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Samsung Galaxy A53 5G (6GB + 128GB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£230RAM capacity:6 GBInternal storage:128 GBScreen size:6.5 inchesMain camera megapixels:64 MP & 12 MP & 5 MP & 5 MP

Samsung Galaxy A53 5G (6GB + 128GB) Review: Compare 197 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartphones category and whether it is worth buying.

Samsung Galaxy A53 5G (6GB + 128GB)
6.8/10

Overall score

Score
6.8/ 10
✕
What it is
An overall evaluation of the smartphone's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best smartphones on the market.
Score distribution
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▲ Better than 55% of models
Score components

90%

6.6

Technical score

10%

9.1

User score

▲Better than 55% of smartphones
7.6

Value for money

Value for money
7.6/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 66% of models
Score components

70%

6.8

Overall score

30%

9.3

Price

▲Better than 66%
6.6

Technical score

Technical score
6.6/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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▼ Worse than 51% of models
Score components

25%

6.0

Performance & Hardware

18%

6.8

Camera

15%

6.4

Display

15%

5.8

Battery

10%

7.8

Software

10%

7.6

Connectivity

4%

5.8

Audio

3%

7.6

Design

▼Worse than 51%
9.1

User score

User score
9.1/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 95% of models
Score components

70%

8.8

User ratings

30%

10

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
★Better than 95%
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Technical Specifications of smartphone Samsung Galaxy A53 5G (6GB + 128GB)

Technical score
Technical score
6.6/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 51% of models
Score components:

25%

6.0

Performance & Hardware

18%

6.8

Camera

15%

6.4

Display

15%

5.8

Battery

10%

7.8

Software

10%

7.6

Connectivity

4%

5.8

Audio

3%

7.6

Design

6.6
User score
User score
9.1/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 95% of models
Score components

70%

8.8

User ratings

30%

10

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
9.1
Popularity
Popularity
10/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the smartphone.
When it matters
When you prefer to purchase a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 94% of models
Popularity:
Samsung Galaxy A53 5G (6GB + 128GB) has a popularity of 10 points, which is higher than 94.1% of smartphones.
10
Value for money
Value for money
7.6/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 66% of models
Score components:

