Ulefone Note 20 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy A52s 5G: A Detailed Comparison
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🏆 Quick Verdict
For the average user prioritizing performance and a superior display, the Samsung Galaxy A52s 5G is the clear winner. Its Snapdragon 778G chipset delivers significantly faster processing and gaming capabilities. However, the Ulefone Note 20 Pro offers exceptional battery life and represents a compelling value proposition for those on a tight budget.
| PHONES | ||
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| Phone Names | Ulefone Note 20 Pro | Samsung Galaxy A52s 5G |
| Network | ||
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| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 2100 | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G bands | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 19, 20, 26, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66 - International | 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, LTE | HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat18 1200/150 Mbps, 5G |
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE | GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G |
| Launch | ||
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| Announced | 2024, September | 2021, August 17 |
| Status | Available. Released 2024, September | Available. Released 2021, September 01 |
| Body | ||
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| Build | - | Glass front (Gorilla Glass 5), plastic back |
| Dimensions | 167.8 x 77.4 x 9.1 mm (6.61 x 3.05 x 0.36 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 + Nano-SIM |
| Weight | 217 g (7.65 oz) | 189 g (6.67 oz) |
| - | IP67 dust/water resistant (up to 1m for 30 min) | |
| Display | ||
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| Protection | Mohs level 4 | Corning Gorilla Glass 5 |
| Resolution | 720 x 1610 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~261 ppi density) | 1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~405 ppi density) |
| Size | 6.75 inches, 109.5 cm2 (~84.3% screen-to-body ratio) | 6.5 inches, 102.0 cm2 (~84.9% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Type | IPS LCD, 90Hz | Super AMOLED, 120Hz, 800 nits (HBM) |
| Platform | ||
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| CPU | Octa-core (2x1.6 GHz Cortex-A75 & 6x1.6 GHz Cortex-A55) | Octa-core (1x2.4 GHz Cortex-A78 & 3x2.2 GHz Cortex-A78 & 4x1.9 GHz Cortex-A55) |
| Chipset | Unisoc T606 (12 nm) | Qualcomm SM7325 Snapdragon 778G 5G (6 nm) |
| GPU | Mali-G57 MP1 | Adreno 642L |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 11, upgradable to Android 14, One UI 6 |
| Memory | ||
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| Card slot | microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot) | microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot) |
| Internal | 128GB 4GB RAM, 256GB 4GB RAM | 128GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 6GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM |
| Main Camera | ||
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| Dual | 50 MP, f/2.0, (wide), 1/1.31", 1.2µm 2 MP (macro) | - |
| 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 | - | 32 MP, f/2.2, 26mm (wide), 1/2.8", 0.8µm |
| Video | 1440p@30fps, 1080p@30fps | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps; gyro-EIS |
| Selfie camera | ||
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| Features | - | HDR |
| Single | 8 MP, f/2.0, (wide), 1.12µm | 32 MP, f/2.2, 26mm (wide), 1/2.8", 0.8µm |
| Video | Yes | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps |
| Sound | ||
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| 3.5mm jack | - | Yes |
| 35mm jack | Yes | Yes |
| Loudspeaker | Yes | Yes, with stereo speakers |
| Comms | ||
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| Bluetooth | 5.0, A2DP | 5.0, A2DP, LE |
| Infrared port | Yes | - |
| NFC | No | Yes (market/region dependent) |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS | GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS, QZSS |
| Radio | Wireless FM radio, RDS, recording | No |
| USB | USB Type-C 2.0 | USB Type-C 2.0, OTG |
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Features | ||
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| Sensors | Accelerometer, proximity | Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, compass |
| - | Virtual Proximity Sensing | |
| Battery | ||
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| Charging | 18W wired | 25W wired |
| Type | Li-Po 6000 mAh | Li-Ion 4500 mAh |
| Misc | ||
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| Colors | Satin Black, Ribbons White | Awesome Black, Awesome White, Awesome Purple, Awesome Mint |
| Models | - | SM-A528B, SM-A528B/DS, SM-A528N |
| Price | About 110 EUR | £ 112.98 / € 249.47 |
| SAR | - | 0.72 W/kg (head) |
| SAR EU | - | 0.88 W/kg (head) 0.84 W/kg (body) |
| Tests | ||
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| 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) |
| EU LABEL | ||
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| Battery | 61:18h endurance, 1000 cycles | - |
| Energy | Class B | - |
| Free fall | Class C (112 falls) | - |
| Repairability | Class B | - |
Ulefone Note 20 Pro
- Exceptional battery life (61:18h endurance)
- Potentially longer battery lifespan (1000 cycles)
- More affordable price point
- Significantly weaker processor performance
- Likely lower display quality (brightness, contrast)
- Slower charging speed
Samsung Galaxy A52s 5G
- Superior performance with Snapdragon 778G
- Brighter and more vibrant display (800 nits)
- Faster charging (25W)
- Shorter battery life compared to Ulefone
- Higher price tag
- Potentially less durable battery (cycle count unknown)
Display Comparison
The Samsung Galaxy A52s 5G boasts a significant advantage with its 800 nits of peak brightness, ensuring excellent visibility even in direct sunlight. While the Ulefone Note 20 Pro’s display specifications are not provided, it’s likely to be considerably dimmer. The A52s 5G’s ‘Infinite’ contrast ratio (typical of AMOLED panels) delivers deeper blacks and more vivid colors compared to the likely LCD panel on the Ulefone. This makes the A52s 5G a better choice for media consumption and outdoor use.
Camera Comparison
Both devices offer photo and video capabilities, but the specifics are limited. Given the A52s 5G’s position in the market, it likely features a more sophisticated camera system with a larger main sensor and optical image stabilization (OIS). While the Ulefone may offer acceptable image quality in good lighting, the A52s 5G is expected to deliver superior low-light performance and more detailed images. The absence of details regarding the Ulefone’s sensor size and aperture makes a precise comparison difficult, but Samsung’s experience in camera technology gives it a clear edge.
Performance
The chipset difference is stark. The Samsung Galaxy A52s 5G’s Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G (6nm) is a substantial upgrade over the Ulefone Note 20 Pro’s Unisoc T606 (12nm). The Snapdragon 778G features a Cortex-A78 prime core clocked at 2.4 GHz, alongside three additional A78 cores, offering significantly faster CPU performance. The Ulefone’s T606 relies on older Cortex-A75 cores clocked lower at 1.6 GHz. This translates to smoother app launches, faster multitasking, and a more enjoyable gaming experience on the A52s 5G. The 6nm process node of the Snapdragon also contributes to better thermal efficiency, reducing throttling during sustained workloads.
Battery Life
The Ulefone Note 20 Pro claims an impressive 61:18h endurance rating, suggesting exceptional battery life. While the Samsung Galaxy A52s 5G has a reported endurance of 113h, the Ulefone’s rating is significantly higher. However, the A52s 5G compensates with 25W wired charging, allowing for faster top-ups compared to the Ulefone’s 18W charging. The Ulefone’s 1000 cycle battery claim suggests a longer lifespan, but the A52s 5G’s faster charging mitigates the impact of a potentially smaller battery capacity.
Buying Guide
Buy the Ulefone Note 20 Pro if you need a phone that can reliably last through two full days of moderate use and prioritize battery life above all else. Buy the Samsung Galaxy A52s 5G if you prefer a smoother, more responsive experience for gaming, multitasking, and content consumption, and value a brighter, more vibrant display.