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Introducing the Samsung Galaxy A7 (2017) SM-A720F/DS (SM-A720FZKDSER), available in Black color with 32GB of built-in memory.

The updated A-series from Samsung received a premium design, similar to the flagship S7, with a glass body on both sides framed by a metal frame at the ends. For the first time, all smartphones in this series are dust and waterproof. Protection standard IP68 (Protection from water when immersed in fresh water to a depth of 1.5 m for up to 30 minutes). What else is new in the Samsung Galaxy A7 (2017)?

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The eldest smartphone in the line has undergone the most changes. As noted above, the 2017 A7 received a more technologically advanced design. The front of the case is formed by a panel made of 2.5D glass, the back panel is made of 3D glass, and the edges are protected by a metal frame. Now the smartphone is protected from dust and moisture. It will especially appeal to fans of smartphones with large screens; now the screen has become even larger. In addition to the design and enlarged display, the gadget received modern technical stuffing: a new, more productive processor, an improved main and selfie camera, changed wired and wireless connection parameters, retained the ability to expand the memory and increased the maximum possible capacity of the memory card. The device itself has slightly increased in size - 156.8 x 77.6 x 7.9 mm versus 151.5 x 74.1 x 7.3 mm for the 2016 A7, while the battery capacity has been increased and the power consumption of the device has been reduced. The manufacturer also promises many intuitive software features that will take the use of the Samsung Galaxy A7 (2017) to a new level.

Display

Perhaps the main thing that catches your eye besides the new design is its display. The smartphone screen has increased in size from 5.5 to 5.7 inches. The screen is made using Super AMOLED technology, which produces a rich, contrasting picture. Also, do not forget about the deep black color, excellent viewing angles and several preset profiles, with the help of which everyone can customize the image to suit themselves. The resolution is 1920 x 1080 pixels (FullHD). So, nothing prevents you from enjoying a high-quality picture under any conditions. And all this is protected by 2.5D Gorilla Glass 4 with an oleophobic coating, which will protect the display not only from scratches, but also from dirt and fingerprints. By the way, you will have to touch the smartphone screen less, because... it has an Always-on Display function, thanks to which all the necessary information is always on the screen.

Cameras

The main and front cameras have a resolution of 16 megapixels. The rear camera is equipped with phase detection autofocus and a Light+ sensor, as well as a built-in flash. Both cameras support HDR technology, which allows you to capture high-quality images with vibrant colors, even in difficult conditions. It is possible to record video in Full HD format (1920 x 1080 pixels) at 30 frames per second and stereo sound. For the most successful shots, you can apply one of the 16 built-in filters or use the “Food” mode. Setting up the camera is completely simple and intuitive. Selfie lovers will be pleased with the updated 16 megapixel front camera with the ability to install the shutter button anywhere on the display. The display itself acts as a flash.

Processor and memory

The new version of the smartphone is equipped with an eight-core Samsung Exynos 7880 processor with a core frequency of 1.9 GHz (the 2016 version had an Exynos 7580 - 1.6 GHz). The device's RAM remains the same - 3 GB. The built-in memory can be expanded using a memory card with a maximum capacity of up to 256 GB. The memory card slot is separate.

Connection

Samsung Galaxy A7 (2017) SM-A720F/DS has two separate Nano-sim slots that can work simultaneously. The maximum possible Internet speed is up to 300 Mbit/s, thanks to LTE cat. 6. If there is no network, it is possible to connect via Wi-Fi. Communication between the smartphone and other devices and wearable electronics (smart watches, headphones, fitness bracelets, etc.) is ensured by Bluetooth 4.2. The following Bluetooth profiles are supported: A2DP, AVRCP, DI, HFP, HID, HOGP, HSP, MAP, OPP, PAN, PBAP. Built-in GPS and GLONASS modules will help you find a quick and accurate route. The wired connection in the 2017 A series is carried out via USB Type C. The manufacturer took care of users with accessories with a microUSB connector by including a USB Type C - microUSB adapter with the phone.

