Samsung A52 and Xiaomi Poco X3 Pro - which smartphone is better?

Phone cases are made of plastic. Not surprising considering the price range. They leave a pleasant tactile sensation, do not slip, do not creak. At a minimum, you can feel the difference with $100 phones. Let's move on to external differences.

From the side of the user, Poco X3 draws attention to itself, if we look at the phones from behind. The non-standard design of the camera block contrasts with the usual arrangement in Samsung. And a little charm on the back thanks to the large POCO logo. But this is not for everyone, someone will consider this style bad manners.

Getting under the pouring rain, you will be more calm about the safety of the Korean with its waterproofness. Following the declared standards, Xiaomi has dust protection and can withstand water drops at 60 degrees (this is an order of magnitude steeper than vertical ones). Samsung boasts the ability to survive immersion for 30 minutes in water and maximum "armor" from dust.

Although the sizes are almost the same, a different weight category is felt in the hand. The Korean in your pocket feels lighter than a fellow compared to Xiaomi. The location of the scanner is a matter of personal convenience and preference. Therefore, an unbiased comparative analysis is inappropriate.In the table you will see which model is located where.

In a comparative analysis, two opposing screen types collided: the maximum contrast AMOLED in the Samsung A52 vs IPS with a higher hertz in the Xiaomi Poco X3 Pro.

The table below summarizes the main characteristics for comparison. Only the resolution is the same. Samsung has the best display in terms of image quality. Whatever one may say, but this is their forte. Suffice it to recall the matrices of TVs from this manufacturer.

The Chinese, on the other hand, is taking the lead in terms of frequency, protection and size of the working area. If Samsung has to withstand a fall from a height of 1.6 meters (in 80% of cases), then Xiaomi can be dropped from 3.2 meters. But all these are laboratory experiments that are far from real life. In practice, it all depends on your handling of the phone, the presence and size of scratches, cracks.

As for the screen refresh rate, try to go to the hardware store and compare the models with the 90 and 120 Hz setting. Noticed the difference? Then this feature is critical for you. Otherwise, focus on the more important nuances for you.

It's time to do a post-mortem autopsy on the phones.If girls prefer to choose by design and matching color to their purse, then the guys climb into the comparison of the technical characteristics of the chips. Therefore, we will analyze it so that it also becomes clear to beginners. The table summarizes the main parameters of the hardware.

In terms of processor power, the Chinese Xiaomi is gaining more points. This is higher memory bandwidth, performance, frequency, and a smaller transistor size. In order not to upset Samsung fans, the Snapdragon 720G is 10 months younger, and the graphics frequency will be 10 percent higher. The RAM sets are similar. Only Koreans have an additional option with 4 GB. The type and frequency of the chips are identical.

Physical memory (ROM) is the same in terms of volume: you can purchase a phone with 128 or 256 GB to install your favorite toys. But there is one caveat. The type of drive differs, in fact, by a whole generation. UFS 3.1 is faster than version 2.1. That is, the speed of reading and writing to the hard disk will differ by about 3 times. It is clear that the user is not visible to the naked eye. But run a heavy game or 4K movie, you will notice the difference in storage type.

When comparing the performance of devices using test programs (Antutu, Geekbench, 3DMark), Xiaomi is ahead of its Korean rival by at least 60% on all fronts.

As the comparison table columns show, the interfaces of both phones are similar. A significant difference is the presence of an infrared port in Xiaomi. It is useful for those users who have “smart” technology without Wi-Fi: it replaces the TV remote control and controls the air conditioner or camera. Unfortunately, the infrared port is used only near household appliances. If your electric kettle supports control via Wi-Fi, then this module is useless.

Headphones from the Chinese and Koreans are connected via a 3.5 mm output. Both have stereo speakers and FM radio. Samsung has a significant advantage in the presence of Dolby Atmos technology. The so-called surround sound, an effective track enhancer for object-oriented sound. Music lovers will understand and appreciate.

Samsung dealt with Xiaomi like a baby. As they say: "I tore a heating pad like Tuzik." Photographers will immediately tell you that the number of megapixels is not an indicator of a professional camera. But in this case, even the numbers prevail, not counting the quality of the equipment itself.

The Poco X3 simply rolled back when compared to its predecessors. Still, the Pro version focused on the hertz of the screen, the latest processor. But she could not keep the lovers of photography.

