Samsung Galaxy S22 Plus Review

The Galaxy S22 Series is here and in this video we focus on the Samsung Galaxy S22 Plus. Check out our video review to learn ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW about the phone's top features, build and screen quality, battery life, performance, and camera image quality.
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Timestamps
00:00 - Intro
00:28 - Design and build
01:27 - Storage options
01:35 - Under-display fingerprint reader
01:44 - Screen specs
03:00 - Stereo speakers test
03:19 - Android 12 and UI
04:02 - Exynos 2200/Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 performance
04:33 - Battery endurance
04:48 - Charging test
05:27 - Camera specs
05:40 - Daylight photo quality
07:16 - Low-light photo quality
08:27 - Selfies
08:40 - Video quality
09:49 - Conclusion

[@kao_o]

I just pre-ordered this exact phone yesterday making my 2/22/22 very memorable.

[@montygill2835]

I prefer the S22+ to the larger S22 Ultra.

[@privacyhelp]

The ultra is for note fans, but most people OK with plus version

[@yao8]

At the price of s22+ u can get a S21 ultra

[@Lost_soul_0021]

Same

[@mikldude9376]

Certainly the plus has a better camera array design , and it has the flat display going for it . If you are a long time galaxy user , all these new galaxys despite their more modern hardware in a lot of ways are huge disappointment.

[@TinkaFaith]

I ordered the S22 + in Pink Gold, can’t wait to receive it 😊

[@apricot_mango]

I've got to say, Samsung has really improved their updates. I've had my S10+ since 2019 and have received every updates since Pie to Android 12 this year.

[@MohdRadhwan]

Mine Galaxy S9 still receive security updates.

[@2signus]

My S8 does not receive updates since last year and I hate it because the phone is working excelent but I must change it because of the lack of security or OS updates, actually due to this I am considering moving to Iphone they support their products for longer.

[@tejaspadhye]

@@2signus you really dont need OS and security updates unless you're behind say 2 years worth of updates. apps still update for android 7 and phones still work.

[@2signus]

@@tejaspadhye what foundation do you have to say so? Any source I could check?

[@tejaspadhye]

@@2signus foundation? my dad is still using galaxy note 4 with android lollipop. I was using xiaomi redmi 5 which came with android 7 up until 2019 after which I installed pixel os based on android 9. android 9 is still supported and many apps still have have weird issues sometimes due to not being originally written for android 11 and up. you just need to think for yourself and open your eyes.

[@DaveLock999]

This is honestly a gorgeous looking device, I'd upgrade just for the aesthetic...finally actually small and uniform bezels...great looking phone!

[@macemalakai]

Agreed! Just saw one at Best Buy for the first time and was surprised by it, on KZbin now watching some reviews thinking about picking this one up instead of the S21 or 22 ultra myself.....

[@wizzotizzo]

@@macemalakai Which one did you pick?

[@Acord718]

Would you recommend this phone then the z flip 4

[@ranran2218]

I think the s22+ is that sweet spot for the galaxy phones this year.

[@munkskyline17]

Mobility wise. YES

[@michalnerud5502]

& 256gb

[@jamestomm3116]

Hardware design updated... Good. S22 plus

[@munkskyline17]

@@jamestomm3116 I went with s22 ultra 😆

[@Tunechi65]

@@munkskyline17 boo betrayal! Haha I get my plus tomorrow. Coming from s9 plus haha

[@DeliciafromBrooklyn]

I just got my S22+ yesterday. I'm coming from an S20 Fe and the build quality on the S22+ is very nice. love the design and the pink gold is gorgeous. display is good and so far battery life is good, been using over 10 hours and still have 19% left (was just watching videos,scrolling social and playing with settings) so far I like 👍🏽

[@TinkaFaith]

I ordered the S22+ in Pink Gold and it’s supposed to be delivered today… super excited 😊

[@watchthings5408]

what about call recorder? is it google one or normal without alert ?

[@AashishBharat]

What's the screen on time hours

[@NishantGauns]

@@watchthings5408 normal without alert

[@Rapunzel879]

TheVerge is saying the battery life is mediocre at best.

[@zumuvtuber]

Nice! Looking forward to the smaller S22 review!

