SAMSUNG
SAMSUNG Galaxy A53 5G SM-A536U 128GB 6GB RAM 6.5" Black US Cellular Mint
A 5G smartphone with a 6.5" 120Hz Super AMOLED display, 128GB storage, 64MP quad camera and 5000mAh battery
- TypeNetwork Locked
- Technology5G
- Mobile Frequencies850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - GSM
- Data transferLTE
- Compatible Carrier & ServiceUS Cellular
- Form FactorSmart Phones
- 5" Super AMOLED 120Hz display delivers silky-smooth scrolling
- 64MP quad rear camera with OIS captures sharp, steady photos
- 5000 mAh battery powers all-day use on a single charge
- Exynos octa-core processor handles heavy multitasking with ease
- 32MP front camera produces detailed selfies for video calls
Mid-range 5G smartphone for US Cellular
The Samsung Galaxy A53 5G SM-A536U is a network-locked device built for US Cellular subscribers who want 5G connectivity without a contract. It ships new in black with 128 GB storage and 6 GB RAM. A single Nano SIM slot handles service.
Sustained multitasking on Exynos octa-core
The 5 nm octa-core processor manages heavy workloads across eight cores rather than relying on short bursts. RAM Plus analyses usage patterns to allocate virtual memory when physical RAM fills, keeping background apps active during extended sessions. A 5000 mAh Li-Po battery supplies the energy reserve for all-day operation.
Super AMOLED display with quad-camera array
The 6.5 inch FHD+ Super AMOLED panel reaches 800 nits brightness and runs at 120 Hz for smooth scrolling and reduced blue light. Rear optics combine a 64 MP f/1.8 wide lens with OIS, a 12 MP 123° ultrawide, a 5 MP macro and a 5 MP depth sensor. The 32 MP front camera handles selfies and video calls.
Highlights
- 5" Super AMOLED 120Hz display delivers silky-smooth scrolling
- 64MP quad rear camera with OIS captures sharp, steady photos
- 5000 mAh battery powers all-day use on a single charge
- Exynos octa-core processor handles heavy multitasking with ease
- 32MP front camera produces detailed selfies for video calls
Specifications
| Brand | Samsung |
|---|---|
| Series | Samsung Galaxy A |
| Model | Samsung Galaxy A53 5G |
| Part Number | SM-A536U |
| Type | Network Locked |
| Technology | 5G |
| Mobile Frequencies | 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - GSM |
| Data transfer | LTE |
| Compatible Carrier & Service | US Cellular |
| Form Factor | Smart Phones |
| Color | Black |
| SIM Card | Single SIM Card |
| SIM Card Type | Nano SIM |
| Touch Screen | Yes |
| Main Display Size | 6.5" |
| Main Display Format | Super AMOLED |
| Main Display Resolution | 1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio |
| Rear Camera | Quad 64 MP + 12 MP + 5 MP + 5 MP |
| Flash | LED |
| Auto Focus | f/1.8, 26mm (wide), 1/1.7X", 0.8µm, PDAF, OIS f/2.2, 123° (ultrawide), 1.12µm (macro) Auxiliary lens |
| HD Video Capture | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps; gyro-EIS |
| Front-Facing Camera | 32 MP |
| Operating System | Android 12 |
| System Chip | Exynos 1280 (5 nm) |
| Processor | Octa-core (2x2.4 GHz Cortex-A78 & 6x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55) |
| Processor Core | Octa-core |
| RAM | 6GB |
| Storage | 128GB |
| Expansion Slot Type | microSDXC |
| Connectivity | 2G, 3G, 4G, 5G, Bluetooth, Dual-Band, Galileo, Glonass, GPS, GSM, LTE, USB Type-C, Wi-Fi |
| Wi-Fi Support | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Bluetooth Support | Bluetooth v5.1 |
| Other Connection | NFC |
| Battery Type | Li-Po |
| Battery Capacity | 5000mAh |
| Charging | 25W wired |
| GPS Integrated | Yes |
| Additional Function | Wi-Fi/GPS/NFC |
| Features | Accelerometer, Ambient Light Sensor, AMOLED Display, Bluetooth Enabled, Camera, Fingerprint Sensor, Front Camera, Geomagnetic sensor, Geotagging, GPRS, GPS, Nano SIM, NFC Connectivity, Pressure Sensor, Proximity Sensor, Quad Rear Camera, Rear Camera, Touch Screen, Wi-Fi Capable |
| Dimensions (H x W x D) | 159.6 x 74.8 x 8.1 mm (6.28 x 2.94 x 0.32 in) |
| Weight | 189 g (6.67 oz) |
| 3G | 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 - HSDPA |
| 4G | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 12, 14, 20, 29, 30, 38, 39, 40, 41, 46, 48, 66 |
Questions about this item
How loud or warm does the Exynos octa-core processor get during all-day 5G use on the 5000 mAh battery?
The 5 nm Exynos octa-core processor paired with a 5000 mAh Li-Po battery is designed for sustained 5G performance; thermal throttling only activates under extreme loads, keeping surface temperatures comfortable for extended sessions.
What existing SIM card and carrier account does the buyer need for this US Cellular-locked SM-A536U?
An active US Cellular postpaid or prepaid account and a nano-SIM card are required; the phone ships locked to US Cellular and will not accept other carriers without an unlock request.
Will my older USB-A chargers and micro-SD cards work with this Galaxy A53 5G?
The device uses USB-C for charging and data; legacy USB-A chargers need a USB-C cable or adapter. Micro-SD cards up to 1 TB are supported via the hybrid SIM tray, so existing cards remain usable.
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