Overall Score
64.5Category Breakdown
Overall(#1395)64.5
Performance(#1244)70.8
Camera(#1530)47.9
Display(#1845)79.5
Battery(#3466)51.0
Build(#1600)77.8
Comparisons Featuring Samsung Galaxy A51 5G UW
Short Review
- The Samsung Galaxy A51 5G UW features a sleek design with dimensions of 158.8 x 73.4 x 8.6 mm and a weight of 188.8g, utilizing Gorilla Glass 3 on the front and a plastic back.
- It boasts a 6.5-inch Super AMOLED display with a resolution of 1080 x 2400 pixels, providing vibrant colors and sharp visuals at approximately 405 ppi.
- Powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G chipset, it offers solid performance with an octa-core CPU and Adreno 620 GPU, complemented by 6GB of RAM and 128GB of storage.
- The camera system includes a versatile 48 MP main sensor, a 12 MP ultrawide lens, a 5 MP macro, and a 5 MP depth sensor, capable of recording 4K video at 30fps.
- The 32 MP front camera delivers high-quality selfies.
- A 4500 mAh battery supports 15W charging, ensuring decent longevity throughout the day.
- Running on Android 10 with One UI 2, the software experience is smooth and user-friendly.
- Connectivity options include 5G support, dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.0, and NFC.
- The phone lacks wireless charging and stereo speakers but retains a headphone jack for audio.
- Overall, the Galaxy A51 5G UW combines a modern design with competent performance and camera capabilities.
Specifications
General
Release Date2020, August 14
Announced2020, August 14
DescriptionVersions: SM-A516V (Verizon)
Display
Size6.5"
TypeSuper AMOLED
Resolution1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~405 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 3
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm SM7250 Snapdragon 765G 5G (7 nm)
CPUOcta-core (1x2.4 GHz Kryo 475 Prime & 1x2.2 GHz Kryo 475 Gold & 6x1.8 GHz Kryo 475 Silver)
GPUAdreno 620
Memory128GB 6GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)
Camera
Main Camera48 MP
Main Camera Details48 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)
Front Camera32 MP
Front Camera Details32 MP, f/2.2, 26mm (wide), 1/2.8", 0.8µm
Video Recording4K@30fps, 1080p@30/120fps; gyro-EIS
Selfie Video4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity4500 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 4500 mAh
Charging Details15W wired
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions158.8 x 73.4 x 8.6 mm (6.25 x 2.89 x 0.34 in)
Weight188.8 g
MaterialsGlass front (Gorilla Glass 3), plastic back, aluminum frame
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsPrism Bricks Blue
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM (pre-installed)
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G
Network SpeedHSPA, LTE, 5G
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
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 10, One UI 2
OS VersionAndroid 10, One UI 2
Security
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes