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Manufacturer codeSM-A526BZWDEUA
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About the Samsung A52 5G
Samsung SM-A526BZWDEUA is listed in the smartphones category. The recorded specifications include display diagonal: 16.5 cm (6.5"); internal storage capacity: 128 GB; mobile network generation: 5G; operating system installed: Android 11. This entry covers manufacturer code SM-A526BZWDEUA. Specifications relate to this exact source record; other editions or packages may differ.
The 16.5 cm (6.5") display is specified at 2400 x 1080 pixels. Consider these together: a larger screen provides more physical space, while resolution determines the number of pixels available. Neither specification establishes brightness, colour accuracy or motion quality.
The listed maximum refresh rate is 120 Hz. A higher refresh rate can make scrolling and supported games look smoother. The rate used depends on the app and display settings, and can affect battery life.
- Screen size
- 16.5 cm (6.5")
- Screen resolution
- 2400 x 1080 pixels
- Maximum refresh rate
- 120 Hz
- Processor family
- Snapdragon
- Processor model
- 750G
- Memory (RAM)
- 6 GB
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4.00 / 5Original rating: 4 / 5
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Read the full review ↗Checked 4 Nov 2026
TechRadar
3.50 / 5Original rating: 3.5 / 5
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5.00 / 5Original rating: 5 / 5
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Read the full review ↗Checked 30 Sep 2026
GSMArena
4.10 / 5Original rating: 4.1 / 5
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Tom's Guide
3.50 / 5Original rating: 3.5 / 5
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Read the full review ↗Checked 4 Nov 2026
PCMag
3.50 / 5Original rating: 3.5 / 5
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T3
4.00 / 5Original rating: 4 / 5
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3.50 / 5Original rating: 3.5 / 5
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Digital Trends
4.50 / 5Publisher rating supplied by Icecat: 90%
What a great phone the Galaxy A52 5G is. It's not overpriced, it looks really good, is built very well, takes highly shareable photos, and is powerful enough to do everything you need on a daily basis. The battery even lasts two days on a single charge. W...
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3G
5.00 / 5Publisher rating supplied by Icecat: 100%
The Samsung Galaxy A52 5G is an exceptional handset, and what few faults it has are barely faults at all for what it costs. If you want a great all-rounder that won't cost a fortune then it's well worth considering.Best Samsung Galaxy A52 5G...
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Pocket-lint
4.50 / 5Publisher rating supplied by Icecat: 90%
The Samsung Galaxy A52 5G feels like a much more competitive device than the A series did in 2020. With a rise in mid-range performance over the last 12 months, Samsung has delivered a really strong device here.The fundamentals of this phone are just righ...
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Samsung Galaxy A52 5G review: Mid-range mastery with three minor mistakes
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Samsung Galaxy A52 5G review – Powerful midrange you might just need
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Samsung Galaxy A52 5G Review: Substance meets Style
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Samsung Galaxy A52 5G review: The most affordable waterproof 5G phone yet
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Samsung Galaxy A52 5G review | Light, affordable, feature-packed phone
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Samsung Galaxy A52 5G Review: A Midrange Upgrade at a Price
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Samsung A52 5G specifications
Manufacturer code: SM-A526BZWDEUA · Icecat product 87714536 · Checked 23 Sep 2026. Specifications belong to this exact model.
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| Screen size | 16.5 cm (6.5") |
|---|---|
| Screen resolution | 2400 x 1080 pixels |
| Maximum refresh rate | 120 Hz |
| Processor family | Snapdragon |
| Processor model | 750G |
| Memory (RAM) | 6 GB |
| Storage capacity | 128 GB |
| Mobile network generation | 5G |
| Rear camera resolution | 64 MP |
| Battery capacity | 4500 mAh |
| Operating system installed | Android 11 |
| NFC | Yes |
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Audio & listening4 details
| Speakerphone | Yes |
|---|---|
| Speakers | stereo |
| Audio system | Dolby Atmos |
| Audio formats supported | 3GA, AAC, AMR, AWB, FLAC, IMY, M4A, Mid, MIDI, MP3, MXMF, OGA, OGG, OTA, RTTTL, RTX, WAV, XMF |
Display10 details
