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Samsung Galaxy A52 5G#626

Released: 2021, March 17

Samsung Galaxy A52 5G

Overall Score

73.3

Category Breakdown

Overall(#626)73.3
Performance(#1832)83.4
Camera(#661)92.0
Display(#732)91.9
Battery(#2898)30.6
Build(#283)90.4
Connectivity(#1123)80.5
Audio(#115)87.6

Comparisons Featuring Samsung Galaxy A52 5G

Short Review

  • The Samsung Galaxy A52 5G features a sleek design with dimensions of 159.9 x 75.1 x 8.4 mm and a weight of 189 grams, utilizing Gorilla Glass 5 on the front and a plastic back.
  • Its 6.5-inch Super AMOLED display boasts a resolution of 1080 x 2400 pixels, a 120Hz refresh rate, and HDR10+ support, providing vibrant visuals and smooth scrolling.
  • Powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 750G chipset, it offers solid performance with an octa-core CPU and options for 128GB or 256GB of storage paired with 4GB to 8GB of RAM.
  • The camera system includes a 64 MP main sensor with optical image stabilization, a 12 MP ultrawide lens, and two additional 5 MP sensors for macro and depth, capable of recording 4K video.
  • A 32 MP front camera ensures high-quality selfies.
  • The 4500 mAh battery supports 25W fast charging but lacks wireless charging.
  • Running on Android 11 with an upgrade path to Android 14 and One UI 6.1, it offers a user-friendly interface.
  • Connectivity options include 5G, Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0, and NFC.
  • The device features stereo speakers and retains a headphone jack, enhancing its multimedia capabilities.
  • Available in multiple colors, the Galaxy A52 5G combines style with functionality.

Specifications

General

Release Date2021, March 17
Announced2021, March 17
DescriptionNot to be confused with Samsung Galaxy A52

Display

Size6.5"
TypeSuper AMOLED, 120Hz, HDR10+, 800 nits (HBM)
Resolution1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~407 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate120Hz
HDR Support
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 5

Performance

ChipsetQualcomm SM7225 Snapdragon 750G 5G (8 nm)
CPUOcta-core (2x2.2 GHz Kryo 570 & 6x1.8 GHz Kryo 570)
GPUAdreno 619
Memory128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 4GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM
Expandable Storage
Card SlotmicroSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)

Camera

Main Camera64 MP, f/1.8, 26mm (wide), 1/1.7X", 0.8µm, PDAF, OIS12 MP, f/2.2, 123˚ (ultrawide), 1.12µm5 MP, f/2.4, (macro)5 MP, f/2.4, (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@30/60fps; gyro-EIS
Selfie Video4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps
Optical Stabilization
Night Mode
Raw Photo Support

Battery

Capacity4500 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 4500 mAh
Charging Details25W wired, 50% in 30 min
Fast Charging
Wireless Charging

Build & Safety

Dimensions159.9 x 75.1 x 8.4 mm (6.30 x 2.96 x 0.33 in)
Weight189 g
MaterialsGlass front (Gorilla Glass 5), plastic back
ColorsAwesome Black, Awesome White, Awesome Violet, Awesome Blue
Foldable
SAR0.74 W/kg (head)     0.53 W/kg (body)

Connectivity

SIMNano-SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
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

Audio

Stereo Speakers
LoudspeakerYes, with stereo speakers
Audio JackYes

Software & Security

Operating SystemAndroid 11, upgradable to Android 14, One UI 6.1
Fingerprint
Face Unlock
SensorsFingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, compass