[@warioprime8286]

Thank you for the test! One question: what about slowmo-video? What modes are avaivable?

[@krizanand]

Pre-ordered the green colour S22+. Can't wait to get my hands on it. Very nice and detailed review, interesting to know that there is no major difference in 25w and 45w charging speeds as I that was a big differentiator between S22+ and regular S22.

[@sahajsb2728]

the battery it is charging is also much bigger which is why it is a similar percentage

[@StarLightFIlmProductions]

The green one looks so good I also feel like getting it in green bur I'm torn between that and the graphite cuz of the gray and black

[@Tam0rr]

Would you recommed buy the S22+ now?

[@xyarte9524]

The symmetrical bezel 😍thanks for GSMarena for using bright colours wallpaper 🙌🏻

[@aronrodelas1359]

Can't wait for the review of the regular S22.

[@chenkeith7272]

On the video I saw the Google material UI clock widget. I saw you turning the hands of the widget clock. How do you get that widget on the Samsung S22? Thanks

[@KSK78]

Is there any information about the endurance of s22+ sd 8 gen 1 model?

[@dronyland]

Yup, I have already pre-ordered mine now. Can't wait to receive it soon !

[@chikeattah5839]

Thanks a lot I got the s22+ and I have fallen in love with it

[@GD_1987]

On a 128gb, how much gb would be left minus the pre-installed apps?

[@mahadnaseeramer]

The one review I'm actually waiting for

[@abirhasan5173]

Was*

[@Mlleyasmine2023]

The 22+ is my favourite one from the 22 series

[@Arcange93iam]

Agree

[@ruthmelicharles5062]

Thanks much for this in depth review. I bought the s22 plus yesterday as a gift to myself for my birthday. I love it for the most part but I hated that: 1. The adapter had to be purchased separately. I think that's ridiculous. For such an expensive phone, they should give consumers a complete charger 2. No space for an SD card to give way for more memory. Update: I'm unable to see much of a difference with this phone. I'm not impressed as I was when I just bought it. The S10+ remains my favorite. The memory sucks too. For this much money, we shouldn't have to pay for extra storage, especially when they've remove the slot for a memory card.

[@greenfalcon1568]

is that detail enhancer similar to a macro mode?

[@redpillcanucklofi]

Great review...very indepth! This was like reading the manual but more fun :) Do people even read manuals anymore though...lol. Great job on your video :)

[@asadzaib8764]

Best review channel GSM Arena hats off 👏

[@ajiwibowo776]

Hi will I am a fan of GSM arena since Nokia and Sony Ericsson era..

[@Truecrimeresearcher224]

Bought this phone today. 3-5 hopefully it comes on the 3rd already have a case for it. I'm upgrading from a note 20

[@AdamGbl95]

The only thing holding me back from the ultra model is the thickness and weight. I like how the s22+ is flat all over, but I just wish the screen was at least 1440p. Cummon…. Still looks nice. My s21plus has a dim imprinted image of my GPS practically burnt into the background of my phone so I always see it dimly behind whatever app I have open, so I guess time for an upgrade again anyways. I’ve definitely been impressed with Samsungs performance over the iPhones. My iPhones gets super hot very quickly on somewhat high end games, dims the screen, and freezes up or force restarts too often. Samsung never does that (but does get warm) handles any game well and definitely not nearly as buggy as the new iPhones. I may be getting this one! By the way, great review, but you’re kinda sounding like a robot man!

[@AashishBharat]

Screen burn in on the S21+, jeez that's so soon

[@jacobsebastien3910]

Iphone 13?

[@James.576]

Id want to get the s22 because of the small form factor compact design. Those symmetrical minimal bezel is just lovely and satisfying.

[@AlreadyRisen]

Samsung's first phone vs Samsung S22 plus

[@vineethhari]

Hii brother, can you please tell me which variant is better in battery life. Exynos or snapdragon please reply😊❤. Also can u tell me which will be better in terms of display, audio and camera Iphone 13 pro or S22+....

[@prettymurwira9849]

Received mine yesterday l must say this phone is gorgeous l'm very happy l love love it .