70%

6.8

Overall score

30%

9.3

Price

7.6
Brand name
Samsung
Processor model
Samsung Exynos 1280
This smartphone uses the Samsung Exynos 1280 processor model which is slower than processors in 66.2% of smartphones and equal to processors in 0.3% of smartphones.
RAM capacity
6 GB
Market range: <4 GB – >16 GB
This smartphone has a RAM capacity of 6 GB which is smaller than the RAM capacity of 71.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 10.8% of smartphones.
Internal storage
128 GB
Market range: <64 GB – >512 GB
This smartphone has an internal storage capacity of 128 GB which is smaller than the storage of 61.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 28.4% of smartphones.
CPU boost clock speed
2.4 GHz
Market range: <2 GHz – >3.3 GHz
The CPU boost clock speed of this smartphone is 2.4 GHz which is higher than the boost speed of 36.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 13.4% of smartphones.
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Operating system
Android
This smartphone uses the Android operating system, which outperforms that of 1%.
Android 12
Android version
Android 12
This smartphone runs Android version Android 12 which is older than that found in 67.1% of smartphones and equal to that in 13.2% of smartphones.
Direct OS updates
no
This smartphone does not receive direct OS updates. 20.6% of smartphones receive direct updates.
Open-source OS
yes
This smartphone uses an open-source OS. 94.6% of smartphones use an open-source OS.
Dark mode
yes
This smartphone offers dark mode. 95.8% of smartphones support this feature.
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Multi-lens main camera
yes
This smartphone includes a multi-lens main camera system. 93.7% of smartphones include multi-lens setups.
Main camera megapixels
64 MP & 12 MP & 5 MP & 5 MP
Market range: <10 – >100
This smartphone has a main camera resolution of 64 MP & 12 MP & 5 MP & 5 MP which is higher than that of 82.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.3% of smartphones.
Main camera aperture
f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
This smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4 which is wider than that of 70.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.9% of smartphones.
Main camera sensor area
41 mm²
Market range: <19.7 mm² – >71.4 mm²
This smartphone has a main camera sensor area of 41 mm² which is larger than the main camera sensor area of 54.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 5.9% of smartphones.
Main camera pixel size
0.8 µm
Market range: <0.64 µm – >1.22 µm
This smartphone has a main camera pixel size of 0.8 µm which is larger than in 35.5% of smartphones and equal to the size in 21.9% of smartphones.
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Number of SIM slots
2
Market range: <1 – >6
This smartphone has 2 SIM slots, which is more than in 3.8% of smartphones and equal to the number in 96.1% of smartphones.
Cellular module
yes
This smartphone includes a cellular module. 100% of smartphones include cellular modules.
5G connectivity
yes
This smartphone supports 5G connectivity. 66.9% of smartphones support 5G.
LTE support
yes
This smartphone supports LTE. 99.7% of smartphones include LTE connectivity.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This smartphone supports Wi-Fi connectivity. 100% of smartphones offer Wi-Fi support.
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Screen size
6.5 inches
Market range: <6.3 inches – >6.82 inches
This smartphone has a screen size of 6.5 inches which is smaller than the screens of 80% of smartphones and equal to those of 3.9% of smartphones.
Screen resolution
1080x 2400 px
This smartphone has a screen resolution of 1080x2400 px which is higher than that of 36.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 20.4% of smartphones.
Pixel density
405 ppi
Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
This smartphone has a pixel density of 405 ppi which is higher than that of 64.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.3% of smartphones.
Display type
OLED/AMOLED
This smartphone uses a OLED/AMOLED display type. 58.6% of smartphones use this display technology.
Refresh rate
120 Hz
Market range: <60 Hz – >144 Hz
This smartphone supports a refresh rate of 120 Hz which is higher than in 34.7% of smartphones and equal to that in 55.2% of smartphones.
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Battery capacity
5,000 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
This smartphone has a battery capacity of 5,000 mAh which is larger than the batteries in 28.3% of smartphones and equal to those in 28.8% of smartphones.
Charging speed
25 W
Market range: <15 W – >90 W
This smartphone supports charging speeds of 25 W which is slower than in 66.9% of smartphones and equal to speeds in 5.3% of smartphones.
Fast charging
yes
This smartphone supports fast charging. 93.1% of smartphones support fast charging.
GSMArena full wired charge time
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Wireless charging
no
This smartphone does not support wireless charging. 25.2% of smartphones support wireless charging.
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Stereo speakers
yes
This smartphone includes stereo speakers. 64.4% of smartphones provide stereo audio.
3.5 mm headphone jack
no
This smartphone does not include a 3.5 mm headphone jack. 45.5% of smartphones offer this port.
Number of microphones
2
Market range: <1 – >3
This smartphone includes 2 microphones, which is more than in 10.5% of smartphones and equal to the number in 66.6% of smartphones.
FM radio
no
This smartphone does not include an FM radio. 34.2% of smartphones offer FM radio functionality.
aptX Lossless
no
This smartphone does not support aptX Lossless. 12.9% of smartphones provide aptX Lossless.
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Height
159.6 mm
Market range: <156.2 mm – >171.56 mm
This smartphone has a height of 159.6 mm which is shorter than 82% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.3% of smartphones.
Width
74.8 mm
Market range: <73.1 mm – >81 mm
This smartphone has a width of 74.8 mm which is narrower than 72.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.1% of smartphones.
Thickness
8.1 mm
Market range: <7.53 mm – >10.5 mm
This smartphone has a thickness of 8.1 mm which is thinner than 58.9% of smartphones and equal to that of 4.2% of smartphones.
Weight
189 g
Market range: <175 g – >256 g
This smartphone weighs 189 g which is lighter than 68% of smartphones and equal to the weight of 1.9% of smartphones.
Device volume
94,128 cm³
Market range: <80 cm³ – >190 cm³
This smartphone has a device volume of 94,128 cm³ which is smaller than 62.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
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Samsung Galaxy A53 5G (6GB + 128GB) vs the average smartphone