Nutrition

Samsung Galaxy A7 (2017) has an increased battery of 3600 mAh compared to its predecessor, versus 3300 mAh previously. In comparison with the SM-A710F/DS, the operating time on the Internet via 3G decreased by 1 hour - up to 13 hours, but at the same time, the operating time on the Internet via 4G increased by 2 hours from 14 hours to 16 hours. Video playback time increased significantly from 15:00 to 20:00 and talk time on 3G networks - from 17:00 to 23:00. The time spent on the network via Wi-Fi has not changed - up to 17:00, and the time for listening to music has increased from 78 to 94 hours when the screen is off . At the same time, the battery has the ability to quickly charge.

The new Samsung Galaxy A7 (2017) has retained all the charms of its predecessor, while receiving modern technical features, new cameras, protection from water and dust, and has become more autonomous when working in 4G networks and when using multimedia. Now it has become even easier and more comfortable to communicate, get impressions and share them with friends, enjoy content in any conditions.

The first smartphone of the Samsung brand with three front cameras is called Samsung Galaxy A7 2018 and differs from its competitors in its pleasant appearance, highly detailed cameras and productive hardware. If we talk about the matrix, it is represented by Super Amoled technology with a size of 6 inches, which makes it possible to comfortably watch videos or read. The configuration is a combination of an Exynos 7885 processor with 8 cores and 4.6 GB of RAM, which runs a large number of power-hungry applications, as well as games. Overall, we recommend the Samsung Galaxy A7 2018, but you shouldn’t expect anything special from the model’s triple camera. And so a bright representative of the brand with some significant advantages over competitors.

Samsung Galaxy A7 2018: specifications and price

Samsung Galaxy A7 2018: pros and cons

- Cameras. The main feature of the smartphone is the presence of three front cameras. Regarding the quality of photographs, there was no obvious jump, and it could not have happened since the gadget is positioned in the middle price segment. The camera is presented in a 24, 8, 5 megapixel unit. There is no optical stabilization, autofocus is only on the first. The front one is 24 megapixels. The camera images are highly detailed, but not the best;

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- Screen. The screen size of the Samsung Galaxy A7 2018 is 6 inches with a resolution of 2220x1080 and a pixel density of 410 ppi, which in itself is good. Plus, we have a modern aspect ratio of 18.5:9, which makes it possible to hold a rather large smartphone comfortably in your hands. Also, thanks to this size, it becomes comfortable to interact with any type of content;

- Matrix. It stands out for its realistic color reproduction, large viewing angles, and brightness margin. The matrix is ​​made using Super Amoled technology, which is recognized as the most advanced in the world;

- Productivity. The Samsung Exynos 7885 processor with 8 cores and 4.6 GB of RAM is responsible for the “hardware” part; in combination, it runs a huge amount of power-hungry software, as well as games, which is typical; the Mali-G71 is responsible for graphics processing. There are no questions about performance.

— Battery. The battery capacity is 3300 mAh, which, strictly speaking, allows you to use the device for a day, but no more. Declared support for fast charging;

- Additionally. NFC support. No moisture protection;

- Fingerprint's scanner. The fingerprint scanner is located in the smartphone's lock button on the side. Meizu has already implemented something similar;

Conclusion

A combination of a highly detailed matrix, productive hardware and a triple camera - this is the Samsung Galaxy A7 2018, which leaves behind a lot of pleasant impressions, therefore, we will recommend the gadget for a detailed and close acquaintance.

Pros:

1. Screen with Super AMOLED matrix;
2. Balanced configuration;
3. Positive reviews;
4. Triple camera;
5. NFC support;
6. Built-in fingerprint scanner on the side;
7. Manufacturer's shell;

Minuses:

1. No moisture protection;

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In 2017, the famous South Korean technology manufacturer Samsung decided to update its line of mid-range smartphones. It turned out quite well for them, I must say. Phones that previously quite reliably occupied the middle niche in the mobile technology market, after the update began to claim the role of budget flagships of a higher level. Let's see what characteristics are offered by the so-called senior A-series model - Samsung Galaxy A7 2017.

