Samsung launched the Galaxy M35 5G in India in July 2024 at Rs 19,999 for 6 GB/128 GB, through Amazon and Samsung's store. It borrowed the Exynos 1380 from the Galaxy A35 and A54, which meant a clear performance step over the M34, along with a vapour chamber for better heat management during games.
The 6.6-inch Super AMOLED panel has a punch-hole cutout and a 120Hz refresh rate, protected by Gorilla Glass Victus+. The plastic build is functional and the phone is on the heavier side, partly due to the large battery. Exynos 1380 runs daily tasks smoothly, but the Redmi Note 13 Pro and CMF Phone 1 offered strong alternatives for less money.
Its camera system includes a 50 MP main sensor, 8 MP ultrawide and 2 MP macro, plus a 13 MP selfie camera; photos are dependable in daylight. The 6000 mAh battery lasts a very long time, and 25W charging remains slow for a cell this large. Samsung Wallet with tap-to-pay support and four years of OS upgrades added appeal for long-term users.
Key specifications
| Launch price (India) | Rs 19,999 (base variant) |
|---|---|
| India launch | July 2024 |
| Segment | Budget |
| Display | 6.6-inch, Super AMOLED, 120Hz, 1080 x 2340 |
| Processor | Exynos 1380 |
| RAM | 6 GB / 8 GB |
| Storage | 128 GB / 256 GB |
| Rear cameras | 50 MP main + 8 MP ultrawide + 2 MP macro |
| Front camera | 13 MP |
| Battery | 6000 mAh |
| Charging | 25W wired |
| Software at launch | Android 14, One UI 6.1 |
| 5G | Yes |
| Headphone jack | No |
| Colours | Moonlight Blue, Daybreak Blue, Thunder Grey |
What we like
- Exynos 1380 with vapour chamber
- Huge 6000 mAh battery
- Punch-hole 120Hz AMOLED
- Long update promise
What could be better
- Slow charging for the battery size
- Heavy plastic build
- Macro camera adds little
Who should buy it
Buyers who want long battery life and a smooth AMOLED in a Samsung under Rs 20,000.
Specifications and price are as at the India launch (July 2024). Prices change after launch – check current prices before buying.