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  • Has optical image stabilization
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • Newer DDR memory version
    This smartphone supports a newer DDR version than the average smartphone (5 vs 4). The average DDR version is 4.
    5 vs 4
  • Higher-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a higher main camera resolution than the average smartphone (64 MP & 12 MP & 5 MP & 5 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone main camera has 50 MP & 8 MP megapixels.
    64 MP & 12 MP & 5 MP & 5 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • 2 more memory channels
    This smartphone has more memory channels than the average smartphone (4 vs 2). The average smartphone has 2 memory channels.
    4 vs 2
  • Has an always-on display
    This smartphone features an always-on display, the average smartphone does not. 49.2% of smartphones offer always-on functionality.
  • Supports HDR10 video recording
    This smartphone supports HDR10 video recording, the average smartphone does not. 35.9% of smartphones support HDR10.
  • 16.7% smaller process node
    This smartphone uses a smaller process node than the average smartphone (5 nm vs 6 nm). The average process node size is 6 nm.
    5 nm vs 6 nm
  • 28.1% larger main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a larger main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (41 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average main camera sensor area is 32 mm².
    41 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • 14.3% higher user score
    User score
    9.1/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
    When it matters
    When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
    Score distribution
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    ▼
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    Samsung Galaxy A53 5G
    the average smartphone
    Samsung Galaxy A53 5G (6GB + 128GB) has a higher user score than the average smartphone (9.15 vs 8.000).
    9.15 vs 8
  • 83.9% more popular
    Samsung Galaxy A53 5G (6GB + 128GB) is more popular than the average smartphone (10 vs 5.4).
    10 vs 5.44
  • 3.1% better value for money
    Samsung Galaxy A53 5G (6GB + 128GB) has better value for money than the average smartphone (7.57 vs 7.3).
    7.57 vs 7.34
  • Newer DDR memory version
    This smartphone supports a newer DDR version than the average smartphone (5 vs 4). The average DDR version is 4.
    5 vs 4
  • 2 more memory channels
    This smartphone has more memory channels than the average smartphone (4 vs 2). The average smartphone has 2 memory channels.
    4 vs 2
  • 16.7% smaller process node
    This smartphone uses a smaller process node than the average smartphone (5 nm vs 6 nm). The average process node size is 6 nm.
    5 nm vs 6 nm
  • 5.3% faster GPU clock
    This smartphone has a higher GPU frequency than the average smartphone (1000 MHz vs 950 MHz). The average smartphone GPU frequency is 950 MHz.
    1,000 MHz vs 950 MHz
  • Higher CPU base clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU base clock speed than the average smartphone (2x2.4 GHz & 6x2 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz). The average smartphone has a base clock speed of 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz.
    2x2.4 GHz & 6x2 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz
  • Has optical image stabilization
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • Higher-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a higher main camera resolution than the average smartphone (64 MP & 12 MP & 5 MP & 5 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone main camera has 50 MP & 8 MP megapixels.
    64 MP & 12 MP & 5 MP & 5 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • Supports HDR10 video recording
    This smartphone supports HDR10 video recording, the average smartphone does not. 35.9% of smartphones support HDR10.
  • 28.1% larger main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a larger main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (41 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average main camera sensor area is 32 mm².
    41 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • Higher front camera megapixels
    This smartphone has more front camera megapixels than the average smartphone (32 MP vs 16 MP). The average front camera has 16 MP megapixels.
    32 MP vs 16 MP
  • Has an always-on display
    This smartphone features an always-on display, the average smartphone does not. 49.2% of smartphones offer always-on functionality.
  • 2.5% higher pixel density
    This smartphone has a higher pixel density than the average smartphone (405 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    405 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • 21.2% higher screen brightness
    This smartphone has a higher screen brightness than the average smartphone (800 nits vs 660 nits). The average smartphone brightness is 660 nits.
    800 nits vs 660 nits
  • 1 m deeper water resistance
    This smartphone has a deeper water resistance rating than the average smartphone (1 m vs 0 m). The average depth rating is 0 m.
    1 m vs 0 m
  • 4 mm shorter
    This smartphone is shorter than the average smartphone (159.6 mm vs 163.6 mm). The average smartphone height is 163.6 mm.
    159.6 mm vs 163.6 mm
  • 3.7% lighter
    This smartphone is lighter than the average smartphone (189 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    189 g vs 196.2 g
  • 1.2 mm narrower
    This smartphone is narrower than the average smartphone (74.8 mm vs 76 mm). The average smartphone width is 76 mm.
    74.8 mm vs 76 mm
  • 2.5% higher French repairability index
