2023 Samsung Galaxy A54 5G Specs & Review | Delivering Flagship Experience
Samsung Galaxy A54 5G key specs: · 6.4″ display · 256 GB storage, 8 GB RAM · Exynos 1380 · 50MP main camera· 5000 mAh battery ·
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| Released: Mar 2023 Price: IDR 5,999,000 (8+128 GB) | US$158,10 |
There are many things that the Samsung Galaxy A54 5G tries to present, in addition to the flagship-style cellphone design with glass layers on both sides, this cellphone also carries a cool camera that is capable of doing many things in low light conditions. But that’s not all that caught our attention, because this cellphone also carries a custom in-house chipset that has a 5nm fabrication with promising CPU core specifications.
This cellphone with a relatively high price to compete in the mid-range cellphone class, has received enough attention alongside Samsung’s flagship products. We have been curious since the beginning of our hands-on in mid-March. And here is our review.
Samsung Galaxy A54 5G Full Specifications
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| Color Options | Awesome Lime, Awesome Graphite, Awesome Violet and Awesome White |
| Sales Package | Samsung Galaxy A54 5G smartphone, USB Type C data cable, pin ejector, warranty card. |
| Dimensions & Weight (mm & grams) | 158.2 x 76.7 x 8.2mm / 202 grams |
| SIM & Network | Dual Nano SIM Hybrid, 5G, 4G LTE/HSPA+/3G/2G, WiFi a/b/g/n/ac |
| Operating System (OS) | One UI 5.1, based on Android 13 |
| Supported external storage | Yes, MicroSD card up to 1TB |
| Display | 6.4 inches, (~82.9% screen-to-body ratio), 1080 x 2340 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~403 ppi density), Super AMOLED, 120Hz, 1000 nits (peak), HDR10+ |
| Processor/ CPU | Exynos 1380 (5nm); Octa-core (4×2.4 GHz Cortex-A78 & 4×2.0 GHz Cortex-A55), GPU: Mali-G68 MP5 |
| RAM & Internal Storage | 8GB RAM/128GB ROM |
| RAM & Internal Storage | Rear Triple: 50 MP, f/1.8 IMX766 12MP Ultrawide 5MP Macro Camera Video : 4K@30fps. 1080p@60fps, 1080p@30fps Front Single: |
| Battery | 5000 mAh Li-po (non-removable able); 25W Fast Charging |
Samsung Galaxy A54 5G Features
| Removable battery | No | Fingerprint | Yes |
| Multitouch | Yes | Dual Front Camera | No |
| Dual SIM | Yes | External memory | Yes |
| 3G HSDPA recording | Yes | ||
| NFC | Yes | Video player | Yes |
| USB On-the-go | Yes | Music player | Yes |
| GPS | Yes | 3.5 Audio Port | No |
Samsung Galaxy A54 5G Advantages & Disadvantages
| ADVANTAGES | DISADVANTAGES |
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| Super AMOLED 120 Screen Hz | No longer carries a 3.5 mm audio jack |
| 5nm chipset with slick performance | Does not include a charger adapter in the sales package |
| Long-lasting battery | |
| 50MP main camera with flagship sensor, can be used for lowlight and is full of features | |
| Flagship-style design with front and back glass surfaces | |
| 4K video to learn how to make content |
2023 Samsung Galaxy A54 5G Reviews
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| Box of Samsung Galaxy A54 5G |
Samsung Galaxy A54 5G Design
It has been mentioned before that this phone carries a flagship-style design. By re-presenting a layer of clear glass on the surface of the phone both on the back and on the front.
Some people think it is similar to the design of the Samsung Galaxy S23 Series. It will raise two interesting things, namely pride because of the cool design and fear that it will be easily scratched.
Although it is protected by Corning Gorilla Glass 5, it is not a guarantee that this coating glass will be free from scratches or cracks. Especially from small particles like sand that collect in our pants pockets. However, at least it is able to reduce the effects of direct impact on the cellphone.
This phone has been designed in such a way as to dispel the concerns of its users. Including by providing IP67 certification. This means that the Galaxy A54 5G is waterproof up to a depth of 1 meter for 30 minutes and has been designed to prevent dust from entering the system.
