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Samsung Galaxy S Light Luxury

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Overview

Samsung Galaxy S Light Luxury is a budget Android smartphone released in 2018 with a 5.8-inch Super AMOLED, Snapdragon 660 chipset, 16 main camera, and 3000 mAh battery.

The device runs One UI with features like Galaxy AI and Samsung DeX. Priced at $0, it targets users seeking budget performance.

Specifications of Samsung Galaxy S Light Luxury

The display of Samsung Galaxy S Light Luxury measures 5.8 inches with Super AMOLED technology. Peak brightness reaches 600 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 1080x2220 pixels resolution.

Size
5.8 inches
Type
Super AMOLED
Resolution
1080x2220 pixels
Refresh Rate
60Hz
Peak Brightness
600 nits
HDR
HDR10

The camera system of Samsung Galaxy S Light Luxury features 1 rear cameras: 16 main, 8MP ultrawide, 8MP telephoto. Optical zoom reaches 2x for detailed distant shots. Video recording supports up to 2160p.

Main Sensor
16
Camera Count
1 cameras
Ultrawide
8MP, FOV: 120°
Telephoto
8MP, 2x optical zoom
Max Video
2160p

The battery of Samsung Galaxy S Light Luxury has 3000mAh capacity with 15 wired charging. Wireless charging supports 10. A full charge takes approximately 120 min minutes.

Capacity
3000mAh
Wired Charging
15
Wireless Charging
10
Full Charge Time
120 min minutes

The performance of Samsung Galaxy S Light Luxury is powered by the Snapdragon 660 chipset with Adreno 512 GPU.

Chipset
Snapdragon 660
CPU
Octa-core (4x2.2 GHz Kryo 260 Gold & 4x1.8 GHz Kryo 260 Silver)
GPU
Adreno 512

The memory of Samsung Galaxy S Light Luxury offers 4GB RAM with 64GB storage options. RAM uses LPDDR4X technology. Storage is 64GB 4GB RAM. Storage can be expanded via microSD card.

RAM Options
4GB
Storage Options
64GB
RAM Type
LPDDR4X
Storage Type
64GB 4GB RAM
Expandable
Yes

The connectivity of Samsung Galaxy S Light Luxury includes Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, and Bluetooth 5.0. NFC is supported for contactless payments.

Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
Bluetooth
5.0
NFC
Yes

The build of Samsung Galaxy S Light Luxury weighs 150.0g with Aluminum frame and Glass back. Water and dust resistance is rated IP68. Dimensions measure 148.9 x 68.1 x 8 mm (5.86 x 2.68 x 0.31 in).

Dimensions
148.9 x 68.1 x 8 mm (5.86 x 2.68 x 0.31 in)
Weight
150.0g
Frame
Aluminum
Back
Glass
IP Rating
IP68

The software of Samsung Galaxy S Light Luxury runs Android 8.0 (Oreo) with One UI. Software support extends 2 years through 2028.

OS
Android 8.0 (Oreo)
Update Policy
2 years

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Frequently Asked Questions about Samsung Galaxy S Light Luxury

Samsung Galaxy S Light Luxury has a 16 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.

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Samsung Galaxy S Light Luxury with Snapdragon 660 can handle casual gaming. For intensive gaming, consider phones with flagship chipsets.

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Samsung Galaxy S Light Luxury receives 2 years of updates through 2028. Consider this when planning long-term device usage.

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Yes, Samsung Galaxy S Light Luxury is water resistant with IP68 rating. It can withstand submersion in 1.5 meters of fresh water for 30 minutes. Avoid saltwater and high-pressure water.

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Samsung Galaxy S Light Luxury has a 3000mAh battery. Battery life varies based on usage patterns.

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Samsung Galaxy S Light Luxury at $0 is a budget device. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.

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Samsung Galaxy S Light Luxury supports 15 wired charging with full charge in approximately 120 min minutes. Wireless charging supports 10.

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Samsung Galaxy S Light Luxury is available in 64GB storage options. Storage can be expanded via microSD card for additional capacity.

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Samsung Galaxy S Light Luxury has a 5.8-inch Super AMOLED with 60Hz refresh rate and 600 nits peak brightness. HDR support includes HDR10.

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Verdict

The Samsung Galaxy S Light Luxury delivers practical value for users prioritizing affordability over premium features. Pick this phone for essential smartphone functionality, if you prioritize affordability while still needing core features.

Key Specifications

Display

5.8"

Main Camera

16

Chipset

Snapdragon 660

Full Specifications

Network

TechnologyGSM / CDMA / HSPA / LTE
2G BandsGSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G BandsHSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100
4G LTE Bands1, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41
5G Sub-6 BandsN/A
5G mmWave BandsN/A
SpeedN/A
Carrier Aggregation4x4-mimo
SIMNano-SIM
Dual SIM ModeDual SIM
eSIM Support
VoLTE SupportN/A
VoWiFiN/A
NR CA SupportN/A

Launch

Announced2018
StatusDiscontinued
AvailabilityN/A
Model VariantsN/A
Launch PriceN/A

Body & Design

Dimensions (mm)148.9 x 68.1 x 8 mm (5.86 x 2.68 x 0.31 in)
Weight (g)150.0
Build MaterialsGlass front (Gorilla Glass 5), glass back (Gorilla Glass 5), aluminum frame
FrameAluminum
Back FinishGlass
Colors["Burgundy Red", "Black Night"]
IP RatingIP68
Rugged CertificationsN/A
Ingress GasketsN/A
Form FactorBar
Hinge TypeN/A
Folded DimensionsN/A
Thermal Solutionpassive-cooling
Notification/Alert
HapticsBasic

