When it comes to gaming, this phone has never been a contender because it does not have the necessary power, cooling, or battery life. However, it is excellent as a workhorse and as a media station. The most important thing to realize about this phone is that it has these capabilities. It is designed for people who want the device to have a typical appearance, as well as be comfortable and pleasant to use on a day-to-day basis, while at the same time being affordable. I would even venture to suggest that the majority of users will not be able to differentiate between the A50 and the S10 in terms of performance. I wouldn't want one for me, but it seems that my wife is pleased with it.