    This smartphone has a higher French repairability index score than the average smartphone (8.2 vs 8). The average score is 8.
    8.2 vs 8
  • 0.2 mm thinner
    This smartphone is thinner than the average smartphone (8.1 mm vs 8.3 mm). The average smartphone thickness is 8.3 mm.
    8.1 mm vs 8.3 mm
  • Worse processor
    This smartphone uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (Samsung Exynos 1280 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    Samsung Exynos 1,280 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • 50% less storage
    This smartphone offers less internal storage than the average smartphone (128 GB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone includes 256 GB of internal storage.
    128 GB vs 256 GB
  • No live text recognition
    This smartphone does not support live text recognition, the average smartphone does. 50.9% of smartphones offer real-time text recognition.
  • 34.2% lower DxOMark Mobile score
    This smartphone has a lower DxOMark Mobile score than the average smartphone (79 vs 120). The average smartphone scores 120.
    79 vs 120
  • 42.9% lower maximum RAM capacity
    This smartphone supports less maximum RAM than the average smartphone (8 GB vs 14 GB). The average smartphone supports 14 GB of RAM.
    8 GB vs 14 GB
  • 0.17 inches inch smaller screen size
    This smartphone has a smaller screen size than the average smartphone (6.5 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone has a screen size of 6.67 inches.
    6.5 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • 2 GB less RAM
    This smartphone has less RAM than the average smartphone (6 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    6 GB vs 8 GB
  • No reverse wired charging
    This smartphone does not support reverse wired charging, the average smartphone does. 60.8% of smartphones support reverse wired charging.
  • Worse processor
    This smartphone uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (Samsung Exynos 1280 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    Samsung Exynos 1,280 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • 50% less storage
    This smartphone offers less internal storage than the average smartphone (128 GB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone includes 256 GB of internal storage.
    128 GB vs 256 GB
  • 42.9% lower maximum RAM capacity
    This smartphone supports less maximum RAM than the average smartphone (8 GB vs 14 GB). The average smartphone supports 14 GB of RAM.
    8 GB vs 14 GB
  • 2 GB less RAM
    This smartphone has less RAM than the average smartphone (6 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    6 GB vs 8 GB
  • 33.6% lower memory bandwidth
    This smartphone has lower memory bandwidth than the average smartphone (17 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s). The average smartphone has a bandwidth of 25.6 GB/s.
    17 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s
  • 40.7% lower 3DMark Wild Life Unlimited benchmark
    This smartphone scores lower in 3DMark Wild Life Unlimited than the average smartphone (2,268 vs 3,825). The average smartphone scores 3,825.
    2,268 vs 3,825
  • 48.1% lower 3DMark Wild Life Extreme benchmark
    This smartphone scores lower in 3DMark Wild Life Extreme than the average smartphone (636 vs 1,226). The average smartphone scores 1,226.
    636 vs 1,226
  • 26.6% lower 3DMark Wild Life benchmark
    This smartphone performs worse in the 3DMark Wild Life benchmark than the average smartphone (2,287 vs 3,115). The average smartphone scores 3,115 in this benchmark.
    2,287 vs 3,115
  • 50% fewer shader units
    This smartphone includes fewer shader units than the average smartphone (128 vs 256). The average smartphone has 256 shader units.
    128 vs 256
  • No live text recognition
    This smartphone does not support live text recognition, the average smartphone does. 50.9% of smartphones offer real-time text recognition.
  • Older Android version
    This smartphone runs an older Android version than the average smartphone (Android 12 vs Android 14). The average smartphone runs Android version Android 14.
    Android 12 vs Android 14
  • 34.2% lower DxOMark Mobile score
    This smartphone has a lower DxOMark Mobile score than the average smartphone (79 vs 120). The average smartphone scores 120.
    79 vs 120
  • Older Bluetooth version
    This smartphone uses an older Bluetooth version than the average smartphone (5.1 vs 5.2). The average smartphone uses Bluetooth 5.2.
    5.1 vs 5.2
  • 0.17 inches inch smaller screen size
    This smartphone has a smaller screen size than the average smartphone (6.5 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone has a screen size of 6.67 inches.
    6.5 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • 200 nits lower peak brightness
    This smartphone has a lower peak brightness than the average smartphone (800 nits vs 1000 nits). The average smartphone peak brightness is 1000 nits.
    800 nits vs 1,000 nits
  • No reverse wired charging
    This smartphone does not support reverse wired charging, the average smartphone does. 60.8% of smartphones support reverse wired charging.
  • 24.2% slower charging speed
    This smartphone has a slower charging speed than the average smartphone (25 W vs 33 W). The average smartphone charges at 33 W.
    25 W vs 33 W
  • 2 year/s older release date
    This smartphone is an older model than the average smartphone (2022 vs 2024). 2.00% of smartphones were released more recently.
    March 2022
    2022 vs 2024
  • Poor brand origin
    This smartphone has a poorer brand origin compared to the average smartphone. 0.00% of smartphones come from top-tier brand origins.
    South Korea vs China

