Samsung · Launched October 2022

Samsung Galaxy A53

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Where to buyStandard

Only on Amazon in this variant

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₹27,999 *Buy on Amazon

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Compare all 6 variants across stores

Variant	Flipkart	Amazon
Awesome Blue · 256 GB	₹42,999	Not sold
Awesome Blue · 128 GB	₹38,990	Not sold
Awesome Black · 128 GB	₹34,999	Not sold
Awesome Peach · 128 GB	₹38,990	Not sold
Awesome Black · 256 GB	₹26,990	Not sold
Standard	Not sold	₹27,999

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The ZuPick verdict

2.2out of 5

SkipBest at camera, weakest at performance.

The Galaxy A53 still provides a smooth OLED display, dependable water resistance and versatile basic cameras. Its weak performance, slow charging, low brightness and high price leave it substantially behind stronger alternatives.

Based on specs, expert reviews and owner discussions.

Performance1.1

It scores about 380,000 on AnTuTu, far below what phones at this price typically manage. The Exynos 1280 with 6 GB of RAM is suitable for routine tasks but weak for demanding games and sustained multitasking.

Camera3.3

The 64 MP main camera, optical stabilisation, 12 MP ultrawide and 32 MP front camera form a useful everyday setup. However, 4K recording is limited to 30 fps and there is no telephoto lens for clean optical zoom.

Display2.9

The 120 Hz OLED panel offers smooth movement and strong contrast, but peak brightness of 800 nits is poor for direct sunlight. Its 1080x2400 resolution is also merely adequate at this price.

Battery2.0

The 5000 mAh battery lasts about 13 hours and 34 minutes in testing, which is modest against current rivals. Slow 25 W charging and the lack of wireless charging pull it down further.

Value1.5

At ₹38,990, the 6 GB and 128 GB configuration offers poor hardware value. Its cameras, water resistance and software support cannot compensate for the dated performance and slow charging.

Price history

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It has been as low as ₹20,999 in the period we have tracked.

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₹20,999

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₹42,999

Pros & cons

What’s good

Versatile rear cameras

The 64 MP main camera has optical stabilisation for steadier low-light shots, while the 12 MP ultrawide handles landscapes and group photos. The 32 MP front camera is also useful for detailed selfies and video calls.

Smooth OLED display

The 6.5-inch OLED display delivers rich contrast and a fluid 120 Hz experience. Gorilla Glass 5 adds useful protection against everyday scratches.

Strong water resistance

IP67 protection provides reassurance around rain, spills and brief immersion. That remains a meaningful durability advantage for regular travel and outdoor use.

Long update commitment

Four OS upgrades and five years of security updates support extended ownership. NFC, 5G and expandable storage further improve everyday practicality.

What’s not

Very weak performance

The Exynos 1280 and 6 GB of RAM sit well behind modern rivals for gaming and intensive multitasking. Demanding apps and games will expose its limited performance headroom.

Slow wired charging

The 5000 mAh battery is adequate, but 25 W charging takes considerably longer than the 80 W solutions common around this price. Wireless charging is also missing, making this a cable-only experience.

Dim outdoor viewing

Peak brightness of 800 nits can make the screen harder to read under strong sunlight. The Full HD resolution is also less sharp than the higher-resolution displays offered by many competitors.

No optical zoom

The camera system relies on digital cropping for distant subjects because there is no telephoto lens. Portraits and stage shots will lose detail sooner than they do on zoom-equipped rivals.

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