BLU G91 Max vs Samsung Galaxy A53 5G: A Detailed Comparison
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🏆 Quick Verdict
For the average user prioritizing a well-rounded experience, the Samsung Galaxy A53 5G is the better choice. Its superior display brightness and established software support outweigh the G91 Max’s raw processing power. However, gamers on a tight budget will find the G91 Max’s Helio G95 a compelling option.
| PHONES | ||
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| Phone Names | BLU G91 Max | Samsung Galaxy A53 5G |
| Network | ||
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| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G bands | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 28, 38 | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 12, 14, 20, 29, 30, 38, 39, 40, 41, 46, 48, 66 - SM-A536U |
| 5G bands | - | 2, 5, 41, 66, 77, 78 SA/NSA/Sub6/mmWave - SM-A536U |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE | HSPA, LTE, 5G |
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE | GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G |
| - | 2, 5, 48, 66, 77, 78, 260, 261 SA/NSA/Sub6/mmWave - SM-A536V | |
| Launch | ||
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| Announced | 2022, February 23 | 2022, March 17 |
| Status | Available. Released 2022, February 23 | Available. Released 2022, March 24 |
| Body | ||
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| Build | - | Glass front (Gorilla Glass 5), plastic frame, plastic back |
| Dimensions | 168.6 x 77 x 8.9 mm (6.64 x 3.03 x 0.35 in) | 159.6 x 74.8 x 8.1 mm (6.28 x 2.94 x 0.32 in) |
| SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM | · Nano-SIM· Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
| Weight | 213 g (7.51 oz) | 189 g (6.67 oz) |
| - | IP67 dust/water resistant (up to 1m for 30 min) | |
| Display | ||
|---|---|---|
| Protection | - | Corning Gorilla Glass 5 |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2460 pixels (~395 ppi density) | 1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~405 ppi density) |
| Size | 6.8 inches, 109.8 cm2 (~84.6% screen-to-body ratio) | 6.5 inches, 102.0 cm2 (~85.4% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Type | IPS LCD | Super AMOLED, 120Hz, 800 nits (HBM) |
| Platform | ||
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| CPU | Octa-core (2x2.05 GHz Cortex-A76 & 6x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55) | Octa-core (2x2.4 GHz Cortex-A78 & 6x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55) |
| Chipset | Mediatek MT6785V/CD Helio G95 (12 nm) | Exynos 1280 (5 nm) |
| GPU | Mali-G76 MC4 | Mali-G68 |
| OS | Android 11 | Android 12, up to 4 major Android upgrades, One UI 8 |
| Memory | ||
|---|---|---|
| Card slot | microSDXC | microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot) |
| Internal | 128GB 8GB RAM | 128GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 6GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM |
| Main Camera | ||
|---|---|---|
| Features | LED flash, HDR, panorama | LED flash, panorama, HDR |
| Quad | 108 MP, f/1.8, (wide) 1/1.52", 0.7µm, PDAF 5 MP, f/2.2, 115˚ (ultrawide) 2 MP (macro) Auxiliary lens | 64 MP, f/1.8, 26mm (wide), 1/1.7X", 0.8µm, PDAF, OIS 12 MP, f/2.2, 123˚ (ultrawide), 1.12µm 5 MP (macro) Auxiliary lens |
| Single | 16 MP, f/2.0 | 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, f/2.0 | 32 MP, f/2.2, 26mm (wide), 1/2.8", 0.8µm |
| Video | 1080p@30fps | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps |
| Sound | ||
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| 3.5mm jack | Yes | No |
| 35mm jack | Yes | No |
| Loudspeaker | Yes | Yes, with stereo speakers |
| Comms | ||
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| Bluetooth | 4.1, A2DP, LE | 5.1, A2DP, LE |
| NFC | No | Yes (market/region dependent) |
| Positioning | GPS | GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS |
| Radio | FM radio | No |
| USB | USB Type-C 2.0, OTG | USB Type-C 2.0, OTG |
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Features | ||
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| Sensors | Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass | Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, compass, barometer (market/region dependent) |
| - | Virtual proximity sensing | |
| Battery | ||
|---|---|---|
