63% of mobile sales in Spain correspond to the mid -range, according to a Samsung study.A fact that explains that users look more and more towards this type of smartphones and not the flagship.In fact, the South Korean firm is one of the manufacturers that is most betting on this category and proof of this are its last releases: the Galaxy A52 5G (429 euros), Galaxy A42 5G (349 euros) and Galaxy A32 5G (299 euros).

Three mobile phones for less than 500 euros that keep some similarities but also have differences that can make, depending on what is sought on a phone, the balance is decided to the side.The last to arrive has been the Samsung Galaxy A52 5G, which has recently presented itself together with the Galaxy A72 and that stands out for its drums and their cameras.

For its part, the Samsung Galaxy A32 5G and the Galaxy A42 5G have been available for a few weeks and are the two that resemble each other.In Omicrono we have tried the three mobiles of the Asian manufacturer for days, checking that Samsung is betting strongly to dominate the mid -range.Next, we compare the mobile phones to identify their strengths.

Design and screen

The first thing that attracts the attention of these three Samsung mobiles is their appearance.Although the current line on Android continues more or less, each of these Galaxy A has a different design.The most economical of the three, the Galaxy A32 5G, is the most different.However, it is also the heaviest (205 grams) and thick (9.1 millimeters), so it is not very comfortable to take with one hand.

Rear zone of the Samsung Galaxy A32 5g. Castañónomicrono Nam

Manufactured in plastic and offering a pleasant touch in its rear, although it is somewhat slippery, the Galaxy A32 5G has a back in which its cameras leave directly from the housing.In total there are three online cameras and a fourth sensor next to the LED flash next to it, all in the upper left corner.

In the lower part of this area you can find the brand logo, while the buttons and the fingerprint reader are located on the right side;leaving the left side for the SIM tray and the microSD.In the lower area are both the type-C USB port and the headphone jack and the speaker.

There are also differences on the screen.For example, the A32 5G has a 6.5 -inch TFT LCD panel with an HD+ resolution (1600 x 720 pixels), considerable frames and a 90 Hz refreshment rate. In addition, it presents a notch with a drop -shaped notchWater for the front camera.However, it is a panel in which pixels can be seen on several occasions and that presents a maximum brightness level that is not sufficient in very light conditions.

Rear of the Samsung Galaxy A42 5g. Castañónomicrono Nam

For its part, the Samsung Galaxy A42 5G is also made of plastic but is lighter (190 grams) and thin (8.6 millimeters thick), and of the three models is the one that offers the best grip, since the sides ofYour posterior zone are curved.In addition, it has an elegant appearance with a white color that when impacting the light rays reflects several colors and with a square rear cameras module in the upper left corner.

Like the A32 5G, the buttons are found on the right side and the tray for the SIM and SD on the left side.In the lower zone, both the USB type-C port and the external speaker and the external speaker are located.However, in this model the footprint reader is not on one of the sides, but is integrated under the screen itself.

The A42 5G Galaxy presents the same appearance in the front as the A32 5g.In this case, you saw a 6.6 -inch Super AMOLED screen with an HD+ resolution (1600 x 720 pixels), smaller frames and with a 90Hz refreshment rate.However, in this model the brightness level is superior, there is more liveliness in colors and there are no problems to see the panel in broad daylight;and the water droplet notch is also slightly lower than that of the Galaxy A32 5g.

Rear of the Samsung Galaxy A52 5g. Castañónomicrono Nam

The Samsung Galaxy A52 5G does not present a great change compared to other mobiles of this range, but offers a series of modifications and is the most comfortable to handle the three: it weighs 189 grams and has a thickness of 8.4 millimeters.Manufactured in plastic but with a mate finish that gives a pleasant touch and that avoids the fingerprints, in its rear area a rectangular module stands out for the four cameras integrated in the housing itself.That is, it does not stand out practically from the body.

On this occasion the left side of the mobile is totally clean, while the buttons are also integrated into the right side.In the lower area are the USB type-C port, the headphones connector and the speaker;while in this model the tray for the SIM and MicroSD card is located in the upper area.Likewise, the Galaxy A52 5G also has a fingerprint reader, which works really well.

The last mid -range mobile of Samsung, the A52 5G, looks a flat 6.5 -inch flat plane screen with FHD+ resolution (1080 x 2400 pixels), symmetrical frames of medium thickness and a 120 Hz refreshment rate;In addition to a hole on the screen in the upper central area for the front camera and has a high brightness level.In a screen, the one that is best stopped is the A52 5G, since it is the best image quality and the one that moves the most fluid.