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pcmag.com
13/04/2022
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androidcentral.com
28/03/2022
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techent.tv
30/06/2022
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androidauthority.com
21/05/2023
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gsmarena.com
13/04/2022
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androidheadlines.com
27/03/2024
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08/06/2022
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07/05/2022
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techadvisor.com
19/05/2022
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Samsung Galaxy A53 5G Review: Almost Excellent
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expertreviews.co.uk
28/11/2023
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phonearena.com
08/08/2023
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techradar.com
05/12/2022
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24/05/2022
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engadget.com
18/04/2022
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15/04/2022
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12/07/2022
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01/06/2022
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16/05/2022
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26/03/2022
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Third-party reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
Reviews last updated: August 2026 · How we calculate this

What we like about Samsung Galaxy A53 5G (6GB + 128GB)

  • Vibrant 6.5-inch Super AMOLED display with 120Hz refresh rate and excellent picture quality
  • Excellent, long-lasting 5,000mAh battery (often lasts two days with normal use)
  • High-quality and versatile camera system that performs well in various lighting conditions, including night mode
  • Guaranteed four generations of Android OS updates and five years of security updates
  • IP67 water and dust resistance, a durable feature for a mid-range phone
  • Expandable storage via a microSD card slot
  • Good overall value and an affordable price point compared to flagships

What we don't like about Samsung Galaxy A53 5G (6GB + 128GB)

  • Occasional lag and sluggish performance, especially when multitasking or using demanding apps, even with the 120Hz display
  • No 3.5mm headphone jack
  • Charger not included in the box
  • Charging speed (25W max) is slower compared to some competitors
  • Camera quality can be inconsistent, with some daylight photos appearing washed out
  • Comes with pre-installed bloatware and displays ads in some stock apps
  • The plastic build, while durable, collects fingerprint smudges easily

Verdict

The Samsung Galaxy A53 5G (6GB + 128GB) is a mid-range smartphone featuring a vibrant 6.5-inch Full HD+ Super AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate and a large 5,000mAh battery that often lasts up to two days. It is powered by the 5nm Exynos 1280 octa-core processor and includes a versatile quad-camera system with a 64MP main lens with optical image stabilization (OIS), a 12MP ultrawide, a 5MP macro, and a 5MP depth sensor. Key pros include its IP67 water and dust resistance, assurance of four major Android OS updates, and expandable storage via a microSD card slot (up to 1TB). Primary cons are that it lacks a 3.5mm headphone jack and the charger is not included in the box; additionally, the Exynos 1280 chipset's performance can sometimes feel sluggish, especially in demanding games.

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