Samsung Galaxy S22 Plus - Delivering a Punchy Performance!
SMARTPHONE TIER: FLAGSHIP
Battery Capacity mAh: 4500
Smartphone Battery Performance Overall Score: 40/100
Overall Battery Performance Score: Ranking #82
Ranking #6
We have listed what you need to know about the Samsung Galaxy S22 Plus.
Overview
This is the second smartphone we have reviewed from the latest Samsung S22 series. The Samsung Galaxy Plus is larger than the Samsung Galaxy S22 in battery capacity and has a bigger screen. Being classified within ViserMark Flagship/Pro Tier, it is high-quality and offers the features you expect, including the high price tag.
Here’s a quick summary of the Samsung Galaxy S22 Plus for you:
Product - Good Points
· High-quality with high-end features
· 3 x optical zoom - with a portrait mode
· IP68-rated water and dust resistance
· Gorilla Glass Victus
· Larger screen than the Samsung Galaxy S22
· 45W fast charging
· Available in a good range of colours
Product - Be Aware of Points
· No charging adapter – just the USB-C cable
· Chipset varies by region
· Samsung Galaxy A52 and iPhone 13 series have better battery performance
· No 3.5mm headphone jack
Smartphone Battery Performance Score
and Battery Results
We have designed and developed the ViserMark Battery Performance Labels
to help Smartphone users.
Our battery test results for the Samsung Galaxy S22 Plus have been translated
into the ViserMark Labels displayed below.
Let’s look at the ViserMark review based on the testing results.
You can find the full results of our battery performance testing below:
Smartphone Battery Performance Overall Score:
The Battery Performance Label shows a score between 0 and 100. It reflects the performance based on independent, repeatable, and rigorous testing.
Using various testing criteria, measured using real-life scenarios and live networks, results are collated with calculations from Battery Life, Power Efficiency and Charging results that amount to the total score.
Within the new Samsung S22 series, the latest mobile chipsets have been used. There is a regional variation with Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 being used in the US and other areas using Samsung’s Exynos 2200 as an alternative processor.
During the testing in our labs, we were interested to discover how the battery performance compared with the other smartphones within the Flagship/Pro Tier (€700+). As expected, the Samsung Galaxy S22 Plus did achieve an overall battery performance score of 40, slightly higher than the 36 obtained by the Samsung Galaxy S22.
Compared to other smartphones within the Flagship/Pro Tier, the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max remains in 1st place with an impressive battery performance score of 72. Even the predecessor, the Samsung Galaxy S21, still holds a higher score of 45 than the newly introduced S22 series. With only a tiny margin, the Google Pixel 6 has a slight battery performance advantage, scoring 42.
More Battery Performance Scores can be viewed in the Flagship/Pro Tier Ranking table.
Battery Life
Battery Life - How long will this Smartphone battery last?
This is expressed in Days of Use and reflects the number of days that a smartphone can be used from a full charge.
The battery capacity of the Samsung Galaxy S22 Plus has been increased to 4500mAh. It managed 1.5 days of usage, therefore matching that of the Samsung Galaxy S22 and the Samsung Galaxy S21, as the chart below demonstrates.
The Samsung Galaxy S22 Plus has good battery performance and can match other smartphones with 1.5 days of usage. However, it would struggle to compete with the Apple iPhone 13 Pro, delivering an impressive 3.5 days of use - exceptional battery performance.
The Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra has the largest battery capacity of 5,000mAh within the Samsung Galaxy S22 series. We look forward to testing this smartphone soon.
More Days of Usage Scores can be viewed in the Days of Usage table.
Charging Times
Battery Charging Time - How long will this Smartphone take to charge?
Time varies when charging different types and sizes of smartphone batteries. This is expressed in Hours and Minutes.
We test the charging times of every device as part of our testing protocol. The charging time for the Samsung Galaxy S22 Plus was 2 hours and 8 minutes to 100% power up. Although this was faster than the Samsung Galaxy S22, 2 hours and 36 minutes, it still exceeded the 2-hour mark. Samsung claims you can obtain a 50% charge in just 20 minutes when using the 45W charger.
