Samsung Galaxy M53 5G vs Samsung Galaxy A73 5G: Which is better?

Samsung Galaxy M53 5G vs Samsung Galaxy A73 5G: The Galaxy A73 5G is water-resistant but the Galaxy M53 5G is not. These two smartphones are the latest mid-range devices from Samsung. In this article, we’ll outline the differences and similarities between these two smartphones. We aim to help you make a better purchasing decision.

While at the bottom of this article, there will be the verdict segment that will guide you on which is better for you. So make sure to read to the end.

Galaxy A73 5G vs Galaxy M53 5G Specs

Specs	Galaxy A73 5G	Galaxy M53 5G
Display	6.7-inch, 120Hz	6.7-inch, 120Hz
RAM	6/8GB	6GB
Storage	128/256GB	128GB
Back Camera	108 + 8 + 5 + 5MP	108 + 8 + 2 + 2MP
Front Camera	32MP	32MP
Chipset	Snapdragon 778G 5G	Dimensity 900 5G
Software	Android 12	Android 12
Battery	5,000mAh (25W)	5,000mAh (25W)
IP Rating	IP67	NO

Display & Durability

These two smartphones have similar designs. Both devices have a dot in the display that houses the selfie camera. Also, they both have 6.7″-inch FHD+ super AMOLED displays which are bright and colour accurate, alongside a 120Hz refresh rate support.

However, when it comes to durability, the Samsung Galaxy A73 5G is superior. It is water and dust resistant, unlike the Galaxy M53 5G.

Camera

Samsung Galaxy A73 5G comes with a 108MP OIS main cam, alongside a 12MP ultra-wide, a 5MP depth sensor, and a 5MP macro lens. Upfront is a 32MP selfie camera. While Galaxy M53 5G has a quad-camera: 108MP main cam, 8MP ultrawide, and a 2MP macro lens and 2MP depth sensor. The Samsung Galaxy M53 5G lacks optical image stabilisation (OIS), so it falls behind the A73 5G when it comes to the camera.

Overall, both smartphones have good cameras. But with the presence of OIS on the Galaxy A73 5G, mean it will take a crisper image than the M53 5G in an unsteady situation. Although the rear and front cameras on both devices can record video in 4k resolution.

Performance | Storage | RAM | 5G

Samsung Galaxy M53 5G vs Samsung Galaxy A73 5G are both 5G enabled. The Galaxy M53 5G is powered by Mediatek Dimensity 900 5G chipset paired with 6 GB RAM and 128 GB storage. While the Galaxy A73 5G is paired with Snapdragon 778G 5G chip. The performance of the Samsung Galaxy A73 5G is superior.

Software

Samsung has improved the software plan for its devices, by extending the update to 4 years. Thus, both devices run Android 12 out of the box with 4 years of major Android updates in view and 5 years of security patches.

Battery

Samsung Galaxy A73 5G and the Galaxy A53 5G, both have a 5,000 mAh battery capacity with a 25W fast charge. Neither of these two devices has a charger in the retail box. So you’ll have to make provision for that by yourself.

Samsung Galaxy M53 5G vs Samsung Galaxy A73 5G: Price

Samsung Galaxy A73 5G price with 6/128 GB configuration starts at $560, while the Samsung Galaxy M53 5G with a similar configuration is cheaper with a starting price of about $450.

Buy Galaxy A73 5G and Galaxy M53 5G

Galaxy A73 5G	Price	Galaxy M53 5G	Price
N/A	$560	N/A	$460

Samsung Galaxy M53 5G vs Samsung Galaxy A73 5G: Verdict

The Samsung Galaxy A73 5G is better than the M53 5G. While both share some similarities, in areas such as camera, performance, and durability, the Galaxy A73 is better. Thus, if I’m to score these two smartphones by percentage. I’ll score the Galaxy A73 5G (54%) while the Samsung Galaxy M53 5G gets (46%). For further enquires: contact me on Twitter (@maii_hd)