Overall Score
56.2Category Breakdown
Overall(#1660)56.2
Performance(#2574)76.8
Camera(#1325)64.7
Display(#1312)82.8
Battery(#3439)28.1
Build(#397)88.1
Connectivity(#2374)62.7
Audio(#1963)8.9
Comparisons Featuring Samsung Galaxy A51
Short Review
- The Samsung Galaxy A51 features a sleek design with dimensions of 158.5 x 73.6 x 7.9 mm and a weight of 172 grams, utilizing Gorilla Glass 3 on the front and a plastic back and frame.
- Its 6.5-inch Super AMOLED display offers a resolution of 1080 x 2400 pixels, providing vibrant colors and sharp images at approximately 405 ppi, though it operates at a standard 60Hz refresh rate.
- Powered by the Exynos 9611 chipset, it supports octa-core processing with a combination of Cortex-A73 and Cortex-A53 cores, ensuring reliable performance for everyday tasks.
- The camera setup includes a 48 MP main sensor, a 12 MP ultrawide lens, a 5 MP macro lens, and a 5 MP depth sensor, capable of recording 4K video at 30fps, while the 32 MP front camera excels in selfies.
- The 4000 mAh battery supports 15W charging, providing decent longevity for daily use without wireless charging capabilities.
- Running on Android 10, it is upgradable to Android 13 with One UI 5, offering a user-friendly interface and features.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0, and NFC, but it lacks 5G support.
- The device does not have stereo speakers but retains a headphone jack for wired audio.
- Available in multiple colors, the Galaxy A51 combines aesthetic appeal with functional specifications.
Specifications
General
Release Date2019, December 12
Announced2019, December 12
DescriptionAlso available with 5GVersions: SM-A515F/DSN (Global); SM-A515F/DS (LATAM); SM-A515F/DST (Brazil); SM-A515F/DSM (Russia); SM-A515F/N (Australia); SM-A515U (USA)
Display
Size6.5"
TypeSuper AMOLED
Resolution1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~405 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support✗
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 3
Performance
ChipsetExynos 9611 (10 nm)
CPUOcta-core (4x2.3 GHz Cortex-A73 & 4x1.7 GHz Cortex-A53)
GPUMali-G72 MP3
Memory64GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 6GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera48 MP, f/2.0, 26mm (wide), 1/2.0", 0.8µm, PDAF12 MP, f/2.2, 123˚ (ultrawide)5 MP, f/2.4, (macro)5 MP, f/2.2, (depth)
Main Camera FeaturesLED flash, panorama, HDR
Front Camera32 MP, f/2.2, 26mm (wide), 1/2.8", 0.8µm
Front Camera FeaturesHDR
Video Recording4K@30fps, 1080p@30/120fps; gyro-EIS
Selfie Video4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps
Optical Stabilization✗
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗
Battery
Capacity4000 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 4000 mAh, non-removable
Charging Details15W wired
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions158.5 x 73.6 x 7.9 mm (6.24 x 2.90 x 0.31 in)
Weight172 g
MaterialsGlass front (Gorilla Glass 3), plastic back, plastic frame
ColorsPrism Crush Black, Prism Crush White, Prism Crush Blue, Prism Crush Pink
Foldable✗
SAR0.80 W/kg (head) 0.67 W/kg (body)
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA, LTE
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth5.0, A2DP, LE
NFC✓
USBUSB Type-C 2.0, OTG
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes
Software & Security
Operating SystemAndroid 10, upgradable to Android 13, One UI 5
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, compass