Galaxy A72
IP67 mid-ranger with OIS quad-cam and big battery.
The Galaxy A72 is a mid Samsung smartphone released Mar 2021, with a launch price of $449. It pairs the Snapdragon 720G with a 6.7" AMOLED 90 Hz display, a 64 MP · f/1.8 main camera and a 5,000 mAh battery. In SpecEagle's editorial review it scores 70/100 — A well-rounded mid-ranger. Standout strengths: ip67 rating at mid-range. and ois quad-cam with 3× tele. Main trade-off: sd720g is slow + 4g only.
A well-rounded mid-ranger.
Galaxy A72 brought IP67, an OIS quad-cam with 3× zoom and a big battery to $449. The SD720G and 4G-only keep performance modest.
Read the full review- IP67 rating at mid-range.
- OIS quad-cam with 3× tele.
- 5,000 mAh + jack + microSD.
- Stereo speakers.
Full specifications
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How the Galaxy A72 compares
| Galaxy A72 | iPhone SE (3rd gen) | Galaxy S9+ | |
|---|---|---|---|
| SpecEagle score | 70 | 70 | 70 |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 720G | Apple A15 Bionic | SD 845 |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED 90 Hz | 4.7" LCD 60 Hz | 6.2" QHD+ AMOLED |
| Main camera | 64 MP · f/1.8 | 12 MP · f/1.8 | 12 MP · f/1.5-2.4 |
| Battery | 5,000 mAh | 2,018 mAh | 3,500 mAh |
| Launch price | $449 | $429 | $839 |
Frequently asked questions
When was the Galaxy A72 released?
The Galaxy A72 was released in Mar 2021.
How much does the Galaxy A72 cost?
The Galaxy A72 launched at $449 (manufacturer suggested price at release; street and second-hand prices vary by region, storage tier and time since launch).
What is the Galaxy A72 screen size and type?
The Galaxy A72 has a 6.7" AMOLED 90 Hz display.
What chipset does the Galaxy A72 use?
The Galaxy A72 is powered by the Snapdragon 720G chipset.
How much RAM and storage does the Galaxy A72 have?
The Galaxy A72 ships with 6 GB · 128 GB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.
What is the Galaxy A72 battery capacity?
The Galaxy A72 has a 5,000 mAh battery.
How fast does the Galaxy A72 charge?
The Galaxy A72 supports 25 W wired charging.
What is the Galaxy A72 main camera?
The Galaxy A72 has a 64 MP · f/1.8 main camera.
Does the Galaxy A72 have a telephoto zoom camera?
Yes — the Galaxy A72 includes a dedicated telephoto camera: 8 MP, 3× optical.
Does the Galaxy A72 have 5G?
The Galaxy A72 does not support 5G (4G LTE only).
Is the Galaxy A72 waterproof?
The Galaxy A72 is rated IP67 for dust and water resistance.
How much does the Galaxy A72 weigh?
The Galaxy A72 weighs 203 g.
What colours does the Galaxy A72 come in?
The Galaxy A72 is available in 3 colours: Awesome Black, Awesome Violet, Awesome Blue.
Is the Galaxy A72 worth buying?
Galaxy A72 brought IP67, an OIS quad-cam with 3× zoom and a big battery to $449. The SD720G and 4G-only keep performance modest. SpecEagle gives the Galaxy A72 an editorial score of 70/100.
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