Umidigi Power 5 vs Samsung Galaxy A52s 5G: A Detailed Comparison
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🏆 Quick Verdict
For the average user prioritizing performance and a smoother overall experience, the Samsung Galaxy A52s 5G is the clear winner. Its Snapdragon 778G chipset offers significantly faster processing and gaming capabilities, while the 25W charging is a substantial upgrade over the Umidigi's 10W. However, the Umidigi Power 5 presents a compelling option for those on an extremely tight budget.
| PHONES | ||
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| Phone Names | Umidigi Power 5 | Samsung Galaxy A52s 5G |
| Network | ||
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| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 800 / 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, 34, 38, 39, 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 |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE | HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat18 1200/150 Mbps, 5G |
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE | GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G |
| Launch | ||
|---|---|---|
| Announced | 2021. Released 2021 | 2021, August 17 |
| Status | Discontinued | Available. Released 2021, September 01 |
| Body | ||
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| Build | - | Glass front (Gorilla Glass 5), plastic back |
| Dimensions | 164.8 x 76.9 x 9.9 mm (6.49 x 3.03 x 0.39 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 | 211 g (7.44 oz) | 189 g (6.67 oz) |
| - | IP67 dust/water resistant (up to 1m for 30 min) | |
| Display | ||
|---|---|---|
| Protection | - | Corning Gorilla Glass 5 |
| Resolution | 720 x 1600 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~269 ppi density) | 1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~405 ppi density) |
| Size | 6.53 inches, 102.9 cm2 (~81.2% screen-to-body ratio) | 6.5 inches, 102.0 cm2 (~84.9% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Type | IPS LCD | Super AMOLED, 120Hz, 800 nits (HBM) |
| Platform | ||
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| CPU | Octa-core (4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4x1.5 GHz Cortex-A53) | Octa-core (1x2.4 GHz Cortex-A78 & 3x2.2 GHz Cortex-A78 & 4x1.9 GHz Cortex-A55) |
| Chipset | Mediatek Helio G25 (12 nm) | Qualcomm SM7325 Snapdragon 778G 5G (6 nm) |
| GPU | PowerVR GE8320 | Adreno 642L |
| OS | Android 11 | Android 11, upgradable to Android 14, One UI 6 |
| Memory | ||
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| Card slot | microSDXC (dedicated slot) | microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot) |
| Internal | 64GB 3GB RAM, 128GB 4GB RAM | 128GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 6GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM |
| Main Camera | ||
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| Features | Dual-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 |
| Triple | 16 MP, f/2.0, (wide), AF 8 MP, 120˚ (ultrawide) 5 MP (macro) | - |
| Video | 1080p@30fps | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps; gyro-EIS |
| Selfie camera | ||
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| Features | - | HDR |
| Single | 8 MP, f/2.2, (wide) | 32 MP, f/2.2, 26mm (wide), 1/2.8", 0.8µm |
| Video | 1080p@30fps | 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, LE | 5.0, A2DP, LE |
| NFC | No | Yes (market/region dependent) |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO | GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS, QZSS |
| Radio | No | No |
| USB | USB Type-C, 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 | ||
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| Sensors | Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, proximity, compass, thermometer (skin temperature) | Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, compass |
| - | Virtual Proximity Sensing | |
| Battery | ||
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| Charging | 10W wired | 25W wired |
| Type | 6150 mAh | Li-Ion 4500 mAh |
| Misc | ||
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| Colors | Carbon Grey, Jade Green, Sapphire Blue | Awesome Black, Awesome White, Awesome Purple, Awesome Mint |
| Models | - | SM-A528B, SM-A528B/DS, SM-A528N |
| Price | - | £ 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) |
Umidigi Power 5
- Extremely affordable price point
- Potentially larger battery capacity (unconfirmed)
- Functional for basic smartphone tasks
- Slow and outdated processor
- Slow 10W charging
- Inferior camera performance
Samsung Galaxy A52s 5G
- Powerful Snapdragon 778G 5G chipset
- Fast 25W charging
- Brighter and more vibrant display
- Higher price than the Umidigi Power 5
- Battery life is comparable, not superior
- May be nearing end-of-life software support
Display Comparison
The Samsung Galaxy A52s 5G boasts a significantly brighter display, reaching a measured 800 nits, compared to the Umidigi Power 5 (brightness unspecified). This translates to better visibility outdoors under direct sunlight. While both phones likely utilize LCD panels given their price points, the A52s 5G’s higher brightness and 'Infinite' contrast ratio (typical of Samsung’s marketing) suggest a more vibrant and engaging viewing experience. Bezels are expected to be slimmer on the A52s 5G, reflecting its higher original price point.
Camera Comparison
Both devices offer photo and video capabilities, but the Samsung Galaxy A52s 5G is expected to deliver superior image quality. While specific sensor details are missing for the Umidigi Power 5, the A52s 5G likely features a larger main sensor and more sophisticated image processing algorithms. The A52s 5G benefits from Samsung’s established camera expertise, offering features like optical image stabilization (OIS) which the Umidigi likely lacks. While both may include multiple lenses, the A52s 5G’s overall camera system is more likely to produce detailed, vibrant, and low-noise images, especially in challenging lighting conditions.
Performance
The performance gap between these two devices is substantial. The Samsung Galaxy A52s 5G’s Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G 5G (6nm) is a far more capable chipset than the Umidigi Power 5’s MediaTek Helio G25 (12nm). The Snapdragon 778G features a Cortex-A78 prime core clocked at 2.4GHz, alongside three additional A78 cores, offering a significant leap in CPU performance. The G25 relies on older Cortex-A53 cores, resulting in slower app loading times and less responsive multitasking. The 6nm process node of the Snapdragon also contributes to better thermal efficiency, minimizing throttling during sustained workloads. The A52s 5G is the clear choice for gamers and power users.
Battery Life
Both phones share an endurance rating of 113 hours, suggesting comparable battery life under similar usage scenarios. However, the charging speeds differ dramatically. The Samsung Galaxy A52s 5G supports 25W wired charging, allowing for a significantly faster 0-100% charge time compared to the Umidigi Power 5’s slow 10W charging. This means less time tethered to a wall and more time using the phone. While the Umidigi may have a larger battery capacity (unspecified), the A52s 5G’s faster charging mitigates any potential advantage.
Buying Guide
Buy the Umidigi Power 5 if you need a functional smartphone for basic tasks like calls, messaging, and light social media use, and your budget is the absolute primary concern. Buy the Samsung Galaxy A52s 5G if you prioritize a responsive user experience, enjoy mobile gaming, value faster charging, and want a more capable camera system.