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Launch report · Samsung

Galaxy M52 5G: Snapdragon 778G 5G with a 120 Hz Super AMOLED in a slim 7.4 mm mid-ranger.

SpecEagle Editorial·Sep 2021·$370·Score 70/100

M52 5G hit a sweet spot: SD778G performance, a real 120 Hz AMOLED, a slim 7.4 mm frame, and the jack/microSD combo Samsung was already dropping from S-series. The mono speaker and lack of IP rating are the costs.

Key specs at launch

Display
6.7" SAMOLED 120 Hz
Chipset
Snapdragon 778G
Memory
6 GB · 128 GB
Main cam
64 MP
Battery
5,000 mAh
Weight
173 g
What stands out
  • Snapdragon 778G 5G is properly fast for $370.
  • 120 Hz Super AMOLED Plus.
  • Slimmest mid-range Samsung at 7.4 mm.
  • 3.5 mm + microSD survive.
What to watch
  • Mono speaker.
  • No IP rating.
  • 25 W charging trails Chinese rivals.
  • 12 MP ultrawide is the only second-shooter worth using.
The phone it has to beat
Honor 80
$420 · score 80/100