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Samsung
6 GB / 128 GB / Americas / SM-A525M · Launched March 2021
Overview
NeoScore
5.7
#2000 of 6247
- Design & display
- 7.0
- Performance & hardware
- 4.4
- Camera
- 7.3
- Connectivity
- 5.8
- Battery & charging
- 4.8
Strengths
- The display's 407 ppi density is higher than that of most phones launched around the same time.
- Its 64 MP camera resolution and 1/1.7-inch sensor are better than those of most phones launched around the same time.
Weak points
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- Display
- 6.5″AMOLED1,080 × 2,400 px90 Hz
- Design
- 189 g75.1 mm159.9 mm8.4 mm
- Performance
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 720GOcta-Core8 GB RAM128 GB / 256 GB
- AnTuTu
- 341,212Better than 72% of phones
- Battery
- 4,500 mAh25 W
- Cameras
- 64 Mpx · f/1.812 Mpx · f/2.25 Mpx · f/2.45 Mpx · f/2.4
- Network
- 4G3G2G
- Software
- Android 11
Editorial report
Samsung Galaxy A52 6 GB / 128 GB / Americas / SM-A525M technical sheet
The Samsung Galaxy A52 suits people looking for an all-purpose phone with a sharp display and a versatile camera setup. Its 6.5-inch AMOLED display has a density of 407 ppi, higher than that of most phones launched around the same time. The 90 Hz refresh rate is typical for its era. IP67 protection covers dust and water, while stereo speakers provide a built-in option for video and audio.
The 64 MP camera pairs a 1/1.7-inch sensor with optical image stabilization. Both its resolution and sensor size are better than those of most phones from the same period. The phone also has a 12 MP ultrawide camera and records 4K video at 30 fps. This configuration comes with 6 GB of RAM and 128 GB of expandable storage; the Galaxy A52 is also sold in 4 GB / 128 GB, 8 GB / 128 GB, and 8 GB / 256 GB configurations. Its processor is the Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G, and it runs Android 11 with two years of operating system update support.
With an overall NeoScore of 5.7, the Galaxy A52 is a suitable choice for anyone who prioritizes a high-density display and a camera with optical stabilization, while also wanting IP67 protection and stereo sound.
Technical index
NeoScore
NeoScore is NeoTeo's technical index: it weighs each phone's verified specifications and compares them with those of the phones of its time.
5.72
/10
Prices in United States
Selected variant
6 GB / 128 GB / Americas / SM-A525M
Design & display
7.0
- Display Technology AMOLED
- 8.7
- Display Refresh Rate 90 Hz
- 7.0
- Display Pixel Density 407 ppi
- 8.6
- Peak Display Brightness 800 nits
- 6.5
- Display Features Gorilla Glass 5, Hole-Punch Notch, Capacitive Touch, Multi-Touch, Scratch Resistant, Frameless, Always-On Display
- 2.0
- Weight 189 g
- 7.1
- Resistance Features IP67
- 7.0
- Usable Surface 84.1 %
- 7.7
- Body Thickness 8.4 mm
- 7.2
Performance & hardware
4.4
- AnTuTu Score 341,212
- 1.9
- RAM Capacity 8 GB
- 5.1
- Storage Type UFS 2.1
- 4.5
- Processor Process Size 8 nm
- 5.0
- Maximum Storage Capacity 256 GB
- 5.6
- Maximum CPU Clock 2.3 GHz
- 5.3
- RAM Type DDR4
- 5.0
Camera
7.3
- Sensor Size 1/1.7″
- 6.3
- Aperture f/1.8
- 8.0
- Optical Image Stabilization Yes
- 10.0
- Resolution 64 Mpx
- 8.0
- Camera Features LED Flash, Panorama, HDR, 4K Video, Digital Zoom, Quadruple Camera, Digital Image Stabilization, Optical Stabilization, Ultra Stable Video, Autofocus, Touch Focus, Continuous Autofocus, Continuous Shooting, Geotagging, Face Detection, White Balance Settings, ISO Settings, Exposure Compensation, Scene Mode, Self-Timer, Night Mode, Burst Mode, Manual Exposure, Manual Focus, Manual ISO, Manual White Balance, Phase-Detection Autofocus, Time-Lapse, Macro Camera
- 8.0
Connectivity
5.8
- Connectivity Features USB Charging, USB Mass Storage, USB OTG, USB Type-C, NFC, 3.5 mm Audio Jack, FM Radio, Computer Sync, OTA Sync, Tethering, VoLTE, Virtual Proximity Sensing, ANT+
- 3.0
- Cellular Bands 2G GSM 850, 2G GSM 900, 2G GSM 1800, 2G GSM 1900, 3G UMTS B1, 3G UMTS B2, 3G UMTS B4, 3G UMTS B5, 3G UMTS B8, 4G LTE B1, 4G LTE B2, 4G LTE B3, 4G LTE B4, 4G LTE B5, 4G LTE B7, 4G LTE B8, 4G LTE B12, 4G LTE B17, 4G LTE B20, 4G LTE B26, 4G LTE B28A, 4G LTE B28B, 4G LTE B32, 4G LTE B38, 4G LTE B40, 4G LTE B41, 4G LTE B66
