Samsung Galaxy A72 (SM-A725F/DS 128GB/8GB) vs Motorola Moto G52 (256GB)
Side by side comparison between Samsung Galaxy A72 vs Motorola Moto G52 phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?
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6.7"
AMOLED
AMOLED
1080x2400
64
MP
MP
32mp
8GB
RAM
RAM
Octa-core
5000
mAh
mAh
(Non removable)
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6.6"
AMOLED
AMOLED
1080x2400
50
MP
MP
16mp
6GB
RAM
RAM
Octa-core
5000
mAh
mAh
(Non removable)
What's the better phone? Samsung Galaxy A72 (SM-A725F/DS 128GB/8GB)
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29 Common items in both devices |
Until 1TB microSD, microSDXC |
Plastic body, glass front |
90Hz |
16 million |
1080x2400 pixels |
LED flash |
PDAF: phase detection autofocus |
+22 specs and more in the table below |
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Highlight differences Clear highlight📱 Model features | ||
Galaxy A72 (SM-A725F/DS 128GB/8GB) | Moto G52 (256GB) | |
Model | Galaxy A72 (SM-A725F/DS 128GB/8GB) | Moto G52 (256GB) |
Other model names | Galaxy A72 4G SM-A725F/Dual-SIM (128GB+8GB RAM) | Lenovo Moto G52 XT2221-1 |
Country or region available | ![]() ![]() ![]() India, Indonesia, Pakistan | ![]() Mexico |
Brand | Samsung | Motorola |
Release date | 3/26/2021, Announced: 3/17/2021 | 4/20/2022, Announced: 4/12/2022 |
Depth | 8.4 millimeters (0.33 inches) | 8 millimeters (0.31 inches) |
Size (width x height) | 77.4 x 165 millimeters (3.05 x 6.5 in) | 74.46 x 160.98 millimeters (2.93 x 6.34 in) |
Weight | 203 grams (7.11 ounces) | 169 grams (5.92 ounces) |
Build, materials | Plastic body, glass front | Plastic body, glass front |
Protection against water and others | IP67 certified: dust proof and waterproof over 1 meter and 30min | IP52 certified: protection against dust and splashing |
📲 Display | ||
Galaxy A72 (SM-A725F/DS 128GB/8GB) | Moto G52 (256GB) | |
Display type | Super AMOLED | AMOLED |
Screen size | 6.7" inches | 6.6" inches |
Screen-to-body ratio | ~84.9% (screen-to-body ratio) | ~87.7% (screen-to-body ratio) |
Display resolution | 1080x2400 pixels (20:9) | 1080x2400 pixels (20:9) |
Touchscreen | Capacitive Multitouch | Capacitive Multitouch |
Pixel density (dot pitch) | 393 PPI | 399 PPI |
Colors | 16 million | 16 million |
Scratch-resistant glass | Gorilla Glass 5 | Not supported |
Refresh rate | 90Hz | 90Hz |
Display features | 800nits[peak] Always-On Display | Not supported |
🤖 Operating System | ||
Galaxy A72 (SM-A725F/DS 128GB/8GB) | Moto G52 (256GB) | |
System version | Android 11 | Android 12 |
Firmware update | Android 14 | feature not registered |
User Interface | One UI 3.1 / 4.1 / 5.1 / 6.0 | My UX |
⚙️ Processor | ||
Galaxy A72 (SM-A725F/DS 128GB/8GB) | Moto G52 (256GB) | |
Chipset | 64bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G SM7125 (8nm) | 64bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 (SM6225) (6nm) |
CPU | Octa-core, 2 processors: 2x 2.3GHz Kryo 465 Gold (Dual-core) 6x 1.8GHz Kryo 465 Silver (Hexa-core) | Octa-core, 2 processors: 4x 2.4GHz Kryo 265 Gold (Quad-core) 4x 1.9GHz Kryo 265 Silver (Quad-core) |
GPU graphical controller | Qualcomm Adreno 618 | Qualcomm Adreno 610 |
Performance (benchmark) | AnTuTu: 279342 (v8) Geekbench: 6483 (v4.4), 1627 (v5.1) GFXBench: 15fps (ES 3.1 onscreen) | AnTuTu: 264888 (v9) |
💽 Memory and storage | ||
Galaxy A72 (SM-A725F/DS 128GB/8GB) | Moto G52 (256GB) | |
RAM memory | 8GB LPDDR4X | 6GB LPDDR4X |
