Last Updated on May 23, 2021 by Rick Darlinton
Newly released, Samsung Galaxy A52 is a 5G-supported device that is majorly targeted to the mid-range smartphone market. From a large display to a solid battery, the latest Galaxy device has a lot of things to offer, but also falls short on certain parameters. Therefore, to help you make the right choice, I have come up with this detailed Samsung Galaxy A52 5G review, listing its major features, pros, cons, and more.
Overall Design and Screen
To start with our Samsung Galaxy A52 5G review, let’s have a look at the design of the product – as it is the first thing that we notice. Samsung A52 has a Gorilla Glass 5 front while the rear is made up of polycarbonate.
The device is known for its ultra-wide 6.5-inch Infinite-O screen that supports a full HD display. The Super AMOLED display has a 120 Hz refresh rate and supports 1080 by 2400 pixels resolution. Needless to say, the display of the Samsung A52 model is almost as good as any other flagship model of Samsung.
Power-packed Performance
In any Samsung A52 review, you will note how impressively the device has performed, making it ideal for gaming and business requirements. The device runs on Qualcomm SM7225 Snapdragon 750G chipset, which is ideal for 5G models. It also has an Adreno 619 GPU to support the performance of heavy games without much delay.
Compared to the Exynos chip that was running on the previous A51 model, this has to be a major improvement. Nevertheless, it still isn’t as good as the Snapdragon 765G chipset that runs on premium models. Therefore, while the device has a far better performance compared to other mid-range models, it still can’t handle a heavy load as seamlessly as other flagship devices.
Game Booster Technology
Even though Samsung Galaxy A52 5G is a mid-range device, it has come up with a dedicated feature for gamers. The octa-core processor has integrated a unique Game Booster technology to run even heavyweight games on its 6GB RAM. The features will also provide a seamless gaming experience with easy-to-touch menu, better battery performance, phone temperature control, and a frame booster.
Long-lasting Battery
One of the best things about the Samsung A52 5G is its Li-Po 4500 mAh battery that provides a lasting performance for gameplay, streaming, and other activities. Besides that, A52 also supports a 25W super-charging feature that can charge around 50% of your device in just 30 minutes and provides a complete charging in around 70 minutes.
The super-charge feature is mostly provided in flagship devices these days and it was a pleasant surprise to find it in mid-range phones. After some tests, it was observed that around 50% of the phone’s battery support 6-7 hours of its continuous usage.
5G Support
Another prominent reason for getting a Samsung Galaxy A52 5G is its seamless support to 5G technology (which is rare in mid-range phones). It is based on the C Band and Sub-6GHz frequency carriers that are supported by almost every leading network. This will give you the power to access the internet in the 5G speed and get better streaming or downloading experience.
Premium Rear Camera (and a Moderate Front Camera)
When we talk about the rear camera setup of the Samsung A52, we have a winner. This Samsung A52 review would be incomplete without the mention of the quad-lens camera setup of the device.
The Samsung device has a 64-megapixel standard wide lens, a 12-megapixel ultrawide lens, a 5-megapixel macro lens, and a 5-megapixel depth sensor. With the help of the depth-sensor lens, you can take photos in Portrait Mode seamlessly. The camera setup would also let you click ultra-wide and high-quality pictures in different modes.
Besides that, you can also access a 32-megapixel front-facing camera in Samsung A52. While the camera provides satisfactory results, it lacked in features like depth capture and saturation effects.
Storage, Communication, and More
As of now, Samsung Galaxy A52 is available in 128 GB storage with a 6 GB RAM variant while the higher model has an internal storage of 256 GB and 8 GB RAM. Though, you can extend the memory of your A52 device by up to 1 TB.
Apart from that, the Samsung phone supports WiFi Direct, NFC, and GALILEO GPS. You will also get an in-screen front fingerprint sensor, making the device secure and look stunning at the same time. While A52 runs on Android 11, it comes with a pre-installed overlay of One UI 3.0, which is Samsung’s native interface.
Pricing and Availability
The price for a new Samsung A52 5G model starts from $374.99 (128/6GB) as of now. The price of its best model (256/8GB) is $499, which offers other add-on features. The Samsung device is available in 4 color options – black, white, violet, and blue.
Overall Verdict
To conclude our Samsung Galaxy A52 review, I would recommend the device for those who would like to have a power-packed phone under $500. While there are a few limitations in the model, it does give the feel of a premium device with features like NFC, Game Booster, and 5G.
Pros
- Battery life is pretty decent and it even supports smart charging.
- There is a dedicated game booster technology to provide a better gaming experience.
- The device is fully compatible with 5G network technology.
- Premium features like a large display, quad-lens camera, NFC, IP67, and more.
Cons
- The back and side of the phone are only made of polycarbonate.
- Overall processing and performance can be slightly better.
I’m sure that after reading our Samsung Galaxy A52 5G review, you would be able to know more about the major features of the device. Ideally, it is one of the best mid-range smartphones out there that supports 5G technology and offers several others features that would add value to your life.
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