Samsung Galaxy F54 5G review: Cameras shine, design falls short

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Mid-range smartphones are more complex than we generally expect them to be! These smartphones work like a bridge between flagship premium phones and budget devices. In effect, they have to appeal to a finicky market segment. They are affordable for what they have to offer and yet manage to carry some of the premium features to lure buyers. This is the recipe for Samsung's latest F-series version, the Galaxy F54 5G and it is priced under Rs. 30000. The F54 has a lot to offer for that money, but does it manage to impress? Is it just a new camera smartphone? After using it for a couple of weeks as my primary smartphone, here is what its real-life usage was all about.

While the Galaxy F54 follows Samsung's design philosophy of premium smartphones, it sets itself apart with a unique shiny metallic-silver appearance on the rear. When light falls on it, the surface showcases a mesmerizing array of rainbow colours. For some reason, Samsung picked this visually striking design choice even though it deviates from the recent matte-premium feel seen in the Galaxy A34 and A54.

Notably, the glossy back of the Galaxy F54 attracts plenty of smudges. Not just that, in these two weeks, the plastic back got a slew of scratches. Long-lasting? I doubt it, unless you add a protective case. Also, the phone lacks an IP rating for water and dust resistance, which is disappointing considering its price. On a positive note, I liked its round edges which make it comfortable to use.

No complaints here! As usual, Samsung delivers a seamless viewing experience with its 6.7-inch sAMOLED+ display. The immersive colours and wide viewing angles make the experience rich for various activities, be it watching movies or playing games. The 120Hz refresh rate