The South Korean giant “Samsung” has release its latest Galaxy A-series smartphone, Samsung Galaxy A54 and Galaxy A34 into the market. The Samsung Galaxy A54 which is the higher model of the three is a great mid-range device that offers a lot of features for its price. It has a great display, a powerful processor, a long-lasting battery, and a triple-camera setup.
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Samsung Galaxy A54 Key Specs and Features
- 6.4 inches Super AMOLED Display, 1080 x 2340 pixels (~403 ppi density), ~82.9% screen-to-body ratio
- Android 13, One UI 5.1
- Exynos 1380 (5 nm) Octa Core Processor
- 6GB, 8GB RAM
- 50 MP (wide) + 12 MP (ultrawide) + 5 MP (macro) Triple Rear Camera
- 32 MP Front Camera
- Fingerprint Sensor (under display, optical)
- 128GB, 256GB Built-in Storage
- 4G LTE
- 5G Support
- 25W Fast Charging Capacity
- 5000 mAh Non-removable Li-Po Battery
Design
The Samsung Galaxy A54 embodiment of Galaxy S23 in mid-range device. At first glance, it can be mistaken for each other. Unless you look closely, you can’t tell the difference between the design of these phones. The size, build, camera arrangement, and more are almost the same.
It has a quality build made of glass front and back. However, it has a matte-finished plastic frame. This Samsung phone also sports the more rounded corners, which helps it sit perfectly on hand. Generally, the Galaxy A54 is a light-weighted phone measuring 158.2 x 76.7 x 8.2 mm and weighs 202 g.
The front is dominated by a 6.4-inch large screen, that measures 82.9% screen-to-body ratio. Therefore, there is only thin bezels around the screen. At the top center of the phone sits the punch hole cutout for selfie lens.
The glass rear panel has a sleek design with glossy finish and its protected by Corning Gorilla Glass 5. Furthermore, the most immediately noticeable change in the rear is the camera arrangement. Samsung has ditched the contour camera module present on last year’s model instead there is now three circle camera lens which are cleanly arranged vertically with a LED flash accompanying them.
Samsung Galaxy A54 is available in four colours including graphite, white, lime and violet, so plenty of choice. It is also IP67 dust and water resistance to protect it from most accidents.
The power button and volume rocker are located on the right side of the device, while the SIM card tray and microSD card slot are located on the left side. The bottom of the phone features a USB Type-C port, a speaker grille, and a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Display
Compared to its predecessor, the A54 has a 6.4-inch Full HD+ Super AMOLED display that has a resolution of 1080 x 2340 pixels. The Super AMOLED display technology provides vibrant colors and deep blacks, making it ideal for watching videos and playing games. The screen has a pixel density of 403 pixels per inch (PPI), which is sharp and clear, ensuring that text and images look crisp and detailed.
In addition, the Galaxy A54 display features 1000 nits of peak brightness which allows users to enjoy their content even in direct sunlight. Additionally, the display also features an adaptive refresh rate of up to 120Hz, making it ideal for gaming and other activities that require a smooth and responsive experience.
The display also features an Infinity-O design with a small hole-punch cutout in the center for the front-facing camera, which maximizes the screen real estate and provides a nearly edge-to-edge display.
Furthermore, the Galaxy A54 display also has 19.5:9 ratio which provides a tall and narrow screen that is ideal for multimedia content and gaming. It allows for a more immersive viewing experience, particularly when watching movies or playing games in landscape mode. It is protected by Corning Gorilla Glass 5, which provides added durability and scratch-resistance.
Camera
The Samsung Galaxy A54 comes with a triple-camera setup on the back that includes a 50-megapixel primary camera, a 12-megapixel ultra-wide camera, and 5-megapixel macro camera.
The 50-megapixel primary camera has an f/1.8 aperture and uses pixel-binning technology to combine multiple pixels into one, resulting in brighter and more detailed photos in low-light conditions.
In addition, Samsung Galaxy A54’s main camera have Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) which helps to reduce camera shake and blur when taking photos or videos. There is also the Phase Detection Autofocus (PDAF) technology that allows the camera to focus quickly and accurately on the subject, to ensure that photos are sharp and clear.
The ultra-wide camera has a 123-degree field of view, which is ideal for capturing landscapes and group photos. While, the macro camera allows for close-up shots with a focus distance of 4cm, while the depth sensor helps to capture portrait photos with a bokeh effect.
On the front of the device, there is a 32-megapixel camera with an f/2.2 aperture for taking selfies and making video calls. The front-facing camera also features various modes and effects, such as Live Focus, which allows for portrait selfies with a blurred background.
Hardware and Software
Under the hood, the Samsung Galaxy A54 is powered by a Exynos 1380 processor, which is also designed to provide users with a great battery life. This chipset is built on a 5nm process and features an octa-core CPU, which consists of 2 Cortex-A78 cores clocked at 2.4 GHz and 6 Cortex-A55 cores clocked at 2.0 GHz. It also has a Mali-G78 MP10 GPU for handling graphics-intensive tasks.
