Canaltech en Español · 21/12/2021
Hands-on review · camera, video and battery tests
Samsung Galaxy A52s 5G is a great mid-range choice with water resistance, a 120Hz screen and good photos.
Likes- Good photos in most lighting conditions
- 120Hz screen and stereo sound
- Water and dust resistance
- Solid day-to-day performance
Dislikes- Battery lasts about a day with moderate use
- Charger in the box is 10W despite 25W support
- Super steady video limited to Full HD at 30fps
TecnoPhonePro · 07/11/2021
Review · design, camera, battery and price comparison
Samsung Galaxy A52s 5G is not the best budget phone, but the most complete one for its price and easy to recommend.
Likes- Strong overall package with few weak points
- Good camera and long battery life
- Headphone jack, microSD slot and IP67 water resistance
- Three years of software updates
Dislikes- Design looks odd and not premium
- Not the leader in any single category
- Not best in class for screen, performance or camera
TuttoAndroid · 20/05/2022
Long-term follow-up · retested after several months
Samsung Galaxy A52s 5G is still an excellent mid-range choice, and the most convenient alternative in its class.
Likes- Long software support, rare in mid-range phones
- Good photos that held up over time
- Complete feature set for the price
Dislikes- No DeX mode on mid-range models
- Ultra-wide camera lacks fine detail
- Occasional lag and minor software quirks
Daniele Pintus · 07/11/2021
Hands-on review · a few weeks of use, then returned
Samsung Galaxy A52s 5G is not a phone I would recommend at this price, due to performance and battery.
Likes- Beautiful display
- Software updated with recent security patches
- Stable software with no noticeable glitches
- Good Netflix video resolution
Dislikes- Performance short of full smoothness with occasional stutters
- Battery lasts about a day with moderate use
- Slow charging with the supplied charger
- Fingerprint unlock and Wi-Fi performance disappoint
Miky Ancona · 05/10/2021
Hands-on review · performance, camera and durability notes
Samsung Galaxy A52s 5G is the most complete phone in its price range, a strong choice for long-lasting use.
Likes- Complete feature set for its price
- Strong performance and water resistance
- Good main camera in all lighting conditions
- Good video quality with optical stabilisation
Dislikes- Battery gives about four to five hours of screen-on time
- Processor area heats up at the centre of the back
- Hybrid tray means microSD replaces the second SIM
HDblog · 30/09/2021
Hands-on review · performance, camera, battery and connectivity
Samsung Galaxy A52s 5G is a well-rounded mid-range phone that should last, held back by camera and video limits.
Likes- Smooth 120 Hz display
- Solid performance for everyday use
- Battery lasts about two days
- Reliable connectivity and regular software updates
Dislikes- Camera results improved only slightly
- Video stabilisation unavailable at 4K
- Camera hardware unchanged from the A52
- Modest performance gain over the previous model
MobileAdvisor · 26/09/2021
Review · comparison with previous model · battery and performance
Samsung Galaxy A52s 5G is a reliable, well-supported mid-range choice, though battery life dropped compared with its predecessor.
Likes- Solid audio and photo quality
- Long software support and good service network
- Improved performance over its predecessor
- IP67 water resistance and microSD slot
Dislikes- Battery life about 20 percent shorter than the predecessor
- Fingerprint sensor is not quick
- Lower signal values and weaker Wi-Fi than the predecessor
Ciasti Tech · 24/09/2021
Hands-on review · comparison with previous model · camera and audio
Samsung Galaxy A52s 5G is a solid mid-range phone, recommended unless you already own the previous model.
Likes- Loud, well-balanced stereo speakers
- Good daytime and night photos
- Headphone jack and IP68 water resistance
- Long battery life with solid performance
Dislikes- Little camera change from the previous model
- Price feels high for a mid-range phone
- Not top of its class, as expected for a mid-range phone
andreagaleazzi · 14/09/2021
Hands-on review · battery, performance and camera tests
Samsung Galaxy A52s 5G is a best buy for anyone wanting a reliable all-rounder within Samsung's ecosystem.
Likes- Processor upgrade improves speed without hurting battery
- Strong multimedia experience and balanced stereo sound
- Good daily battery life with heavy use
- Broad compatibility with Samsung's ecosystem
Dislikes- No wireless charging
- Charging is not very fast
- Upgrade over the A52 is minor
Gesualdo Lo Monaco · 13/09/2021
Hands-on review · daily use, battery and feature check
Samsung Galaxy A52s 5G is recommended for its display, IP67 rating and update support, though charging speed and RAM trail rivals.
Likes- Bright, good-looking display
- IP67 water and dust resistance
- Strong software update support
- Battery lasts a full day of use
Dislikes- Charger not included in the box
- Charging speed well behind rivals
- No wireless charging
- Launch price slightly above average
TuttoAndroid · 03/09/2021
Full review · benchmarks, stress test and camera samples
Samsung Galaxy A52s 5G is the most complete midrange phone on the market today, with a clearly faster processor.
Likes- Clearly faster processor than the previous model
- Good main camera in most light conditions
- Stable performance without overheating in a 10-minute stress test
- Good heat dissipation across the back of the phone
Dislikes- Plastic build feels a bit cheap
- Vibration feedback is noisy
- Slightly less battery life than the previous 5G version
- Ultrawide camera struggles with strong contrast