Refurbished Samsung Galaxy S22 128GB Phantom Black
£20.00 a monthuntil April 2026then price rises every April in contract by £1.50No upfront cost
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The Samsung Galaxy S22: Everything you need to know
The Samsung Galaxy S22 family was released in 2022, with a top-end S22 Ultra that replaced the Galaxy Note series.
With three phones in the range - S22, S22 Plus, S22 Ultra - there's something for everyone. Here's everything you need to know about the Samsung Galaxy S22.
Samsung Galaxy S22 design and display
The Galaxy S22 boasts a 6.1-inch FHD+ AMOLED display, 120Hz refresh rate and 240Hz touch input rate.
The colours on the screen are bright and bold, with deep, dark blacks and all the brightness you need for very bright environments like direct sunlight.
The S22 has a very similar design to the S21. It has a Contour Cut camera panel, no 3.5mm headphone jack and a flat-edged front display. In fact, there’s a premium boost in the shape of a glass back as opposed to plastic.
It’s a good-sized device - not too big, not too small. It’s ideal for one-handed use. As for available colours, it comes in Phantom Black, Phantom White, Pink Gold or Green.
How good is the Samsung Galaxy S22 camera?
Samsung’s S series smartphones enjoy some of the best cameras on any handset, and the S22’s imaging capabilities are very, very good, even by today’s standards.
The S22 includes a trio of lenses on the back - 12MP ultrawide, 50MP wide and 10MP telephoto. On the front, there's a 10MP camera for all your selfie needs.
How big is the Samsung Galaxy S22?
2022's flagship Samsung Galaxy S series comes in a range of sizes - the standard S22, Plus and Ultra models, with the Ultra being the largest of the bunch.
The standard S22 has a 6.1-inch dynamic AMOLED display, with a 120Hz refresh rate, and blue-light reducing Eye Comfort Shield.
How much does the Samsung Galaxy S22 cost?
The Samsung Galaxy S22 was relatively reasonably priced at its launch, for just £769. Samsung no longer sells it, but you can find it SIM-free for around £200-400, or on contract on one of the deals above.
If you’re interested in something a little less expensive, check out our deals on the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE. It’s a lot like the S21 but with a bigger screen, longer lasting battery and cheaper price - since a few features have been slightly downgraded.
Samsung Galaxy S22 vs S23: what's the difference?
The Samsung S23 range features a more advanced processor with the Qualcomm Snapdragon® 8 Gen 2 chipset which allows you to use higher frame rates and enjoy sharper, more vivid graphics. It also has a larger 3,900mAh battery and a new and improved cooling system in place, all of which makes the performance faster and more impressive.
The camera set up on both the standard and plus models is exactly the same so you won't be compromising on photo quality. However, the price of the newer S23 phones is an extra £200 - £300.
Samsung Galaxy S25 vs S22: what’s the difference?
The Galaxy S25 is Samsung’s latest entry in the Galaxy S family. Physically, it’s a little different to the S22, but not as much as you might expect given the three-year gap between them. But on the software side, it’s all change.
Since the S22 launched in 2022, AI has infiltrated smartphones in a big way. The S25 features the same Circle to Search and photo editing features as the S24, but now has Google’s Gemini AI assistant onboard. And it gives you AI briefings throughout the day.
The S25 is 5g lighter than the S22, and just under half a gram slimmer. The camera hardware remains the same bar a slightly upgraded front-facer for selfies, though the S25 has more advanced camera software to produce better results. The S25 has a more powerful Qualcomm processor that’s custom-tuned just for Samsung, and a larger battery for a whopping 10 hours of extra battery life while watching video. The screen is also slightly bigger and a lot brighter.
Is the Samsung Galaxy S22 worth buying?
The Samsung Galaxy S22 was undoubtedly one of 2022’s top-tier smartphone releases, and three years later, it’s still up there.
The Galaxy S is essentially the Android world’s version of the iPhone, many even regard it as superior to Apple’s iconic smartphone. So you always know you’re getting one of the best pieces of tech money can buy.
If you’re looking for a new phone, or are due an upgrade, the S22 is definitely worth considering. However, the more recent Samsung Galaxy S23, S24 and S25 have even more premium features you may want to consider – but of course, they are more expensive.
FAQs
How long does the Samsung Galaxy S22 battery last?
The Samsung Galaxy S22 comes with a big 3,700 mAh battery that you’ll be able to use for the whole day. Wireless charging is a welcome feature too.
When did the Samsung Galaxy S22 launch?
The Samsung Galaxy S22 was revealed at the Samsung Unpacked event on 9th February 2022.
Is the Samsung Galaxy S22 better than S21?
The Samsung Galaxy S22 is an upgrade on the S21 in every way - better screen, improved camera, faster processor, longer lasting battery and more.
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Written by Archie Burkinshaw, Content Editor
Updated on 7 February 2025