[@shaderjutsu461]

@GSMArena Official I noticed that there is no card in the specifications of the phone on your website, 1:31 not as mentioned on this video :)

[@jasondomican1991]

I am due an upgrade on my contract, I'm currently using an S10+ and I'm looking to definitely go to this S22+

[@M3T2W01f]

I got the S22+ on Thursday in green. Love it, came from the S10. I know, it's "old," but I don't need to replace my phone every year.

[@96unique2]

Same , I came from that phone and I’m really liking this phone. I think it helps save money and gives greater satisfaction if you don’t upgrade your phone every year

[@M3T2W01f]

@@96unique2 agreed

[@paulsouders3489]

I'm still on the s9+ im about to go get the 22+ lol

[@Paldea07]

I got s22+ from s6 lol

[@beatriceladouce965]

Same I have the huawei p20 pro. Lasted me 4 years and justttt decided to break now. So, I'm definitely considering the s22+ for the next 4 years

[@ffford1]

I prefer a flat screen so I would go for s22+. With my note I do a lot of screen writing. Could I use my finger to highlight something I wonder?

[@stevenXCV]

I wish they can also give the S22 Ultra a flat screen with symmetrical bezel.

[@g33k_Tech]

true

[@oyebiyitope46]

Curved screen is the only thing that makes Samsung flagships special.

[@freestyla85]

@@oyebiyitope46 Best OLED screens? S-Pen?

[@icanthinkofaname13]

@@oyebiyitope46 no one thinks curved screens are special, and there is way more than just that, but I'm too lazy to list them

[@fjohnson5933]

I have had mine for one week so, far I like it. Like the shape, feel pink color and over all look of phone.

[@stelios5314]

What about the vanilla s22? Are you going to upload a video for that?

[@jordynscott6511]

i have the s10+ and still deciding whether its worth the upgrade, but Im loving the pink gold colour and the overall look of the new s22

[@MarianPolska]

Same here. The S10+ is a magnificent phone. Visually, the big difference is that we have a very nice and smooth scroll in S22 (120hz makes the difference). Still, not fully decided to make the switch....

[@MrNaturalj25]

I mad the switch and absolutely love it!

[@gn6905]

Got the S22+. 97 hrs battery hold on 100% charge without any usage in sleep mode, right?

[@San-rj4fh]

Whats the name of the song which is played when testing the sound?

[@SayedSudip]

Your t-shirt and reviews both are awesome.

[@nattawatausc6973]

Great review as always! Also, you look awesome with that hair style.

[@lemmiebradshaw3328]

Do samsung galaxy s22+ and s22 and ultra comes with head jack ?

[@gentled8500]

Nice intro gsmarena 👍🏿 For me I prefer the s22+

[@aswanthrs5598]

Please make video about the regular s22 .the compact one

[@shaunlee1868]

Loving the new hair cut Will!

[@a.b1266]

I know the spec sheets were changed to show 48hz-120hz... But my S22+ shows 24hz when I enable the "show refresh rate" in developer options..?.. 🤔🤷🏻

[@JohnnyVee007]

he made a mention in the video about it going to 24hz.. at the 1:58 mark

[@hischackkkxo]

finally!! all of the reviews are for the s22 ultra

[@pmpandy4911]

Just got a green 22 plus and I am in love ! Best Samsung to date . My previous phone was s20fe.

[@xertu1888]

Awwwn 😘 am Still using a 2020 budget smartphone 😀😀

[@pmpandy4911]

@@xertu1888 hey I only upgraded because I had a great trade in offer

[@xertu1888]

@@pmpandy4911 i wish i had money to afford at. Least a. Mid range phone I use 120. USD smartphone

[@dknwany8]

Can you charge the phone at 45w?

[@rickysamples2777]

I'm still using the Galaxy one. Grat phone have not had a update in a while

[@fritzie2603]

My favorite review channel.

[@medhavikumar8199]

Very nice unbiased and honest review. Plz let me know if you have reviewed the S22 ultra

[@zakeID]

I preordered s22+ and cant wait until it ready at 11’th march. Moved from ios because im just bored lol

[@bbspec9699]

Can i have 2 esim at same time ?

[@jigar.m]

Can you please elaborate on battery life? Screen on time, standby time etc. Thanks,

[@zakparamir755]

Check the written article in their website

[@pmpandy4911]

I had my s22 plus for 2 days now and I get through the day with moderate use. I would say 8 to 10 hours.

