Samsung is gearing up to shake up India’s affordable smartphone market once again. On January 29, 2026, the company officially confirmed the arrival of the Galaxy A07 5G, aimed squarely at budget-conscious buyers looking for modern features without stretching their wallets.
Set to launch in the first week of February, the Galaxy A07 5G brings a large 6.7-inch HD+ display with a smooth 120Hz refresh rate and up to 800 nits brightness. With added two-step tempered glass protection, Samsung is clearly focusing on both performance and everyday durability.
Design and build: light, neat and durable
At 7.6mm and 184g, the A07 feels unusually slim for its class. The fiberglass-reinforced polymer body keeps weight down while feeling solid in hand. Flat edges and soft corners make one-handed use easy; the pill-shaped dual-camera module sits unobtrusively on a matte, fingerprint-resistant back.
Color options—Green, Light Purple and Black—lean youthful without being gimmicky. The IP54 dust and water resistance is a practical bonus; in everyday Indian conditions, that durability matters more than a glossy finish.
Screen and everyday viewing
The 6.7-inch IPS LCD runs at HD+ (720 × 1600) and a 90Hz refresh rate. The resolution won’t wow anyone, but the smoother 90Hz interaction beats the usual 60Hz in this price band and makes scrolling and UI animations feel clean.
Peak brightness of 480 nits is adequate for most outdoor use, and Panda 1681 tempered glass helps keep scratches at bay. If you’re picky about pixel density or want a high-res display for streaming, this is where the A07 divides opinion—many will accept the trade-off for battery and price, some won’t.
Performance and software: steady, not showy
Under the hood is the MediaTek Helio G99 (6nm) with a Mali-G57 MC2 GPU. The chip is well-tuned to handle daily tasks, light gaming at medium settings, and multitasking without drama—AnTuTu sits around ~395,363.
Software is Android 15 with One UI 7, and here Samsung makes a compelling case: six OS updates and six years of security updates. That long-term support is rare at this price and shifts the buying decision from short-term specs to long-term value. Security features like Samsung Knox Vault add genuine reassurance.
Cameras: reliable shots when light is kind
The rear setup is simple: a 50MP main (f/1.8) and a 2MP depth sensor. In daylight the main sensor captures sharp, detailed images and portrait shots have decent bokeh courtesy of the depth sensor.
Low-light performance and advanced AI photography features aren’t the A07’s strong suit, but the basics—daytime snaps, social-ready images, and video calls—are covered. The 8MP front camera is competent for selfies and video chats, nothing more.
Battery and charging: endurance-first approach
A 5000mAh battery is the headline here—expect a full day and often two days of light use. Combined with the efficient Helio G99, real-world endurance is a standout.
25W fast charging via USB-C shortens top-ups, but note the charger isn’t included in the box. For buyers who prize longevity and minimal charging anxiety, the A07 delivers precisely what matters.
Who should buy the Galaxy A07?
This is the phone for students, first-time buyers, and anyone who needs a dependable secondary device. If you want a clean software experience, long-term updates, solid battery life, and a lightweight body, pick the A07 without guilt.
This choice won’t please users who insist on 5G, high-res displays, or flagship-level cameras—if those are must-haves, alternatives such as the OPPO Reno14 F 5G or Xiaomi Redmi 13 make better sense. Consider the A07 if your priority is longevity, everyday reliability, and a brand-backed software promise.
Final verdict
Samsung’s Galaxy A07 doesn’t try to be everything; it chooses a few realistic strengths and executes them well. For a phone in the ₹15,999–₹17,999 bracket, the long software support, durable design, and class-leading battery life make it a rational, low-stress buy.
If you want future-proofing and a phone that simply works day after day, the A07 is a very sensible, no-nonsense pick this year.
Tanu is a technology content writer at gemch.in who tracks smartphone launches, features, and pricing trends. She writes user-focused articles that explain what matters most in everyday smartphone use.