- 8.0
- Wi-Fi Standards Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac
- 5.0
- Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 5.0
- 5.0
- Navigation Systems GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo
- 9.0
- SIM Configurations Dual Nano-SIM, Dual SIM Dual Standby
- 7.5
Battery & charging
4.8
- Battery Capacity 4,500 mAh
- 7.4
- Fast Charge Power 25 W
- 5.0
- Battery Features Non-Removable, Fast Charging, Rechargeable, Battery Level Indicator, Charger Included
- 0.0
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- Design & display
- 7.02
- Performance & hardware
- 4.37
- Camera
- 7.28
- Connectivity
- 5.75
- Battery & charging
- 4.77
- NeoScore rank
- #2000 / 6247
Samsung
Technical specifications
Performance
- Processor Model
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G
- Processor Process Size
- 8 nm
- Graphics GPU
- Qualcomm Adreno 618
- Storage Type
- UFS 2.1
- Maximum CPU Clock
- 2.3 GHz
- Maximum Storage Capacity
- 256 GB
- AnTuTu Score
- 341,212
- CPU Description
- Octa-core CPU with 2x2.3 GHz Kryo 465 Gold and 6x1.8 GHz Kryo 465 Silver cores.
- Processor Type
- Octa-Core
- 64-Bit Processor
- Yes
- RAM Capacity
- 8 GB
- RAM Type
- DDR4
- Expandable Storage
- Yes
- AnTuTu version
- v9
Design
- Body Colors
- Black, White, Purple, Blue
- Body Thickness
- 8.4 mm
- Body Width
- 75.1 mm
- Body Height
- 159.9 mm
- Weight
- 189 g
- Usable Surface
- 84.1 %
- Body Materials
- Glass, Plastic, Aluminium Alloy
- Resistance Features
- IP67
- Waterproof Depth
- 1 m
- Foldable
- No
- Rugged Build
- No
Battery
- Battery Capacity
- 4,500 mAh
- Battery Type
- Li-Polymer
- Fast Charge Power
- 25 W
- Battery Features
- Non-Removable, Fast Charging, Rechargeable, Battery Level Indicator, Charger Included
Display
- Display Aspect Ratio
- 20:9
- Display Technology
- AMOLED
- Peak Display Brightness
- 800 nits
- Display Diagonal
- 6.5″
- Display Horizontal Resolution
- 1,080 px
- Display Vertical Resolution
- 2,400 px
- Display Pixel Density
- 407 ppi
- Display Refresh Rate
- 90 Hz
- Display Features
- Gorilla Glass 5, Hole-Punch Notch, Capacitive Touch, Multi-Touch, Scratch Resistant, Frameless, Always-On Display
- Integrated Projector
- No
Sensors
- Fingerprint Sensor Placement
- Under Display
Sensor
- Sensor Features
- Fingerprint Sensor, Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Compass, Hall Sensor, Light Sensor, Proximity Sensor
Software
- Operating System
- Android 11
- OS Family
- Android
- OS Version
- 11
- OS Update Support
- 2 years
- Direct OS Updates
- No
- Google Services
- Yes
- Widevine L1
- Yes
Connectivity
- SIM Configurations
- Dual Nano-SIM, Dual SIM Dual Standby
- Cellular Bands
- 2G GSM 850, 2G GSM 900, 2G GSM 1800, 2G GSM 1900, 3G UMTS B1, 3G UMTS B2, 3G UMTS B4, 3G UMTS B5, 3G UMTS B8, 4G LTE B1, 4G LTE B2, 4G LTE B3, 4G LTE B4, 4G LTE B5, 4G LTE B7, 4G LTE B8, 4G LTE B12, 4G LTE B17, 4G LTE B20, 4G LTE B26, 4G LTE B28A, 4G LTE B28B, 4G LTE B32, 4G LTE B38, 4G LTE B40, 4G LTE B41, 4G LTE B66
- Cellular Technologies
- GSM, HSPA, UMTS, LTE, 4G
- Wi-Fi Standards
- Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac
- Wi-Fi Features
- Dual Band, Wi-Fi Hotspot, Wi-Fi Direct, Wi-Fi Display
- Bluetooth Version
- Bluetooth 5.0
- Bluetooth Profiles
- A2DP, LE, EDR, HID, ANT+
- Navigation Systems
- GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo
- Connectivity Features
- USB Charging, USB Mass Storage, USB OTG, USB Type-C, NFC, 3.5 mm Audio Jack, FM Radio, Computer Sync, OTA Sync, Tethering, VoLTE, Virtual Proximity Sensing, ANT+
- USB Version
- USB 2.0
- SAR (EU) head
- 0.35 W/kg
- SAR (EU) body
- 0.84 W/kg
- Max. download speed
- 800 Mbps
- Max. upload speed
- 150 Mbps
Audio
- Microphone Count
- 2
- Audio Features
- Stereo Speakers, Dolby Atmos, A2DP, EDR, HID, LE, ANT+
Technical
- Model numbers
- SM-A525F, SM-A525F/DS, SM-A525M, SM-A525M/DS
Galaxy A52
Camera system
Every physical camera module is shown separately, with its sensor, lens and capture capabilities.