Main characteristics

First of all, it is worth noting that the older model assumes the greatest and best technological “package”. However, the developers did not spoil us too much. The equipment of the 2017 A7 model is very slightly superior to its younger colleague - the updated Samsung Galaxy A5. The main differences are the battery capacity and, of course, the screen size. Well, what else, exactly, should smartphones measure against?

Frame

It is quite noticeable that the Koreans sought to bring the A-line as close as possible to their more luxurious S-series relatives. The design of the updated A7 is in many ways similar to the Samsung Galaxy S7 - rounded edges, glass upholstery, minimalism, identical layout of keys and speakers. However, such imitation does not harm the appearance of the phone at all, but, on the contrary, gives it a more elegant and stylish look.

• The body of the updated model is covered with glass on both sides. The front is protected by 2.5D glass, while the back is protected by 3D coating. The edges are framed by an elegant metal rim.
• The phone measures 156.8 x 77.6mm and is almost 7.9mm thick. Weight is 144 g.
• The phone is available in several color variations: standard black, elegant gold, soft blue and pale pink.

Technical stuffing

Of course, even the updated A7 cannot compete with the luxury analogue of the Samsung Galaxy S7 in performance. However, you just have to remember for what niche the smartphone was developed. Galaxy A7 2017 is a good candidate for the title of flagship among mid-class phones, so its technical characteristics are quite decent.

It has a more powerful eight-core Exynos 7880 processor with a clock frequency of 1.9 GHz compared to the version of that year. The graphics rest on the “shoulders” of the three-core Mali-T830 chip.

Initially, the phone is installed with Android version 6.0 Marshmallow, but the developers guarantee to update the software to the next “sweetie” - Android 7.0 Nougat.

The user interface of the local sixth android uses the Grace UI graphical shell. Which, as you know, promises its users the ability to work in multi-window mode.

The processor of the new Galaxy A7 shows relatively good data when working with almost all tasks However, for resource-intensive programs, for example, for demanding games, the settings will have to be launched with lower graphics parameters
The GPU test shows very good results The results of the performance test of the updated processor are at the same level.
On other tests the device produces similar numbers

Screen

The 2017 version of the Samsung Galaxy A7 pleases us with an expanded Super AMOLED screen of 5.7 inches. The display resolution is 1080 x 1920 pixels per inch. Agree, a very standard characteristic for modern smartphones. However, the big plus is that the screen takes up about two-thirds of the entire front of the phone. The rest of the minimum is the mechanical “Home” control button, the “Return” and “Applications” invisible touchscreens, as well as the speaker, front camera, proximity sensor and the famous Samsung inscription.

It is important to note that the Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 has a screen calibration menu with a specific set of modes. Each of them demonstrates an impressive 100% color space coverage. Temperature, gamma and backlight also show extremely pleasing results.

The developers have taken care of optimizing the use of SIM cards

Now the smartphone has separate slots for both SIM cards and a memory card, which is very convenient

Memory

As for the available space on the phone, here too the updated version has undergone some changes. The phone's RAM remained at the same level - 3 GB, but the built-in memory has doubled and is now 32 GB versus 16 GB in last year's version. If we take into account the space occupied by system files, the available space in general will, of course, be several gigabytes less. However, in this case you can use microSD. Now the fresh Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 supports flash cards up to 256 GB instead of last year’s 128 GB. So even the most kilobyte-intensive users will not be offended.

Battery

Now the latest brainchild of the South Korean developer also has a more powerful Li-Po battery - 3600 mAh versus last year’s 3300 mAh. In addition, the phone has Samsung Adaptive Fast Charging. Due to it, the manufacturer promises to reduce the time spent on battery restoration to one and a half hours.

In offline mode, your phone will work for as much as 380 hours (which, in terms of a day, promises us an incredible almost 16 days). The device will work for 18 hours in talk mode, listening to music can last up to 48 hours, and watching videos - up to 9. But the phone still does not have wireless charging. Even though this is the older model of the line.