Samsung A52 immediately stood out with optical stabilization. And this is +10 to karma for active Instagram users. More and better megapixels, wide-angle and macro cameras are on top. The front camera now shoots 4K video. For a mid-range phone, these figures are encouraging. Sorry Poco, but you're knocked out.

Let's move on to the strong side of the Chinese. More powerful battery, faster charging, and the adapter in the kit immediately goes to the maximum. At the same time, a high hertz rate does not affect the autonomy of work (praise of adaptability). On all counts, among the declared figures there is a big and bold plus sign. But for fast charging, Samsung will have to buy a separate adapter. Although, just an option for the forgetful: one unit at work, and at home there is a fast charger.

Now about the interesting nuances. Despite the significant difference in battery capacity, the autonomy of both smartphones is about the same. This is where Samsung's Amoled display and Xiaomi's more voracious processor contribute. You can compare interesting statistics on the results of the autonomy test in the table. This proves that more is not always longer.

And a few words about the ambiguity of the situation. In the case of the Chinese, there is hope that each subsequent firmware will improve battery life.Then, not only in numbers, but in reality, he will gain the maximum advantage over his Korean brother. So far, there is a gap, but not as big as we would like.

Given the value for money, Samsung and Xiaomi models are popular with buyers. Therefore, there are enough reviews and reviews for these phones. Let's start with the negative.

Buyers on Yandex.Market are most often unhappy that the Samsung case is made of plastic (therefore it seems flimsy) and there is no basic case in the kit. Size and screen niggles are popular, although such shortcomings are "slightly" strange (how do you propose to fit 6.5 inches into the dimensions of a 5-inch for ease of use with one hand?). The assertion that 4 GB of RAM is not enough for this model seems to be argued, the device starts to blunt. Xiaomi has enough negative sides. They also note excessive dimensions (no doubt, because the camera block protrudes, a powerful battery gives weight). The glass heats up and the firmware blunts.

Samsung A52 users are delighted with the quality of photos and the screen (how else can it be with Samsung's super-Amoled display). Nice design and processor snapdragon are also frequently mentioned.The advantages of Xiaomi are difficult to surpass: a powerful processor and memory capacity will satisfy the needs of demanding users for the next three years. Fast charging will not force you to sit near the outlet (the device is equipped immediately with the maximum adapter for this model). The sound quality and camera for everyday needs are excellent. The packaging of the box also pleased buyers.

Obviously, the phones have won on their strengths as opposed to the competitor. Samsung pleases fans of photography, and Xiaomi satisfies the needs of gamers. I think that here our "experimental" are approximately on a par. If we take polls among forums and chats as a basis, then the choice of the people falls on the Poco X3 Pro. There are an order of magnitude more followers of the Chinese. As a result, with a small margin, the representative of Xiaomi is knocked out as a leader.

The tabular data speaks for itself: the prices differ by 25%. The difference is small, but the Korean can compete for a place in your pocket. Firstly, a high-quality display cannot cost a penny. And that immediately adds value. Secondly, you pay extra for security: Samsung's protection against dust and moisture is an order of magnitude higher. Thirdly, no one canceled the cheat for the brand name. Although this factor is applicable for any product: if the manufacturer has won a part of the market, then the price tag is increased by "the cost of depreciation of recognizable engraved letters."

Now a few words about the pricing of Xiaomi. The Chinese brand saves on advertising. Cheap (compared to Samsung or Apple) launches on social networks and rare presentations do not hit the budget.So the markup is minimal. The net income of the company from each phone sold is kept at the border of 5%. That's the difference when you pay a minuscule amount for a brand. The manufacturer's strategy is to take the quantity of goods sold. But be prepared that for a low price you pay with your own nerves ... when viewing ads in applications. Borrowed design, predominantly online trading and other factors contribute to Xiaomi's low price. The logical question is, if you are satisfied with the technical characteristics of the devices, then why overpay for brands?

In summary, it turns out quite a philosophical answer. Focusing on performance, you will save on price by purchasing Xiaomi Poco X3 Pro. If you need the best display and camera, then opt for the Korean Samsung A52.

It turns out that we are comparing different things. After all, you will not offer a trucker a convertible for transportation. So it is with smartphones. Therefore, first set your own priorities, choose the main purpose of the phone in your hands. Then, according to the requirements, you purchase the device. Because these two models turned out to be equivalent, each has its own strengths and weaknesses.