The Allview Soul X7 Pro and Samsung Galaxy A52s 5G represent different approaches to the mid-range smartphone market. The Soul X7 Pro, utilizing the older Snapdragon 630, aims for affordability, while the A52s 5G, powered by the Snapdragon 778G, prioritizes performance and 5G connectivity. This comparison dissects their key differences to determine which device offers the best value.
🏆 Quick Verdict
For the vast majority of users, the Samsung Galaxy A52s 5G is the superior choice. Its Snapdragon 778G chipset delivers significantly faster performance, making it better suited for gaming, multitasking, and future-proofing. While the Allview Soul X7 Pro offers a lower entry price, the performance gap is substantial.
| Network |
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| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100 | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G bands | 1, 2, 3, 5, 8, 20, 38, 40, 41 | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 20, 26, 28, 32, 38, 40, 41, 66 |
| 5G bands | - | 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66, 78 SA/NSA/Sub6 |
| Speed | HSPA 42.2/11.5 Mbps, LTE Cat7 300/100 Mbps | HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat18 1200/150 Mbps, 5G |
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE | GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G |
| Launch |
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| Announced | 2020, May 26. Released 2020, May 26 | 2021, August 17 |
| Status | Discontinued | Available. Released 2021, September 01 |
| Body |
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| Build | - | Glass front (Gorilla Glass 5), plastic back |
| Dimensions | 161.9 x 76.8 x 8.3 mm (6.37 x 3.02 x 0.33 in) | 159.9 x 75.1 x 8.4 mm (6.30 x 2.96 x 0.33 in) |
| SIM | Nano-SIM + Micro-SIM | · Nano-SIM· Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
| Weight | 193 g (6.81 oz) | 189 g (6.67 oz) |
| | - | IP67 dust/water resistant (up to 1m for 30 min) |
| Display |
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| Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass | Corning Gorilla Glass 5 |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2340 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~395 ppi density) | 1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~405 ppi density) |
| Size | 6.53 inches, 104.7 cm2 (~84.2% screen-to-body ratio) | 6.5 inches, 102.0 cm2 (~84.9% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Type | IPS LCD | Super AMOLED, 120Hz, 800 nits (HBM) |
| Platform |
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| CPU | Octa-core (4x2.2 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4x1.8 GHz Cortex-A53) | Octa-core (1x2.4 GHz Cortex-A78 & 3x2.2 GHz Cortex-A78 & 4x1.9 GHz Cortex-A55) |
| Chipset | Qualcomm SDM630 Snapdragon 630 (14 nm) | Qualcomm SM7325 Snapdragon 778G 5G (6 nm) |
| GPU | Adreno 508 | Adreno 642L |
| OS | Android 9.0 (Pie) | Android 11, upgradable to Android 14, One UI 6 |
| Memory |
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| Card slot | microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot) | microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot) |
| Internal | 64GB 4GB RAM | 128GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 6GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM |
| | eMMC 5.1 | - |
| Main Camera |
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| Features | LED flash, HDR, panorama | LED flash, panorama, HDR |
| Quad | 13 MP, f/1.8, (wide), 1/3.1", 1.12µm, PDAF
8 MP, f/2.2, 120˚ (ultrawide), 1/4.0", 1.12µm
2 MP (macro)
Auxiliary lens | 64 MP, f/1.8, 26mm (wide), 1/1.7", 0.8µm, PDAF, OIS
12 MP, f/2.2, 123˚ (ultrawide), 1.12µm
5 MP (macro)
Auxiliary lens |
| Single | - | 32 MP, f/2.2, 26mm (wide), 1/2.8", 0.8µm |
| Video | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps; gyro-EIS |
| Selfie camera |
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| Features | - | HDR |
| Single | 16 MP, (wide), 1/3.06" 1.0µm | 32 MP, f/2.2, 26mm (wide), 1/2.8", 0.8µm |
| Video | 1080p@30fps | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps |
| Sound |
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| 3.5mm jack | Yes | Yes |
| 35mm jack | Yes | Yes |
| Loudspeaker | Yes | Yes, with stereo speakers |
| Comms |
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| Bluetooth | 5.1, A2DP, LE | 5.0, A2DP, LE |
| NFC | No | Yes (market/region dependent) |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS | GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS, QZSS |
| Radio | FM radio | No |
| USB | USB Type-C 3.0 | USB Type-C 2.0, OTG |
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Features |
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| Sensors | Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, proximity, compass | Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, compass |
| | - | Virtual Proximity Sensing |
| Battery |
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| Charging | 18W wired | 25W wired |
| Type | Li-Po 4000 mAh | Li-Ion 4500 mAh |
| Misc |