Other "goodies"

The smartphone also supports the Always On Display function, which means that notifications, clock and date are displayed on its screen even in inactive mode.

There is no longer a need to endlessly turn on your phone and check notifications. Now all important notifications (as well as the clock, calendar, etc.) are visible even in offline mode

This option consumes little energy and looks quite stylish.

This year's updated line of Samsung Galaxy A smartphones can also boast that its body is made according to the IP68 standard and is now reliably protected from moisture and dust. You can absolutely easily get your phone wet in the pouring rain or even drop it into huge one and a half meter puddles. Yes, yes, this is not a joke. The latest version of the Galaxy A7 can withstand up to 30 minutes at a depth of up to 1.5 meters.

But once upon a time, such photos could only be taken in Photoshop.

This year's models also feature a modern, reversible USB Type-C port. Now you don’t need to waste time and nerves on endless attempts to get the right side into the charger connector. You can successfully insert the USB cable into the socket almost with your eyes closed and in complete darkness.

Two-way USB input seems like an incredible convenience, doesn't it?

One-handed operation is one of the assistant options that make using the phone easier and making this process more comfortable. This feature allows you to triple-click the Home button to activate one-handed control mode, in which active windows are shifted to one side of the display.

Perfect for both right-handers and left-handers (and even more so for ambidextrous people)

Smart Capture is another similar feature that makes it easier to work with screenshots.

Fingerprint's scanner. However, we advise you to be careful with this option, since, despite the fact that the sensor itself is quite responsive, it requires quite careful configuration. Don't be discouraged if your device doesn't recognize all touches at first, and just try calibrating the scanner again.

In general, the applications and functions installed in this version largely duplicate the sets of other Samsung models: standard Galaxy Apps, S Health fitness program, Samsung Members online support service, of course, S Voice voice assistant and much more. So, if you have already had experience with other versions of South Korean phones, many things will seem very familiar to you.

The main and front cameras are another nice feature

The smartphone camera gives its users a strong 16 megapixels in both the main camera and the front one. Yes, yes, the front camera on the Galaxy A7 2017 is no worse than the main lens. The aperture on both sides is F/1.9, the focal length is 27 mm. The lens is equipped with autofocus and, of course, a flash. Compared to the model of that year, the current camera produces a larger number of working pixels, but the smartphone has lost a rather important option - optical image stabilization. This quite noticeably leads to a small problem: during the day you can easily take quite good pictures with excellent light sensitivity and detail, but in the evening, when natural light gives way to artificial light, noise and noticeable blurriness appear. The deterioration of the image is accompanied by an increasing focusing time.

Taking a picture at night, even with the “Night” mode set on the phone, produces far from the best results

But selfies indoors come out quite decent. The matrix resolution of the front camera is not inferior to the main lens - the same 16 megapixels. However, its tasks are much simpler: portrait photography at close range. In addition, the front camera, like the rear camera, has its own flash. The creators of the updated version of the Galaxy A7 decided to use soft white lighting from the phone screen.

Thanks to the soft lighting from the phone screen, selfies even in a dim room turn out detailed and not blurry.

True, some users complain that the front camera greatly blurs everything that is more than one meter from it. Those. Taking a selfie against the backdrop of something far away or large will initially be difficult for you.

Among other things, the video here is recorded in Full HD resolution. Now we must remember that even last year’s version of the luxury Galaxy S7 had the ability to shoot videos in 4K resolution. And optical stabilization was available on the outdated Galaxy A7 2016. This suggests that despite the improved parameters of the processor, memory, battery and other things, the camera, on the contrary, began to perform worse. The number of pixels has increased, but this cannot compensate for the lack of optical stabilization. And if during the day the camera produces quite decent picture quality, then in the evening and even more so at night, it is better to replace the phone with its analogue from last year.

