TCL Stylus vs. Samsung Galaxy A52s 5G: A Detailed Showdown

Choosing a new Android phone can be overwhelming. The TCL Stylus offers a unique stylus experience at a budget-friendly price, while the Samsung Galaxy A52s 5G boasts a strong all-around performance and a vibrant display. Let's dive into a detailed comparison to see which device comes out on top.

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🏆 Quick Verdict

The Samsung Galaxy A52s 5G is the clear winner, offering superior performance, a brighter display, and a more refined camera system. While the TCL Stylus provides a stylus for note-taking and creativity, the A52s 5G delivers a more premium and well-rounded experience.

PHONES
Phone Names	TCL Stylus	Samsung Galaxy A52s 5G

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	2, 4, 5, 12, 25, 26, 41, 66, 71	1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 20, 26, 28, 32, 38, 40, 41, 66
5G bands	25, 41, 66, 77 SA/NSA/Sub6	1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66, 78 SA/NSA/Sub6
Speed	HSPA, LTE, 5G	HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat18 1200/150 Mbps, 5G
Technology	GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G	GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G

Launch
Announced	2022, June 02	2021, August 17
Status	Available. Released 2022, June 02	Available. Released 2021, September 01

Body
Build	Glass front, plastic frame, plastic back	Glass front (Gorilla Glass 5), plastic back
Dimensions	169.6 x 76.5 x 9 mm (6.68 x 3.01 x 0.35 in)	159.9 x 75.1 x 8.4 mm (6.30 x 2.96 x 0.33 in)
SIM	Nano-SIM	· Nano-SIM· Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Weight	213 g (7.51 oz)	189 g (6.67 oz)
	Stylus	IP67 dust/water resistant (up to 1m for 30 min)

Display
Protection	NEG	Corning Gorilla Glass 5
Resolution	1080 x 2460 pixels (~395 ppi density)	1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~405 ppi density)
Size	6.81 inches, 110.1 cm2 (~84.9% screen-to-body ratio)	6.5 inches, 102.0 cm2 (~84.9% screen-to-body ratio)
Type	IPS LCD, 500 nits (typ)	Super AMOLED, 120Hz, 800 nits (HBM)

Platform
CPU	Octa-core (2x2.2 GHz Cortex-A76 & 6x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55)	Octa-core (1x2.4 GHz Cortex-A78 & 3x2.2 GHz Cortex-A78 & 4x1.9 GHz Cortex-A55)
Chipset	Mediatek Dimensity 700 (7 nm)	Qualcomm SM7325 Snapdragon 778G 5G (6 nm)
GPU	Mali-G57 MC2	Adreno 642L
OS	Android 12, TCL UI 4.0	Android 11, upgradable to Android 14, One UI 6

Memory
Card slot	microSDXC (dedicated slot)	microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)
Internal	128GB 4GB 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	-	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	13 MP, f/2.3, 19mm (ultrawide), 1/3", 1.12µm	32 MP, f/2.2, 26mm (wide), 1/2.8", 0.8µm
Triple	50 MP, f/1.8, 28mm (wide), 1/2.76", 0.64µm, PDAF 5 MP, 115˚ (ultrawide) 2 MP (macro) Auxiliary lens	-
Video	1080p@30fps	4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps; gyro-EIS

Selfie camera
Features	HDR	HDR
Single	13 MP, f/2.3, 19mm (ultrawide), 1/3", 1.12µm	32 MP, f/2.2, 26mm (wide), 1/2.8", 0.8µm
Video	1080p@30fps	4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps

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

Comms
Bluetooth	5.2, A2DP, LE	5.0, A2DP, LE
NFC	Yes	Yes (market/region dependent)
Positioning	GPS	GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS, QZSS
Radio	Unspecified	No
USB	USB Type-C 2.0, OTG	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
Sensors	Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer	Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, compass
	-	Virtual Proximity Sensing

Battery
Charging	18W wired	25W wired
Type	Li-Ion 4000 mAh	Li-Ion 4500 mAh

Misc
Colors	Lunar Black	Awesome Black, Awesome White, Awesome Purple, Awesome Mint
Models	T779W	SM-A528B, SM-A528B/DS, SM-A528N
Price	About 240 EUR	£ 112.98 / € 249.47
SAR	1.25 W/kg (head) 1.25 W/kg (body)	0.72 W/kg (head)
SAR EU	-	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)

TCL Stylus

Integrated Stylus
Budget-Friendly
Decent Battery Life

Lower Performance
Less Bright Display
Less Capable Camera

Samsung Galaxy A52s 5G

Superior Performance (Snapdragon 778G 5G)
Brighter Display
Better Camera System
Faster Charging (25W)
5G Connectivity

Higher Price
No Stylus

Display Comparison

The Samsung Galaxy A52s 5G’s display shines with a measured 800 nits of peak brightness, making it easily viewable outdoors. Its 'Infinite' contrast ratio (nominal) suggests excellent blacks and vibrant colors. The TCL Stylus likely has a decent display, but it won't match the A52s 5G's brightness and contrast. Expect a more muted visual experience on the Stylus.

Camera Comparison

The Galaxy A52s 5G generally offers a more versatile and higher-quality camera system. While specific megapixel counts aren't provided, Samsung's image processing is typically superior. Expect better low-light performance, more detail, and more consistent results from the A52s 5G's cameras. The Stylus camera is likely adequate for casual snapshots.

Performance

The Snapdragon 778G 5G in the Galaxy A52s 5G is significantly more powerful than the Dimensity 700 in the TCL Stylus. Expect smoother multitasking, faster app loading times, and better gaming performance on the A52s 5G. The Stylus will handle everyday tasks adequately, but may struggle with demanding games or applications.

Battery Life

Both phones boast impressive endurance ratings of 113h. While this is a standardized test, the A52s 5G's more efficient chipset and 25W charging give it a slight edge in real-world usage and charging speed.

Buying Guide

The TCL Stylus is ideal for students or anyone who values stylus input for note-taking, sketching, or general productivity on a tight budget. The Samsung Galaxy A52s 5G is a better choice for users prioritizing performance, camera quality, and a smoother overall experience, especially if 5G connectivity is desired.