Samsung Galaxy A72
Specifications

Secondary Camera: 32 MPix Wide Angle Camera (1/2.8“ F2.2)
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Average of 29 scores (from 66 reviews)
Reviews for the Samsung Galaxy A72
Samsung has relaunched its mid-range top model: The Galaxy A72 is even better than the already strong predecessor and has, among other things, the larger battery and better cameras. As the review shows, the Galaxy A72 should also be the standard against which all mid-range rivals have to measure themselves this year.
Source: DxOMark

Although it overall behind the Oppo Reno6 5G and the Xiaomi 11T, which both offer a better charging experience, the Samsung Galaxy A72 battery has the best autonomy in its segment.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 12/09/2021
Source: DxOMark

Announced in March 2021, the Snapdragon 720G-powered Samsung Galaxy A72 looks like an enticing option in the High-end ($400-599) segment, offering a comprehensive camera setup with a Quad-Bayer sensor in the primary module as well as a 3x tele, a 12 MP ultra-wide, and a dedicated macro camera. Let’s see how it fares in the DXOMARK Camera test protocol.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 08/03/2021
Source: NDTV Gadgets

As it turns out, the Samsung Galaxy A72 is not too different from the Galaxy A52, and that's a problem. The telephoto camera is a nice addition but I didn't find it very useful since its image quality was average at best. Other than this, you're paying a premium over the Galaxy A52 for a slightly larger battery and the bundled 25W charger. It's hard to justify spending at least Rs. 34,999 for the Galaxy A72 when you can get nearly the same performance and features with the Galaxy A52 at Rs. 26,499, and some phones priced under Rs. 30,000 offer even better specifications and capabilities. If the Samsung name and features such as the IP rating and stereo speakers are what drew you towards the Galaxy A72, I'd suggest buying the Galaxy A52 instead and saving some money. If you absolutely want to spend more, then any of the above competitors would be a better buy.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 06/16/2021
Rating: Total score: 80% price: 60% performance: 80% display: 80% mobility: 80% workmanship: 80%
Source: Tech PP

We think Samsung has shown some major guts in launching the Galaxy A72 with a starting price of Rs. 34,999. The phone not only comes with an older processor but also does not really bring anything too unique to the table. Yes, we love the design; the cameras and display are very good, and the battery life is impressive, but there is a lot of competition lurking around at that price point. There is the Mi 11X which comes with a Snapdragon 870 at around Rs 30,000, as does the iQOO 7. And well, there will be those who might think of the OnePlus 9R, the Vivo X60, which cost a little more but come with better processors and equally formidable specs. And well, all of those worthies also bring 5G to the table, which is a welcome bonus.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 05/23/2021
Rating: Total score: 74% price: 60% performance: 80% workmanship: 80%
Source: The Indian Express

The Galaxy A72 is aimed at those who have a budget of higher than Rs 35,000, and want a phone with a good camera. The phone is also more affordable compared to other mid-range flagships such as vivo X60 (Rs 39,990), OnePlus 9R (Rs 39,999). However, the recently launched Mi 11X costs Rs 29,999 and undercuts the A72 in pricing.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 05/14/2021
Source: GSM Arena

So bottom line then - just like the Galaxy A52, the A72 is a truly unique package, even on the current over-saturated mid-ranger scene. That being said, its value relies on a very particular mix of features. If it just happens to be something that resonates with you, there really is no reason to look elsewhere.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 04/29/2021
Rating: Total score: 84%
Source: Yugatech

Now that we’ve talked about almost everything, let’s finally focus on price. The Samsung Galaxy A72 is officially available for PHP 23,990. And as I’ve mentioned, it’s quite in a risky spot because first, it only got minimal improvements from its predecessor the A71, then there’s the competition in its price range with other phones offering better performance and cameras. It does however give the advantage of being a familiar Samsung device with an attractive design and large battery capacity.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 04/18/2021
Source: Android Central

The Galaxy A72 nails the basics: you get a sublime 90Hz AMOLED display, minimal design with pastel hues, robust hardware, reliable cameras at the back, a 5000mAh battery, and long-term software updates. But the fact that there's no 5G here makes it a non-starter in global markets, and you also have to contend with a lot of bloatware.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 04/06/2021
Rating: Total score: 70%
Source: Unbox

Our review of the Galaxy A72 for the Philippines shows that the phablet is the most value-packed Samsung mid-range phone to date. Additions like a bigger battery, telephoto camera, high refresh rate, and an IP rating made the Galaxy A72 a compelling offering—and arguably one of Samsung’s best mid-range phones in recent memory.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 04/05/2021
Source: The Mobile Indian

In our opinion, the Galaxy A52 is a much better pick than the Galaxy A72 as both of them have almost everything in common except a camera sensor, and display & battery size. The Galaxy A72 is also a decent phone but at that price, you have better options and even the differences between the two are not worth spending Rs 8500 more on the Galaxy A72.
Comparison, online available, Long, Date: 04/05/2021
Source: Lowyat.net

