Samsung Galaxy A52 5G
Price: £399 from fave.co/2QZpItf
Samsung has long dominated the Android flagship scene with its prestigious Galaxy S series. But it’s also been steadily stepping up its mid-range efforts, of which the Samsung Galaxy A52 5G is the latest entry.
Rather than excelling in any one area, this £399 phone provides an all-round level of competence that should keep most casual users satisfied. With a fast and vibrant display, a decent main camera and solid build quality, the Samsung Galaxy A52 5G does most of the basics well.
But the competition is strong in this part of the market, and rival efforts from Xiaomi and OnePlus risk making the Galaxy A52 5G look a tad overpriced.
DESIGN
The Galaxy A52 5G doesn’t exactly wow with its design language, but you can still see Samsung’s mastery of the manufacturing process.
A Gorilla Glass 5 front meets with a shiny metal frame that sits in pleasing contrast to the matte finish of the rear panel, standing as a blessed relief from all the greasy glass-effect materials that are widely used across the budget market.
The phone feels solid in the hand with a comforting lack of flex to it, but at 189g, it’s hardly what you’d call lightweight.
We’re pleased to see an IP67 rating here, as this is often one of the first things
