Samsung Galaxy A52s 5G vs Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6 5G
Our Verdict: If you've got the Galaxy Z Flip6 5G, the Galaxy A52s 5G is 46 years of updates on from it. The A52s 5G leads on camera hardware with a 64MP main sensor to the Z Flip6 5G's 12MP, plus a 32MP selfie camera against 10MP, and the A52s 5G has the bigger battery of the two, 4500mAh against 4000mAh, which usually means longer between charges. The Z Flip6 5G has the stronger screen, bigger at 6.7" against 6.5" and sharper at 426 PPI, and the Z Flip6 5G offers up to 512GB of storage versus 256GB on the A52s 5G. If you're on the Z Flip6 5G, the A52s 5G is a real step up, but only worth it if the changes above matter to you.
If you'd rather pay up front, the A52s 5G is the cheaper buy at £100 SIM-free.
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Prices updated 26 July 2026
Samsung Galaxy A52s 5G
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Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6 5G
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| Expert Rating | 4.2 8 reviews |
4.1 12 reviews |
| Screen | 6.5" | 6.7" |
| Display | Super AMOLED | Foldable Dynamic AMOLED 2X |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2400 | 1080 x 2640 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 405 | 426 |
| Rear Camera | 64 Megapixels | 12 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 32 Megapixels | 10 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G | Qualcomm SM8550-AC Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm) |
| Battery | 4,500 mAh | 4,000 mAh |
| Storage | 128GB, 256GB | 256GB, 512GB |
| OS | Android | Android |
| SIM Type | Nano SIM | nano-SIM and e-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 | 5.2, A2DP, LE | 5.3, A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 159.9 x 75.1 x 8.4 mm | 165.1 x 71.9 x 6.9 mm |
| Weight | 189 grams | 187 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP67 - Dust and water resistant | IPX8 - water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 mins) |
| Contracts | - |
£13.00/mo
£445.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £99.99 | £329.99 |
| Prices updated 26 July 2026 | ||
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which has the better screen, the Samsung Galaxy A52s 5G or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6 5G?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6 5G has the bigger screen at 6.7" compared to the Samsung Galaxy A52s 5G's 6.5", the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6 5G has the sharper display at 426 pixels per inch versus 405, and the Samsung Galaxy A52s 5G uses a Super AMOLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6 5G has a Foldable Dynamic AMOLED 2X.
Which has the better camera, the Samsung Galaxy A52s 5G or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6 5G?
The Samsung Galaxy A52s 5G features a 64 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6 5G has a 12 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 A52s 5G or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6 5G?
The Samsung Galaxy A52s 5G is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £99.99.
What storage options are available for the Samsung Galaxy A52s 5G and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6 5G?
The Samsung Galaxy A52s 5G is available in 128GB, 256GB, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6 5G comes in 256GB, 512GB.
What processors do the Samsung Galaxy A52s 5G and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6 5G use?
The Samsung Galaxy A52s 5G is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6 5G uses the Qualcomm SM8550-AC Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm).
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Samsung Galaxy A52s 5G or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6 5G?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6 5G is the more portable of the two: they weigh about the same (189 grams vs 187 grams), it's also the more compact phone at 165.1 x 71.9 x 6.9 mm, and is slimmer at 6.9mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the Samsung Galaxy A52s 5G or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6 5G?
The Samsung Galaxy A52s 5G is rated IP67 - Dust and water resistant, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6 5G is rated IPX8 - water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 mins).
What operating system do the Samsung Galaxy A52s 5G and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6 5G run?
Both phones run Android.