The Samsung Galaxy A72 is a cheery phone, or at least that’s the picture the company wants to paint for it. While the names of its colours can rub people the wrong way (it certainly did for me), it’s difficult to counter the point that the phone is a fine mid-range device, at least by today’s standards. The unique back is a minor plus point, but the IP67 rating is, in my opinion, the bigger and better deal.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 04/02/2021
Source: Manila Shaker

Absolutely – but the price is obviously at a premium here since you’re getting the best experience available on a mid-range smartphone. At RM1,899 – I think it’s a little steep and inching close to the Galaxy S20 FE 4G’s current price of RM2,099.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 03/31/2021
Source: KL Gadget Guy

I can’t deny that there’s a bunch of important upgrades and the Galaxy A72 does have a lot to offer, but you may look the other way if you’re aiming for a 5G phone. Apart from that, the phone looks great, performs well and has a long-lasting battery life. It’s a decent phone if you don’t mind the lacking performance in lowlight photography and the absence of 5G support.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 03/31/2021
Rating: Total score: 78% price: 70% performance: 80% display: 85% mobility: 80% workmanship: 85%
Source: Phone Arena

Last year, the midrange Galaxy A71 was a success and became quite popular. Now, its successor is here, bringing significant improvements to the table, with a smooth 90Hz high refresh rate, a bigger 5,000mAh battery, and a versatile camera system. All of these cool features are packed under a gorgeous new look the Galaxy A72 sports, with fresh and youthful colors. There is a smaller improvement in the processor capabilities and its performance is not a giant step forward from the Galaxy A71, but despite that, the A72 is a good investment for anyone wanting a smooth Samsung phone, with great battery life and a capable camera for the affordable price of $430.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 03/29/2021
Rating: Total score: 90%
Source: Sam Mobile

The Galaxy A72, like the Galaxy A52, is a mid-range phone that offers a high-end experience. You get an excellent display with 90Hz refresh rate that makes for smooth scrolling and animations, water and dust resistance, stereo speakers, a zoom camera capable of up to 30x magnification, the latest software out of the box along with a guarantee of three major OS upgrades, and mostly excellent performance with the Snapdragon 720G processor.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 03/28/2021
Source: Engadget

Hands-On, online available, Short, Date: 03/19/2021
Foreign Reviews
Source: Area DVD

Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 11/07/2021
Source: Computerbild

Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 09/10/2021
Rating: Total score: 88%
Source: Curved

Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 07/02/2021
Source: Tech Stage

Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 06/26/2021
Rating: Total score: 90%
Source: Chinahandys.net

Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 05/24/2021
Rating: Total score: 80% performance: 60% display: 90% mobility: 90% workmanship: 70%
Source: Nextpit Germany

Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 05/12/2021
Rating: Total score: 80%
Source: Futurezone.at

Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 05/08/2021
Source: Teltarif

Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 05/03/2021
Rating: Total score: 88% price: 92% performance: 50% display: 880% mobility: 90% workmanship: 70%
Source: Inside Handy

Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 04/28/2021
Rating: Total score: 80%
Source: Computerbild

Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 04/16/2021
Rating: Total score: 88%
Source: A1 Blog

Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 03/25/2021
Source: Computerhoy

Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 04/25/2021
Rating: Total score: 83% features: 80% display: 90% mobility: 100% workmanship: 70%
Source: Xataka

Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 04/22/2021
Rating: Total score: 82% performance: 70% display: 88% mobility: 93% workmanship: 80%
Source: Zona Movilidad

Positive: Excellent cameras; long battery life; stylish design. Negative: Average performance.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 05/07/2021
Source: Tuexperto

Positive: Large battery capacity; quick charging; good price; excellent display; nice selfie camera. Negative: Unsupported 5G; poor main camera.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 04/13/2021
Source: Android Geek

Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 04/10/2021
Rating: Total score: 76% performance: 70% display: 80% mobility: 80% workmanship: 70%
Source: Canaltech

Positive: High gaming performance; long battery life; unsupported waterproof and dust avoiding; great speakers. Negative: Heavy and bulky; high price.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 05/19/2021
Source: AndroidWorld.it

Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 06/07/2021
Rating: Total score: 84% price: 70% features: 75% display: 90% mobility: 80% workmanship: 85% ergonomy: 85%
Source: HDblog.it

Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 05/17/2021
Rating: Total score: 80% price: 60% features: 77%
Source: Tutto Android

Positive: Support 5G; decent autonomy; nice display. Negative: Relatively high price.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 04/27/2021
Source: Techzine

Comparison, online available, Medium, Date: 06/12/2021
Rating: Total score: 80%
Source: Computer Totaal

Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 05/12/2021
Rating: Total score: 80%
Source: AndroidWorld.nl