Internal storage | 128GB (102GB available) UFS 2.1 | 256GB (230GB available) eMMC 5.1 |
External storage | Until 1TB microSD, microSDXC (hybrid slot/shares the same SIM-2 slot) | Until 1TB microSD, microSDXC (dedicated slot) |
📶 Mobile networks | ||
Galaxy A72 (SM-A725F/DS 128GB/8GB) | Moto G52 (256GB) | |
Dual-SIM | Dual-SIM Standby - Call active on one sim card (hybrid slot/shares the same microSD slot) | Not supported |
SIM card | 2 slots (Dual-SIM) nano-SIM (4FF) | 1 slot (Single-SIM) nano-SIM (4FF) |
Maximum Download / Upload | 600/100 Mbps | 400/150 Mbps |
Network technology | 2G, 3G, 4G | 2G, 3G, 4G |
Frequency, bands | Expand band details Collapse details | |
GSM MHz band | Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900 | Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900 |
Primary 2G network | GSM 850/900/1800/1900 | GSM 850/900/1800/1900 |
Primary 3G network | UMTS 850/900/1700/1900/2100 | UMTS 850/900/1700/1900/2100 |
Primary 4G network | LTE Cat12 (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 20, 26, 28, 32, 66) TD-LTE (38, 40, 41) VoLTE | LTE Cat13 (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 13, 26, 28, 66) TD-LTE (38, 40, 41) VoLTE |
Primary 5G network | Not supported | Not supported |
Primary data network | GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A | GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A |
Secondary 2G network | GSM 850/900/1800/1900 | Not supported |
Secondary 3G network | UMTS 850/900/1700/1900/2100 | Not supported |
Secondary 4G network | LTE Cat12 (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 20, 26, 28, 32, 66) TD-LTE (38, 40, 41) VoLTE | Not supported |
Secondary data network | GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A | Not supported |
📷 Camera | ||
Galaxy A72 (SM-A725F/DS 128GB/8GB) | Moto G52 (256GB) | |
Back camera (main camera) | (quad camera) 64 megapixels 8MP telephoto f/2.41.0µmPDAFOIS3x-optical-zoom 12MP ultrawide f/2.2123°1.12µm 5MP macro f/2.4 | (triple camera) 50 megapixels 8MP ultrawide f/2.2118°1/4"1.12µm 2MP macro f/2.4 |
Main camera resolution | 10120x6328 pixels | 8160x6120 pixels |
Video recording (primary) | 4K UHD (3840x2160) 30 fps | Full HD (1920x1080) 30 fps |
Flash | LED flash | LED flash |
Focal aperture | f/1.8 (aperture) | f/1.8 (aperture) |
Focal length | 26mm lens | feature not registered |
Sensor size | 1/1.72" inches | 1/2.76" inches |
Pixel size | 0.8µm pixel | 0.64µm pixel |
Autofocus | PDAF: phase detection autofocus | PDAF: phase detection autofocus |
Touch focus | Supported | Supported |
Image stabilization | OIS: Optical stabilization | EIS: Digital stabilization |
Zoom | Digital and optical zoom | Only digital zoom |
Face/smile detection | Face detection, Smile detection | Face detection, Smile detection |
BSI sensor | Supported | Supported |
HDR | HDR photo on both cameras | HDR photo on both cameras |
Camera extras | feature not registered | feature not registered |
📸 Front camera | ||
Galaxy A72 (SM-A725F/DS 128GB/8GB) | Moto G52 (256GB) | |
Front camera (secondary) | 32 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Front camera resolution | 6528x4896 pixels | 4608x3456 pixels |
Video recording (secondary) | 4K UHD (3840x2160) | Full HD (1920x1080) |
Front flash | Not supported | Not supported |
Focal aperture | f/2.2 (aperture) | f/2.5 (aperture) |
Focal length | 26mm lens | feature not registered |
Sensor size | 1/2.8" inches | feature not registered |
