Samsung Galaxy S22+ now available for Rs 49,999, but should you buy it?

Launched in 2022, the Samsung Galaxy S22+ is a flagship device powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 chipset.

It comes with a 120Hz 6.6-inch AMOLED screen with Gorilla Glass Victus+ protection. The display is viewable even under direct sunlight.

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Unlike other phones in the Rs 50,000 segment, the Galaxy S22+ offers IP68 water and dust resistance, which makes it a great buy for those who spend time outdoors.

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It comes with OneUI based on Android 12 out of the box and will get 4 years of OS updates and 5 years of security patches.

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The base variant of the Galaxy S22+ comes with 128GB internal storage and 8GB RAM.

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Samsung Galaxy S22+ packs a 50MP primary camera that takes good photos even in low light. The 10MP telephoto and 12MP ultrawide can capture good shots as well.

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It packs a 4,500mAh battery that should last a day on moderate usage and supports 45W wired charging and 15W wireless charging.

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If you want a phone that performs on all fronts, the Galaxy S22+ is one of the best phones you can buy for Rs 50,000.

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