Category Breakdown
Camera
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Main sensor resolution
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Galaxy A53 5G
Battery capacity (5,000 mAh)
WinsCharging
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Wired charging speed
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Galaxy A52 5G
AnTuTu benchmark (334,981 pts)
WinsDisplay
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Screen size
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Total weight
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Specs-per-dollar (server score)
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| Spec | Galaxy A52 5G | Galaxy A53 5G |
|---|---|---|
Display | ||
| 6.5" | 6.5" | |
| 1,080 × 2,400 | 1,080 × 2,400 | |
| Super AMOLED | Super AMOLED | |
| 120Hz | 120Hz | |
| 800 nits | 800 nits | |
Camera | ||
| 64 MP | 64 MP | |
| Quad | Quad | |
| Yes | Yes | |
| Fingerprint (under display, Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, compass, gyro, optical) | Fingerprint (under display, Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, barometer (market/region dependent), compass, gyro, optical) | |
Performance | ||
| Qualcomm SM7225 Snapdragon 750G 5G (8 nm) | Exynos 1280 (5 nm) | |
| 334,981 | 329,802 | |
| 8 GB | 8 GB | |
| 256 GB | 256 GB | |
Battery | ||
| 4,500 mAh | 5,000 mAh | |
| 25W | 25W | |
| No | No | |
Build | ||
| 189g | 189g | |
| 8.4mm | 8.1mm | |
| Glass front (Gorilla Glass 5), plastic back | Glass front (Gorilla Glass 5), plastic frame, plastic back | |
| IP67 | IP67 | |
| Mid-Range | Mid-Range | |
Who Each Phone Is Really For
If your priorities differ from the verdict above, start here.
Performance seekers
Samsung Galaxy A52 5G
This device offers a slightly higher raw performance score thanks to its Snapdragon processor.
Best overall value
Samsung Galaxy A53 5G
It combines a larger battery and a more efficient chipset at a lower price point.