Samsung Galaxy A52s 5G vs Galaxy A34: The Ultimate Showdown

Choosing between Samsung's mid-range powerhouses can be tough. The Galaxy A52s 5G was a fan favorite, while the A34 brings newer features and improvements. This comprehensive comparison will help you decide which phone best suits your needs and budget.

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🏆 Quick Verdict

The Galaxy A34 edges out the A52s 5G with a brighter display, slightly better battery life, and a more modern design. However, the A52s 5G's Snapdragon 778G still offers excellent performance, making it a strong contender, especially if found at a discounted price.

PHONES
Phone Names	Samsung Galaxy A52s 5G	Samsung Galaxy A34

Network
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, 17, 20, 26, 28, 32, 38, 40, 41, 66	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	1, 3, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 77, 78 SA/NSA/Sub6
Speed	HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat18 1200/150 Mbps, 5G	HSPA, LTE, 5G
Technology	GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G	GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G

Launch
Announced	2021, August 17	2023, March 14
Status	Available. Released 2021, September 01	Available. Released 2023, March 24

Body
Build	Glass front (Gorilla Glass 5), plastic back	Glass front (Gorilla Glass 5), plastic frame, plastic back
Dimensions	159.9 x 75.1 x 8.4 mm (6.30 x 2.96 x 0.33 in)	161.3 x 78.1 x 8.2 mm (6.35 x 3.07 x 0.32 in)
SIM	· Nano-SIM· Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM	· Nano-SIM· Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Weight	189 g (6.67 oz)	199 g (7.02 oz)
	IP67 dust/water resistant (up to 1m for 30 min)	IP67 dust/water resistant (up to 1m for 30 min)

Display
Protection	Corning Gorilla Glass 5	Corning Gorilla Glass 5
Resolution	1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~405 ppi density)	1080 x 2340 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~390 ppi density)
Size	6.5 inches, 102.0 cm2 (~84.9% screen-to-body ratio)	6.6 inches, 106.9 cm2 (~84.9% screen-to-body ratio)
Type	Super AMOLED, 120Hz, 800 nits (HBM)	Super AMOLED, 120Hz, 1000 nits (HBM)

Platform
CPU	Octa-core (1x2.4 GHz Cortex-A78 & 3x2.2 GHz Cortex-A78 & 4x1.9 GHz Cortex-A55)	Octa-core (2x2.6 GHz Cortex-A78 & 6x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55)
Chipset	Qualcomm SM7325 Snapdragon 778G 5G (6 nm)	Mediatek Dimensity 1080 (6 nm)
GPU	Adreno 642L	Mali-G68 MC4
OS	Android 11, upgradable to Android 14, One UI 6	Android 13, up to 4 major Android upgrades, One UI 6.1

Memory
Card slot	microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)	microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)
Internal	128GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 6GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM	128GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 6GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM

Main Camera
Features	LED flash, panorama, HDR	LED flash, panorama, HDR
Quad	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	-
Triple	-	48 MP, f/1.8, 26mm (wide), 1/2.0", 0.8µm, PDAF, OIS 8 MP, f/2.2, 123˚, (ultrawide), 1/4.0", 1.12µm 5 MP (macro)
Video	4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps; gyro-EIS	4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps, 720p@480fps

Selfie camera
Features	HDR	-
Single	32 MP, f/2.2, 26mm (wide), 1/2.8", 0.8µm	13 MP, f/2.2, 26mm (wide), 1/3.1", 1.12µm
Video	4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps	4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps

Sound
3.5mm jack	Yes	No
35mm jack	Yes	No
Loudspeaker	Yes, with stereo speakers	Yes, with stereo speakers

Comms
Bluetooth	5.0, A2DP, LE	5.3, A2DP, LE
NFC	Yes (market/region dependent)	Yes (market/region dependent)
Positioning	GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS, QZSS	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 Direct	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct

Features
Sensors	Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, compass	Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, compass
	Virtual Proximity Sensing	Virtual proximity sensing

Battery
Charging	25W wired	25W wired
Type	Li-Ion 4500 mAh	Li-Ion 5000 mAh

Misc
Colors	Awesome Black, Awesome White, Awesome Purple, Awesome Mint	Lime, Graphite, Violet, Silver
Models	SM-A528B, SM-A528B/DS, SM-A528N	SM-A346E, SM-A346B, SM-A346B/DS, SM-A346B/DSN, SM-A346E/DS, SM-A346E/DSN, SM-A346M, SM-A346M/N, SM-A346M/DSN, SM-A3460
Price	£ 112.98 / € 249.47	€ 169.99 / $ 175.00 / £ 164.99 / ₹ 23,999
SAR	0.72 W/kg (head)	-
SAR EU	0.88 W/kg (head) 0.84 W/kg (body)	0.55 W/kg (head) 1.49 W/kg (body)

Tests
Battery life	Endurance rating 113h	Endurance rating 133h
Camera	Photo / Video	Photo / Video
Display	Contrast ratio: Infinite (nominal)	Contrast ratio: Infinite (nominal)
Loudspeaker	-27.5 LUFS (Good)	-26.1 LUFS (Good)
Performance	AnTuTu: 429675 (v8), 506432(v9) GeekBench: 11060 (v4.4), 2801 (v5.1) GFXBench: 28fps (ES 3.1 onscreen)	AnTuTu: 472126 (v9) GeekBench: 2316 (v5.5), 2518 (v6) GFXBench: 23fps (ES 3.1 onscreen)

Samsung Galaxy A52s 5G

Excellent performance (Snapdragon 778G)
Compact design
Good camera quality
Water and dust resistance (IP67)

Lower brightness display
Slightly older design
No expandable storage

Samsung Galaxy A34

Brighter display (1009 nits)
Longer battery life
Modern design
120Hz refresh rate

Performance slightly behind A52s 5G
Plastic build feels less premium
No expandable storage

Display Comparison

The Galaxy A34 boasts a significant advantage in display brightness, measuring 1009 nits compared to the A52s 5G's 800 nits. Both offer excellent contrast ratios (Infinite nominal), but the A34's higher brightness makes it more usable outdoors. The A34 also features a 120Hz refresh rate, providing smoother scrolling and animations.

Camera Comparison

Both phones feature capable camera systems. The A34 generally produces more vibrant and saturated images, while the A52s 5G sometimes delivers more natural colors. Low-light performance is comparable. Video recording quality is similar on both devices.

Performance

The A52s 5G's Snapdragon 778G 5G chipset is a proven performer, offering a balanced blend of power and efficiency. The A34's Dimensity 1080 is competitive, but generally the Snapdragon 778G holds a slight edge in sustained performance and gaming. Both phones handle everyday tasks with ease.

Battery Life

The Galaxy A34 takes the lead in battery life, with an endurance rating of 133 hours compared to the A52s 5G's 113 hours. This translates to noticeably longer usage times on a single charge for the A34.

Buying Guide

Who should buy the Samsung Galaxy A52s 5G? Users prioritizing raw performance and a slightly more compact design, especially if they can find it at a lower price point. Who should buy the Samsung Galaxy A34? Those seeking a brighter display, longer battery life, and a more contemporary aesthetic, along with Samsung's latest software features.

Frequently Asked Questions

❓ Is the Galaxy A52s 5G still worth buying?

Yes, especially if you can find it at a reduced price. It still offers excellent performance and a good camera, but the A34 provides a more modern experience.

❓ Which phone has better gaming performance?

The Galaxy A52s 5G generally has a slight edge in sustained gaming performance due to the Snapdragon 778G chipset.

❓ Do both phones have expandable storage?

No, neither the Galaxy A52s 5G nor the Galaxy A34 offer expandable storage via microSD card.