Pixel size | 0.8µm pixel | 1µm pixel |
🔉 Sound and multimedia | ||
Galaxy A72 (SM-A725F/DS 128GB/8GB) | Moto G52 (256GB) | |
Loudspeaker | Stereo sound with dual speakers | Stereo sound with dual speakers Dolby Atmos |
Active noise cancellation | 2 microphones or more | 2 microphones or more |
Radio | FM | FM |
TV | Not supported | Not supported |
Video formats | MP4, H.265, H.264, H.263, XviD, MKV | MP4, H.265, H.264, H.263, XviD, MKV |
Audio formats | MP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLAC | MP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLAC |
🔌 Connectivity | ||
Galaxy A72 (SM-A725F/DS 128GB/8GB) | Moto G52 (256GB) | |
USB | USB 2.0 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-Go | USB 2.0 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-Go |
Audio output | 3.5mm jack | 3.5mm jack |
TV output | USB Type-C (reversible) | USB Type-C (reversible) |
Bluetooth | 5.0 + A2DP/LE | 5.0 + A2DP/LE |
WiFi | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5] (2.4GHz, 5GHz) + MIMO WiFi Direct, hotspot | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5] (2.4GHz, 5GHz) + MIMO WiFi Direct, hotspot |
DLNA | Not supported | Not supported |
GPS | A-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, GALILEO, BeiDou | A-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, GALILEO |
NFC | Supported | Supported |
Infrared port | Not supported | Not supported |
🧭 Sensors | ||
Galaxy A72 (SM-A725F/DS 128GB/8GB) | Moto G52 (256GB) | |
Sensors | Accelerometer Ambient light sensor Compass Face unlock Fingerprint sensor (under display) Gyroscope Hall effect | Accelerometer Ambient light sensor Compass Face unlock Fingerprint sensor (side-mounted) Gyroscope Proximity sensor |
Vibrating alert | Supported | Supported |
🔋 Battery | ||
Galaxy A72 (SM-A725F/DS 128GB/8GB) | Moto G52 (256GB) | |
Battery type | LiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable) | LiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable) |
Battery capacity | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh |
Charger, watts | 25W Wired fast charging | 30W Wired fast charging |
Inductive / wireless charging | Not supported | Not supported |
Talk time autonomy | 35 hours (1.5 days) | 39 hours (1.6 days) |
Standby | feature not registered | feature not registered |
➕ Other features | ||
Galaxy A72 (SM-A725F/DS 128GB/8GB) | Moto G52 (256GB) | |
Call control | Voice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commands | Voice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commands |
Messaging | SMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mail | SMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mail |
Hands-free calling | Supported | Supported |
Video calling | Supported | Supported |
Ringtones | Polyphonic and customized | Polyphonic and customized |
Web browser | HTML, XHTML, HTML5 | HTML, XHTML, HTML5 |
Antenna | Internal antenna | Internal antenna |
Qwerty physical keyboard | Not supported | Not supported |
Miscellaneous | • Colors: Awesome Black, White, Violet, Blue | • Colors: Charcoal Gray, Porcelain White, Blue • Protective case included • ThinkShield |
☢️ Radiation rate | ||
Galaxy A72 (SM-A725F/DS 128GB/8GB) | Moto G52 (256GB) | |
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.) | feature not registered | feature not registered |
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.) | feature not registered | feature not registered |