New Delhi: Samsung is preparing to expand its budget smartphone lineup with the launch of the Samsung Galaxy A18 4G. Ahead of its official debut, the upcoming handset has appeared on the Geekbench benchmarking platform, revealing several key specifications. According to the listing, the smartphone could debut with Android 17 and a MediaTek Helio G99 processor.
Geekbench Listing Reveals Key Specifications
The Samsung Galaxy A18 4G, expected to succeed the Galaxy A17, has been listed on Geekbench under the model number SM-A185F.
According to the benchmark listing:
- Single-core score: 738
- Multi-core score: 2,025
- Processor: MediaTek Helio G99 (MT6789)
- Operating System: Android 17
The listing suggests that Samsung may ship the budget smartphone with the latest version of Android out of the box.
Expected Price in India
Since the Galaxy A18 will be a 4G smartphone, Samsung is expected to position it in the affordable segment.
Reports suggest the handset could be launched in India at a price of around ₹15,000. However, the company has not officially confirmed the pricing or launch date.
More Affordable Samsung Phones on the Way
Alongside the Galaxy A18 4G, Samsung is reportedly preparing to launch three more budget smartphones:
- Samsung Galaxy A08 4G
- Samsung Galaxy M08
- Samsung Galaxy F08
These devices were recently spotted on the FCC certification platform, indicating support for:
- GSM
- WCDMA
- LTE
- Bluetooth
- FM Radio
- Dual-band Wi-Fi
Meanwhile, the Galaxy A08 has also appeared on the Wi-Fi Alliance certification website with the model number SM-A805F/DS. It is expected to arrive as the successor to the Galaxy A07 4G.
Galaxy A07 Specifications
For reference, the Samsung Galaxy A07 4G, launched in India last year, features:
| Feature | Specification |
|---|---|
| Display | 6.74-inch HD+, 90Hz |
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G99 |
| Battery | 5,000mAh |
| Rear Camera | 50MP Dual Camera |
| Front Camera | 8MP |
| Price | ₹8,999 |
With the Galaxy A18 4G appearing on Geekbench, Samsung is expected to announce the device officially in the coming weeks, further strengthening its presence in the affordable smartphone segment.
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