Samsung Galaxy A54 long-term review

1 December 2023


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  • 03 Dec 2023

Disappointed User, 03 Dec 2023The overall performance of A54 is good but the main camera ... moreI purchased the A54 today and the extremely heavy image processing ruins what's possible with its capable hardware. I missed the warmer and natural color science of iPhone. Only the Pixel comes close imo.

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    • Anonymous
    • 3T2
    • 03 Dec 2023

    I purchased a used A54 today for 250 EUR in pristine condition and it surprised me how far mid-range Android devices have come, ever since I switched from an S10e in 2020 to the Apple ecosystem. This is an all-round great device with a premium look and feel, capable cameras and a gorgeous display. Unfortunately I'm selling it as I find Samsung's implementation of HDR processing on the front and back overly aggressive – it creates halos, oversharpens, oversaturates and it crushes blacks. The measly camera hardware on my SE 3 blows it out of the park with its flagship-level color tuning, which is especially apparent in indoor shots. The performance is decent, but Snapchat lags heavily when you use a Lens and you'll find an occasional stutter in the interface; but it's nothing major. I think most people will be satisfied with this device, especially those who consume tons of media. Creators should opt for an iPhone or a Pixel.

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      • Anonymous
      • X5u
      • 03 Dec 2023

      janeymac, 03 Dec 2023For some yes, for others no. The cameras on the Poco F5 are... moreTalk about over exaggeration of the century.

      Poco F5 cameras are rubbish ?? Bruh ..
      I haven't used the phone but gsmarena posts camera samples in their review and the photos are far from rubbish

        Best mid-range of all time

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          • Anonymous
          • X5u
          • 03 Dec 2023

          Samsung fanboys actually coming here to post things like "I've had the phone and it never lagged " . Lol...I've seen 3 reviewers who have complained about the lagginess of the Samsung a54 and all with video evidence
          Maybe they all got bad units of the a54

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            • Anonymous
            • X5u
            • 03 Dec 2023

            Paymanly, 02 Dec 2023I have this phone for almost two months now and it's b... moreIn other words,since gsmarena didn't lie to praise your favorite brand ,you won't trust their reviews anymore ??.
            Dfkm bro

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              • Anonymous
              • X5u
              • 03 Dec 2023

              Anonymous, 03 Dec 2023Really ? The three most important things in a smartphone ar... moreLol .. you had to remove performance as one of the top things on a phone just so you could make the Samsung a54 look good but I'll humor you
              Cameras: the Samsung a54 cameras aren't that great . They are mid actually
              Screen : the bezels alone on the Samsung a54 gives it's a 0/10 in that department
              Battery life : sure the battery life is good but it's competitors (Poco F5) still give great battery life while giving flagship performance

              This phone doesn't really have much to offer

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                • Anonymous
                • q3R
                • 03 Dec 2023

                Anonymous, 03 Dec 2023Really ? The three most important things in a smartphone ar... moreI think the A54 is a fine device, but you're just assuming what's important because I could care less about camera quality. It's not like I'm constantly needing to take photos throughout the day. Not all consumers have the same priorities.

                  Anonymous, 03 Dec 2023so u expect something really good on $300 samsung camera phone?I didn't say that but the camera hardware is much better. The Poco F5's camera is weak, even for the price. It's performance focused and cameras were sacrificed. Like I said, these aren't the only two options though

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                    • Anonymous
                    • XSs
                    • 03 Dec 2023

                    Anonymous, 02 Dec 2023What are you on about? The A52s successor was gutted since ... moreYour comment proves that 99% of viewers of this site never use a device still comment bs

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                      • Nina
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                      • 03 Dec 2023

                      Which one is better ,poco f5 or Samsung s23 +? Thank you

                        Ultima 9, 03 Dec 2023This processor is laggy? I play codm for hours and barely s... moreThis needs s888

                          Hey GSMArena, would you guys try your hand at doing long term reviews for some Vivo and Oppo flagships like the Find X6 Pro or the X90 Pro? It's quite sad to see them get ignored, especially the Vivo considering it's global

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                            • Anonymous
                            • Fv1
                            • 03 Dec 2023

                            Anonymous, 03 Dec 2023Really ? The three most important things in a smartphone ar... morePixel 7a if you want something more powerful and the Xperia 10V if you just want a phone that never dies with a reasonable camera

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                              • X@n
                              • 03 Dec 2023

                              After Disabled the Samsung Game Optimizing Service, My Phone Runs Smoothly !!
                              Before GPU Frequency : 466 MHz
                              After Disabled the GOS : 1053 MHz

                              Device Name : Galaxy A50s
                              How to Disable Samsung Game Optimizing Service
                              LINK : https://brunch.co.kr/@searphiel9/393

                                Anonymous, 02 Dec 2023Google is bad at hardware. Besides overheating with tensyto... moreI agree that soc performance/heat is not the best but don't forget i was comparing the 7a with the A54 and both have same family of soc, Exynos and tensor are brothers. But, Tensor G2 is still a lot superior compared to an Exynos 1380...

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                                  • Nadeem
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                                  • 03 Dec 2023

                                  After install new UI 6 update in 14 Android soul all problem bug today is very reliable and smooth playing a54 after update solve all problems. Battery long time to use fone one hour in 3 parent.

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                                    • Anonymous
                                    • mtj
                                    • 03 Dec 2023

                                    Anonymous, 02 Dec 2023This just shows that people prefer to buy the brand name th... moreReally ? The three most important things in a smartphone are in this order: cameras, screen and battery life. Find a better alternative to the A54 at this price point, please.

                                      Also speakers get a boost when dolby atmos is turned on. Without dolby atmos, the volume and depth of the sound is lower. The speakers with dolby atmos is loud and crystal clear.

                                        This processor is laggy? I play codm for hours and barely see any lag. It also maintains 120 hz while using it. The camera capture speed is not fast as flagships but it is fast enough for most people. The only lag i have seen is viewing google news feed which is in left side to the home screen when the news feed is not preloaded. The battery life is outstanding and it can complete with flagships in terms of battery life. Have been using this phone more than 4 months now.

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