Samsung Galaxy A53 vs Samsung Galaxy A33

The Samsung Galaxy A53 5G has 3 cameras and a depth sensor with which you can take good and sharp photos. The 64MP standard camera has optical image stabilization. You don't see that often in smartphone in this price range. This way, you won't have as many blurry photos, so they're sharper. In addition to the standard camera, the A53 has a wide-angle lens and macro lens.

The standard camera of the Samsung Galaxy A33 5G has optical image stabilization. You can take sharp photos during the day that aren't blurry. In addition, the 3 cameras and the depth sensor of the A33 is less advanced than that of the A53. All cameras have fewer megapixels and the image sensor is smaller. This way, you'll see less details in your photos. Especially in low light do you see less color and detail than with the A53.

With the 6.5-inch screen, the Galaxy A53 is a large device. This way, it's difficult to control it with 1 hand. The bezels around the screen are thin. This way, the smartphone isn't much bigger than 6.5 inches. On the Full HD screen, you can see many details and bright colors. The screen refreshes 120 times per second, so movements and animations look smooth. You can watch your favorite movies and series comfortably.

The Galaxy A33 has the same size as the A53, but is has a smaller 6.4-inch screen. That means the bezels around the screen of the A33 are a bit thicker. You can see a lot of details, on the Full HD screen, but the colors are less bright than with the A53. The screen of the A33 refreshes 90 times per second. As a result, movements and animations look generally more smooth.

The Galaxy A53 and the Galaxy A33 were both released in March 2022. The A53 runs on the Android 12 operating system. Samsung expects 4 Android updates for this smartphone. You'll also get security updates until March 2027. This way, you can safely use your smartphone for a long time. The A53 is a very future-proof smartphone with this update policy.

The Galaxy A33 also runs on Android 12 when you buy it. Samsung guarantees 2 more Android updates for this device. That's 2 fewer than for the A53. You'll get security updates until March 2025. The A33 lasts less long than the A53 in terms of security. This makes the A33 less future-proof.

For the average user, the Samsung A53 is a suitable choice. Thanks to the Samsung Exynos processor and 6GB RAM, the A53 smoothly runs medium demanding apps like YouTube, Netflix, and social media. The device does struggle with demanding image editing apps and 3D games. You can smoothly switch between apps as well. The Samsung A53 is available in versions with 128 or 156GB storage.

The Samsung Galaxy A33 doesn't differ a lot from the A53 in terms of speed. This smartphone is also suitable for average use. It has the same Exynos processor and 6GB RAM. This smartphone can easily run social media and light games like Candy Crush. It can slow down with demanding apps or programs. The A33 is only available with 128GB storage. Isn't that enough? Place an external memory card in the device of at most 1TB.

The Samsung Galaxy A53 had a large 5000mAh battery. With average use, this battery lasts the whole day. Samsung doesn't include a charger with this device. You can fully charge your A53 in a bit over an hour with the separately sold Samsung 25W fast charger. The Samsung Galaxy A53 isn't suitable for wireless charging.

In terms of battery capacity and charging, the A52 and A33 don't differ a lot. The Samsung Galaxy A33 also has a 5000mAh battery capacity. This battery easily lasts the whole day with average use. Samsung also doesn't include a charger with this device, so you can buy the Samsung 25W fast charger separately. With this charger, you can fully charge the A33 in a bit more than an hour. You can't charge the A33 wirelessly.