Realme 9 Pro+ vs Samsung Galaxy A53 5G: A Detailed Comparison
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🏆 Quick Verdict
For most users, the Samsung Galaxy A53 5G is the better all-rounder. Its significantly brighter display and Samsung’s software support outweigh the Realme 9 Pro+'s faster charging and slightly more powerful chipset. However, gamers and power users will appreciate the Realme’s performance edge.
| PHONES | ||
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| Phone Names | Realme 9 Pro+ | 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, 18, 19, 20, 26, 28, 38, 39, 40, 41, 66 - International | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 12, 14, 20, 29, 30, 38, 39, 40, 41, 46, 48, 66 - SM-A536U |
| 5G bands | 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66, 77, 78 SA/NSA - International | 2, 5, 41, 66, 77, 78 SA/NSA/Sub6/mmWave - SM-A536U |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE, 5G | HSPA, LTE, 5G |
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G | 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 16 | 2022, March 17 |
| Status | Available. Released 2022, February 21 | Available. Released 2022, March 24 |
| Body | ||
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| Build | Glass front (Gorilla Glass 5), glass back | Glass front (Gorilla Glass 5), plastic frame, plastic back |
| Dimensions | 160.2 x 73.3 x 8 mm (6.31 x 2.89 x 0.31 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 | 182 g (6.42 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 5 | Corning Gorilla Glass 5 |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~411 ppi density) | 1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~405 ppi density) |
| Size | 6.4 inches, 98.9 cm2 (~84.2% screen-to-body ratio) | 6.5 inches, 102.0 cm2 (~85.4% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Type | Super AMOLED, 90Hz, 430 nits (typ), 600 nits (HBM) | Super AMOLED, 120Hz, 800 nits (HBM) |
| Platform | ||
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| CPU | Octa-core (2x2.5 GHz Cortex-A78 & 6x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55) | Octa-core (2x2.4 GHz Cortex-A78 & 6x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55) |
| Chipset | Mediatek Dimensity 920 (6 nm) | Exynos 1280 (5 nm) |
| GPU | Mali-G68 MC4 | Mali-G68 |
| OS | Android 12, upgradable to Android 14, Realme UI 5.0 | Android 12, up to 4 major Android upgrades, One UI 8 |
| Memory | ||
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| Card slot | No | microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot) |
| Internal | 128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM | 128GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 6GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM |
| Main Camera | ||
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| Features | LED flash, HDR, panorama | LED flash, panorama, HDR |
| Quad | - | 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 | - | 32 MP, f/2.2, 26mm (wide), 1/2.8", 0.8µm |
| Triple | 50 MP, f/1.8, 24mm (wide), 1/1.56", 1.0µm, PDAF, OIS 8 MP, f/2.2, 119˚, 16mm (ultrawide), 1/4.0", 1.12µm 2 MP (macro) | - |
| Video | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60/120/480fps, 720p@960fps, gyro-EIS | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps; gyro-EIS |
| Selfie camera | ||
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| Features | HDR, panorama | HDR |
| Single | 16 MP, f/2.4, 27mm (wide), 1/3.09", 1.0µm | 32 MP, f/2.2, 26mm (wide), 1/2.8", 0.8µm |
| Video | 1080p@30fps, gyro-EIS | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps |
| Sound | ||
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| 3.5mm jack | - | No |
| 35mm jack | Yes | No |
| Loudspeaker | Yes, with stereo speakers | Yes, with stereo speakers |
| Comms | ||
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| Bluetooth | 5.2, A2DP, LE, aptX HD | 5.1, A2DP, LE |
| NFC | Yes (market/region dependent) | Yes (market/region dependent) |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, BDS | GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS |
| Radio | No | No |
| USB | USB Type-C 2.0, OTG | USB Type-C 2.0, OTG |
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Features | ||