When comparing our previous testing results for the Samsung Galaxy S21, they showed a significantly quicker time of 1 hour 13 minutes. This beats even the charging time for the Apple iPhone 13 Pro of 1 hour and 50 minutes and even the faster Google Pixel 6 with a charging time of 1 hour and 47 minutes.
Samsung says that the Samsung Galaxy S22 Plus should keep its charge all day due to the more efficient 4nm chipset, which allows the display to drop as low as 10Hz. The Samsung Galaxy S22 Plus was capable of 1.5 days of usage when tested in the ViserMark labs.
More Charging Times can be viewed in the Charging Times table.
Power Efficiency
Power Efficiency - How power-efficient is this Smartphone?
Maximising the smartphone performance while reducing the energy it consumes, with minimal impact on battery life.
It is calculated using Battery Life and Battery Capacity. This is expressed in “Leaves" and reflects a rating between 1 being the least and 5 being the most power-efficient.
It is calculated using Battery Life and Battery Capacity. This is expressed in “Leaves" and reflects a rating between 1 being the least and 5 being the most power-efficient.
The results from our recent testing of Power Efficiency showed a rating of 1 out of 5 for the Galaxy S22 Plus. This rating matches the recently tested Samsung Galaxy S22 but falls short of the Samsung Galaxy S21, which obtained 1.5 out of 5 when pushed previously.
The Samsung S22 Plus offers extra protection against drops with its Gorilla Glass Victus Plus back, which was previously plastic and is now considered 12.5% stronger than Gorilla Victus Glass. Also, this device has gained the IP68 rating for incidents involving dust and water, an added bonus for some.
More Power Efficiency Scores can be viewed in the Power Efficiency table.
Should I buy it?
The Samsung Galaxy S22 Plus is an ideal option for those looking for a slightly bigger screen than the Samsung Galaxy S22. Even with more battery capacity, it offers the same 1.5 days of usage. The camera provides high quality and has a new portrait mode. The Samsung Galaxy S22 Plus is an excellent all-around Flagship/Pro Tier smartphone. Although not everyone may have the budget for this phone, it delivers.
Extra Insights
Q: Does the Samsung Galaxy S22 Plus support 5G?
A: Yes, it does
Q: Does the Samsung Galaxy S22 Plus have a headphone jack?
Q: Does the Samsung Galaxy S22 Plus support wireless charging?
Q: Does the Samsung Galaxy S22 Plus have dual-SIM capabilities?
Q: Does the Samsung Galaxy S22 Plus have stereo speakers?
Q: Does the Samsung Galaxy S22 Plus have a microSD card slot?
Q: Is the Samsung Galaxy S22 Plus VoLTE enabled?
Product Features and Specification
Release Date Match 2022
Display | 6.7 inch AMOLED 1080 x 2400 |
Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 (US) Samsung Exynos 2200 (UK) |
Memory & Storage | 8GB 128GB and 256GB |
Protection | Gorilla Glass 5 and IP68 water and dust resistant |
Main Camera | 64MP & 12MP &12MP |
Front Camera | 10MP |
Battery | 4500mAh Charging 45W wired, 15W wireless |
Audio | Loud Speaker No headphone jack |
Dimensions and Weight | 146 x 70 x 7.6mm and 168g |
Colours Available | Phantom Black, Phantom Silver, Phantom Violet, Phantom Pink, Phantom Gold, Phantom Red |
ViserMark tests are performed with the strictest protocol in a controlled environment to ensure repetition and consistency. They are powered and automated by SmartViser’s test automation solution viSer. The automation test includes a variety of user actions, from calls to social media and periods of standby times.
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Background
The Samsung Group is a South Korean multinational conglomerate headquartered in Samsung Town, Seoul. It comprises numerous affiliated businesses, most united under the Samsung brand. Samsung Electronics has assembly plants and sales networks in 74 countries and employs around 290,000 people. Samsung is a major manufacturer of electronic components such as lithium-ion batteries, semiconductors, image sensors, camera modules and displays for clients such as Apple, Sony, HTC and Nokia.
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