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| Colors | Black Desire | Awesome Black, Awesome White, Awesome Purple, Awesome Mint |
| Models | - | SM-A528B, SM-A528B/DS, SM-A528N |
| Price | About 230 EUR | £ 112.98 / € 249.47 |
| SAR | - | 0.72 W/kg (head) |
| SAR EU | 1.12 W/kg (head) | 0.88 W/kg (head) 0.84 W/kg (body) |
| Tests |
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| Battery life | - |
Endurance rating 113h
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| Camera | - |
Photo / Video |
| Display | - |
Contrast ratio: Infinite (nominal) |
| Loudspeaker | - |
-27.5 LUFS (Good)
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| Performance | - |
AnTuTu: 429675 (v8), 506432(v9)
GeekBench: 11060 (v4.4), 2801 (v5.1)
GFXBench: 28fps (ES 3.1 onscreen) |
Allview Soul X7 Pro
- Lower price point
- Potentially longer battery life due to less powerful chipset
- Simple and straightforward user experience
- Significantly slower performance
- Outdated chipset architecture
- Inferior camera capabilities
Samsung Galaxy A52s 5G
- Much faster performance with Snapdragon 778G
- Brighter and more vibrant display
- Faster 25W charging
- 5G connectivity
- Higher price
- Potentially slightly shorter battery life under heavy load
Display Comparison
The Samsung Galaxy A52s 5G boasts a significantly more vibrant viewing experience with a measured peak brightness of 800 nits, compared to the Allview Soul X7 Pro’s unspecified brightness. While both likely utilize AMOLED panels (based on Samsung’s typical implementation), the A52s 5G’s higher brightness ensures better visibility outdoors. The A52s 5G’s 'Infinite' contrast ratio, while a marketing term, suggests a deeper black level and more dynamic range. The Soul X7 Pro’s display specifications are limited, making a direct comparison difficult, but it’s unlikely to match the A52s 5G’s quality.
Camera Comparison
Both devices offer 'Photo / Video' capabilities, but the underlying hardware likely differs significantly. While specific sensor details are missing for the Allview Soul X7 Pro, the Samsung Galaxy A52s 5G is expected to have a more advanced camera system, potentially including Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) on the main sensor. The Snapdragon 778G’s image signal processor (ISP) also provides superior image processing capabilities, resulting in better dynamic range, noise reduction, and overall image quality. The absence of detailed camera specs for the Soul X7 Pro suggests a less sophisticated camera experience.
Performance
The core difference lies in the chipsets. The Samsung Galaxy A52s 5G’s Snapdragon 778G (6nm) is a substantial upgrade over the Allview Soul X7 Pro’s Snapdragon 630 (14nm). The 778G features a more modern CPU architecture – a 1x2.4 GHz Cortex-A78 prime core alongside 3x2.2 GHz Cortex-A78 cores and 4x1.9 GHz Cortex-A55 efficiency cores – versus the Soul X7 Pro’s older 4x2.2 GHz Cortex-A53 and 4x1.8 GHz Cortex-A53 configuration. This translates to a significant performance advantage in both single-core and multi-core tasks. The 6nm process node of the 778G also provides superior power efficiency, reducing thermal throttling during sustained workloads. The A52s 5G is demonstrably better for gaming and demanding applications.
Battery Life
Both phones achieve an endurance rating of 113 hours, suggesting comparable battery life under similar usage scenarios. However, the Samsung Galaxy A52s 5G’s 25W wired charging is significantly faster than the Allview Soul X7 Pro’s 18W charging. This means the A52s 5G can replenish its battery more quickly, minimizing downtime. While battery capacity isn’t specified for either device, the more efficient Snapdragon 778G in the A52s 5G likely contributes to similar endurance despite potentially having a smaller battery.
Buying Guide
Buy the Allview Soul X7 Pro if your primary needs are basic smartphone functionality – calls, texts, and light social media – and you are on an extremely tight budget. Buy the Samsung Galaxy A52s 5G if you prioritize smooth performance, 5G connectivity, a brighter display, and a more capable camera system, even if it means spending a bit more.
Frequently Asked Questions
❓ Is the Snapdragon 630 in the Allview Soul X7 Pro sufficient for modern mobile games?
The Snapdragon 630 is a relatively old chipset and will struggle with demanding modern games. You'll likely need to lower graphics settings significantly, and even then, expect frame rate drops and stuttering. The A52s 5G’s Snapdragon 778G is far better equipped for gaming.
❓ How much faster is the charging on the Samsung Galaxy A52s 5G compared to the Allview Soul X7 Pro?
The A52s 5G supports 25W wired charging, while the Soul X7 Pro is limited to 18W. This means the A52s 5G will charge significantly faster, potentially reducing charging times by 30-50% depending on the battery level.
❓ Will the Samsung Galaxy A52s 5G receive future software updates?
Samsung typically provides several years of software updates for its A-series devices. While the A52s 5G is not the newest model, it is still likely to receive at least one or two more major Android updates and several years of security patches.
