*Image simulated.
**Colour availability may vary depending on country or carrier.
***Galaxy A72 is rated as IP67. Based on test conditions for submersion in up to 1 meter of freshwater for up to 30 minutes. Please refer to user manual for further information including how to properly care for your device.
Highlights
High resolution camera with 30x Space Zoom
Water resistant, rated IP67
2-Day Battery
Eye Comfort Shield
Features
Awesome screen, real smooth scrolling
Supersize your view with the immersive 6.7-inch Infinity-O Display. An FHD+ Super AMOLED display, it hits 800 nits¹ for clarity even in bright daylight. Plus, Eye Comfort Shield² lowers blue light, and Real Smooth keeps the view smooth, whether you're gaming or scrolling.
*Images simulated for illustration purposes.
**Measured diagonally, the screen size is 6.7" in the full rectangle and 6.6" accounting for the rounded corners. Actual viewable area is less due to the rounded corners and the camera hole.
1. In case the adaptive brightness is set ‘On’ in the setting. When the display is exposed to over 20,000 lux as recognised by the brightness sensor of the phone, such as under environments with lots of ambient light or direct sunlight, it may increase up to 800nits brightness. The brightness values measured by the sensor may differ depending on the angle of light.
2. Galaxy A72 (SM-A725)'s display received Eye Care Certification by SGS based on its ability to reduce the harmful effects of blue light. This certification can be found on https://www.sgs.com.
Setting a new standard for stunning design
Behold the comfortable, sleek curves on Galaxy A72's seamless design. The minimal camera housing blends in with the matte finish on the rear for an iconic, almost unibody look. Express your style with four trendsetting colours: Awesome Violet, Awesome Black and Awesome Blue.
Setting a new standard for stunning design
Behold the comfortable, sleek curves on Galaxy A72's seamless design. The minimal camera housing blends in with the matte finish on the rear for an iconic, almost unibody look. Express your style with four trendsetting colours: Awesome Violet, Awesome Black and Awesome Blue.
Setting a new standard for stunning design
Behold the comfortable, sleek curves on Galaxy A72's seamless design. The minimal camera housing blends in with the matte finish on the rear for an iconic, almost unibody look. Express your style with four trendsetting colours: Awesome Violet, Awesome Black and Awesome Blue.
- *Colour availability may vary by country or carrier.
- *Colour availability may vary by country or carrier.
- *Colour availability may vary by country or carrier.
Awesome camera, always sharp and steady
Go ultra high-res on the 64MP Main Camera with OIS for crisp, clear photos throughout the day. Expand the viewing angle with Ultra Wide Camera. And zoom to new distances with 3x optical zoom and 30X Space Zoom on the Telephoto Camera with OIS.
*OIS : Optical Image Stabilisation
**30X Space Zoom includes digital zoom, which may cause some image deterioration.
Capture details even in low light with OIS
Say bye to blurry photos and videos. OIS (Optical Image Stabilisation) helps stabilise your shots to keep motion smooth and stills crisp — even when it's low light. The camera pulls in more light to brighten up your low light shots.
*Images simulated for illustration purposes.
Pro-quality photos from three perspectives
Start with the 12MP Ultra Wide Camera and expand your field of vision to 123˚ for shots that truly capture it all. Crop down with the 64MP Wide Angle Camera, or zoom in for beautifully steady close-ups on its 3x optical zoom 8MP Telephoto Camera.
Pro-quality photos from three perspectives
Start with the 12MP Ultra Wide Camera and expand your field of vision to 123˚ for shots that truly capture it all. Crop down with the 64MP Wide Angle Camera, or zoom in for beautifully steady close-ups on its 3x optical zoom 8MP Telephoto Camera.
Pro-quality photos from three perspectives
Start with the 12MP Ultra Wide Camera and expand your field of vision to 123˚ for shots that truly capture it all. Crop down with the 64MP Wide Angle Camera, or zoom in for beautifully steady close-ups on its 3x optical zoom 8MP Telephoto Camera.
- *Images simulated for illustration purposes.
**Ultra wide experience (photo/video) is supported for rear camera only. - *Images simulated for illustration purposes.
**Ultra wide experience (photo/video) is supported for rear camera only. - *Images simulated for illustration purposes.
**Ultra wide experience (photo/video) is supported for rear camera only.
Macro Camera pays attention to the tiny details
Get in close with the 5MP Macro Camera and bring out the ultra-fine details in your picture. It applies natural bokeh effect to your pictures, allowing your subject to stand out from the background.
*Images simulated for illustration purposes.
**Macro Camera feature supported for rear camera only.
*Images simulated for illustration purposes.
**Macro Camera feature supported for rear camera only.
High-resolution Front Camera, superstar selfies
Galaxy A72's 32MP front camera snaps clear, high-resolution selfies throughout the day. And with bokeh effect to gently blur the background, your face becomes the star.
