The Samsung Galaxy A10e ($179.99) looks like a winner. It’s a small, handsome phone that feels good in the hand. But a phone can't succeed on looks alone. And from lackluster performance to underwhelming media capabilities, the A10e leave a lot to be desired. For the same price, the Motorola Moto G7 Power offers superior hardware for a better experience all around.Design, Display, and Durability The Samsung Galaxy A10e is simple but attractive. At just 5.8 by 2.7 by 0.3 inches (HWD) and 5.0 ounces, it’s small, light, and comfortable to handle. There’s a teardrop notch for the camera on the front and a chunky bottom bezel, but the proportions work well so it doesn’t look cheap. The front of the phone is dominated by a 5.8-inch LCD. Resolution comes in at 1,560 by 720, for a respectable density of 296 pixels per inch. The screen is bright and colors are vivid, making it good for videos and other casual use. The back is constructed of a glossy blue polycarbonate. There’s a sin...
The budget-friendly Samsung Galaxy A10e looks good, but it falls behind other affordable Android phones on a number of other fronts.
Attractive design; Solid battery life
Lackluster performance; Poor audio quality; Spotty camera performance; No fingerprint sensor or waterproofing