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Samsung Galaxy M52 5G

Avoid buyingValue Score 40/100
$150
launched in India/Europe (approx. INR 29,999); not an official US model, import/used pricing
$380 at launch

How long will it last?

Official promise

Supported until October 2025 · Buy-by October 2023

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2021◆ Buy-by Oct 20232025

Samsung promises 4 years of updates for this phone, so it's supported until October 2025 — buying it today still gets you about -0.7 years of safe use.

Source: Samsung's official policy · last verified 2026-06-12 · how we compute this

Our verdict

A slim Snapdragon 778G performer whose support window has now closed in late 2025.

Pros

  • Snapdragon 778G gave it real performance headroom for its class
  • Slim 7.4mm body with a fast 120Hz AMOLED
  • 12MP ultra-wide is a genuine wide lens rather than a token sensor

Cons

  • Software support ended around October 2025 after just two OS upgrades
  • 25W charging and no IP rating
Best for: Used-market buyers who want strong performance for very little moneyBest for: People who value the better 12MP ultra-wide cameraAvoid if: You want a phone that still receives security patchesAvoid if: You need official US sales and warranty

Full specifications

Display

💡 Bigger numbers = smoother scrolling (Hz) and easier outdoor reading (nits).

Screen6.7-inch Super AMOLED Plus, 1080x2400 (FHD+), 120Hz
Performance

💡 The phone's brain — it decides speed today and how well it ages.

ChipsetQualcomm Snapdragon 778G
RAM6GB / 8GB
Storage128GB
Cameras

💡 Megapixels aren't everything — lens variety matters more day-to-day.

main64MP
ultra-wide12MP
macro5MP
front32MP
Battery & charging

💡 Capacity in mAh — bigger usually means longer between charges.

Battery5,000 mAh
Charging25W wired
Build

💡 Size, weight, and the materials between your phone and the floor.

Dimensions164.2 × 76.4 × 7.4 mm
Weight173 g
MaterialsGlass front (Gorilla Glass 5), plastic frame, plastic back
Water resistanceNone
Software & connectivity

💡 The software it ships with, and how far it can upgrade.

SoftwareAndroid 11 with One UI 3.1 at launch
Connectivity5G, Wi-Fi 5, Bluetooth 5.0, NFC, USB-C, GPS
Update policy2 OS upgrades · 4 years of security updates (official promise)

Better-value alternatives

Similar price, lower cost per month of safe ownership.

Frequently asked questions

How long will the Galaxy M52 5G get updates?

It received two OS upgrades (to Android 13) and four years of security from its October 2021 launch, so official support has now ended as of late 2025.

Is the Galaxy M52 5G fast?

Yes for its class — the Snapdragon 778G is one of the strongest chips ever put in an M phone and still handles everyday apps well.

Does the Galaxy M52 5G have an ultra-wide camera?

Yes, it includes a real 12MP ultra-wide lens, which is better than the 8MP ultra-wides found on many cheaper M models.

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Specs are collected from manufacturer documentation; prices reflect major US retailers and change often. Support end dates follow each brand's official policy (or, for Apple, its documented historical pattern). Last verified 2026-06-12.