Samsung Galaxy A90 5G review

The Samsung Galaxy A90 5G is a real test for the appeal of 5G versus a world-class camera. And having tried 5G across London, we think there’s currently more fun to be had with a killer multi-lens snapper than (occasionally) faster mobile internet. This phone looks and feels like an A-list phone, and runs like one too thanks to its ultra-high-end processor. But bits like the temperamental fingerprint scanner and B-grade cameras make us cringe when we’re spending nearly £700, 5G or not. Still, if 5G has become an obsession, this is one of the less bank balance-destroying ways to get started with it.

It has 5G; Big, bold screen; Plenty of power;

Fingerprint scanner kinda sucks; Cameras are a way off the £650-plus standard; You may be disappointed by 5G right now; No headphone port;

Samsung Galaxy A90 5G review

The A90 5G feels like a flagship in most of the ways that matter - slick design, fast specs, and a whopping big display - and the omissions mostly make sense too - wireless charging, waterproofing, and curved edges are the sort of nice-to-haves that most can live without. If your priority is getting a 5G phone and you don’t mind a slightly limited camera, the A90 is a solid and affordable-ish option. But if you can live with 4G for another couple of years, you can find better phones for less from other manufacturers.

Samsung Galaxy A90 5G Review

The Galaxy A90 5G is a very competent 5G phone that ticks all the right boxes when it comes to hardware and functionality. The design is a little bland, but it has all the graphical grunt you’ll need to play the most demanding games on Android and the screen remains one of the best you’ll find on a phone this price. The camera isn’t industry leading, but it’ll do the job for most people.

5G that won't break the bank; Excellent, big AMOLED screen;

Design is a little bland; 5G connectivity not available in most places;

Samsung Galaxy A90 5G review review

It has 5G; Big, bold screen; Plenty of power;

Fingerprint scanner kinda sucks; Cameras are a way off the £650-plus standard; You may be disappointed by 5G right now; No headphone port;