[@Aggrofool]

Their website has the full Endurance breakdown, check it out.

[@Arcange93iam]

@@pmpandy4911 17hours it says, that's with heavy use tho

[@matijabaksaj9360]

@@pmpandy4911 thats ok i think?

[@nzcooperclan9013]

The s22 ultra is to expensive and the s22 is to small. But the s22 plus is perfect

[@g33k_Tech]

i hope s22 plus i 6.8-9

[@americanmuscle2993]

Nice presentation bro, what city and county is the background scenes, looks like possibly Moldova????

[@Billu1994]

Can someone tell me the name of the Animal game he played after Asphalt

[@savagepatatas1022]

One day, I'm gonna be working on this specific channel. It seems fun and very enlightening.

[@thesnoozebutton2568]

Just got mine yesterday. Love it!😊

[@tarekekram8441]

Congrats. Can you tell us how long it take to be charged? And how long it take till you need to charge it? Specialy when you heavy use it.

[@dknwany8]

can you charge the phone at 45w?

[@thesnoozebutton2568]

@@dknwany8 sorry I've just been using the chargers I already have.

[@thesnoozebutton2568]

@@dknwany8 I've used it on a 45 watt charger and I can't tell much difference.

[@trwent]

I just purchased this phone as an upgrade from a Samsung Galaxy A20 that I have had for four years. So far I LOVE it!!

[@abuinnocent5660]

That's a massive upgrade, congrats man. I'm still looking to upgrade to A33 from my A70 😂😂😂 wish I had the money for s22+ it's a crazy phone

[@maxjames7268]

hows it doing now

[@trwent]

@@maxjames7268 Fabulous, thanks!!

[@anirbansarkar250]

Like his colourful t-shirt👍👍

[@pvenkatesh3982]

All S22 series phones are coming with Victus Glass back. So S22 + is the most affordable , compact phone. S22 Ultra for people with extra budget.

[@milksgf]

great review and nice haircut!

[@camdenmoore224]

I got the s22+ and I love it

[@pave_waywiz8869]

I currently have the s21Ultra thinking of switching to the s22plus because of the uniformity of the display and boxy look,tired of the curved displays.

[@rickusdejongh8709]

Great review as always! How does the main camera compare to the Xiaomi 12?

[@shlomig70]

thanks as usual for the best review on youtube. since samsung goes down in spec every time, i suggest make another stage: what went down, e.g.: resolution, charger, battery size etc. i have an S20 plus, next time will not buy samsung but go for those with improvements/micro sd and on.

[@prettymurwira9849]

Watching on my S22+ it's so gorgeous 😍 l love love

[@scorpius1672]

Thinking of going for the S22 plus as an upgrade to my s20. The network can only get the 128 gig version, I would have preferred the 256 gig but can live with it. The only option in 256 was the Z Fold phone and I'm not sure I like that one.

[@Mibris]

Hope it's not too late but I'd recommend you to wait for the s23+ and then either get that one or this one for less money. I've got the S22+ for one month now without regrets besides that I paid too much xD I can still recommend it, lovely phone, perfect size imo and obviously a wonderful design. The battery isn't enough for me since I'm out 12 hours a day but it's still really solid. I still need to find tempered glass that doesn't mess with the fingerprint sensor... 🤣

[@scorpius1672]

@@Mibris hey, no I never went ahead so will probably get the 23 next year instead, cheers for the update

[@sokm3ngstudio]

Your hair style is make you more younger I love it ❤️❤️❤️

[@Big_Yin]

Hopefully s22+ spec's trickle down into Z flip 4

[@Tsinepanos]

Is out country only the Exynos model comes officially

[@anubhabsamadder]

Is the screen 10. Bit?

[@robertromero8692]

Don't like the resolution being limited to 1080p. My old S8 does 2560 x 1440.

[@uvrocker]

I dint see review of Battery life.....How is the battery. Sorry if i missed it

[@theroamer8889]

I wanted Samsung's Snapdragon flagship in India so badly that i pre-ordered it asap after yesterday pre-launch event! 🥰 #S22+

[@necatierdogan1273]

This year, the Snapdragon version came to Turkey. We are very happy :)

[@theroamer8889]

@@necatierdogan1273 I know!

