Samsung Galaxy A52 review: Easily best in the company's midrange line-up

 

Samsung is the only smartphone brand in India with a product line-up covering almost the entire price spectrum. Though the company is competitive in the premium market, it lags behind others in the midrange and budget segments because its smartphones are generally on the expensive side when you look at the price-specifications ratio. The South Korean electronics maker has taken steps to make its affordable offerings as competitive as premium ones, and the efforts are seen in the company’s recently launched Galaxy A52 midrange smartphone. It is loaded with premium features, including a sAMOLED screen of 90Hz refresh rate, stereo speakers, 64-megapixel-based quad-camera array on the back, and a water- and dust-resistant design.

Design

The Samsung Galaxy A52 looks different, and attracts attention thus, which does not always translate into liking because of a cheap plastic construction. While there are many smartphones with a plastic construction that look good and premium, including Samsung’s own, but the Galaxy A52 looks dull simply because it lacks the usual bells and whistles like a gradient finish and dual-tone colour theme. The phone is not a looker but it does not feel bad in hand. It has a compact form factor and lightweight build for a good in-hand feel and ease of use. Its plastic back cover has a textured finish, which aids handling and reduces the chances of accidental drops. Not to forget, the Samsung Galaxy A52 is IP67-rated for protection against minor water and dust damages – something that most of its peer’s lack. Read More