Realme V21 vs Samsung Galaxy A52
Comparing the Realme V21 (2022) and the Samsung Galaxy A52 (2021) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy A52 leads — 27/100 vs 10/100 (a 17-point difference). Key differences: the Realme V21 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 13 MP vs 64 MP; the Samsung Galaxy A52 has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme V21 doesn't.
Realme V21
Samsung Galaxy A52
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4500 mAh
- Longer battery life (36/100 vs 24/100)
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 13MP
- Better camera (43/100 vs 0/100)
- Better display (50/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (63/100 vs 50/100)
- Better value for money (82/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Realme V21 vs the Samsung Galaxy A52, the Samsung Galaxy A52 scores 17 points higher (27/100 vs 10/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A52 leads (43/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme V21 leads (36/100 vs 24/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A52 leads (82/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy A52 significantly outperforms the Realme V21 (50/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A52 significantly outperforms the Realme V21 (43/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme V21 is a bit better (36/100 vs 24/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A52 is a bit better (63/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A52 notably outperforms the Realme V21 (82/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Realme V21 | Samsung Galaxy A52 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | — | Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G | |
| AnTuTu | — | 514398 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 746 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 1762 | |
| Display | 6.6" TFT | 6.5" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1612 | — | |
| Refresh rate | — | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | — | — | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 12, Realme UI 3.0 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 800 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP67 | |
| Dimensions | — | 159.9×75.1×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | — | 189 g | |
| Price | — | $400 |
Realme V21
- Main: 13MP f/f/2.2
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy A52
- Main: 64MP
- Front: 32MP
Realme V21
- 6.6" TFT
- Resolution: 720x1612
- Refresh rate: —
Samsung Galaxy A52
- 6.5" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Realme V21
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy A52
- 4500 mAh
- No wireless charging
Realme V21
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy A52 significantly outperforms the Realme V21 (50/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A52 significantly outperforms the Realme V21 (43/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme V21 is a bit better (36/100 vs 24/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A52 is a bit better (63/100 vs 50/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A52 notably outperforms the Realme V21 (82/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Realme V21 or the Samsung Galaxy A52?
The Samsung Galaxy A52 is noticeably better than the Realme V21 — the overall rating gap is 17 points.
What is the rating of the Realme V21 and the Samsung Galaxy A52?
The Realme V21 has a MobileRank rating of 10/100, the Samsung Galaxy A52 — 27/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme V21 or the Samsung Galaxy A52?
The Samsung Galaxy A52 leads on camera score (43/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Realme V21 over the Samsung Galaxy A52?
The Realme V21 is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy A52 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.