5G has begun rolling out and it’s now available in major parts of the country. This next-generation networking technology delivers faster transmission speeds, making downloading large amounts of data a matter of seconds. Gaming is smoother, thanks to lowered latency. Early adopters often have to pay a premium price for next-gen technology but thanks to devices like the Samsung Galaxy M13, that won’t be the case. This is Samsung’s first affordable 5G device that delivers performance with Samsung’s long-know reliability. It comes when 5G is getting stronger, but how well does it stand against other entry-range smartphones?
The Samsung Galaxy M13 is a dual-SIM budget 5G smartphone that helps delivers super-fast internet speeds. Samsung has introduced features like Auto Data Switching, so you can seamlessly hop from one network to another without interrupting downloads. The phone runs the MediaTek Dimensity 700 CPU. This processor has previously powered many mid-range devices, so you can expect a solid performance. It should smoothly handle everyday social media apps like Facebook and Instagram while running multiple tabs on browsers like Google Chrome.
The M13 5G is made available in two variants. The base model comes with 4 GB of RAM and 64 GB of internal storage. The top-tier variant has 6 GB of RAM and 64 GB of internal storage. The device also supports Samsung’s RAM Plus features that can add up to 12 GB of virtual RAM using internal storage. This feature should come in very handy, especially when play games or edit videos on this device. The SIM tray of this device also has a dedicated slot for a microSD card, supporting storage expansion of up to 1TB. For wireless internet at work or home, the phone has provision for Wi-Fi 802.11ac. There is also Bluetooth 5.0 on board for seamless wireless connectivity to audio devices.
The Samsung Galaxy M13 5G comes with a large 6.5-inch HD+ display. It uses an IPS LCD panel, ensuring accurate colours for a natural-looking content-watching experience. The large display is also perfect for going through PDFs, web pages and mails. Samsung says its 400 nits of brightness is enough to make the display legible even outdoors. The display runs a 90 Hz refresh rate that translates into a smoother UI experience. It also makes the gaming experience more fluid and responsive. Samsung has also taken care durability of the screen. It comes with Gorilla Glass 3 protection making it resistant to scratches.
The Samsung galaxy M13 5G is a well-designed phone. Despite its large capacity battery, it is 8.8 mm thin and weighs only 195 grams. This lightweight and thin nature offer easy single-handed usage. The rounded edges of this device add further comfort, especially while holding the device horizontally during gaming. Samsung also promises solid durability with this device. It uses a polycarbonate body which should easily take on everyday bumps and accidental falls. Samsung says the device’s matte finish also helps to keep fingerprints away.
The M13 5G comes with a side-mounted fingerprint sensor, which is fast and easy to access. The phone also supports face unlocking using the front camera. You can choose the M13 5G in three colours – Midnight Blue, Stardust Brown, and Aqua Green. The phone has a massive 5,000 mAH battery promising an all-day battery life under heavy usage. It ships with a 15 W charger for quick recharging.
The M13 also comes with a solid camera configuration. Its 50 MP primary camera has an f/1.8 aperture. Samsung says the camera can capture detailed pictures while maintaining natural colours. The phone also comes with a 2 MP depth sensor for portrait photographs. The device shoots full HD videos at 30 fps. For selfies, the M13 5G comes with a 5 MP camera offering a wide-angle field of view, so you can fit more people in one frame. The front camera can also record full HD videos at 30 fps, which is good enough for recording casual travel vlogs.
The Samsung M13 5G runs the latest Android 12 OS. It uses Samsung’s UI Core 4.0, a streamlined version of OneUI for budget Galaxy devices. Samsung says the updated UI offers more stability and is less CPU-intensive, resulting in improved battery life. It also offers features like One-Handed Mode, Focus Mode and Digital Well-being. The device also supports the Samsung Knox Security feature that ensures your data is encrypted, even in the event of theft or loss. Samsung promises up to two years of OS updates and four years of security updates, making the M13 5G a solid future-ready device.
The Samsung Galaxy M13 is an excellent and reliable budget 5G smartphone, that packs in powerful hardware, capable of handling everyday apps and games smoothly. The phone is well-constructed, and its long-term software support also makes it a winner among budget smartphones. The Samsung M13 5G is priced at Rs. 13,999* and is available at www.reliancedigital.in. You can also buy the device from your nearest Reliance Digital store.
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