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Samsung Galaxy A52 5G black bar phone 6.5 inch display

SAMSUNG

SAMSUNG Galaxy A52 5G A526U 128GB Black prepaid

SKU CH-N8YQ-4H8JY

A 6.5-inch 120Hz AMOLED phone with a Snapdragon 750G, 128GB storage, 64MP quad camera and 4500mAh battery

  • Storage drive128 GB
  • Operating systemAndroid
  • Form factorBar Phones
  • Main screen size6.5 in (16.5 cm)
  • Product typeCell Phone
  • Product colorBlack
  • Smooth scrolling on a 6.5" 120Hz Super AMOLED display
  • Sharp photos from a 64MP quad-camera system
  • All-day power from a 4500mAh battery with 25W charging
  • Ready for any network with fully unlocked 5G connectivity
  • Plenty of space for apps and media with 128GB storage

Fully unlocked mid-range phone

The Samsung Galaxy A52 5G A526U is a new, contract-free smartphone with 128GB of storage and a 6.5-inch Super AMOLED display. It runs Android 11 with One UI on a Snapdragon 750G SM7225 processor and includes a 64MP quad-camera system. The device is fully unlocked for use with compatible carriers.

Upgrade from basic 4G handsets

Moving to this model adds 5G connectivity, a 120Hz refresh-rate screen and a 64MP main sensor with three auxiliary lenses. The jump is worth it when you need faster mobile data, smoother scrolling and more versatile photography without buying a flagship. Buyers who want more storage or a second SIM slot will need a different device.

128GB storage and 4500mAh battery

The 128GB capacity holds apps, photos and 64MP images with room for future updates. A 4500mAh battery supports 25W charging for all-day use under typical loads. Heavy 5G streaming or extended gaming sessions will drain the battery faster than light use.

How it compares

Measured against everything we stock in No-Contract Smartphones, at today’s prices. Recalculated every night.

Price $118.99
Cheaper than about 74% of the 646 comparable items (median $180.49).
Storage drive 128 GB
Typical for this category: the median of 506 items is 128 GB.

Specifications

Product
Brand nameSamsung
Product lineGalaxy A52 5G
Model nameA526U
Product typeCell Phone
Product colorBlack
Storage
Storage drive128 GB
Display
TouchscreenYes
Main screen size6.5 in (16.5 cm)
Connectivity
Built-in GPSYes
Size & build
Form factorBar Phones
Software
Operating systemAndroid

Questions about this item

What SIM tray size does the Galaxy A52 5G A526U accept?

The A526U uses a nano-SIM tray; insert the card with the gold contacts facing down until it clicks, then push the tray fully flush to avoid signal loss.

Which step do users often skip when setting up the unlocked phone for the first time?

After inserting the SIM, complete the carrier APN setup in Settings > Connections > Mobile networks > Access Point Names, otherwise data and MMS may not work.

How long does the 4500 mAh battery typically last before it needs replacement?

Expect roughly two to three years of daily charging before capacity drops below 80 %, at which point a Samsung-authorised service can swap the sealed cell.

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