SAMSUNG GALAXY A53 5G REVIEW: A GOOD DEAL JUST GETS BETTER

The Samsung Galaxy A53 5G is not all that different from its forerunners, the A52 and A51. Samsung quickly feels it does not need to significantly catch a formerly established( and veritably well entered) formula. But was it the right decision, or did it lead to recession for the popular-Classmid-range device? 

It's undoubtedly old. Not only did Samsung upgrade when demanded, but it also cut$ 50 off the old price and left the phone alone where it matters. Well, substantially, at least. Let's see if Samsung's$ 449 Galaxy A53 5G is still one to buy. 

Design 

In terms of design, there's nearly nothing to distinguish the Galaxy A53 5G from the Galaxy A52 5G. The déjù Vu was jarring and unforeseen because a white interpretation was submitted for review, just like the Galaxy A52 5G. There are minor differences in size –8.1 mm thick, not8.4 mm thick like the A52 5G – but the weight remains the same at 189 grams. Like the A52 and Galaxy A52S, the screen is made of plastic with Gorilla Glass 5. 

So Samsung's design department was lazy enough, right? Perhaps, but I will not use that against them because the Galaxy A53 looks perfect. The reverse may be made of plastic, but it has a nice texture that provides an incredible feeling of warmth and an abundance of grip. The white finish will not show fingerprints or smirches unless you look tough, and the fast, intertwined camera module is satiny and does not bag too important. 

While Samsung has removed the3.5 mm headphone jack, it may irk others, although that does not bother me tête-à-tête. The IP67 leakproof standing provides peace of mind and isn't common in phones at this price. The Galaxy A53 is enough cumbrous stuff, and I find it a challenge with one-handed use, which does not help if the point detector is set relatively low on the screen. 

Still, I will take the questionable ergonomics, as Samsung has fixed everything terrible about it on the Galaxy A52. It's not as presto as the stylish point detectors set up on phones like the OnePlus 10 Pro, but it's dependable, which is what matters. It did not read my point formerly, and I am happy that it unlocks the phone every time, though it took longer than I anticipated. It's a massive enhancement over the dreaded point detector on the Galaxy A52. 

Making the point detector better is vital because that is the only big strike of the Galaxy A52. Has it set the Galaxy A53 on its way to a perfect score? Not exactly, but I will get back to that moment, as another internal change did not work out so well. Samsung was right not to change the swish design and durable construction of the Galaxy A53. It may be familiar, but it's also perfect. 

Camera 

The Galaxy A53 5G has four cameras on the reverse a 64- megapixel primary camera with f/1.8 orifice and optical image stabilization( OIS), a 12- megapixel wide-angle camera with a 123- degree field of view, and a binary camera. 5 MP cameras for macro and depth. This is the same setup set up on the Galaxy A52, and you also get the same 32MP selfie camera mounted in the top center of the screen. Features include Night mode and Pro mode, Samsung's Single Shot mode, and videotape recording in 4K and up to 30 fps or FHD at 60 fps. Also, colorful Snapchat lenses are erected into the camera, and the stoked reality goods work well. 

Not everyone will like Samsung's oversaturated prints, but it's inarguable that the Galaxy A53 can knock some scenes off the screen. However, blue or red in the photo, and it's a sunny day, the A53 is sure to punctuate them If there is some green. Literalism isn't the thing, then. Instead, it offers you the perfect social media print without the need for editing. 

Overall, the A53 takes good prints. The thickness between the primary and broad-angle cameras is respectable, the low-light performance is good without too significant noise in the images, and the selfie camera effectively captures skin tones and details. Do not anticipate it to worry the Galaxy S22 Ultra, but away from the over-saturated aesthetics, it does not like harsh lighting conditions. Cloudy days or low sun produced poor prints. The 2x option is also a digital drone, not optic, so the quality drops the modifier significantly when you use it. 

The print editing suite is excellent and adds versatility to the camera system. The handy Object Eraser mode is available and works just as well as on more precious Galaxy smartphones. There is also a Spot Color mode and lots of pollutants. Galaxy A53's camera is perfect for casual and amusing use. It will not challenge the stylish camera phones, but if you want to take good prints and partake them online, it will not fail. 

Performance and display 

Galaxy A53 has a Samsung Exynos 1280 octa-core processor rather than Qualcomm Snapdragon 750 or Snapdragon 778 from the A52 series phones. It's available with 6 GB or 8 GB of RAM and 128 GB or 256 GB of the storehouse. The Galaxy A53 is one of the many phones that has room for a MicroSD card niche, so do not suppose you need to get the 256 GB model right down. For reference, I am using a UK-supplied phone with 6 GB of RAM and 128 GB of the storehouse. 

The Galaxy A53 loses its points then with its bettered point detector. The phone is not always the fastest performing device, and occasionally, there are apparent hesitance and slowness throughout the software. None of them is deal swell, and neither will significantly affect the phone daily, but you will notice them. For illustration, starting the A53 takes quite a long time. Apps take a second longer than anticipated to open, the camera is a bit slow to take filmland, and some transitions and robustness are not relatively as smooth.

It may not entirely depend on the Exynos 1280 processor as problems tend to worsen after the phone wakes up after being alone for a while – suggesting that aggressive power management might be at work. Neither of these affects games, and once Asphalt 9: Legends was gone, the hesitation was gone, and there was no evidence of drastic framerate drops. The Galaxy A53 gets warm to the touch when you play for a while, suggesting that the Exynos processor must work pretty hard to keep up. If you're a casual gamer, you'll be happy with the A53, but it's not a phone for serious gamers.

