Overall Score
69.5Category Breakdown
Overall(#577)69.5
Performance(#1225)70.8
Camera(#465)53.2
Display(#626)88.5
Battery(#1270)63.0
Build(#1560)77.8
Comparisons Featuring Samsung Galaxy A53 5G
Short Review
- The Samsung Galaxy A53 5G features a sleek design with dimensions of 159.6 x 74.8 x 8.1 mm and a weight of 189g, utilizing Gorilla Glass 5 on the front and a plastic frame and back.
- Its 6.5-inch Super AMOLED display offers a resolution of 1080 x 2400 pixels with a 120Hz refresh rate, ensuring smooth visuals.
- Powered by the Exynos 1280 chipset, the phone delivers solid performance with an octa-core CPU and options for up to 8GB of RAM.
- The camera system includes a 64 MP main sensor with OIS, a 12 MP ultrawide, and two 5 MP sensors for macro and depth, capable of recording 4K video.
- A 32 MP front camera enhances selfies, providing high-quality images.
- The 5000 mAh battery supports 25W charging, ensuring long usage without frequent recharges.
- Running on Android 12 with One UI 7, the device promises up to four major Android upgrades.
- Connectivity options include 5G, Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.1, and NFC.
- The phone also features stereo speakers but lacks a headphone jack.
- Available in Black, White, Blue, and Peach, it combines functionality with aesthetic appeal.
Specifications
General
Release Date2022, March 17
Announced2022, March 17
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size6.5"
TypeSuper AMOLED, 120Hz, 800 nits (HBM)
Resolution1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~405 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate120Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 5
Performance
ChipsetExynos 1280 (5 nm)
CPUOcta-core (2x2.4 GHz Cortex-A78 & 6x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55)
GPUMali-G68
Memory128GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 6GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)
Camera
Main Camera64 MP
Main Camera Details64 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)
Front Camera32 MP
Front Camera Details32 MP, f/2.2, 26mm (wide), 1/2.8", 0.8µm
Video Recording4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps; gyro-EIS
Selfie Video4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps
OIS✓
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity5000 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 5000 mAh
Charging Details25W wired
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions159.6 x 74.8 x 8.1 mm (6.28 x 2.94 x 0.32 in)
Weight189 g
MaterialsGlass front (Gorilla Glass 5), plastic frame, plastic back
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsBlack, White, Blue, Peach
Foldable✗
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
Bluetooth5.1, A2DP, LE
NFC✓
USBUSB Type-C 2.0, OTG
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✗
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 12, up to 4 major Android upgrades, One UI 7
OS VersionAndroid 12, up to 4 major Android upgrades, One UI 7
Security
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, compass, barometer (market/region dependent)
Audio
Stereo Speakers✓
LoudspeakerYes, with stereo speakers
Audio JackNo