Launch report · Samsung
Galaxy A52: The mid-ranger that defined the A-series — OIS, OLED and IP67 in 2021.
SpecEagle Editorial·Mar 2021·$349·Score 68/100
Galaxy A52 set the template the whole $350 class followed — a real AMOLED, OIS, IP67 and stereo sound, none of which were a given in 2021. Years on it is outclassed by 5G rivals and out of support, but its influence on what a mid-ranger should include is everywhere.
Key specs at launch
Display
6.5" Super AMOLED 90 Hz
Chipset
Snapdragon 720G
Memory
6 GB · 128 GB
Main cam
64 MP · OIS
Battery
4,500 mAh
Weight
189 g
What stands out
- OIS + Super AMOLED + IP67 at $349 — a 2021 benchmark.
- Stereo speakers and a headphone jack.
- microSD expansion.
- Three OS updates was generous for its day.
What to watch
- Snapdragon 720G is dated and 4G-only.
- 25 W charging.
- Support has ended.
- Plastic frame.
The phone it has to beat
Honor 80
$420 · score 80/100