*Images simulated for illustration purposes.
*Images simulated for illustration purposes.
Now water resistant
Rated IP67 for water and dust resistance, this phone stands up to 1.0 meters of water for up to 30 minutes.1
1. Galaxy A72 is rated IP67 for submersion in up to 1 meter of fresh water for up to 30 minutes. Please refer to user manual for further information including how to properly care for your device.
1. Galaxy A72 is rated IP67 for submersion in up to 1 meter of fresh water for up to 30 minutes. Please refer to user manual for further information including how to properly care for your device.
Surround sound in the palm of your hand
With two speakers — one on top, one at the bottom — you can get a stereo audio experience without earphones. Take movie night or your favourite games to the next level with cinematic sound that immerses you in the scene.
Awesome battery, lasts up to two days¹
The 5,000mAh (typical)² battery gives you more time to do what you love—streaming, sharing, gaming and more. AI power management detects and adjusts to your mobile usage habits for long-lasting power. And with up to 25W of Super Fast Charging, Galaxy A72 gets back to full power, quickly.
1. Estimated against the usage profile of an average/typical user Independently assessed by Strategy Analytics between 2021.01.20-01.31 in UK with pre release versions of SM-A725, SM-A525, SM-A526, SM-A325, SM-A326 under default setting using LTE and 5G Sub6 networks (NOT tested under 5G mmWave network). Actual battery life varies by network environment, features and apps used, frequency of calls and messages, number of times charged, and many other factors. 25W Super Fast Charger and type C to type C cable included. Please see user manual for instructions on how to care for the battery and achieve optimum battery life.
2. Typical value tested under third-party laboratory condition. Typical value is the estimated average value considering the deviation in battery capacity among the battery samples tested under IEC 61960 standard. Rated (minimum) capacity is 4,860mAh. Actual battery life may vary depending on network environment, usage patterns and other factors.
Awesome performance to do more at once
Whether you're focused on one task or multiple tasks at once, Galaxy A72 delivers a big boost in performance thanks to an advanced Octa-core processor and up to 8GB of RAM. Store more and delete less with 256GB internal storage. If that's not enough, add up to 1TB with microSD card.
*RAM and internal memory capacity may vary by country. Actual storage available may vary depending on pre-installed software.
**MicroSD card sold separately.
Game Booster gives you the edge
Maximise performance with Game Booster. Cut distractions and up your game with a dedicated interface and easy-to-reach menu. Frame Booster gives graphics smooth, life-like motion. And play at your best as Game Booster learns your usage patterns to optimise battery, temperature and memory.
*Device and screen images simulated for illustration purposes.
**Game Booster compatibility may vary by game.
Protect what matters to you
Built into the phone's hardware and software from the start, Samsung Knox is designed to protect your phone from the minute it's turned on. Offering multi-layered security, it can defend your most sensitive information from malware and malicious threats.
*Trustzone-based Integrity Measurement Architecture.
Secure with a simple touch
The Galaxy A72 on-screen fingerprint sensor recognises your unique fingerprint, allowing you an easy and secure way to unlock your phone. And with Samsung Pass biometric authentication services, your fingerprint provides a faster, safer authentication method for app and website login.
*Web log-in feature of Samsung Pass is only available in Samsung Internet.
**Compatibility and availability of Samsung Pass functions and features may vary depending on apps.
*Web log-in feature of Samsung Pass is only available in Samsung Internet.
**Compatibility and availability of Samsung Pass functions and features may vary depending on apps.
Optimised for your ease
Enjoy smooth motion and a delightful design on One UI. Optimised for any screen size, it lets you focus on what matters in a comfortable and intuitive way. One UI lets you customise your phone to suit your tastes and fully enjoy your comfortable Galaxy experience.
*Availability of One UI features, apps and services may vary depending on device, OS version and country.
**Device and screen image simulated for illustration purposes.
*Availability of One UI features, apps and services may vary depending on device, OS version and country.
**Device and screen image simulated for illustration purposes.
An awesome Android™ experience, always
Get the latest Google apps on Android OS, fully supported on your Galaxy A72.
*Availability of Google apps may vary depending on country or language.
**Google, Android, Google Play, YouTube and other marks are trademarks of Google LLC.
*Availability of Google apps may vary depending on country or language.
**Google, Android, Google Play, YouTube and other marks are trademarks of Google LLC.
Use Galaxy Buds Pro to level up your Galaxy A72 experience
*Galaxy Buds Pro sold separately.
Find your Galaxy Buds Pro easily with SmartThings Find
*All devices must be registered with SmartThings to receive smart notifications. Requires Samsung Account login, connection to Wi-Fi or data network and configuration settings in the SmartThings Find app.
