Samsung Galaxy A27 vs Samsung Galaxy A52 5G

Our Verdict: Samsung Galaxy A52 5G and Samsung Galaxy A27 suit different priorities. The A52 5G is stronger for portability, helped by a higher-resolution 64MP rear camera, a higher-resolution 32MP front camera, and a lighter 187g body, while the A27 is better suited to a larger 5,000 mAh battery and 128GB to 256GB storage. A bigger mAh figure is useful context, but real battery life still depends on software and chipset efficiency. Choose the A52 5G for portability; choose the A27 if battery size matters more.

Buying outright, the A52 5G starts at £150 SIM-free.

Expert Rating
3.6
6 reviews
3.9
7 reviews
Screen
6.7" 6.5"
Display
Super AMOLED Super AMOLED
Resolution
1080 x 2340 1080 x 2400
Pixels Per Inch
385 405
Rear Camera
50 Megapixels 64 Megapixels
Front Camera
12 Megapixels 32 Megapixels
Chipset
Qualcomm SM6475-AB Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 (4 nm) Qualcomm SM7225 Snapdragon 750 5G
Battery
5,000 mAh 4,500 mAh
Storage
128GB, 256GB 128GB
OS
Android Android 11
SIM Type
nano-SIM and e-SIM Nano SIM
Connectivity
Up to 5G Up to 5G
Wi-Fi
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
Bluetooth
5.1, A2DP, LE, ASHA 5.0, A2DP, LE
Dimensions
162.8 x 78.2 x 7.8 mm 159.9 x 75.1 x 8.4 mm
Weight
200 grams 187 grams
Water Resistance
IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes) IP67 - Dust and water resistant
Contracts
£9.99/mo (£79.00 upfront) -
SIM-free
£277.00 £149.99
Samsung Galaxy A27 Samsung Galaxy A27 Samsung Galaxy A52 5G Samsung Galaxy A52 5G
Expert Rating 3.6
6 reviews
3.9
7 reviews
Screen 6.7" 6.5"
Display Super AMOLED Super AMOLED
Resolution 1080 x 2340 1080 x 2400
Pixels Per Inch 385 405
Rear Camera 50 Megapixels 64 Megapixels
Front Camera 12 Megapixels 32 Megapixels
Chipset Qualcomm SM6475-AB Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 (4 nm) Qualcomm SM7225 Snapdragon 750 5G
Battery 5,000 mAh 4,500 mAh
Storage 128GB, 256GB 128GB
OS Android Android 11
SIM Type nano-SIM and e-SIM Nano SIM
Connectivity Up to 5G Up to 5G
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
Bluetooth 5.1, A2DP, LE, ASHA 5.0, A2DP, LE
Dimensions 162.8 x 78.2 x 7.8 mm 159.9 x 75.1 x 8.4 mm
Weight 200 grams 187 grams
Water Resistance IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes) IP67 - Dust and water resistant
Contracts £9.99/mo
£79.00 upfront
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SIM-free £277.00 £149.99
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which has the better screen, the Samsung Galaxy A27 or Samsung Galaxy A52 5G?

The Samsung Galaxy A27 has the bigger screen at 6.7" compared to the Samsung Galaxy A52 5G's 6.5", the Samsung Galaxy A52 5G has the sharper display at 405 pixels per inch versus 385, and both use Super AMOLED panels.

Which has the better camera, the Samsung Galaxy A27 or Samsung Galaxy A52 5G?

The Samsung Galaxy A27 features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy A52 5G has a 64 Megapixels rear camera. Both devices also have front-facing cameras for selfies and video calls.

Which is cheaper to buy SIM-free, the Samsung Galaxy A27 or Samsung Galaxy A52 5G?

The Samsung Galaxy A52 5G is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £149.99.

What storage options are available for the Samsung Galaxy A27 and Samsung Galaxy A52 5G?

The Samsung Galaxy A27 is available in 128GB, 256GB, while the Samsung Galaxy A52 5G comes in 128GB.

What processors do the Samsung Galaxy A27 and Samsung Galaxy A52 5G use?

The Samsung Galaxy A27 is powered by the Qualcomm SM6475-AB Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 (4 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy A52 5G uses the Qualcomm SM7225 Snapdragon 750 5G.

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Samsung Galaxy A27 or Samsung Galaxy A52 5G?

The Samsung Galaxy A52 5G is the more portable of the two: it's 13g lighter at 187 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 159.9 x 75.1 x 8.4 mm, the Samsung Galaxy A27 is slimmer at 7.8mm thick.

Which is more water resistant, the Samsung Galaxy A27 or Samsung Galaxy A52 5G?

The Samsung Galaxy A27 is rated IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes), while the Samsung Galaxy A52 5G is rated IP67 - Dust and water resistant.

What operating system do the Samsung Galaxy A27 and Samsung Galaxy A52 5G run?

The Samsung Galaxy A27 runs Android and the Samsung Galaxy A52 5G runs Android 11. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.