Samsung Galaxy M07 Review: This Rs 31,999 Phone Surprised Me (And Not How I Expected)

Two weeks with Samsung’s budget offering – here’s what nobody tells you.

Let’s Talk About That Price First

When I saw the Samsung Galaxy M07 for Rs 31,999 ($113), I thought “okay, budget phone, low expectations.” But after two weeks of using it as my backup phone, I’ve got some thoughts.

Spoiler: It’s complicated.

The Screen Situation

The 6.7-inch display sounds impressive on paper. In reality? It’s a mixed bag.

The 90Hz refresh rate makes scrolling feel smoother than most budget phones. Instagram and Twitter feel decent. But that 720 x 1600 resolution shows its budget roots when you’re watching YouTube or reading text closely.

Outdoor visibility is okay-ish. Not great in direct sunlight, but usable if you max out the brightness.

Real talk: Coming from a flagship, the PLS LCD feels washed out. But if you’ve never used an AMOLED phone, you probably won’t care.

Camera: Where Budget Really Shows

50MP That’s Actually 12MP (Kinda)

The 50MP main camera takes decent photos in good lighting. Took some pictures at a family gathering, and everyone looked fine on Instagram after some editing.

But here’s the thing – in normal or low light, things get messy fast. Photos look grainy, colors are off, and forget about night photography. It just doesn’t work.

That 2MP depth sensor? Honestly, I can’t tell if it does anything useful. Portrait mode is hit or miss.

Selfie Camera: Basic Stuff

The 8MP front camera is fine for video calls and basic selfies. Nothing impressive, nothing terrible. Just… there.

Video maxes out at 1080p@30fps. No stabilization worth mentioning, so shaky hands = shaky videos.

Performance: Good Enough (Mostly)

The Mediatek Helio G99 handles daily stuff without major issues. WhatsApp, Facebook, light browsing – all fine.

Gaming? PUBG Mobile runs on low settings, but don’t expect smooth gameplay. My nephew tried playing some racing game and gave up after 10 minutes because of the lag.

4GB RAM feels tight in 2025. Apps reload more than I’d like, and multitasking isn’t great.

Battery Life: The One Big Win

This 5000mAh battery is the phone’s saving grace. Easily lasts a full day of moderate use – sometimes stretching to day two with light usage.

25W charging isn’t super fast, but it’s decent for this price. Zero to full in about 90 minutes.

Build Quality: Plastic But Decent

At 184g, it’s light and comfortable. The plastic back feels cheap but practical – won’t shatter if you drop it.

My Black unit shows fingerprints like crazy though. And that 7.6mm thickness makes it feel a bit flimsy compared to more expensive phones.

Side-mounted fingerprint sensor works fine. Not lightning fast, but reliable enough.

Storage: Expandable Saves the Day

64GB internal storage fills up fast. My apps and photos ate through it in a week.

Thank god for the microSD card slot. Threw in a 128GB card and problem solved.

What Actually Works

Battery life is genuinely impressive
90Hz makes everyday scrolling feel smooth
Expandable storage saves you
Has a headphone jack (yes, really!)
Android 15 with 6 years of updates is solid

What Doesn’t Work

Screen resolution looks dated
Camera struggles in anything but perfect light
4GB RAM feels cramped
Performance lags with demanding tasks
Build quality screams “budget”

Should You Actually Buy This?

Get It If:

Budget is tight (this is the priority)
You mainly use basic apps
Battery life matters most
You need a backup phone

Skip It If:

You care about camera quality
Gaming is important to you
You multitask heavily
You can stretch budget to Rs 40-45k range

My Honest Take: 6/10

The Galaxy M07 isn’t a bad phone – it’s just a very budget phone. At Rs 31,999, you get what you pay for.

Battery life impressed me. Everything else reminded me why flagship phones cost more. The camera disappoints, performance is just okay, and that screen resolution feels stuck in 2020.

Real advice: If this is your budget ceiling, it’ll work for basic needs. But if you can save another 10-15k, you’ll get a much better experience with phones in the Rs 45k range.

It’s a decent backup phone or a first smartphone for someone who doesn’t care about specs. Just don’t expect miracles at $113.

Bottom line: The M07 does the basics without excitement. It’s transportation, not a joyride.

Using the M07 and have questions? Drop them below – I’m testing this thing daily.