Sting Newz Tech Desk:
Samsung has officially launched the Galaxy A36 5G, positioning it as one of the most powerful and value-packed mid-range smartphones of 2025. Announced on March 2, 2025, and released globally on March 10, the device combines premium build quality, a vibrant AMOLED display, a strong camera setup, and a long-lasting battery — all at an accessible price.
Premium Build and Display
The Galaxy A36 5G arrives with a sleek body measuring 162.9 × 78.2 × 7.4 mm and weighing 195g. It features a Gorilla Glass Victus+ front and back, a plastic frame, and IP67 dust/water resistance, making it durable for everyday use.
Samsung has equipped the phone with a stunning 6.7-inch Super AMOLED 120Hz display, offering up to 1900 nits peak brightness and Corning Gorilla Glass Victus+ protection. The phone supports a 1080×2340 pixel resolution and 385 ppi density, ensuring crisp visuals and smooth performance.
Performance and Software
Powered by the Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 (4nm) chipset, the A36 5G features an octa-core CPU and Adreno 710 GPU, delivering great performance for multitasking, gaming, and daily use.
It ships with Android 15 and Samsung’s One UI 7, with a promise of six major Android upgrades, making it one of the longest-supported phones in its segment.
The device offers multiple storage variants:
- 128GB / 6GB RAM
- 128GB / 8GB RAM
- 256GB / 6GB RAM
- 256GB / 8GB RAM
- 256GB / 12GB RAM
All models use UFS 2.2 storage. There is no microSD card slot.
Camera: Triple-Lens Versatility
On the rear, the phone sports a 50MP wide camera with OIS, an 8MP ultrawide lens, and a 5MP macro sensor. The device supports 4K video at 30fps and gyro-EIS for stabilization.
The 12MP selfie camera also supports 4K recording and 10-bit HDR, a rare feature in this price segment.
Battery & Charging
Samsung includes a solid 5000mAh battery with 45W fast charging, delivering:
- 66% charge in 30 minutes
- 100% in 68 minutes
Testing shows impressive endurance:
- 41:28 hours overall battery life
- 11:38 hours active use score
Connectivity & Features
The Galaxy A36 5G supports:
- Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.4, GPS/GALILEO/GLONASS
- NFC (market dependent)
- USB-C 2.0 with OTG
- Stereo speakers
- In-display fingerprint sensor
However, there’s no 3.5mm headphone jack or FM radio.
Price & Availability
The Samsung A36 5G is available in Lavender, Black, White, and Lime, with the following pricing:
- ₹28,898 (India)
- $359.99 (USA)
- £224.00 (UK)
- €212.44 (EU)
Performance Benchmarks
- AnTuTu v10: 613,492
- GeekBench v6: 2917
- 3DMark Wild Life Extreme: 912
Durability & Repairability
- Free fall: Class C (90 falls)
- Energy label: Class C
- Repairability: Class C
