Samsung has introduced the Galaxy Buddy 5, an affordable smartphone, in South Korea. This device is a rebranded version of the Galaxy A17 5G, which was launched in other markets in August 2025. With its large display and IP54 rating, the Galaxy Buddy 5 is ideal for teenagers receiving their first phone or for elderly family members.
Priced at KRW 528,000 (around $351.77), the Galaxy Buddy 5 is available exclusively through the LG Uplus network. It comes in Black, Blue, and Grey, with a configuration of 6GB RAM and 128GB internal storage. Customers can benefit from trade-in offers, receiving up to KRW 20,000 ($13) or even KRW 50,000 ($33) in Naver Pay points for eligible devices.
The smartphone features a 6.7-inch Super AMOLED Infinity-U display with Full HD+ resolution, a refresh rate of up to 90Hz, and a brightness of 800 nits. It is powered by the 5nm Exynos 1330 processor and runs on Android 16-based One UI 8.0, with software updates assured for five years. Photography enthusiasts will appreciate its 13MP front camera, 50MP main rear camera with OIS, a 5MP ultrawide lens, and a 2MP macro camera. The device also supports 1080p video recording at 30fps and includes a side-mounted fingerprint sensor and a single loudspeaker.
