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Samsung Galaxy A72#803

Released: 2021, March 17

Samsung Galaxy A72

Overall Score

69.1

Category Breakdown

Overall(#803)69.1
Performance(#1698)83.7
Camera(#661)92.0
Display(#1293)83.2
Battery(#1527)33.7
Build(#1694)72.6
Connectivity(#2374)62.7
Audio(#115)87.6

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Short Review

  • The Samsung Galaxy A72 features a sleek design with dimensions of 165 x 77.4 x 8.4 mm and a weight of 203g, utilizing Gorilla Glass 5 on the front and a plastic frame and back.
  • Its 6.7-inch Super AMOLED display offers a resolution of 1080 x 2400 pixels with a 90Hz refresh rate, providing vibrant visuals and smooth scrolling.
  • Performance is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G chipset, coupled with options for 6GB or 8GB of RAM, ensuring efficient multitasking.
  • The camera system includes a versatile quad setup with a 64 MP main sensor, 8 MP telephoto with 3x optical zoom, 12 MP ultrawide, and a 5 MP macro lens, capable of 4K video recording.
  • The front-facing 32 MP camera delivers high-quality selfies.
  • A robust 5000mAh battery supports 25W charging, ensuring extended usage without frequent recharges.
  • The device runs on Android 11, upgradable to Android 12, with One UI 4.1, offering a user-friendly interface.
  • Connectivity options include dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.0, and NFC, but it does not support 5G.
  • Additional features include stereo speakers and a headphone jack, enhancing the multimedia experience.
  • Available in multiple colors, the A72 combines style and functionality effectively.

Specifications

General

Release Date2021, March 17
Announced2021, March 17
DescriptionN/A

Display

Size6.7"
TypeSuper AMOLED, 90Hz, 800 nits (HBM)
Resolution1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~394 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate90Hz
HDR Support✗
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 5

Performance

ChipsetQualcomm SM7125 Snapdragon 720G (8 nm)
CPUOcta-core (2x2.3 GHz Kryo 465 Gold & 6x1.8 GHz Kryo 465 Silver)
GPUAdreno 618
Memory128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 6GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)

Camera

Main Camera64 MP, f/1.8, 26mm (wide), 1/1.7", 0.8µm, PDAF, OIS8 MP, f/2.4, (telephoto), 1.0µm, PDAF, OIS, 3x optical zoom12 MP, f/2.2, 123˚ (ultrawide), 1.12µm5 MP, f/2.4, (macro)
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

Capacity5000 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 5000 mAh
Charging Details25W wired
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗

Build & Safety

Dimensions165 x 77.4 x 8.4 mm (6.50 x 3.05 x 0.33 in)
Weight203 g
MaterialsGlass front (Gorilla Glass 5), plastic frame, plastic back
ColorsAwesome Black, Awesome White, Awesome Violet, Awesome Blue
Foldable✗
SARN/A

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, with stereo speakers
Audio JackYes

Software & Security

Operating SystemAndroid 11, upgradable to Android 12, One UI 4.1
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, compass