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| Sensors | Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass | Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, compass, barometer (market/region dependent) |
| - | Virtual proximity sensing | |
| Battery | ||
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| Charging | 60W wired, PD3.0, 100% in 44 min | 25W wired |
| Type | 4500 mAh | Li-Po 5000 mAh |
| Misc | ||
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| Colors | Midnight Black, Aurora Green, Sunrise Blue, Free Fire Limited Edition | Black, White, Blue, Peach |
| Models | RMX3392, RMX3393 | 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 | £ 493.68 | $ 151.42 / £ 185.00 / € 169.14 |
| SAR | 1.19 W/kg (head) 0.73 W/kg (body) | 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) |
Realme 9 Pro+
- Significantly faster 60W charging
- More powerful Dimensity 920 chipset
- Potentially better thermal management due to 6nm process
- Dimmer display compared to the Galaxy A53
- Less established brand reputation
Samsung Galaxy A53 5G
- Brighter and more vibrant display
- Samsung’s software ecosystem and support
- Generally more refined user experience
- Slower 25W charging
- Less powerful Exynos 1280 chipset
Display Comparison
The Samsung Galaxy A53 5G boasts a substantial advantage in display brightness, reaching a measured 830 nits compared to the Realme 9 Pro+'s 613 nits. This translates to significantly better visibility under direct sunlight. While both utilize OLED panels, the A53’s higher peak brightness and 'Infinite' contrast ratio (nominal) provide a more immersive viewing experience. The Realme 9 Pro+ lacks specific contrast ratio data, suggesting it won't match the A53's deep blacks. While both likely employ similar PWM dimming rates (data unavailable), the A53’s overall display quality is superior for everyday use and media consumption.
Camera Comparison
Both devices feature capable camera systems, but detailed sensor information is limited. Both are capable of Photo and Video capture. The Realme 9 Pro+’s camera system is likely tuned for vibrant, social media-ready images, while Samsung typically aims for more natural color reproduction. Without specific sensor size or aperture data, it’s difficult to definitively declare a winner. The inclusion of Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) on either device would be a significant advantage, but this information is not provided. The 2MP macro cameras on both phones are likely to offer limited utility, serving primarily as filler for marketing specifications.
Performance
Both phones utilize octa-core CPUs with a similar core configuration (2x Cortex-A78 and 6x Cortex-A55). However, the Realme 9 Pro+’s Mediatek Dimensity 920, built on a 6nm process, offers a slight edge in raw performance compared to the Samsung Galaxy A53 5G’s Exynos 1280 (5nm). The 6nm node generally translates to better power efficiency, potentially mitigating throttling during extended gaming sessions. While the Exynos 1280 benefits from the slightly more efficient 5nm process, the Dimensity 920’s higher clock speeds (2.5GHz vs 2.4GHz) give it a performance lead in benchmarks and real-world applications. The A53's GPU performance is adequate for most tasks, but the 9 Pro+ will handle graphically intensive games more smoothly.
Battery Life
Both the Realme 9 Pro+ and Samsung Galaxy A53 5G achieve similar endurance ratings of 117h and 113h respectively, suggesting comparable real-world battery life. However, the Realme 9 Pro+ significantly outperforms the A53 in charging speed, offering 60W wired charging with full charge in 44 minutes, compared to the A53’s slower 25W charging. This difference is substantial; the Realme can top up its battery much faster, minimizing downtime. While the A53’s slightly larger battery capacity (data unavailable) might offer marginally longer runtimes, the convenience of the 9 Pro+'s rapid charging is a major advantage.
Buying Guide
Buy the Realme 9 Pro+ if you prioritize fast charging and need a phone capable of sustained gaming performance. Its 60W charging and Dimensity 920 chipset offer a noticeable advantage for demanding tasks. Buy the Samsung Galaxy A53 5G if you value a vibrant, easily visible display, a more refined software experience, and long-term software support. The A53’s brighter screen is ideal for outdoor use and media consumption.