Rear main camera
- Sensor Model
- Sony IMX682 Exmor RS
- Resolution
- 64 Mpx
- Sensor Type
- CMOS
- Sensor Size
- 1/1.7″
- Pixel Size
- 0.8 µm
- Pixel Binning
- 4 :1
Sensor
- Sensor Model
- Sony IMX682 Exmor RS
- Resolution
- 64 Mpx
- Sensor Type
- CMOS
- Sensor Size
- 1/1.7″
- Pixel Size
- 0.8 µm
- Pixel Binning
- 4 :1
Video
- Video Recording
- 4K at 30 fps, 1080p at 30 fps, 1080p at 60 fps, Gyro-EIS
- Slow Motion Video
- Yes
- Slow Motion Frame Rate
- 120 fps
Lens
- Aperture
- f/1.8
- Optical Image Stabilization
- Yes
Flash
- Flash Type
- LED
- Flash LED Count
- 1 LED
Features
- Camera Features
- LED Flash, Panorama, HDR, 4K Video, Digital Zoom, Quadruple Camera, Digital Image Stabilization, Optical Stabilization, Ultra Stable Video, Autofocus, Touch Focus, Continuous Autofocus, Continuous Shooting, Geotagging, Face Detection, White Balance Settings, ISO Settings, Exposure Compensation, Scene Mode, Self-Timer, Night Mode, Burst Mode, Manual Exposure, Manual Focus, Manual ISO, Manual White Balance, Phase-Detection Autofocus, Time-Lapse, Macro Camera
Rear ultrawide camera
- Resolution
- 12 Mpx
- Pixel Size
- 1.12 µm
- Aperture
- f/2.2
Sensor
- Resolution
- 12 Mpx
- Pixel Size
- 1.12 µm
Lens
- Aperture
- f/2.2
Rear macro camera
- Resolution
- 5 Mpx
- Pixel Size
- 1.12 µm
- Aperture
- f/2.4
Sensor
- Resolution
- 5 Mpx
- Pixel Size
- 1.12 µm
Lens
- Aperture
- f/2.4
Rear depth camera
- Resolution
- 5 Mpx
- Pixel Size
- 1.12 µm
- Aperture
- f/2.4
Sensor
- Resolution
- 5 Mpx
- Pixel Size
- 1.12 µm
Lens
- Aperture
- f/2.4
Front camera
- Sensor Model
- Sony IMX616
- Resolution
- 32 Mpx
- Sensor Type
- CMOS
- Sensor Size
- 1/2.8″
- Pixel Size
- 0.8 µm
- Pixel Binning
- 4 :1
Sensor
- Sensor Model
- Sony IMX616
- Resolution
- 32 Mpx
- Sensor Type
- CMOS
- Sensor Size
- 1/2.8″
- Pixel Size
- 0.8 µm
- Pixel Binning
- 4 :1
Video
- Video Recording
- 4K at 30 fps, 1080p at 30 fps
Lens
- Aperture
- f/2.2
Features
- Camera Features
- HDR
Product gallery
23Variant details
- Memory
- 6 GB
- Markets
- Americas
- Storage
- 128 GB
- Model codes
- SM-A525M
- Market codes
- Americas
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