| Name | Fairphone 4 | Samsung Galaxy A52 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Image |  |
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| MSRP | $579 | $499.99 |
| Released | Sep 2021 | Mar 2021 |
| Availability | Discontinued | Discontinued |
| Check price: | Amazon | Amazon |
| Operating system | ||
| Operating system (OS) | Android 11 | Android 11 |
| Latest OS update? | Android 13 | Android 14 |
| Display specifications | ||
| Display type | IPS LCD | AMOLED |
| Display size (inch) | 6.3″ | 6.5″ |
| Resolution (H×W) | 2340×1080 | 2400×1080 |
| Aspect ratio (H:W) | 19.5:9 | 20:9 |
| Pixel density (PPI) | 409 PPI | 407 PPI |
| HDR support (types) | ❌ | HDR10+ |
| Refresh rate (max) | 60 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Hardware | ||
| Chipset | Snapdragon 750G 5G | Snapdragon 750G 5G |
| GPU | Adreno 619 | Adreno 619 |
| CPU cores | 8-core | 8-core |
| CPU clock speed (max) | 2.2 GHz | 2.2 GHz |
| RAM options (GB) | 6 GB | 8 GB | 6 GB | 8 GB |
| Memory options (GB) | 128 | 256 | 128 | 256 |
| Memory card slot? (microSD) | ✔ | ✔ |
| Main camera layout | ||
| Primary (wide) | 48 MP | 64 MP |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 12 MP |
| Telephoto | ❌ | ❌ |
| Optical zoom | ❌ | ❌ |
| Other cameras (macro/depth) | ToF 3D | 5 MP macro, 5 MP depth |
| Main camera features | ||
| Photo HDR? | ✔ | ✔ |
| Video HDR? | ❌ | ❌ |
| 8K video? | ❌ | ❌ |
| 4K video? | ❌ | 30 fps |
| 1080p video? | 30/60 fps | 30/60 fps |
| Other resolutions? | ❌ | 720p@240 fps |
| Selfie-camera layout | ||
| Primary | 25 MP wide | 32 MP wide |
| Secondary | ❌ | ❌ |
| Selfie-camera features | ||
| Face recognition? | ❌ | Face unlock |
| Selfie photo HDR? | ✔ | ✔ |
| 4K selfie video? | ❌ | 30 fps |
| 1080p selfie video? | 30 fps | 30 fps |
| Other resolutions? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Connectivity | ||
| SIM type? (physical) | Nano | Nano |
| Dual SIM? (card slots) | ❌ | ✔ |
| eSIM? | ✔ | ❌ |
| Cellular networks | 5G | 5G |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 | Wi-Fi 5 |
| Bluetooth | 5.1 | 5.0 |
| NFC? | ✔ | ✔ |
| Charging & data port | USB-C 3.0 | USB-C 2.0 |
| Battery, power & charging | ||
| Battery capacity (3.7V) | 3905 mAh | 4500 mAh |
| Wired charging speed? | 20 W | 25 W |
| Wireless charging? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Reverse wireless charging? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Audio | ||
| Speakers | 1.0 (mono) | 2.0 (stereo) |
| 3.5 mm AUX out port? | ❌ | ✔ |
| Build & materials | ||
| IP-Code | IP54 | IP67 |
| Screen material | Gorilla Glass 5 | Gorilla Glass 5 |
| Frame material | Aluminum | Plastic |
| Back material | Plastic | Plastic |
| Layout & design | ||
| Selfie camera placement? | Notch | Punch hole |
| Fingerprint sensor? | Side-mounted | Under display |
| Special design features? | Modular; replace battery, cams, ports, speaker | - |
| Color options: | Gray, Green, Speckled Green | Black, White, Violet, Blue |
| Size & weight | ||
| Size (cm H×W×D): | 16.20×7.55×1.05 | 15.99×7.51×0.84 |
| Size (inch H×W×D): | 6.38×2.97×0.41 | 6.30×2.96×0.33 |
| Weight (gram): | 225 | 189 |
| Weight (oz): | 7.94 | 6.67 |
| In the box | ||
| Cables? | ❌ | USB-A to C |
| Charger? | ❌ | USB-A |
| Adapters? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Other | ❌ | SIM tool |
| More info | ||
| Model numbers | FP4 | SM-A526 |
| User guide / manual | Quick start guide | User guide |
| Official site link: | Fairphone.com | Page discontinued |
| Check price & reviews | ||
| See price and reviews: | Amazon | Amazon |
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