*All devices must be registered with SmartThings to receive smart notifications. Requires Samsung Account login, connection to Wi-Fi or data network and configuration settings in the SmartThings Find app.
Always at your Service, wherever, whenever
Enjoy peace of mind when you choose to buy a Galaxy smartphone. The Interactive diagnostics and optimization on Samsung Members app makes it easy to tune up the performance of your devices, while our helpline lets you troubleshoot problems when you need the extra assistance.
*The available functions and features for Samsung Members app may vary by country and device.
**Device and screen images simulated for illustrative purposes.
Specifications
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Processor
2.3GHz, 1.8GHz
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Weight (g)
203
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Audio Playback Time (Hours)
Up to 146
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CPU Speed
2.3GHz, 1.8GHz
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CPU Type
Octa-Core
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Size (Main_Display)
169.5mm (6.7" full rectangle) / 166.4mm (6.6" rounded corners)
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Resolution (Main Display)
1080 x 2400 (FHD+)
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Technology (Main Display)
Super AMOLED
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Colour Depth (Main Display)
16M
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Rear Camera - Resolution (Multiple)
64.0 MP + 12.0 MP + 8.0 MP + 5.0 MP
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Rear Camera - F Number (Multiple)
F1.8 , F2.2 , F2.4 , F2.4
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Rear Camera - Auto Focus
Yes
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Rear Camera - OIS
Yes
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Rear Camera - Zoom
Optical Zoom at 3x , Digital Zoom up to 30x
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Front Camera - Resolution
32.0 MP
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Front Camera - F Number
F2.2
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Front Camera - Auto Focus
No
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Front Camera - OIS
No
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Rear Camera - Flash
Yes
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Front Camera - Flash
No
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Video Recording Resolution
UHD 4K (3840 x 2160)@30fps
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Slow Motion
240fps @HD
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Memory_(GB)
8
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Storage (GB)
256
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Available Storage (GB)
220.6
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External Storage Support
MicroSD (Up to 1TB)
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SIM size
Nano-SIM (4FF)
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Infra
2G GSM, 3G WCDMA, 4G LTE FDD, 4G LTE TDD
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2G GSM
GSM850, GSM900, DCS1800, PCS1900
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3G UMTS
B1(2100), B2(1900), B4(AWS), B5(850), B8(900)
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4G FDD LTE
B1(2100), B2(1900), B3(1800), B4(AWS), B5(850), B7(2600), B8(900), B12(700), B17(700), B20(800), B26(850), B28(700), B32(1500), B66(AWS-3)
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4G TDD LTE
B38(2600), B40(2300), B41(2500)
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USB Interface
USB Type-C
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USB Version
USB 2.0
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Location Technology
GPS, Glonass, Beidou, Galileo
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Earjack
3.5mm Stereo
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MHL
No
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Wi-Fi
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac 2.4G+5GHz, VHT80
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Wi-Fi Direct
Yes
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Bluetooth Version
Bluetooth v5.0
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NFC
Yes
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PC Sync.
Smart Switch (PC version)
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Android
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Form Factor
Touchscreen Bar
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Accelerometer, Fingerprint Sensor, Gyro Sensor, Geomagnetic Sensor, Hall Sensor, Light Sensor, Virtual Proximity Sensing
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Dimension (HxWxD, mm)
165.0 x 77.4 x 8.4
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Weight (g)
203
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Internet Usage Time(LTE) (Hours)
Up to 19
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Internet Usage Time(Wi-Fi) (Hours)
Up to 20
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Video Playback Time (Hours)
Up to 23
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Battery Capacity (mAh, Typical)
5000
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Removable
No
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Audio Playback Time (Hours)
Up to 146
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Talk Time (4G LTE) (Hours)
Up to 40
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Stereo Support
Yes
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Video Playing Format
MP4, M4V, 3GP, 3G2, AVI, FLV, MKV, WEBM
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Video Playing Resolution
UHD 4K (3840 x 2160)@30fps
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Audio Playing Format
MP3, M4A, 3GA, AAC, OGG, OGA, WAV, AMR, AWB, FLAC, MID, MIDI, XMF, MXMF, IMY, RTTTL, RTX, OTA
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Gear Support
Galaxy Buds Pro, Galaxy Buds Live, Galaxy Buds+, Galaxy Buds, Galaxy Fit2, Galaxy Fit e, Galaxy Fit, Galaxy Watch3, Galaxy Watch, Galaxy Watch Active2, Galaxy Watch Active, Gear Fit2 Pro, Gear Fit2, Gear Sport, Gear S3, Gear S2, Gear IconX (2018)
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Samsung DeX Support
No
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Mobile TV
No
User manual & downloads
FAQs
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