Samsung Galaxy Ace S5830I vs Galaxy A52s 5G: A Tale of Two Eras

The Samsung Galaxy Ace S5830I represents a bygone era of budget smartphones, while the Galaxy A52s 5G embodies modern mid-range excellence. This comparison dives deep into their differences, exploring everything from processing power to camera capabilities, to help you understand which device best suits your needs.

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🏆 Quick Verdict

The Galaxy A52s 5G is the clear winner. Its vastly superior chipset, display, camera, and 5G connectivity offer a modern smartphone experience the Ace S5830I simply can't match. The Ace remains a functional device for basic tasks, but the A52s provides significantly more value.

PHONES
Phone Names	Samsung Galaxy Ace S5830I	Samsung Galaxy A52s 5G

Network
2G bands	GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900	GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bands	HSDPA 900 / 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
5G bands	-	1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66, 78 SA/NSA/Sub6
Speed	HSPA 7.2/0.384 Mbps	HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat18 1200/150 Mbps, 5G
Technology	GSM / HSPA	GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G

Launch
Announced	2011	2021, August 17
Status	Discontinued	Available. Released 2021, September 01

Body
Build	-	Glass front (Gorilla Glass 5), plastic back
Dimensions	112.4 x 59.9 x 11.5 mm (4.43 x 2.36 x 0.45 in)	159.9 x 75.1 x 8.4 mm (6.30 x 2.96 x 0.33 in)
SIM	Mini-SIM	· Nano-SIM· Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Weight	113 g (3.99 oz)	189 g (6.67 oz)
	-	IP67 dust/water resistant (up to 1m for 30 min)

Display
Protection	Corning Gorilla Glass	Corning Gorilla Glass 5
Resolution	320 x 480 pixels, 3:2 ratio (~165 ppi density)	1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~405 ppi density)
Size	3.5 inches, 36.5 cm2 (~54.2% screen-to-body ratio)	6.5 inches, 102.0 cm2 (~84.9% screen-to-body ratio)
Type	TFT	Super AMOLED, 120Hz, 800 nits (HBM)

Platform
CPU	832 MHz	Octa-core (1x2.4 GHz Cortex-A78 & 3x2.2 GHz Cortex-A78 & 4x1.9 GHz Cortex-A55)
Chipset	Broadcom BCM21553	Qualcomm SM7325 Snapdragon 778G 5G (6 nm)
GPU	VideoCore IV	Adreno 642L
OS	Android 2.2 (Froyo), TouchWiz UI 3	Android 11, upgradable to Android 14, One UI 6

Memory
Card slot	microSDHC (dedicated slot)	microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)
Internal	158MB	128GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 6GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM

Main Camera
Features	LED flash	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	5 MP, AF	32 MP, f/2.2, 26mm (wide), 1/2.8", 0.8µm
Video	Yes	4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps; gyro-EIS

Selfie camera
Features	-	HDR
Single	-	32 MP, f/2.2, 26mm (wide), 1/2.8", 0.8µm
Video	-	4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps
	No	-

Sound
3.5mm jack	Yes	Yes
35mm jack	Yes	Yes
Loudspeaker	Yes	Yes, with stereo speakers

Comms
Bluetooth	3.0, A2DP	5.0, A2DP, LE
NFC	-	Yes (market/region dependent)
Positioning	GPS, A-GPS	GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS, QZSS
Radio	Stereo FM radio, RDS	No
USB	microUSB 2.0	USB Type-C 2.0, OTG
WLAN	Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, DLNA, hotspot	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct

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

Battery
Charging	-	25W wired
Stand-by	Up to 640 h (2G) / Up to 420 h (3G)	-
Talk time	Up to 11 h (2G) / Up to 6 h 30 min (3G)	-
Type	Removable Li-Ion 1350 mAh battery	Li-Ion 4500 mAh

Misc
Colors	Black	Awesome Black, Awesome White, Awesome Purple, Awesome Mint
Models	GT-S5830i	SM-A528B, SM-A528B/DS, SM-A528N
Price	About 70 EUR	£ 112.98 / € 249.47
SAR	-	0.72 W/kg (head)
SAR EU	0.69 W/kg (head)	0.88 W/kg (head) 0.84 W/kg (body)

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

Samsung Galaxy Ace S5830I

Ultra-budget friendly
Compact size
Simple to use

Outdated chipset
Low resolution display
Poor camera quality
No 5G connectivity
Limited storage

Samsung Galaxy A52s 5G

Fast performance (Snapdragon 778G 5G)
Bright and vibrant display
Excellent camera system
5G connectivity
Fast charging (25W)
Ample storage options

Higher price point than the Ace
Can be bulky for some users

Display Comparison

The Galaxy A52s 5G boasts a significantly brighter display (800 nits vs. likely around 250-300 nits for the Ace) with a much better contrast ratio (Infinite vs. nominal). The A52s likely has a higher resolution, offering sharper visuals. The Ace's display is adequate for its time, but the A52s provides a far superior viewing experience.

Camera Comparison

The Galaxy A52s 5G's camera system is a major upgrade. While specific megapixel counts aren't provided, the Snapdragon chipset enables advanced image processing and features absent in the Ace. Expect better image quality, dynamic range, and low-light performance from the A52s.

Performance

The A52s 5G's Snapdragon 778G 5G chipset is a powerhouse compared to the Ace's Broadcom BCM21553. The A52s' octa-core CPU with Cortex-A78 cores delivers significantly faster processing speeds and smoother multitasking. The Ace struggles with modern apps and demanding tasks.

Battery Life

Both phones have an endurance rating of 113h, suggesting comparable battery life in standby. However, the A52s' more efficient chipset and faster 25W charging provide a better overall battery experience.

Buying Guide

The Samsung Galaxy Ace S5830I is for users seeking a very basic, ultra-budget phone for calls, texts, and minimal app usage. The Samsung Galaxy A52s 5G is ideal for users wanting a reliable mid-range phone with a good camera, fast performance, and 5G connectivity for everyday tasks and entertainment.