore features like Samsung Pay, Samsung Pass, secure folder or other Knox dependent features are not available.

Battery

The Galaxy M range has some of the best battery power ever seen in smartphones. The Galaxy M52 5G has 5,000mAh which compares with the average Galaxy A series having 4500mAh of battery power. So if you need a phone to stream, share and game on throughout the day the Galaxy M is the range to choose from.

What is the best Samsung mid-range phone?

Looking for the best mid-range smartphone? The Samsung Galaxy A series is a multi-award winning phone series which offers exceptional processing power, stunning design features, innovative technology and intuitive useability, all at a highly affordable price. You can find it all with the Galaxy A52s and Galaxy A72 - striking design, impressive Super AMOLED Full HD+ displays, 256GB storage, long lasting 5000mAh battery and sensational 64MP+12MP +5MP+5MP Quad rear cameras, you won’t be disappointed.

You can find more information on how to choose the best smartphone for you in our Mobile Phone Buying Guide.