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Samsung Galaxy M01

Avoid buyingValue Score 40/100
$50
India/Asia entry-level launch (~Rs 8,999); no official US release, approximate USD equivalent
$120 at launch

How long will it last?

Our estimate

Supported until June 2022 · Buy-by June 2020

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Apple doesn't publish an end date, but iPhones have a consistent ~2-year update track record — on that basis the Galaxy M01 should be supported until around June 2022. Buying it today still gets you about -4.0 years of safe use (Apple's written legal minimum is 5 years).

Source: Samsung's official policy · last verified 2026-06-12 · how we compute this

Our verdict

A bare-bones budget phone from 2020 whose tiny screen and ended support make it a basic-use-only device.

Pros

  • Compact 5.7-inch form factor that's easy to handle
  • Decent 4000mAh battery for its small size
  • Very low purchase price

Cons

  • Software support has ended
  • Slow Snapdragon 439 and only 3GB RAM
  • Outdated microUSB port and low-res HD+ screen
Best for: Minimal smartphone needs on the tightest budgetBest for: A first phone for kids or seniorsAvoid if: You want any future updatesAvoid if: You run demanding apps or games

Full specifications

Display

💡 Bigger numbers = smoother scrolling (Hz) and easier outdoor reading (nits).

Screen5.7-inch PLS LCD, 720 x 1520 (HD+), 60Hz
Performance

💡 The phone's brain — it decides speed today and how well it ages.

ChipsetQualcomm Snapdragon 439
RAM3GB
Storage32GB
Cameras

💡 Megapixels aren't everything — lens variety matters more day-to-day.

main13MP
depth2MP
front5MP
Battery & charging

💡 Capacity in mAh — bigger usually means longer between charges.

Battery4,000 mAh
Charging10W wired (microUSB)
Build

💡 Size, weight, and the materials between your phone and the floor.

Dimensions147.5 × 70.9 × 8.6 mm
Weight168 g
MaterialsPlastic frame and back, plastic front
Water resistanceNone
Software & connectivity

💡 The software it ships with, and how far it can upgrade.

SoftwareAndroid 10 with One UI Core 2.0 at launch
Connectivity4G LTE, Wi-Fi 4, Bluetooth 4.2, GPS, microUSB
Update policy~1 years of updates (our estimate from Samsung's track record — written minimum is 5 years)

Better-value alternatives

Similar price, lower cost per month of safe ownership.

Frequently asked questions

How long will the Galaxy M01 get updates?

It shipped with Android 10 and received roughly two years of security patches before support ended around 2022. It no longer gets new updates.

What chipset does the Galaxy M01 use?

It runs the Snapdragon 439, an entry-level 12nm chip suited only to light tasks like calling, messaging and basic browsing.

Is the Galaxy M01 a small phone?

Yes. Its 5.7-inch display makes it one of the more compact M-series models, which suits users who prefer a phone that's easy to use one-handed.

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Specs are collected from manufacturer documentation; prices reflect major US retailers and change often. Support end dates follow each brand's official policy (or, for Apple, its documented historical pattern). Last verified 2026-06-12.