Samsung Galaxy A72 The Samsung Galaxy A72 is a capable mid-range device, powered by the Qualcomm SM7125 Snapdragon 720G (8 nm) that comfortably covers most everyday use cases, with a 5,000 mAh battery for solid all-day use (2021).
2021 · Mid-range · Android 11 ⓘ Grades compare this device against others in its own market segment (Flagship), not against every device on the site.
⚡ Quick Specs
Size 6.7" · 165 x 77.4 x 8.4 mm (6.50 x 3.05 x 0.33 in)
Chipset Qualcomm SM7125 Snapdragon 720G (8 nm)
RAM 6GB | 8GB
Storage 128GB | 256GB
Main Camera 64 MP · LED flash
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✓︎ Pros
✓ Long 5,000 mAh battery, easily lasts a full day
✓ Smooth Qualcomm SM7125 Snapdragon 720G (8 nm) for daily use and light gaming
✓ 64 MP main camera for sharp photos
✓ 6.7" OLED/AMOLED display with deep blacks and vibrant colours
✓ 3.5mm headphone jack for wired audio without adapters
⚙️ Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm SM7125 Snapdragon 720G (8 nm)
Mid-range — handles daily tasks well
CPU
Octa-core (2x2.3 GHz Kryo 465 Gold & 6x1.8 GHz Kryo 465 Silver)
OS
Android 11, upgradable to Android 12, One UI 4.1
RAM
6GB | 8GB
Fine for everyday apps
💻 Display
Sharpness
394 ppi
Sharp and comfortable to read
Panel
Super AMOLED, 90Hz, 800 nits (HBM)
OLED: perfect blacks, vivid colours, power-efficient
📷 Camera
Main Camera
64 MP
Good detail in daylight conditions
Main Video
4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps; gyro-EIS
🔋 Battery
Capacity
5,000 mAh
Solid day-to-day battery life
📱 Design & Build
Weight
203g
On the heavier side — noticeable in pocket
Dimensions
165 x 77.4 x 8.4 mm (6.50 x 3.05 x 0.33 in)
Build
Glass front (Gorilla Glass 5), plastic frame, plastic back
SIM
· Nano-SIM · Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Colors
Awesome Black, Awesome White, Awesome Violet, Awesome Blue
Sensors
Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, compass
📶 Network
2G Bands
GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G Bands
HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100
📡 Connectivity
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
NFC
Yes (market/region dependent)
GPS
GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS
🔊 Sound
Loudspeaker
Yes, with stereo speakers
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Does the Samsung Galaxy A72 support 5G?› No, the Samsung Galaxy A72 does not support 5G — it supports GSM / HSPA / LTE.
Does the Samsung Galaxy A72 have NFC?› Yes, the Samsung Galaxy A72 has NFC for contactless payments and pairing.
Does the Samsung Galaxy A72 support wireless charging?› No, the Samsung Galaxy A72 charges via cable only — no wireless charging.
Does the Samsung Galaxy A72 support fast charging?› Yes, up to 25W (25W wired).
Is the Samsung Galaxy A72 waterproof? What is the IP rating?› The Samsung Galaxy A72 is rated IP67 — IP67 dust/water resistant (up to 1m for 30 min).
Does the Samsung Galaxy A72 have expandable storage?› Yes, the Samsung Galaxy A72 supports microSDXC expandable storage.
Does the Samsung Galaxy A72 support dual SIM?› The Samsung Galaxy A72 SIM configuration: · Nano-SIM · Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM.
Does the Samsung Galaxy A72 have a headphone jack?› Yes, the Samsung Galaxy A72 has a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Does the Samsung Galaxy A72 have stereo speakers?› Yes, the Samsung Galaxy A72 has stereo speakers.
What Android version does the Samsung Galaxy A72 ship with?› The Samsung Galaxy A72 ships with Android 11, upgradable to Android 12, One UI 4.1.
What type of USB port does the Samsung Galaxy A72 use?› The Samsung Galaxy A72 uses USB Type-C 2.0, OTG.
Does the Samsung Galaxy A72 support Wi-Fi 7?› The Samsung Galaxy A72 supports Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct.
Does the Samsung Galaxy A72 support Bluetooth LE Audio?› The Samsung Galaxy A72 has 5.0, A2DP, LE.