[@SQ773]

The 25watt charger is very fast. Wich i could see because my current S21+ and my good "old" S10+ had a 15watt charger. And i now know how much difference it is. I'll keep,if it will survive 3 more years,my S21+..it is a wonderful device. No upgrade for me now. Thanks for the video. Best regards from the Netherlands 🇳🇱 I will keep my S10+, it's still a fantastic device. So it's a perfect backup phone.

[@theresaedwinadonnytan9548]

Mine is so bad though. Though i do have the exynos version. Its performance on games like genshin impact and life after is so laggy even on low resolution. Do u have the snapdragon version?

[@SQ773]

@@theresaedwinadonnytan9548 I have also the Exynos version. But it's very good. Never lags or bugs. And i'm a heavy user. It's a very good phone.

[@theresaedwinadonnytan9548]

@@SQ773 unfortunately for me, it does. Especially on heavy graphics game. Try clearing it a few times n ended up getting fed up so i switch to iPhone. Unfortunately for me again, some of my games won’t save over different operating system.

[@SQ773]

@@theresaedwinadonnytan9548 that's a big pitty.. Maybe you can use your insurance of Samsung?

[@chrisnelson8866]

Can it send clear videos to iPhones?

[@anrego]

Mine came yesterday. I upgraded from the S20+, love it so far.

[@keenfuture]

How is photos indoors and with moving subjects? That's the only reason I'm not upgrading yet...

[@potatochalbro]

@@keenfuture If you care about that I suggest a standalone camera. Of course, use flash when inside, otherwise you'll still get bad results unless you have a tripod.

[@anrego]

@@keenfuture managed to get some good shots of my niece runnning around, but I haven't had the chance to take many photos.

[@watchthings5408]

what about call recorder? is it google one or normal without alert ?

[@michaelcorcoran8768]

You're going to miss out on that QHD screen that you had. And expandable storage. And Samsung pay. And you lose out on charging speed. The only real upgrade you're getting is a new update cycle, but there's actually less features on the s22 than the s20 Plus.

[@1515cando]

My S8+ screen went black after 5 yrs so went with the S22+ . So what do I do without the aux cord for a non Bluetooth stream?

[@alucardz909]

Buy a USB-C aux adapter

[@PropaganderTV]

Jheeeeze! love the new trim bruh!!

[@Scorpiosting_1029]

This will be my next upgrade after my S20 FE 5G. It's not too large, but not too wide, it's just right in size.

[@coquiangel]

Great video! i'm debating on the ultra or this one.

[@robocop4209]

what one did u get ???

[@gayanmadusanka5351]

Nice😍

[@LeftyRas]

Does this have Samsung DeX?

[@jvm-tv]

Now review S22. MKBHD has been the only reviewer who's done it so far

[@fajararianto5791]

Please review the smaller S22

[@popobol10]

We want S22 review.

[@Revelnesis]

My S8+ is still working great but, there is back screen images burned into it that is annoying...may be time to upgrade...

[@babochka11]

I have an exact same problem with my S8+, which is working well otherwise. If you made a switch to S22+, how is your experience so far? Thanks.

[@bride6799]

This is the snapdragon version?

[@MONIENGLISHBD]

My favourite one.❣️❣️❣️

[@ikubarus.6966]

Nice review. And angie so cute lol

[@prashanth_nayak]

For video and for the features, which is better. S22+ or Iphone 13 pro ?

[@lennoxbritton]

Im thimkimg to get either one

[@fonezone8701]

This Guy is thé best reviewer

[@crazy8310]

Does it support 5g ?

[@emerge8]

Wanna know how the battery life goes between S22 vs S22+. How far better is the extra mAh in S22+.

[@Lucarinho]

About 1,5 hours from what I've read so far.

[@user-nz6rr2yc4z]

samsung s22 or samsung a15, which one should i get? im not into games & usually i use my phone for casual things like messaging but i love taking pictures so good camera is must along with durability and longevity since i only change phone every 4-5yrs. please help🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@asifaliqureshi6086]

1st gsm love you from Pakistan

[@mdaamersohail424]

S22 series is best this year 👌

[@jynx915]

Nice Haircut Will👏👌👍🏻

[@raya472]

Is this thing dual sim?