All this is displayed on a 6.5-inch Super AMOLED show with a resolution of 2400 x 1080 pixels and a 120Hz refresh rate. It's the same panel found on the Galaxy A52. In many ways, it mirrors the images produced by the phone's camera. The colors are so vibrant and bright; for example, in Kawaguchi Yurina's music video for Cherish, they threaten to pop out of the phone; there's so much visual pop. That said, Woyshnis Media's surprisingly filmed Lamborghini Huracan vs. Even the night city scenes in the Audi R8 video has details.

Wide viewing angles, high stereo sound, and a smooth 120Hz refresh rate make the Galaxy A53 an excellent multimedia phone, ideal for anyone who regularly watches videos or listens to music but is interested in games.

Software and battery

My review Galaxy A53 has Android 12 with Samsung's One UI 4.1 installed and Google's May 1 security patch. It is the same software you'll find on the Galaxy S22, Galaxy S22 Ultra, and even the Galaxy Z Fold 3. Samsung promises four years of software updates and five years of security updates, giving you the best long-term support' connects to any phone other than Google's Pixel series or Apple iPhone. Especially welcome to a phone that doesn't cost $1000 or more.

Samsung's One UI fits most of my personal for on a smartphone software preferences. It's reasonably designed and retains many things that make Android 12 attractive, Google Discover is a swipe from the Home screen, and there's lots of customization. The default settings are reasonable, so you won't be forced to make too many changes immediately. The always-on display is informative, notifications are reliable and interactive, and Google Pay is available if you don't want to use Samsung Wallet.

Samsung Wallet is an excellent example of where One UI can be bothersome. Samsung installs many of its apps for a variety of different services – various potentially unwanted third-party apps – and also has an intrusive recommendation system for more apps it wants you to install. Samsung's keyboard isn't as naive as Google's Gboard, but it's the default option. That means you may need to clean and change some of the standard app settings before the phone feels like your own.

The A53 has a 5,000mAh battery that lasts two days if you're not a hardcore gamer. Moderate usage – social, browsing, messaging, some video, and camera – has not seen battery drop below 50% after a single day for me. Add power-hungry games, and the A53 drains the battery's energy. Unless you're playing for hours, it'll last a full day and a second, but a trip to the charger at the end of the first day should avoid any worries if you push the phone too hard.

Samsung removed the charging block from the Galaxy A53's box but kept the USB Type-C cable. The phone supports 25W fast charging using Qualcomm's Power Delivery 3.0 standard. Samsung charges $35 for the official version but can find cheaper PD 3.0 compatible chargers from other manufacturers that will do the same job. Charging takes approximately 80 minutes.

Regarding connectivity, I haven't had any issues with call quality or connecting to 4G and 5G networks, and pairing Bluetooth earbuds—especially Samsung's models—is fast with a stable connection.

price and availability

The Samsung Galaxy A53 5G costs $450 or £399. It is available through retailers, including Amazon and Best Buy, and on most contract networks. One thing to note is that Verizon sells a version called the Galaxy A53 5G UW that connects to the mmWave 5G network. It costs $500. All other carriers and unlocked models support Sub-6 5G.

What We Get

The Samsung Galaxy A53 5G is reasonably priced, reliable, beautiful, and capable daily. A smartphone that won't be playing demanding games for hours every day. It is suitable for anyone who mainly cares about their camera to share online with friends. The Galaxy A52's biggest drawback, the fingerprint sensor, has been fixed for the A53. Still, the contention it causes has been replaced by slow performance in some cases.

It's not annoying enough to hate the phone, though, and I've happily used it as my primary device without wanting to change my SIM prematurely. You get Samsung's overall quality, extremely livable software, and a screen built for the video that looks great, all at a lower price than the previous one. The Galaxy A53 5G is a recommended and very sensible purchase, but it's disappointing that it doesn't feel or go a step further compared to the A52 or A52S.

Is there a better alternative?

There are two native alternatives to the Galaxy A53 5G, the Google Pixel 5a and Apple iPhone SE (2022), costing the same price. Pixel 5a will soon replace by Pixel 6a, but both will provide a superior camera experience. iPhone is more powerful but may require you to switch from Android to iOS and incur some of the costs associated with apps and services. With the OnePlus Nord 2T as an alternative, a strong competitor alongside the Realme GT 2, your options are more plentiful in the UK.

If you can stretch it out for a little more money, the Pixel 6 is well worth a look, with its great camera, sleek design, and clean Android software. If you want a Samsung phone, the Galaxy S21 FE falls in the same price range, and if you're happy to swap and adopt Apple's iOS, the standard iPhone 13 is the same. If you have a Galaxy A52 or just bought a new Galaxy A52S, you are not missing out by not having a Galaxy A53.

How long will it take?

You'll have the Galaxy A53 5G for at least two years before it starts to look or feel a bit outdated. Samsung's commitment to excellent software means it will get updates for a few more years from now, so you don't have to rush to upgrade if your usage stays the same. The plastic back and casing of the phone mean it's not very fragile, and the IP67 waterproof rating ensures it's completely protected from dust, particles, and strong jets of water.

Should you buy it?

Yes. The Galaxy A53 5G is a good value considering its quality, capability, camera, and software.