Samsung Galaxy A33 5G vs Samsung Galaxy A52 5G

Our verdict: For photography, the Samsung Galaxy A52 5G leads with a 64MP main camera. If selfies matter, the Samsung Galaxy A52 5G leads with a 32MP front-facing lens. Going SIM-free keeps things simple, and the Samsung Galaxy A33 5G is the more affordable option at £129.95. Heavy downloaders might appreciate the Samsung Galaxy A33 5G — it comes in 2 storage sizes.

Screen
6.4" 6.5"
Display
Super AMOLED Super AMOLED
Resolution
1080 x 2400 1080 x 2400
Pixels Per Inch
411 405
Rear Camera
48 Megapixels 64 Megapixels
Front Camera
13 Megapixels 32 Megapixels
Chipset
Exynos 1280 Qualcomm SM7225 Snapdragon 750 5G
Storage
64GB, 128GB 128GB
OS
Android Android 11
SIM Type
Nano 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 with A2DP, LE 5.0, A2DP, LE
Dimensions
159.7 x 74 x 8.1 mm 159.9 x 75.1 x 8.4 mm
Weight
186 grams 187 grams
Water Resistance
IP67 - Dust and water resistant IP67 - Dust and water resistant
Contracts
SIM-free
£129.95 £139.99
Samsung Galaxy A33 5G Samsung Galaxy A33 5G Samsung Galaxy A52 5G Samsung Galaxy A52 5G
Screen 6.4" 6.5"
Display Super AMOLED Super AMOLED
Resolution 1080 x 2400 1080 x 2400
Pixels Per Inch 411 405
Rear Camera 48 Megapixels 64 Megapixels
Front Camera 13 Megapixels 32 Megapixels
Chipset Exynos 1280 Qualcomm SM7225 Snapdragon 750 5G
Storage 64GB, 128GB 128GB
OS Android Android 11
SIM Type Nano 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 with A2DP, LE 5.0, A2DP, LE
Dimensions 159.7 x 74 x 8.1 mm 159.9 x 75.1 x 8.4 mm
Weight 186 grams 187 grams
Water Resistance IP67 - Dust and water resistant IP67 - Dust and water resistant
Contracts
SIM-free £129.95 £139.99
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which has the better screen, the Samsung Galaxy A33 5G or Samsung Galaxy A52 5G?

Both phones have a similar screen size at around 6.4", both screens are similarly sharp at around 411 pixels per inch, and both use Super AMOLED panels.

Which has the better camera, the Samsung Galaxy A33 5G or Samsung Galaxy A52 5G?

The Samsung Galaxy A33 5G features a 48 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 A33 5G or Samsung Galaxy A52 5G?

The Samsung Galaxy A33 5G is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £129.95.

What storage options are available for the Samsung Galaxy A33 5G and Samsung Galaxy A52 5G?

The Samsung Galaxy A33 5G is available in 64GB, 128GB, while the Samsung Galaxy A52 5G comes in 128GB.

What processors do the Samsung Galaxy A33 5G and Samsung Galaxy A52 5G use?

The Samsung Galaxy A33 5G is powered by the Exynos 1280, while the Samsung Galaxy A52 5G uses the Qualcomm SM7225 Snapdragon 750 5G.

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Samsung Galaxy A33 5G or Samsung Galaxy A52 5G?

The Samsung Galaxy A33 5G is the more portable of the two — they weigh about the same (186 grams vs 187 grams), it's also the more compact phone at 159.7 x 74 x 8.1 mm, and is slimmer at 8.1mm thick.

Which is more water resistant, the Samsung Galaxy A33 5G or Samsung Galaxy A52 5G?

Both phones share the same water resistance rating of IP67 - Dust and water resistant.

What operating system do the Samsung Galaxy A33 5G and Samsung Galaxy A52 5G run?

The Samsung Galaxy A33 5G 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.