Furthermore, this processor is coupled with 6GB or 8GB of RAM depending on the variant. It also comes with 128GB or 256GB of internal storage, which can be expanded further via a microSD card up to 1TB.
In terms of software, the Galaxy A54 runs on Android 13 with Samsung’s One UI 5.1 on top. One UI is a custom skin developed by Samsung that provides a range of features and customization options to enhance the user experience. It also comes with a variety of pre-installed apps and services, including Samsung Health, Samsung Pay, and Samsung Notes.
The android phone is equipped with a 5000mAh battery that supports 25W fast charging, allowing users to quickly top up their device’s battery when needed. Other hardware features of the Galaxy A54 include a under display fingerprint scanner, Bluetooth 5.3, Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, NFC, and GPS. There is also the USB Type-C port for charging and sharing.
Samsung Galaxy A54 Price and Availability
Samsung Galaxy A54 price starts at $305 / € 487.80 / £ 449.00 / ₹ 38,999 at leading online stores. The Galaxy A54 price in Nigeria starts at around ₦338,000.
The smartphone was announced in Mid March 2023 and was available for purchase starting in ending March 2023.
Samsung Galaxy A54 Specs
Here are a few specs of the Samsung Galaxy A54:
General Features
- Platform: Android 13, One UI 5.1
- Processor: Exynos 1380 (5 nm) Octa Core Processor (2.4 GHz quad-core Cortex-A78 and 2.0 GHz quad-core Cortex-A55)
- GPU: Mali-G68 MP5
- Memory: 6GB, 8GB RAM
- Colours: Lime, Graphite, Violet, White
- Dimension: 158.2 x 76.7 x 8.2 mm
- Weight: 202 g
- SIM Type: Nano SIM
- SIM Count: Dual SIM
Display
- Display: 6.4 inches Super AMOLED Display, 1080 x 2340 pixels (~403 ppi density), 120Hz Refresh Rate, HDR10+, 1000 nits (HBM) Brightness, ~82.9% screen-to-body ratio
- Screen Protection: Corning Gorilla Glass 5
- Foldable Display: No
Camera
- Rear Camera: 50 MP (wide), f/1.8, PDAF, OIS + 12 MP (ultrawide), f/2.2, 123˚ FoV + 5 MP (macro), f/2.4 Triple Camera
- Rear Camera Features: LED Flash, Panorama, HDR, 4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps, 720p@480fps
- Front Camera: 32 MP (wide), f/2.2 Camera, 4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps
Storage
- Built-in Storage: 128GB, 256GB
- Memory Card Support: microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)
- Bundled Cloud Storage: –
Network Support
- 2G GSM: GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 – SIM 1 & SIM 2 (dual-SIM model only)
- 2G CDMA 1X: –
- 3G WCDMA: HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100
- 3G CDMA EVDO: –
- 4G LTE: LTE Bands 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 20, 26, 28, 32, 38, 40, 41, 66 – International, LTE Bands 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 12, 13, 14, 20, 25, 26, 29, 30, 38, 39, 40, 41, 46, 48, 66, 71 – USA
- 5G: 5G Bands 1, 3, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 77, 78 SA/NSA/Sub6 – International, 5G Bands 25, 41, 66, 71 SA/NSA/Sub6/mmWave – USA
Internet & Connectivity
- GPRS: Yes
- EDGE: Yes
- 3G/WCDMA/HSPA: Yes
- HSPA+: Yes
- CDMA EVDO: –
- 4G LTE: Yes
- 5G: Yes
- WLAN: Yes, Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, Wi-Fi 6, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
- Wi-Fi Hotspot: Yes
- Bluetooth: Yes Bluetooth 5.3, A2DP, LE
- NFC: Yes (market/region dependent)
- Infrared Blaster: –
- USB Port: Yes USB Type-C 2.0, OTG
Messaging
- SMS/MMS: Yes
- Instant Messaging: Yes
- Push Emails: Yes
- Email Protocol: –
Entertainment
- Music Player: Yes
- Video Player: Yes
- FM Radio: No
- Loudspeaker: Yes, with stereo speakers
- 3.5mm Jack: No
Navigation
- Navigation: Yes GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS
- Maps: Yes
Sensors & Control
- Digital Compass: Yes
- Accelerometer: Yes
- Proximity Sensor: Yes
- Light Sensor: Yes
- Barometer: –
- SpO2: –
- Pedometer: –
- Heart Rate Monitor: –
- Gyroscope: Yes
- Fingerprint Scanner: Yes, (under display, optical)
- Iris Scanner: –
- Face Unlock: –
- Stylus Pen: –
- Intelligent Digital Assistant: Yes
- Motion Sensing / Gesture Control: –
- Voice Control: Yes
Other Features
- Video Streaming: Yes
- Active Noise Cancellation: –
- Wireless Charging: –
- Built-in Mobile Payment: –
- Water Resistant: –
- Dust Resistant: –
- Image Editor: Yes
- Video Editor: Yes
- Document Viewer: –
- Document Editor: –
Battery
- Battery: 5000 mAh Non removable Li-Po Battery
- Talktime: –
- Standby Time: –
- Fast Charging: 25W Fast Charging Capacity