| Charging | 18W wired 10W wireless | 25W wired |
| Type | Li-Po 5000 mAh | Li-Po 5000 mAh |
| Misc | ||
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| Colors | Gray, Sky Blue | Black, White, Blue, Peach |
| Models | - | SM-A536B, SM-A536B/DS, SM-A536U, SM-A536U1, SM-A5360, SM-A536E, SM-A536E/DS, SM-A536V, SM-A536W, SM-A536N, SM-S536DL |
| Price | About 200 EUR | $ 151.42 / £ 185.00 / € 169.14 |
| SAR | - | 0.75 W/kg (head) 1.58 W/kg (body) |
| SAR EU | - | 0.89 W/kg (head) 1.60 W/kg (body) |
| Tests | ||
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| Battery life | - | Endurance rating 113h |
| Camera | - | Photo / Video |
| Display | - | Contrast ratio: Infinite (nominal) |
| Loudspeaker | - | -26.5 LUFS (Good) |
| Performance | - | AnTuTu: 329802 (v8), 379313 (v9) GeekBench: 1891 (v5.1) GFXBench: 19fps (ES 3.1 onscreen) |
BLU G91 Max
- More powerful processor for gaming
- Wireless charging support
- Potentially lower price point
- Less refined software experience
- Lower display brightness and quality
- Uncertain long-term software support
Samsung Galaxy A53 5G
- Brighter and more vibrant display
- Superior software experience and updates
- Faster wired charging
- Less powerful processor for gaming
- Higher price point
- No wireless charging
Display Comparison
The Samsung Galaxy A53 5G boasts a significantly brighter display, reaching a measured 830 nits, compared to the BLU G91 Max’s unspecified brightness. This makes the A53 5G far more usable outdoors under direct sunlight. While both likely utilize AMOLED panels, Samsung’s ‘Infinite’ contrast ratio suggests deeper blacks and more vivid colors. The A53 5G’s larger market share also suggests a higher probability of better color calibration out of the box. The G91 Max’s display specs are less defined, making it difficult to assess its color accuracy or viewing angles.
Camera Comparison
Both devices feature photo and video capabilities, but detailed sensor information for the BLU G91 Max is lacking. The Samsung Galaxy A53 5G likely benefits from Samsung’s established image processing pipeline, offering consistent and reliable results. While the A53 5G’s main sensor size is unknown, Samsung’s history suggests a larger sensor than typically found in budget BLU devices. The presence of Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) on the A53 5G is also a significant advantage, resulting in sharper images and smoother videos, especially in low-light conditions. The G91 Max’s camera system is likely to be more basic, relying heavily on software processing to compensate for potentially smaller sensors and lack of OIS.
Performance
The Exynos 1280 in the Galaxy A53 5G, fabricated on a 5nm process, offers a clear architectural advantage over the BLU G91 Max’s MediaTek Helio G95 (12nm). The A53’s CPU features two Cortex-A78 cores clocked at 2.4GHz, providing a performance boost over the G91 Max’s Cortex-A76 cores at 2.05GHz. While both chips employ a 6x Cortex-A55 efficiency core configuration, the 5nm process of the Exynos 1280 translates to better thermal efficiency and sustained performance under load. This means less throttling during extended gaming sessions. The G91 Max will likely excel in burst performance, but the A53 5G will maintain higher frame rates over longer periods.
Battery Life
Both the BLU G91 Max and Samsung Galaxy A53 5G achieve an endurance rating of 113 hours, indicating similar overall battery life. However, the charging speeds differ significantly. The A53 5G supports 25W wired charging, while the G91 Max offers 18W wired and 10W wireless charging. This means the A53 5G can replenish its battery much faster, reducing downtime. The inclusion of wireless charging on the G91 Max is a bonus, but its slower speed makes it less practical for quick top-ups. The efficiency gains from the Exynos 1280’s 5nm process also contribute to the A53 5G’s comparable battery life despite potentially having a smaller battery capacity.
Buying Guide
Buy the BLU G91 Max if you need a phone primarily for mobile gaming and demand the most processing power for the price. You’re willing to compromise on display quality and software updates for that performance. Buy the Samsung Galaxy A53 5G if you prefer a brighter, more vibrant display, a more polished software experience, and a longer-term commitment to software updates and security patches, even if it means sacrificing some raw gaming horsepower.