Display

Panel TypeSuper AMOLED
Size (inches)5.8
Resolution (px)1080x2220 pixels
Aspect Ratio3:5
Pixel Density (ppi)146
Screen-to-body Ratio (%)84.2
Refresh Rate (Hz)60
Adaptive Refresh Rate
Touch Sampling Rate (Hz)120
Peak Brightness (nits)600
HDR StandardsHDR10
Color Gamuts-rgb
Color Depth16
PWM Dimming (Hz)240
Glass ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 5
Oleophobic CoatingN/A
CurvatureFlat
Always-on Display
Display Driver ICN/A
Cover DisplayN/A

Platform (SoC)

OS at LaunchAndroid 8.0 (Oreo)
Update Policy2 years
ChipsetSnapdragon 660
CPUOcta-core (4x2.2 GHz Kryo 260 Gold & 4x1.8 GHz Kryo 260 Silver)
GPUAdreno 512
NPU/AI TOPs5 TOPS
ISP Featuresdual-camera-support
Modemsnapdragon-x12
Wi-Fi/Bluetooth ChipN/A
Throttling BehaviorN/A
Geekbench Single-CoreN/A
Geekbench Multi-CoreN/A
AnTuTu ScoreN/A
3DMark ScoresN/A

Memory & Storage

RAM4GB
RAM TypeLPDDR4X
Storage64GB
Storage Type64GB 4GB RAM
Storage Speedufs-2.1
Expandable Storage
Slot TypemicroSD
USB OTG
Filesystem Encryption

Main Camera System

Rear Cameras1
Main Sensor16
Main Sensor Size1/2.8
Main Sensor Models5k3p3
Main Lensf/1.7, 26mm
OIS
Autofocusphase-detection
Pixel Binning4-in-1
Ultrawide8MP, FOV: 120°
Telephoto8MP, 2x optical zoom
Macro5
Depth/ToF/LiDAR
Flicker/Color SensorsN/A
FlashDual-LED
Video Resolution2160p
HDR/Dolby Vision Video
Video Codecsh.264,h.265
Slow Motion720p@240fps
Video StabilizationEIS
Night Mode Features
RAW/Pro ControlsN/A

Selfie Camera

ResolutionN/A
Sensor Size1/3.2
Aperturef/1.9
AF/OISN/A
Secondary Front Cam
Front Flashscreen-flash
Video1080p@30fps
HDR/Dolby VisionN/A
Face Unlock2D

Audio

Loudspeakers
3.5mm Jack
Hi-Res Audio
Spatial Audio / Dolby Atmos
Microphones2
Bluetooth Codecsaac,aptx
DAC/Ampbuilt-in-dac

Connectivity

Wi-FiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
Wi-Fi FeaturesWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth5.0
NFC
IR Blaster
UWBN/A
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO
Dual-Band GNSS
FM Radio
USBUSB Type-C 2.0
Display Out
eSIM Capacity

Sensors

Fingerprint SensorRear-mounted
3D Face IDN/A
Accelerometer
Gyroscope
Magnetometer
Proximity Sensor
Ambient LightN/A
Barometer
Thermo/HygrometerN/A
UV SensorN/A
Hall Sensor
Color Temp Sensor
Health Sensorsheart-rate-monitor
Satellite SOS

Battery & Charging

Capacity (mAh)3000
TypeLi-Ion 3000 mAh, non-removable (11.55 Wh)
Removable
Endurance RatingN/A
Wired Charging15
Wired Standardadaptive-fast-charging
0-50% Time (mins)60 min
Full Charge Time120 min
Wireless Charging10
Wireless StandardQi
Reverse WirelessN/A
Reverse Wired
Charger in Box15w-charger
Battery Health Featuresadaptive-charging

Software

OS at LaunchAndroid 8.0 (Oreo)
Update Window2 years
UI Skin / LauncherN/A
Feature DropsN/A
App CloningN/A
Game Mode
Privacy FeaturesBasic
Accessibilityandroid-accessibility
Satellite Messaging UI

Miscellaneous

In-Box Contentsphone,charger,cable,manual
Recycled Materials (%)N/A
Repairability ScoreN/A
WarrantyN/A

Reviews & Ratings

4.6

186 ratings

5 star
120
4 star
45
3 star
11
2 star
5
1 star
5

Showing 3 of 186 reviews

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Alex R.

2 weeks ago

Absolutely love the camera on this phone! The zoom is incredible and the photos are so crisp. Battery life is also a huge plus.

B

Ben C.

1 month ago

Great performance and beautiful display. My only complaint is that it feels a bit heavy, but you get used to it. Solid phone overall.

C

Chloe D.

3 months ago

The best phone I've ever owned. It's fast, the software is clean, and the build quality is top-notch. Highly recommend!

Review

Samsung Galaxy S Light Luxury Review: Solid Performance for the Price

6.4/10
Good

Our comprehensive review of the Samsung Galaxy S Light Luxury covers display quality, camera performance, battery life, and overall value. A solid choice in its price segment.

(3.2 stars)
Pros
  • + Wireless charging support
  • + IP68 water and dust resistance
Cons
  • - Performance may struggle with demanding tasks
  • - Camera performance is average

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