Should You Upgrade from the Galaxy A52 5G to the Galaxy A53?
A spec-by-spec look at what actually changes when you move from the Galaxy A52 5G to the Galaxy A53, 1 year apart.
Maybe — worth it only if the new features matter to you
The Galaxy A53 is 1 year newer than the Galaxy A52 5G, and the BeastScore rises from 80.8 to 82.4. The biggest improvements: battery rated 8 points higher, 500 mah bigger battery, launched $50 cheaper.
What you gain with the Galaxy A53
- +Battery rated 8 points higher
- +500 mAh bigger battery
- +Launched $50 cheaper
| Spec | Galaxy A52 5G | Galaxy A53 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| BeastScore (overall) | 80.8 | 82.4 | +1.6 |
| Performance score | 72 | 72 | No real change |
| Camera score | 88 | 88 | No real change |
| Battery score | 78 | 86 | +8 (10%) |
| Display score | 86 | 86 | No real change |
| Battery capacity | 4,500 mAh | 5,000 mAh | +500 mAh (11%) |
| Wired charging | 25W | 25W | No real change |
| Screen size | 6.5" | 6.5" | No real change |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz | 120Hz | No real change |
| Peak brightness | 800 nits | 800 nits | No real change |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 64 MP | No real change |
| RAM | 6 GB | 6 GB | No real change |
| Weight | 189 g | 189 g | No real change |
| Launch price | $499 | $449 | −$50 (10%) |
Upgrade if…
- You regularly run out of battery before the end of the day
Galaxy A52 5G vs Galaxy A53: Upgrade FAQ
Is it worth upgrading from the Galaxy A52 5G to the Galaxy A53?
Maybe — worth it only if the new features matter to you. The Galaxy A53 is 1 year newer than the Galaxy A52 5G, and the BeastScore rises from 80.8 to 82.4. The biggest improvements: battery rated 8 points higher, 500 mah bigger battery, launched $50 cheaper.
What is the biggest difference between the Galaxy A52 5G and Galaxy A53?
Battery rated 8 points higher: 78 on the Galaxy A52 5G vs 86 on the Galaxy A53.
Does the Galaxy A53 have a bigger battery than the Galaxy A52 5G?
The Galaxy A53 has a 5,000 mAh battery versus 4,500 mAh on the Galaxy A52 5G (+500 mAh (11%)).
Who should upgrade to the Galaxy A53?
Upgrade if: You regularly run out of battery before the end of the day.