Samsung seems to have stepped up a new landmark challenge with the launch of the Samsung Galaxy A73 5G. The company’s latest run of cheap Android devices as an alternative to her flagship ones includes the new Galaxy A73 5G that was unveiled by the company at its latest Unpacked launch event. There’s no doubt the phone sports many noticeable upgrades without much hike in price.
One of the major changes of the device is the adoption of super-thin bezels which gives the Galaxy A73 5G more flagship look. There’s a punch hole at the top middle for the placement of the front sensor that looks similar to that of Galaxy A52s. The Galaxy A73 5G features a 6.7-inch Super AMOLED display with an HD+ resolution, but this time a disappointing 90Hz refresh rate.
The Samsung Galaxy A73 5G was launched as an iterative update to the Galaxy A72 unveiled last year. Similar to last year’s models, the newly released Galaxy A73 5G is targeted at younger fans who want an alternative to the company’s pricey top-end phones. There’s no doubt the new Galaxy A73 5G is a good investment for anyone who wants a smooth Samsung device. Here’s everything we know about the latest Galaxy device and its current price in the US and Nigeria.
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Samsung Galaxy A73 5G Key Specifications
- Display: 6.7-inch Super AMOLED, 120Hz
- Resolution: 1080 x 2400 pixels
- Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G
- Front Camera: 32-megapixel
- Rear Camera: 108-megapixel + 8-megapixel + 12-megapixel + 2-megapixel
- RAM: 6GB /8GB
- Storage: 128GB /256GB
- Battery Capacity: 5000mAh
- OS: Android 12, One UI 4.0
Design and Display
There’s no substantial upgrade on the Galaxy A73 5G design which is probably done to keep the price low. The phone’s wide range of colour selection gives it a pleasant look. There’s a plastic back finish just like its which is quite disappointing as we expected to see something more flagship. However, the Galaxy A73 5G weight is average as it’s neither too heavy nor too light.
A notable feature that was debuted on the Galaxy A72 that we love to have on this year’s model is IP67 rated water and dust protection. This is a feature that many midrange devices lack even though they’re very susceptible to water accidents. This official IP rating will protect the phone in 1m depth water for up to 30 minutes.
The Samsung Galaxy A73 5G features a 6.7-inch Super AMOLED display with about a 120Hz refresh rate. Although this is a feature we’ve been seeing on many Samsung mid-range devices, it’s still a good thing they retained it on the Galaxy A73 5G. However, a little bit of upgrade could have been more appreciated.
There’s a relatively thin bezel that’s been rounded up by a 2400 x 1080 resolution with 394PPI pixel density. The Super AMOLED panel on the Samsung Galaxy A73 5G gives the phone a rich black colour gamut that’s a pleasure to look at.
The overall display quality of this phone is excellent, thanks to its vivid and natural colour reproduction that makes the display a dream to watch movies or play games on. For security, there’s an under-display fingerprint sensor which is very accurate and a thing to brag about. The phone also features a facial identification that’s faster than the optical fingerprint sensor.
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Samsung Galaxy A73 5G: Cameras
One of the reasons we love Samsung devices is how near, attractive, and organized their camera bumps are. The Galaxy A73 5G has a sophisticated camera lens that fits the design pattern of the phone.
Apart from the nice looks, the Samsung Galaxy A73 5G is graced by some notable camera lens improvements. Just like other A-series, there’s a quad-camera setup headed by a 108MP main shooter which is accompanied by an 8MP telephoto lens, two additional 12MP ultra-wide shooters, and a 2MP macro lens. Upfront is an amazing 32MP sensor that takes care of the selfie camera.
As expected, photos taken with the Galaxy A73 5G are superb with great details and a good dynamic range. The main camera’s Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) helps in producing bright and sharp images in poor lighting conditions. Aside from that, the phone comes with interesting camera features including AR Emoji, 4k Video Snap, etc.
For video, you can shoot 4k videos at 30fps and 1080p at either 30 or 60fps. During video recording, you can decide to switch between the standard and ultra-wide camera to get the best shots.
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Performance and Software
The Samsung Galaxy A73 5G comes with a top-notch Snapdragon 750 5G chip, a slight upgrade over last year’s Snapdragon 720G on the A72. The upgraded chipset brings about a small increase in CPU speed. For gaming, the processor doesn’t waste time in loading heavy RAM games and they run smoothly which is quite good for a phone of this price.
When it comes to storage, you’ve plenty of space starting from the base 128GB and the support of a microSD card. Also, there’s an 8GB RAM which guarantees smooth performance on your everyday usage.
The Galaxy A73 5G is among the new Samsung phones to debut with the latest Google Android 12 alongside the company’s One UI 4.0 interface. The new Samsung UI offers a lot of customizations and settings which allows you to tweak the phone to your choice.
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Battery Capacity
The Galaxy A73 5G comes with a huge 5000mAh battery tank for what Samsung calls a two-day battery life. Although constant gaming and streaming videos online drain the battery faster, but you’re covered with the Galaxy A73 5G big battery life.
On top of the big battery is a 25W fast charger that powers the phone from 0 to 100% within 30 minutes. This is a good feature for those who lack constant power supply or are always engaged on long business trips.
Samsung Galaxy A73 5G: Price and Availability
- Price in Nigeria: ₦280,000
- Price in the US: $485
The Galaxy A73 5G had its global launch on March 17, 2022, and would be available in unrestricted countries worldwide. The phone will be available for purchase in Nigeria and the US after one week of global release.
The Samsung Galaxy A73 5G is confirmed to be on sale at ₦280,000 ($485) for the 8GB of RAM with a 128GB inbuilt storage variant. With this price tag, the Galaxy A73 5G levels against OnePlus 9, Xiaomi 12, etc.
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Samsung Galaxy A73 5G Full Specifications
General
- Brand: Samsung
- Model: Galaxy A73 5G
- Release Date: March 17, 2022
- Operating System: Android 12, One UI 4.0
- Weight: 181g
- Colours: —
Display
- Touchscreen: YES
- Type: Super AMOLED
- Display Size: 6.7-inches, 120Hz
- Screen Resolution: 1080 x 2400 pixels
- Dimensions: 76.1 x 163.7 x 7.6mm
- Facelock Support: YES
- In-display fingerprint scanner: Yes
- Sensors: Fingerprint (under-display)
Platform
- Chipset: Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G
- CPU: Octa-core
- GPU: —
Memory
- RAM: 6GB /8GB
- Inbuilt Storage: 128GB /256GB
- SD Card slot: Yes (up to 1TB)
Camera
- Rear Flash: Dual-LED Flashlight
- Rear Camera: 108-megapixel + 8-megapixel + 12-megapixel + 2-megapixel
- Video: 4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps; gyro-EIS
- Front Camera: 32-megapixel
- Front Flash: —
Connectivity
- Wi-Fi: YES
- Bluetooth: 5.0
- USB: MicroUSB-C 3.1
- GPS: YES
- WLAN: YES
Network
- SIM: (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by)
- Technology: GSM | HSPA | LTE
- 3G Support: Yes
- 4G/ LTE Support: Yes
- 5G Support: Yes
Battery
- Capacity: Li-Po 5000mAh, non-removable
- Fast Charge: 25W
Price
- Price in Nigeria: ₦280,000
- Price in Dollar: $485
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