At first glance, it looks flashy compared to similar products sold at the same price.
Another interesting thing can be found in the camera section. Displayed in 3 small circles that protrude from the surface. And for those who hope to find a 3.5 mm audio jack on this phone, it seems you will be disappointed.
Samsung Galaxy A54 5G Screen and OS
The Samsung Galaxy A54 5G carries a 6.4-inch Super AMOLED panel screen. Spread almost all over the surface of the phone. Where the front camera is presented using a punch hole design approaching the top bezel.
The screen of this phone displays FHD + resolution at 1080 x 2340 pixels with a refresh rate of 120 Hz and a brightness of 1000 nits which is quite refreshing for the user’s eyes.
Meanwhile, on the UI side, Samsung brings the latest version of One UI, namely 5.1. This system will carry two layers of UI, where the home display will be different from the display of installed applications. But even so, the appearance looks neat, clean and to the point.
A number of features that make it easier to interact with the Samsung Galaxy ecosystem are present. For those of you who already have electronic devices made by Samsung at home, this phone is even more recommended.
Samsung Galaxy A54 5G Chipset and Memory
As we mentioned above, this phone carries an in-house chipset, namely the Exynos 1380 with 5nm fabrication. On paper, the CPU carried by this chipset is already capable in its class, and with this fabrication, the potential for efficient power usage will be even higher.
The CPU spec info carried by the Exynos 1380 shows that this 8-core CPU is divided into two clusters of equal size, namely 4:4 where the 4 performance cores are a combination of 4 Cortex A78 cores and the remaining 4 cores are Cortex A55 cores.
This is a mid-range CPU spec that we often find in new chipsets from competitors.
Meanwhile, for the GPU, this chipset also carries a GPU from ARM, namely the Mali G68 MP5. A promising combination although it cannot be called the most powerful on the market.
This was confirmed when we used it to play demanding games such as Genshin Impact. It can be pulled to the right up to 60fps, but the framerate will drop. Just so you know, even flagship chipsets still have to work harder to get the optimal framerate in this setting.
This means that for playing casual to demanding games, this chipset can be relied on. Although not up to the peak performance expected.
Regarding memory, the product we reviewed has 8GB RAM and 128GB ROM. This means that the product we reviewed is the lowest variant. Because there is a 256GB version option. Even so, this phone is able to run its functions and multi-functions smoothly.
Battery and Fast Charging
The Samsung Galaxy A54 5G is equipped with a large capacity battery, namely 5000 mAh. With software and hardware that are able to efficiently use power, this battery capacity is proven to last longer or is equivalent to other AMOLED screen phones in the same class.
This phone even has fast charging technology. Which we can optimize by buying a suitable charger adapter. Because in the sales package of this phone there is no longer a charger adapter.
We tried using a gift charger adapter from another brand of phone that can charge up to 30W, it turned out to be compatible with this phone. Although the power accommodated is only up to 25W.
Samsung Galaxy A54 5G Camera
This section deserves a thumbs up. The camera of this phone regardless of the results has provided a number of features that might be needed by users in its class. For example, a high-resolution camera, camera effects to the ability to record 1080p 60fps and 4K 30fps. Complete with slo mo and video stabilizer features, although it will be locked to 1080p 30fps.
There are three cameras on the back of the phone. Consisting of a main camera with a resolution of 50 MP, then a 12 MP ultrawide camera and a 5 MP macro camera. All three are capable of producing photos with colorful tones.
The over saturation effect that used to be present in old Samsung cameras is now almost gone. Replaced with a good contrast value. Especially when shooting in open spaces with lots of light.
But the greatness of this cellphone camera will feel better when used in minimal light. With the flagship Sony IMX 766 camera sensor, it is only natural that the results of this cellphone camera’s photos meet expectations.
Conclusion
If the mid-range phone you are looking for is a phone with a striking design and promising performance in its class, then the Samsung Galaxy A54 5G is able to provide more because it has a camera that can accommodate the needs of beginner content creators, both for photos and videos in various resolutions and also stabilization.
With an in-house chipset that we haven’t really felt much before, it turns out to be able to give a positive impression during this review.