Samsung Galaxy A72
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Pros and Cons
Strengths and weaknesses at a glance.
Why choose
- 3x Optical Zoom
- Large 5000 mAh Battery
- IP67 Water Resistance
- 90Hz Super AMOLED
- Memory Card Slot
- Stereo Speakers
What to consider
- No 5G
- Aging Processor
- Plastic Body
- Slow Charging
- Software Support Ending
Detailed Technical Info
Hardware and features in detail.
- Screen size
- 6.7 inches
- Resolution
- 1080 x 2400 pixels
- Display type
- Super AMOLED
- Refresh rate
- 90Hz
- Max brightness
- 800 nits (HBM)
- Screen protection
- Corning Gorilla Glass 5
Display
- Screen size
- 6.7 inches
- Resolution
- 1080 x 2400 pixels
- Display type
- Super AMOLED
- Refresh rate
- 90Hz
- Max brightness
- 800 nits (HBM)
- Screen protection
- Corning Gorilla Glass 5
Performance
- Processor
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G (8nm)
- CPU cores
- 8-core (2x2.3 GHz Kryo 465 Gold & 6x1.8 GHz Kryo 465 Silver)
- GPU
- Adreno 618
- RAM
- 6GB/8GB LPDDR4X
- AnTuTu score
- 340000 (v9)
Camera
- Main camera
- 64 MP, f/1.8, 26mm (wide), PDAF, OIS
- Ultra-wide
- 12 MP, f/2.2, 123˚
- Telephoto
- 8 MP, f/2.4, PDAF, OIS, 3x optical zoom
- Front camera
- 32 MP, f/2.2, 26mm
- Video
- 4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps
Battery
- Capacity
- 5000 mAh
- Charging speed
- 25W wired
- Wireless charging
- No
- Battery life
- Up to 2 days of normal use
Connectivity
- 5G
- No
- Wi-Fi
- Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
- Bluetooth
- 5.0
- NFC
- Yes
- USB
- USB Type-C 2.0, OTG
Body & Dimensions
- Dimensions
- 165 x 77.4 x 8.4 mm
- Weight
- 203 grams
- Materials
- Plastic frame and plastic back
- Water resistance
- IP67 (1m 30 min)
Condition Classes
All devices are fully tested and working.
Above Average (C+)
from 153,2 €
Visible scratches and signs of wear on the body. The screen may have a few deeper scratches. Battery at least 80%.
Acceptable (C)
from 128,8 €
Clearly visible signs of use. Best price.
Model characteristics
Common issues that may occur with Samsung Galaxy A72.
Phantom touches on the screen
ModerateSoftware bug in the screen panel or static electricity.
Back panel peeling off
MinorAdhesive fatigue due to heat or humidity.
Camera app lag
ModerateLimitations of the Snapdragon 720G processor in processing 64MP data.
Slow fingerprint sensor
MinorLimitations of optical sensor technology.
Repairs and Parts7/10 iFixit / Samsung Official
Battery Replacement
The back cover is glued, but being plastic makes it safer to remove than glass models.
Screen Replacement
Screen replacement requires transferring most components to a new frame.
Charging Port Repair
The charging port is on a separate daughterboard, making it easy to replace.
Spare parts are widely available due to the model's popularity.
Environmental Impact
Buying a used device saves valuable resources.
CO₂ Saved
48 kg CO2e
Water Saved
11500 liters
E-Waste Avoided
203 grams
Reused
89%
Recycled
11%
Methodology: Fraunhofer Institute / Refurbed.com calculation model (2025)
Who Is This For?
This device is especially well-suited for these users.
Budget Photography Enthusiast
A user who wants to take good photos without paying a flagship price.
- 3x optical zoom for portraits
- Good 64MP main camera
- Large screen for photo editing
Elderly User
Someone who needs a large and clear screen and a reliable battery.
- Large 6.7-inch display
- Very long battery life
- 3.5mm jack for old headphones
Teenager's First Phone
A durable and affordable device for a school child.
- IP67 water resistance protects against accidents
- Affordable price on the second-hand market
- Good for social media thanks to a good front camera
Network Compatibility
Supported frequencies and carriers.
LithuaniaYour country
Estonia
Finland
Latvia
The device does not support 5G networks. In 2026, 4G speeds will be sufficient for normal use, but not for large downloads.
Comparisons With Other Models
How this model differs from the competition.
The A73 offers 5G and a faster processor, but the A72 is the only one with a true 3x optical zoom lens for portraits.
| Feature | Galaxy A72 | Galaxy A73 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Network | 4G LTE | 5G |
| Camera Zoom | 3x Optical | Digital |
| Screen Refresh Rate | 90Hz | 120Hz |
Xiaomi offers a better screen (120Hz), but Samsung has better software stability, water resistance (IP67), and optical zoom.
| Feature | Galaxy A72 | Redmi Note 10 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Water Resistance | IP67 | IP53 |
| Display | 90Hz Super AMOLED | 120Hz AMOLED |
| Telephoto Lens | Yes (8MP) | No |
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