Samsung Galaxy A52 5G vs Samsung Galaxy S24
Our Verdict: The Galaxy S24 and Galaxy A52 5G come from one brand but aim at different price points. The A52 5G has a clearly higher-resolution main camera, 64MP against the S24's 50MP, plus a 32MP selfie camera against 12MP, and the A52 5G packs the bigger battery, 4500mAh against 4000mAh, which should mean longer between charges in day-to-day use. The S24 goes up to 256GB of storage, where the A52 5G tops out at 128GB, and the A52 5G has the bigger screen, 6.5" against 6.2". Unusually, the cheaper A52 5G takes some of the spec wins as well, so it's the obvious choice for most people.
Prices updated 26 July 2026
Samsung Galaxy A52 5G
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Samsung Galaxy S24
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| Screen | 6.5" | 6.2" |
| Display | Super AMOLED | Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2400 | 1080 x 2340 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 405 | 416 |
| Rear Camera | 64 Megapixels | 50 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 32 Megapixels | 12 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Qualcomm SM7225 Snapdragon 750 5G | Qualcomm SM8650-AB Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm) |
| Battery | 4,500 mAh | 4,000 mAh |
| Storage | 128GB | 128GB, 256GB |
| OS | Android 11 | Android 14 |
| 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/6e |
| Bluetooth | 5.0, A2DP, LE | 5.3, A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 159.9 x 75.1 x 8.4 mm | 147.0 x 70.6 x 7.6 mm |
| Weight | 187 grams | 167 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP67 - Dust and water resistant | IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes |
| Contracts | - |
£20.00/mo
£49.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | - | £259.99 |
| Prices updated 26 July 2026 | ||
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which has the better screen, the Samsung Galaxy A52 5G or Samsung Galaxy S24?
The Samsung Galaxy A52 5G has the bigger screen at 6.5" compared to the Samsung Galaxy S24's 6.2", the Samsung Galaxy S24 has the sharper display at 416 pixels per inch versus 405, and the Samsung Galaxy A52 5G uses a Super AMOLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy S24 has a Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X.
Which has the better camera, the Samsung Galaxy A52 5G or Samsung Galaxy S24?
The Samsung Galaxy A52 5G features a 64 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy S24 has a 50 Megapixels rear camera. Both devices also have front-facing cameras for selfies and video calls.
What storage options are available for the Samsung Galaxy A52 5G and Samsung Galaxy S24?
The Samsung Galaxy A52 5G is available in 128GB, while the Samsung Galaxy S24 comes in 128GB, 256GB.
What processors do the Samsung Galaxy A52 5G and Samsung Galaxy S24 use?
The Samsung Galaxy A52 5G is powered by the Qualcomm SM7225 Snapdragon 750 5G, while the Samsung Galaxy S24 uses the Qualcomm SM8650-AB Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm).
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Samsung Galaxy A52 5G or Samsung Galaxy S24?
The Samsung Galaxy S24 is the more portable of the two: it's 20g lighter at 167 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 147.0 x 70.6 x 7.6 mm, and is slimmer at 7.6mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the Samsung Galaxy A52 5G or Samsung Galaxy S24?
The Samsung Galaxy A52 5G is rated IP67 - Dust and water resistant, while the Samsung Galaxy S24 is rated IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes.
What operating system do the Samsung Galaxy A52 5G and Samsung Galaxy S24 run?
The Samsung Galaxy A52 5G runs Android 11 and the Samsung Galaxy S24 runs Android 14. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.