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Black rectangular smartphone with 6.5 inch screen and quad rear camera module

SAMSUNG

SAMSUNG Galaxy A53 5G SM-A536U 128GB 6GB RAM Black cell phones - no contract

SKU CH-0NFY-4PJGN

A 5G smartphone with a 6.5-inch 120Hz Super AMOLED display, 64MP quad rear camera, 32MP front camera, 128GB storage, 6GB RAM and a 5000 mAh battery

  • CPUOcta-core (2 × 2.4 GHz Cortex-A78 & 6 × 2.0 GHz Cortex-A55)
  • Storage drive128 GB
  • Connection options2G, 3G, 4G, 5G, Bluetooth, Dual-Band, Galileo, Glonass, GPS,
  • Operating systemAndroid 12
  • Form factorSmart Phones
  • Technology type5G
  • 5-inch 120Hz Super AMOLED display for smooth visuals
  • 64MP quad rear camera with OIS for sharp photos
  • 32MP front camera captures detailed selfies
  • 5000 mAh battery supports all-day use
  • 5G connectivity enables fast mobile data

Unlocked 5G smartphone with 128 GB storage

The Samsung Galaxy A53 5G SM-A536U is a network-locked smartphone built for users who want a 6.5-inch Super AMOLED display, quad rear cameras and 5G connectivity without a long-term contract. It ships new in black with 6 GB of RAM and 128 GB of internal storage.

Check carrier compatibility and SIM format

This unit is locked to US Cellular and accepts a single nano-SIM card. Verify that your intended carrier supports the listed GSM bands at 850, 900, 1800 and 1900 MHz and that you have an active nano-SIM before ordering.

Quad camera system and 120 Hz display expand

The rear array combines a 64 MP main sensor with 12 MP ultra-wide, 5 MP macro and 5 MP depth lenses, while the front offers a 32 MP selfie camera. A 120 Hz Super AMOLED panel and 5000 mAh battery support extended shooting and smooth playback.

How it compares

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

Price $103.99
Cheaper than about 80% 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 lineA53
Model nameSamsung Galaxy A53 5G
Part numberSM-A536U
Product typeNetwork Locked
Product colorBlack
Processor
CPUOcta-core (2 × 2.4 GHz Cortex-A78 & 6 × 2.0 GHz Cortex-A55)
Processor chipExynos 1280 (5 nm)
Core configurationOcta-core
Memory
RAM capacity6 GB
Storage
Storage drive128 GB
Display
TouchscreenYes
Main screen size6.5 in (16.5 cm)
Display technologySuper AMOLED
Screen resolution1080 × 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio
Audio & video
Back cameraQuad 64 MP + 12 MP + 5 MP + 5 MP
Camera flashLED
AutofocusYes
Video recording4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps; gyro-EIS
Selfie camera32 MP
Connectivity
Connection options2G, 3G, 4G, 5G, Bluetooth, Dual-Band, Galileo, Glonass, GPS, GSM, LTE, USB Type-C, Wi-Fi
Technology type5G
Cellular bands850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - GSM
Data connectionLTE
SIM configurationSingle SIM Card
SIM typeNano SIM
Wi-Fi capability802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
BluetoothBluetooth v5.1
Extra connectivityNFC
Built-in GPSYes
Extra radiosWi-Fi/GPS/NFC
3G network850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 - HSDPA
4G network1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 12, 14, 20, 29, 30, 38, 39, 40, 41, 46, 48, 66
Ports & slots
Expansion slotMicroSDXC
Power
Battery typeLi-Po
Battery capacity5,000 mAh
Charging options25 W wired
Size & build
Form factorSmart Phones
Overall dimensions159.6 × 74.8 × 8.1 mm (6.28 × 2.94 × 0.32 in)
Product weight189 g (6.67 oz)
In the box
In the boxSmartphone, USB Cable, Box
Software
Operating systemAndroid 12

Questions about this item

What comes in the box with the Samsung Galaxy A53 5G and do I need to buy a charger separately?

The phone ships new in its original packaging. A USB-C charging cable is typically included; a wall adapter is not bundled and must be purchased separately if you do not already own one.

Should I choose the 128 GB model or is there a larger capacity option for this SM-A536U?

This listing is for the 128 GB variant with 6 GB RAM. No other storage capacity is offered for this specific part number, so the 128 GB model is the only choice available.

How does the 6.5 inch 120 Hz Super AMOLED display perform in bright daylight?

The panel reaches up to 800 nits peak brightness with Eye Comfort Shield reducing blue light, so content stays clearly visible outdoors while scrolling stays smooth at 120 Hz.

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