If you want a convenient, relatively inexpensive and highly functional smartphone, we recommend paying attention to the Samsung A7 2017. The device is controlled using its own shell and has an eight-core 1900 MHz processor and 3 GB of RAM, this configuration is enough for most modern applications. We also have a 5.7-inch screen with excellent color reproduction and ideal viewing angles. Don’t forget about the large capacity of the battery; together with NFC support and active water protection, this leaves only pleasant impressions. In general, we can recommend the Samsung A7 2017 for a more detailed and intimate acquaintance as the smartphone has excellent performance characteristics, positive reviews and a pleasant appearance.

Samsung Galaxy A7 (2017): characteristics and price

Samsung Galaxy A7 (2017): reviews

— Availability of a decent matrix;

— Ideal smartphone size;

— Excellent cameras, but without stabilization;

— Availability of active water protection and dust protection;

— Excellent performance of the fingerprint scanner;

- Modern design;

- Excellent value for money and quality;

— Samsung Pay support;

— High-quality communication;

— The autonomy of the phone is at a high level;

— Always-on screen function;

— It will slip in your hands, so it’s better to immediately buy a cover;

— High-quality sound, both in headphones and from the speaker;

- Fast work;

— High-quality communication;

— Suitable for most modern games;

— Supports two SIM cards and a memory card at the same time;

— What is typical, memory cards can be inserted in large sizes;

— Ease of use;

— If desired, you can synchronize your phone with the TV;

— A huge number of positive reviews;

— Heavy weight;

— Ability to work in two windows;

— Availability of an indicator of missed messages;

— Comfortable shell;

— Ideal for surfing the Internet and other applications;

Conclusion

If you need a smartphone for modern applications, games, as well as watching movies and surfing the Internet, then we recommend paying attention to the Samsung A7 2017. The device has all the positive qualities of a modern smartphone at a relatively low price. Users highlight the excellent matrix with high performance characteristics, ease of use and high performance. Therefore, we will recommend a smartphone for closer acquaintance.

Pros:

• Decent performance. Eight cores +3 GB of RAM will last at least another year;
• Active moisture protection;
• Pleasant sound;
• Matrix with excellent viewing angles and bright color reproduction. Samsung is usually famous for its screens, so there's nothing surprising here;
• NFC support. Probably one of the biggest advantages;
• Suitable for games;

Minuses:

• Some problems with the package;
• Minor shell defects;

Presented a long-awaited new product – the Galaxy A7 F720, which in terms of characteristics resembles a simplified “galaxy” S7. Along with it, the younger versions, A5 and A3 (2017), were presented, but we will not talk about them. As past years have shown, the A7 is less in demand; the public prefers more compact smartphones. Along with other technical improvements, the S7 received an even larger screen. Let's see if it gets more interesting.

Design and ergonomics

The location of the controls on the Galaxy A7 2017 is the same. The tactile sensations from the mechanical buttons are pleasant. The touch screens do not light up for a long time; to adjust them you will have to install the Boot Light application. There is now space for a memory card. This slot is located on the top side, and Sim 2 can be placed in it. The slot for Sim 1 is located on the left side. On the bottom there is a 3.5 mm output, a microphone and a new port. There was no place for the LED event indicator. The mechanical Home button has a fingerprint scanner built into it.

Screen

The A7 2017 now has “Always On,” which displays the time on the screen in sleep mode. Many people love this feature, especially since it eats up several percent of the charge per day.

Performance and Software

The RAM remains the same - 3 GB, the built-in memory has doubled - 32 GB.
Among the less significant characteristics: updated Bluetooth 4.2, LTE category 6, USB 2.0. In tests, he scored 61,500 points in AnTutu.

Out of the box, the Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 comes with Android 6.0.1, version 7 will have to wait. TouchWIZ shell, no changes here. There is a mode for splitting the screen into 2 parts, memory optimization, and Knox protective mode. Backup data is copied to Samsung Cloud. In addition to applications from Samsung and Google, the Samsung Pay service has appeared.

Camera

Autonomy

Opinion

It has a high-quality screen and good performance. We are adding the currently little-used USB Type-C connector to the asset. Don't forget about the fingerprint scanner, a decent camera and 32 GB on board. It occupies the space below the flagship and is quite advanced for the average user.