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Samsung's budget-focused Galaxy M lineup is speeding toward a major sales landmark, driven by strong demand in price-conscious markets and fresh launches like the Galaxy M17 5G.
How the M series won the budget crowd
Samsung fast-tracked the Galaxy M17 5G after seeing the unexpectedly strong response to the Galaxy M16 5G, according to Akshay S. Rao in an interview with Hindustan Times. The M16 became a standout seller in India last year, especially in the INR 10,000 to INR 15,000 segment (roughly $120–$180), a sweet spot for users who want reliable performance without a hefty price tag.
Value over glitz: M vs A
The company has positioned the Galaxy M series as a value-first alternative to the Galaxy A family. While the A lineup mixes midrange features with polished designs, the M series focuses on core strengths — battery life, solid hardware, and aggressive pricing. That formula has resonated across India and other emerging markets.
Close to a 60 million landmark
Samsung revealed that the Galaxy M series has sold nearly 60 million units since its 2019 debut and expects to cross that threshold by the end of the year. That’s a notable achievement for a lineup built around affordability and practical features.
What this means for Samsung
- Demand in the INR 10,000–15,000 band remains crucial for volume and brand reach.
- Fast product turns, like the quick rollout of the M17 5G, show Samsung is reacting rapidly to market signals.
- Strong M-series sales help Samsung maintain share in price-sensitive regions while it pushes higher-end models.
At the same time, Samsung is seeing growth at the premium end: sales of phones above INR 30,000 (about $340) rose about 40% year-over-year, helped by models such as the Galaxy S24 FE, Galaxy S24, and Galaxy S24 Ultra during festive sales. That suggests a dual strategy — defend the volume-driven budget segment while expanding the footprint of premium devices.
Beyond phones: the ecosystem advantage
Samsung also reports rising interest in its broader mobile ecosystem. More buyers are adding smartwatches, tablets, and wireless earbuds, which boosts long-term user engagement and average revenue per customer. In short, the Galaxy M series brings users into Samsung’s ecosystem, where upsells to higher-end phones and accessories become easier.
As the M series approaches 60 million sales, the story is less about a single model and more about a repeatable playbook: deliver dependable specs at an accessible price, move quickly when demand spikes, and use those customers to deepen ecosystem ties.
Source: sammobile
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