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Samsung Galaxy S22 vs Category Average

Verdict

Our overall take, at a glance

Key takeaways

  • Samsung Galaxy S22 leads Category Average overall by 66 points (66 vs 0 out of 100).
  • Samsung Galaxy S22 stands out on Display Refresh rate: 120 Hz, Display Screen-to-body ratio: 87.5%, Display technology: Dynamic AMOLED 2X.
Samsung Galaxy S22 leads overall
$799 at launch
Why it stands out
  • Display Refresh rate: 120 Hz
  • Display Screen-to-body ratio: 87.5%
  • Display technology: Dynamic AMOLED 2X

In-depth analysisAI

AI-generated from the cited sources — may be incomplete or inaccurate; verify important details before deciding · generated Jun 2026.

Samsung Galaxy S22

The Samsung Galaxy S22 series was released in 2022 and consists of models including the regular, Plus, Ultra, and a smaller core device. It is marketed as a premium smartphone offering flagship features for its time.

Best for primary smartphone useBest for users preferring a compact size
Pros
  • Features an armor aluminum frame with Gorilla Glass Victus+ on both the front and back
  • The display measures 6.1 inches and has a 120Hz refresh rate, providing smooth animations
  • It includes IP68 rated water and dust resistance
  • The dedicated ultrasonic fingerprint reader is reliable for waking the device
  • The camera setup included a 50-megapixel main sensor and three times optical telephoto lens
Cons
  • The design featured some curved sides compared to newer devices (Source 4)
  • A performance throttling controversy was noted in early reports (Source 1)
Source
  • Samsung Galaxy S22 - WikipediaWikipedia entry detailing the initial release, models (S22/S22+/S22 Ultra), and general features.
Video — reviews used (3)

Review focusing on the compact S22 model's design, flat display, and specific capabilities like brightness levels.

Generated Jun 28, 2026

Performance

Higher benchmark score = faster

Samsung Galaxy S22813,961
Category Average1,281,457
See the raw benchmark values →

Benchmark score — a measured indicator of raw performance, not a guarantee of real-world speed.

Battery capacity

Larger cell — a hardware spec, not battery life

Samsung Galaxy S223,700 mAh
Category Average4,740 mAh

Capacity is the raw battery size. Real-world battery life depends just as much on the processor, software and display.

Physical Comparison

Weigh them up, then compare real dimensions in 3D

169 g199 g
Samsung Galaxy S22Category Average

Category Average is 30 g (18%) heavier than Samsung Galaxy S22.

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Detailed Specifications

The full spec sheet, side by side

Chip

Feature
Samsung Galaxy S22
Category Average
Model
Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5

Memory

Feature
Samsung Galaxy S22
Category Average
RAM capacity
8 GB
10 GB
Memory technology

Storage

Feature
Samsung Galaxy S22
Category Average
Storage capacity
128 GB
263 GB
Is expandable
No
No

Display

Feature
Samsung Galaxy S22
Category Average
Size
6.06 in
6.5 in
Resolution
1080 × 2340 px
1227 × 2653 px
Pixel density
425 PPI
448 PPI
Refresh rate
120 Hz
111 Hz
Display technology
Protection
Has pen support
Yes
No
Screen-to-body ratio
87%87%

Rear Camera

Feature
Samsung Galaxy S22
Category Average
Rear camera (megapixels)
50 MP
58 MP
Rear camera aperture
1.8
1.8
Optical zoom
3
5.7
Has High Dynamic Range (HDR)
Yes
Yes
Has Optical Image Stabilization (OIS)
Yes
Yes
Number of cameras
3
3
Other cameras
12MP Ultra Wide ƒ/2.2
8MP Ultra Wide f2.2

Front Camera

Feature
Samsung Galaxy S22
Category Average
Front camera (megapixels)
10 MP
20 MP
Front camera aperture
2.2
2.2

Cellular

Feature
Samsung Galaxy S22
Category Average
Cellular technology
SIM type
Has dual-sim support
Yes
Yes

Connectivity

Feature
Samsung Galaxy S22
Category Average
Bluetooth technology
Wi-Fi technology
Connector
Has a headphone jack
No
No

Sensors

Feature
Samsung Galaxy S22
Category Average
Has a NFC sensor
Yes
Yes
Has an accelerometer sensor
Yes
Yes
Has a gyroscope sensor
Yes
Yes
Has a magnetic field sensor
Yes
Yes
Has an atmospheric pressure sensor
Yes
Yes
Has a GPS sensor
Yes
Yes

Design & Weight

Feature
Samsung Galaxy S22
Category Average
Color
Dimensions
7.06 × 14.6 × 0.76 cm
7.55 × 15.73 × 0.82 cm
Weight
169 g
199 g

Power & Battery

Feature
Samsung Galaxy S22
Category Average
Battery capacity
3,700 mAh
4,740 mAh
Has wireless charging support
Yes
Yes
Has fast charging support
Yes
Yes

Benchmark

Feature
Samsung Galaxy S22
Category Average
Antutu score
813,961
1,281,457
Geekbench single-core score
1,045
1,867
Geekbench multi-core score
3,015
5,205

Miscellaneous

Feature
Samsung Galaxy S22
Category Average
Release date
February 25, 2022
September 22, 2023
SAR (Head)
1.03 W/kg
1 W/kg
SAR (Body)
1.15 W/kg
1.1 W/kg
Dust & Water resistance
Operating system
Android 12
Android 12

Security

Feature
Samsung Galaxy S22
Category Average
Has a fingerprint scanner
Yes
Yes
Has an advanced face scanner
No
No

Specification Note

Specifications are compiled from official manufacturer data and other reliable internet sources. Some features may vary by region or model configuration.

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