Samsung Galaxy A32vsZTE Blade A53 Pro

We compare these two popular phones to help you decide which one fits your needs and budget better.

Samsung
Samsung Galaxy A32
Galaxy A32
Processor:MediaTek Helio G80 (MT6769T)
RAM:4GB
Storage:128GB

Quick Stats

The Samsung Galaxy A32 boasts remarkable battery life, lasting a day and a half on moderate use.
The Samsung Galaxy A32's impressive Super AMOLED display with 90Hz refresh rate is a standout feature overall.
The Samsung Galaxy A32's cameras take decent photos but struggle with video recording and nighttime photography capabilities significantly.
The Samsung Galaxy A32's underwhelming performance is its most significant drawback and major letdown.
ZTE
ZTE Blade A53 Pro
Blade A53 Pro
Processor:Spreadtrum Unisoc SC9863A
RAM:4GB
Storage:64GB

Quick Stats

The ZTE Blade A53 Pro's battery life is underwhelming, even by budget phone standards, and a significant letdown.
The ZTE Blade A53 Pro's subpar display is its major downfall and main drawback overall.
The ZTE Blade A53 Pro's camera system is a major disappointment with poor image quality overall.
The ZTE Blade A53 Pro's underwhelming performance makes it a poor choice for seamless smartphone experiences overall.
Key Differences

Processor Speed

Winner
Samsung Galaxy A32
2 GHz
ZTE Blade A53 Pro
1.60 GHz

RAM

Tie
Samsung Galaxy A32
4GB
ZTE Blade A53 Pro
4GB

Storage

Winner
Samsung Galaxy A32
128GB
ZTE Blade A53 Pro
64GB

Weight

Winner
Samsung Galaxy A32
184g
ZTE Blade A53 Pro
198g
Rank
Samsung Galaxy A32
Winner
#655
ZTE Blade A53 Pro
#850
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
Samsung Galaxy A32
#689
Winner
ZTE Blade A53 Pro
#858
Design
Samsung Galaxy A32
#663
Winner
ZTE Blade A53 Pro
#839
Display
Samsung Galaxy A32
#365
Winner
ZTE Blade A53 Pro
#838
Performance
Samsung Galaxy A32
#759
Winner
ZTE Blade A53 Pro
#839
Battery
Samsung Galaxy A32
#780
Winner
ZTE Blade A53 Pro
#853
Camera
Samsung Galaxy A32
#269
Winner
ZTE Blade A53 Pro
#824
item_phones_categoryId
Samsung Galaxy A32
#1
Tie
ZTE Blade A53 Pro
#1
Tie

Note: Lower rank number indicates a better position in category.

Specifications Comparison
Specification
Samsung Samsung Galaxy A32
ZTE ZTE Blade A53 Pro
Model
MediaTek Helio G80 (MT6769T)
Spreadtrum Unisoc SC9863A
CPU
2x Cortex, A75 2.0 GHz + 6x Cortex, A55 1.8 GHz
4x Cortex, A55 1.6 GHz + 4x Cortex, A55 1.2 GHz
Type
Octa-Core
Octa-Core
Nanometer
12
28
Frequency
2
1.60
64 Bits
Yes
Yes
GPU
ARM Mali-G52 2EEMC2
PowerVR GE8322
RAM
4
4
Type
LPDDR4X RAM
LPDDR4 RAM
Capacity
128
64
Type
N/A
eMMC 5.1 Storage
Fingerprint security
Yes, in screen
Yes, in the back
Fingerprint sensor
Yes
No
Proximity sensor
Yes
Yes
Light sensor
Yes
Yes
Accelerometer sensor
Yes
Yes
Compass sensor
Yes
N/A
Gyroscope sensor
Yes
N/A
Hall sensor
Yes
N/A
Geomagnetic sensor
Yes
N/A
Audio
N/A
N/A
Antutu Score
200458
112000
Antutu Version
Antutu v8
Antutu v9
Antutu Standing
Overall performance better than 55% of devices
Overall performance better than 49% of devices
Cooling system
No
No
Gaming buttons
No
No
Extras
N/A
N/A

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

Samsung Galaxy A32

Strengths

A great high refresh rate amoled display
Excellent battery life, scoring an endurance rating of 119 hours
Solid software support from Samsung, with updates to Android version and features like Bubbles for messaging apps
Compact design for a phone these days
Display has excellent brightness, up to around 815 nits in auto mode
Selfies are taken with a good enough detail and natural looking colors dynamic range is wide too thanks to HDR
Supports night mode on the main cam, although it was buggy for us

Weaknesses

The chipset performance is not great and scores towards the bottom of the charts in CPU and GPU benchmarks
Speaker quality is below average, quieter than nearly all of the competition
Camera stills could be decent but camera video recording is lackluster
No support for HDR video on the display
Not as competitive with the class when it comes to CPU and GPU performance
Night mode was buggy for us in our testing, hopefully Samsung will address this issue
The phone's interface can be slow from time to time

ZTE Blade A53 Pro

Strengths

The phone comes with a screen protector, which is a nice surprise.
It has 4GB of RAM and 64GB of storage, although some of it may be reserved for system use.
The device has a dual camera setup, even if the cameras are not impressive
The phone's price is relatively low at $150.
It comes with a SIM tool and a charger

Weaknesses

The packaging is cheap and flimsy.
The charging port is micro USB, which is outdated and a major inconvenience.
The cameras are not impressive, especially the 2MP sensor
The display has a low resolution of 720p and no high refresh rate
The processor is weak and not powerful enough to handle demanding tasks
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Samsung Galaxy A32

The Samsung Galaxy A32 is a mid-range device that packs more value than ever before in its higher-tier models. However, whether the same can be said about the Galaxy A32's lower-end variant remains to be seen. The phone's design is conservative and compact for a modern smartphone. The back panel features camera bumps for the four-camera setup, which includes a 64MP primary sensor, an 8MP ultra-wide-angle camera, a 5MP macro camera, and a depth sensor. The display is a 6.4-inch Super AMOLED panel with a 1080p resolution and a fast 90Hz refresh rate. The A32's display is its most attractive feature, with excellent brightness levels and accurate color representation. However, it lacks official support for HDR video and the bezels are somewhat thick. The phone's performance is driven by a Mediatek Helio G80 chipset, which, while not slow, falls short of expectations in CPU and GPU benchmarks. Battery life is impressive, with an endurance rating of 119 hours, thanks to the large 5000mAh battery. However, charging speed is relatively slow, taking around half an hour to reach 25% charge. The phone's camera performance is decent, with good daylight photos from the primary sensor, but lacking in low-light shots and video recording. Overall, the Samsung Galaxy A32 offers a great high-refresh-rate AMOLED display and solid software support, but falls short in its chipset performance and speaker quality. While it may not be the best option at this price point, it's still a decent choice for those who want a Samsung phone with these features.

ZTE Blade A53 Pro

The ZTE Blade A53 Pro - a budget smartphone that falls short on several fronts. With a subpar display resolution, outdated micro USB charging port, and questionable camera setup, this device struggles to justify its $150 price tag. Add to that a weak processor, limited storage, and no NFC or 5G capabilities, and you're left with a phone that feels like a major compromise. Can it still be considered a budget option, or is it simply not worth the money?

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