Performance and autonomy

The interior of Samsung's three mobiles is also different.Starting with the Galaxy A32 5G, this model includes a mediatek dimensity 720 processor, which this time is accompanied by 4 GB of RAM that falls short and 128 GB of internal storage, which can be extended by microSD cards but that are sufficient.

Front part of the Samsung Galaxy A32 5g. Castañón Omicrono Nam

Using little demanding applications and games, this mid -range offers a good experience.However, with heavy titles and keeping several apps open at the same time, they are no longer so fluid.A mobile that has 5G, NFC and that arrives with Android 10 under One UI 2.5.As for autonomy, it has a 5,000 mAh battery with 15W fast charging that lasts a little more than one day with moderate use.

The Samsung Galaxy A42 5G, meanwhile, is compatible with 5G, NFC and has Android 10 under One UI 2.5.In addition, it is committed to a Qualcomm Snapdragon 750g processor, which also accompanies 4 GB of RAM and 128 GB of internal storage, expandable with microSD cards up to 1 TB.A mobile that offers more powerful performance and a better graphic capacity in weight games, such as Genshin Impact.

Autonomy is one of the strengths of the Samsung Galaxy A42 5g.With a 5,000 mAh battery that supports 15W fast charging, it offers perfectly endures almost two days with moderate use, and one day if you are more required to the mobile, such as spending hours playing or seeing streamings.

Front part of the Samsung Galaxy A52 5g. Castañónomicrono Nam

Finally, the Samsung Galaxy A52 5G wears an Octa-Core processor signed by Snapdragon, which accompany 8 GB of RAM and 256 GB of internal storage, also expandable by microSD cards of up to 1 TB.Specifications that offer a performance and an experience of use superior to that of the other two mid -range models, being able to execute large applications and games with a high graphic load.

A mobile that offers a great experience of powerful use and also includes 5G, NFC and, on this occasion, Android 11 under One UI 3.1.As for autonomy, the mobile endures two days without problems if high use is not given, such as consulting social networks and chatting.Unlike A32 5G and A42 5G, in this case the battery has a capacity of 4,500 mAh with fast charging of 25W.

Good cameras

As for photography, the three models have one thing in common: they have a configuration of four rear cameras.However, the Samsung Galaxy A52 5G is the one that includes a higher quality in the sensors.For its part, the Galaxy A32 5G and the A42 5G Galaxy have a very similar chamber settings.

Samsung Galaxy mid -range mobile cameras.

The first model has a main sensor of 48 megapixels, an 8 megapixel angular, a depth lens of 2 megapixels and a 5 megapixel macro;while on the front you saw a camera for 13 megapixel selfis.On the other hand, the Galaxy A42 5G has a camera system formed by a main lens of 48 megapixels, a wide angle of 8 megapixels, a 5 megapixel macro and a lens of 5 megapixels for the bokeh effect.

On the front, in this model there is a lens of 20 megapixels.The photographs taken with these two mobiles offer very similar results with images with natural colors and an adequate dynamic range;although the selfis of the Galaxy A42 5G are more defined due to the highest resolution of the sensor.

The photographic quality is remarkably superior in the Samsung Galaxy A52 5G, since it has better sensors.A mobile that includes a 64 megapixel main camera, a great angle of 12 megapixels, a 5 megapixel macro and a 5 megapixel depth sensor.A camera for 32 megapixels is located on the front.

In addition, the lenses have optical image stabilization, a characteristic that is not usually present in this price line.In general, with this mobile from the South Korean firm, good quality images are achieved, with a high level of color and light.In addition, like the Galaxy A42 5G, it allows you to record 4K videos.

Which one do I buy?

After knowing the main differences between the Galaxy A52 5g (429 euros), the Galaxy A42 5G (349 euros) and the Galaxy A32 5G (299 euros), it is clear that there is one that stands out above the rest;And for that same reason it has a higher price.Without a doubt, the A52 5G is the most complete mobile of the Samsung mid -range: 120 Hz screen, better cameras, performance and power.

Comparison of the latest mid -range mobiles Samsung Galaxy A. Nanacho Castañónomicrono

A device that offers interesting specifications at a more affordable price for those who look for a complete mid -range mobile.However, if one is considering buying the Galaxy A42 5G or the Galaxy A32 5G, here the decision is more even, since there are hardly any substantial differences between both models.

In fact, the main difference lies on the screen, slightly higher that of the A42 5g Galaxy 5G when betting on Super Amoled technology.In addition, thanks to its design and the curved edges of its rear, this same model is more comfortable to handle and use with one hand;since the Galaxy A32 5G is somewhat spectacular.Beyond that, in the rest of the specifications they are very similar, so deciding on one will also depend on the money you want to spend.

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