The Samsung Galaxy A31, released on April 27, 2020, offers a blend of modern design, robust performance, and enhanced camera capabilities suitable for various user needs.

Design and Build Quality

With dimensions of 159.3 x 73.1 x 8.6 mm and weighing 185 grams, the Galaxy A31 features a glass front (Gorilla Glass 5), a plastic back, and a plastic frame, available in Prism Crush Black, Prism Crush Blue, Prism Crush Red, and Prism Crush White colors.

Network and Connectivity

Supporting dual Nano-SIM with dual stand-by, the Galaxy A31 covers 2G, 3G, and 4G LTE bands, ensuring reliable connectivity options worldwide.

Display

The Galaxy A31 boasts a 6.4-inch Super AMOLED display with a resolution of 1080 x 2400 pixels (~411 PPI density) and supports 16M colors. It features a 90Hz refresh rate and includes Always-on display functionality for convenient glanceable information.

Software and User Interface

Running on Android 10.0 with OneUI 2.0, the Galaxy A31 provides a smooth and intuitive user experience with enhanced features and optimizations.

Hardware and Performance

Powered by the Mediatek Helio P65 SoC, an octa-core processor (2×2.0 GHz Cortex-A75 & 6×1.7 GHz Cortex-A55), and Mali-G52 MC2 GPU, the Galaxy A31 ensures efficient multitasking and gaming performance. It comes with 4GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage, expandable up to 512GB via a dedicated microSDXC slot.

Camera Capabilities

The Galaxy A31 features a versatile quad-camera setup on the rear, including a 48 MP wide-angle lens with PDAF, an 8 MP ultrawide lens (13mm), a 5 MP macro lens, and a 5 MP depth sensor. The front camera is 20 MP, supporting HDR and video recording at 1080p@30fps, ensuring high-quality selfies and video calls.

Media and Connectivity Features

Equipped with a 3.5mm audio jack, the Galaxy A31 supports various audio and video formats. Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 with A2DP and LE, GPS with A-GPS, GLONASS, and BDS support, USB Type-C 2.0 with USB On-The-Go, and NFC for convenient wireless transactions.

Battery and Charging

The Galaxy A31 is powered by a 5000 mAh non-removable battery with support for fast charging at 15W, ensuring extended usage without frequent recharging.

Performance Benchmarks

With an AnTuTu benchmark score of 152,476, the Galaxy A31 supports HD graphics, achieving 60 fps on games like PUBG Mobile and Call of Duty: Mobile, providing smooth gaming experiences.