| Screen shape | Flat |
|---|---|
| Display technology marketing name | Super AMOLED |
| Panel type | OLED |
| Display glass type | Gorilla Glass |
| Display number of colours | 16 million colours |
| Contrast ratio (typical) | 1000000:1 |
| Display brightness | 420 cd/m² |
| Touchscreen type | Capacitive |
| Rounded display corners | Yes |
| Touchscreen | Yes |
Processor, memory & storage8 details
| Processor architecture | ARM Cortex-A77 |
|---|---|
| Processor cores | 8 |
| Processor frequency | 2.2 GHz |
| Coprocessor | Yes |
| Coprocessor frequency | 1.8 GHz |
| Coprocessor architecture | ARM Cortex-A55 |
| Compatible memory cards | MicroSD (TransFlash) |
| Maximum frame rate | 30 fps |
Camera, image & video19 details
| Second rear camera resolution (numeric) | 12 MP |
|---|---|
| Third rear camera resolution (numeric) | 5 MP |
| Fourth rear camera resolution (numeric) | 5 MP |
| Rear camera aperture number | 1.8 |
| Second rear camera aperture number | 2.2 |
| Third rear camera aperture number | 2.4 |
| Fourth rear camera aperture number | 2.4 |
| Digital zoom | 10x |
| Front camera type | Single camera |
| Front camera resolution (numeric) | 32 MP |
| Front camera aperture number | 2.2 |
| Rear camera flash | Yes |
| Video capture resolution (max) | 3840 x 2160 pixels |
| Resolution at capture speed | 3840x2160@30fps |
| Video recording modes | 720p, 1080p, 2160p |
| Rear camera type | Quad camera |
| Auto focus | Yes |
| Image stabilizer type | Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) |
| Video formats supported | 3G2, 3GP, AVI, FLV, M4V, MKV, MP4, WEBM |
Connections & wireless15 details
| USB mass storage | Yes |
|---|---|
| SIM card type | NanoSIM |
| Wi-Fi | Yes |
| Wi-Fi standards | 802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| Bluetooth version | 5.0 |
| Bluetooth profiles | A2DP |
| Wi-Fi Direct | Yes |
| USB port | Yes |
| USB connector type | USB Type-C |
| USB version | 2.0 |
| Headphone connectivity | 3.5 mm |
| Wi-Fi positioning | Yes |
| Browsing time (Wi-Fi) (max) | 16 h |
| SIM card ejector pin | Yes |
Power & battery10 details
| Fast charging | Yes |
|---|---|
| Wireless charging | No |
| Battery technology | Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) |
| Battery voltage | 3.86 V |
| Battery weight | 61.9 g |
| Removable battery | No |
| Talk time (4G) (max) | 32 h |
| Stated music playback time | 120 h |
| Continuous video playback time (max) | 20 h |
| USB Type-C required charging power (max) | 15 W |
Controls & features9 details
| Voice over LTE (VoLTE) supported | Yes |
|---|---|
| Fingerprint reader | Yes |
| Voice dialling | Yes |
| Voice commands | Yes |
| Virtual assistant | Samsung Bixby |
| Proximity sensor | Yes |
| Ambient light sensor | Yes |
| Geomagnetic sensor | Yes |
| Hall sensor | Yes |
Design & dimensions8 details
| Form factor | Bar |
|---|---|
| Product colour | White |
| Colour name | Awesome White |
| Water and dust resistance (IP rating) | IP67 |
| Width | 75.1 mm |
| Depth | 8.4 mm |
| Height | 159.9 mm |
| Weight | 189 g |
Software & compatibility2 details
| 4G bands supported | 700,800,850,900,1800,2100,2300,2500,2600 MHz |
|---|---|
| 5G bands supported | 700,850,1800,2100,2600,3500 MHz |
Further product details37 details
| Gorilla Glass version | Gorilla Glass 5 |
|---|---|
| Native aspect ratio | 20:9 |
| Pixel density | 407 ppi |
| User memory | 102 GB |
| Maximum memory card size | 1 TB |
| Flash type | LED |
| Geotagging | Yes |
| Multi-shot | Yes |
| Self-timer | Yes |
| 3G standards | WCDMA |
| 4G standard | LTE |
| 3G data rate (max) | 42.2 Mbit/s |
| 4G data rate (max) | 1200 Mbit/s |
| Tethering (modem-mode) | Yes |
| MIMO | Yes |
| Subscription type | No subscription |
| Short Message Service (SMS) | Yes |
| Multimedia Messaging Service (MMS) | Yes |
| Yes | |
| GPS (satellite) | Yes |
| GLONASS | Yes |
| BeiDou | Yes |
| Galileo | Yes |
| Position location | Yes |
| Face recognition | Yes |
| Vibrating alert | Yes |
| Platform | Android |
| App distribution platform | Google Play |
| Office support | Yes |
| Google applications | Gmail, Google Chrome, Google Drive, Google Maps, Google Photos, Google Play, Google Play Movies, YouTube |
| Browsing time (4G) (max) | 15 h |
| Accelerometer | Yes |
| Gyroscope | Yes |
| Repairability index | 8.2 |
| Quick start guide | Yes |
| Head SAR (EU) | 1.055 W/kg |
| Body SAR (EU) | 1.42 W/kg |
Packaging & supplied accessories5 details
| Package width | 83 mm |
|---|---|
| Package depth | 168.5 mm |
| Package height | 56 mm |
| Package weight | 360.3 g |
| Cables included | USB Type-C |
Specifications describe the supplied product data, not measured review results. Battery life, range and performance figures are source claims and can vary with use.
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