Positive: Very long battery life; nice cameras; good support. Negative: Poor display; unsupported 5G.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 05/12/2021
Source: Les Mobiles

Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 10/01/2021
Rating: Total score: 70%
Source: Nextpit France

Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 05/08/2021
Rating: Total score: 80%
Source: Frandroid

Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 05/01/2021
Rating: Total score: 80% performance: 60% display: 90% mobility: 90% workmanship: 80%
Source: Tabletowo

Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 04/25/2021
Rating: Total score: 84%
Source: Komputerswiat

Positive: Beautiful display; nice cameras; elegant design.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 06/26/2021
Source: Antyweb

Positive: Beautiful display; stereo speakers; waterproof IP67. Negative: Weak processor; plastic case.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 04/16/2021
Source: Chip Online TR

Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 05/03/2021
Rating: Total score: 80%
Source: Log.com.tr

Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 04/26/2021
Rating: Total score: 84%
Source: FPT shop

Positive: Excellent cameras; nice display; big screen; good price.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 07/27/2021
Source: Zing

Positive: Stylish design; great built quality; powerful hardware; high performance; excellent cameras.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 05/27/2021
Source: Danviet

Positive: Modern design; excellent display; big screen; nice gaming performance; decent quad cameras; large battery capacity; quick charging.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 04/19/2021
Source: The Gioididong

Positive: Impressive battery life; attractive design; great built quality; decent hardware.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 04/05/2021
Source: Cell Phones

Positive: Big screen; nice cameras; decent hardware; large battery capacity; quick charging.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 04/04/2021
Source: The Gioididong

Positive: Large battery capacity; nice gaming performance; beautiful display.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 03/28/2021
Source: Zing

Positive: Excellent cameras; good price; waterproof.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 03/25/2021
Source: Zing

Positive: Good price; waterproof and dust avoiding; nice display; decent cameras.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 03/24/2021
Source: The Gioididong

Positive: Powerful hardware; excellent cameras; long battery life; stylish design; good price.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 03/23/2021
Source: FPT shop

Positive: Modern design; excellent display; high performance; great cameras; large battery capacity; waterproof IP67.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 03/19/2021
Source: Cell Phones

Positive: Modern design; great built quality; decent cameras; nice display.
Hands-On, online available, Medium, Date: 03/19/2021
Source: Cell Phones

Positive: Big screen; nice display; large battery capacity; quick charging; great quad cameras; attractive price.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 03/17/2021
Source: Jagat Review

Positive: Impressive battery life; attractive design; good price.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 03/31/2021
Source: Tek.no

Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 04/18/2021
Rating: Total score: 65%
Source: Mobil.se

Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 04/08/2021
Rating: Total score: 74%
Source: Arena IT

Positive: Big screen; beautiful display; high autonomy; great speakers; waterproof IP67; headphone jack; quick charging.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 09/01/2021
Source: Computerblog.ro

Positive: High performance; great autonomy; nice cameras; attractive price. Negative: Poor display; mediocre design.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 07/05/2021
Comment
Qualcomm Adreno 618: Integrated (in the Snapdragon 730) graphics card based on the Adreno 600 architecture. Supports DirectX11_1, Vulkan 1.0, OpenCL 2.0, OpenGL ES 3.2.
Only some 3D games with very low demands are playable with these cards.
» Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Graphics Cards and the corresponding Benchmark List.
SD 720G: Fast mid-range ARM SoC with 8 CPU Kryo 465 cores (two fast ARM Cortex-A76 cores at up to 2.3 GHz and six small ARM Cortex-A55 cores at up to 1.8 GHz) and a fast X15 LTE modem (up to 800 Mbit download). The SoC is manufactured in the modern 8 nm process.» Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Processsors.
6.70":
Only a few smartphones have larger screens.
Large display-sizes allow higher resolutions. So, details like letters are bigger. On the other hand, the power consumption is lower with small screen diagonals and the devices are smaller, more lightweight and cheaper.
0.203 kg:
This weight is typical for smartphones.
Samsung: The Samsung Group is composed of numerous international businesses, all united under the Samsung brand in South Korea. The meaning of the Korean word Samsung is "tristar" or "three stars". The Samsung brand is one of the most important brands of South Korea. Samsung is an international notebook manufacturer of medium size according market shares and reviews.
In 2015 and 2016, Samsung had a market share of around 24-25% in the global smartphone market and was undisputed market leader. In the laptop sector, Samsung is on the 8th place in the global manufacturer rankings from 2014-2016 with 1.7-2.7%.
In 2016 Samsung slipped into a crisis due to exploding smartphone batteries and a failed recall action.
80.49%: This rating should be considered to be average. This is because the proportion of notebooks which have a higher rating is approximately equal to the proportion which have a lower rating.
» Further information can be found in our Notebook Purchase Guide.