Launch report · Samsung
Galaxy M52 5G: Snapdragon 778G 5G with a 120 Hz Super AMOLED in a slim 7.4 mm mid-ranger.
SpecEagle Editorial·Sep 2021·$370·Score 70/100
M52 5G hit a sweet spot: SD778G performance, a real 120 Hz AMOLED, a slim 7.4 mm frame, and the jack/microSD combo Samsung was already dropping from S-series. The mono speaker and lack of IP rating are the costs.
Key specs at launch
Display
6.7" SAMOLED 120 Hz
Chipset
Snapdragon 778G
Memory
6 GB · 128 GB
Main cam
64 MP
Battery
5,000 mAh
Weight
173 g
What stands out
- Snapdragon 778G 5G is properly fast for $370.
- 120 Hz Super AMOLED Plus.
- Slimmest mid-range Samsung at 7.4 mm.
- 3.5 mm + microSD survive.
What to watch
- Mono speaker.
- No IP rating.
- 25 W charging trails Chinese rivals.
- 12 MP ultrawide is the only second-shooter worth using.