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Samsung Galaxy A36 5G

Samsung Galaxy A36 5G is a 6.7-inch 5G smartphone with the Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 chip, a 50 MP main camera and a 5,000 mAh battery. It launched in India in March 2025.

In short

Samsung Galaxy A36 5G is a phone from Samsung, released March 2025. From ₹24,499 in India across 2 sellers. Its Comparezi Score is 35.2 out of 100, ranked #220 of 347 phones. Key specifications: display size 6.7", processor Snapdragon 6 Gen 3, RAM 8 GB. Among phones here it fits best for long software support.

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Display size
6.7"
Processor
Snapdragon 6 Gen 3
RAM
8 GB
Main camera
50 MP
Battery
5,000 mAh

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Comparezi Score

How the 35.2 was computed

Methodology v1 →
FactorThis productPosition in categoryPoints
RAM 8 GB
43%
7.1
5G Yes has it 5.6
Refresh rate 120 Hz
57%
5.1
Battery 5,000 mAh
18%
4.0
Main camera 50 MP
22%
3.6
Weight 195 g
62%
3.4
Charging speed 45 W
32%
2.5
Storage 128 GB
20%
2.2
Display size 6.7"
30%
1.7

Each factor is placed between the lowest and highest value in Phones (0-100 %), multiplied by its weight, and summed. It is a computed figure, not a rating, and never uses reviews.

Pros

  • IP67 dust and water resistance
  • 6 years of security updates promised

Cons

  • Smaller battery (5,000 mAh) than most phones on Comparezi

Who should buy it

  • Best for Long software support · What matters most? (pick any) #30 of 368 phones for this

Full specifications

Display

Display size 6.7"
Display type AMOLED
Resolution 1080 x 2340 (FHD+)
Refresh rate 120 Hz
Peak brightness 1,200 nits

Performance

Processor Snapdragon 6 Gen 3
RAM 8 GB
Storage 128 GB
Memory options 8 GB + 128 GB, 8 GB + 256 GB, 12 GB + 256 GB

Camera

Main camera 50 MP
Ultra-wide camera 8 MP
Front camera 12 MP

Battery

Battery 5,000 mAh
Charging speed 45 W

Software

Operating system Android
Software Android 15, One UI 7
OS updates promised 6
OS updates counted in Upgrades
Security updates promised 6 years

Build

Weight 195 g
5G Yes
Water resistance IP67
SIM Dual SIM (Nano-SIM; SIM 1 + SIM 2)
Colours Awesome Black, Awesome Lavender, Awesome White, Awesome Lime, Awesome Sapphire Blue, Awesome Emerald Green

About the Galaxy A36 5G

Samsung Galaxy A36 5G is a 6.7-inch 5G smartphone with the Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 chip, a 50 MP main camera and a 5,000 mAh battery. It launched in India in March 2025. It is one of 41 Samsung phones and 368 phones compared on Comparezi.

Samsung Galaxy A36 5G at a glance

  • Display: 6.7-inch AMOLED, 120 Hz
  • Processor: Snapdragon 6 Gen 3
  • Memory: 8 GB + 128 GB, 8 GB + 256 GB, 12 GB + 256 GB
  • Cameras: a 50 MP main, 8 MP ultra-wide rear camera system and a 12 MP front camera
  • Battery: 5,000 mAh, 45 W wired charging
  • Software (as listed): Android 15, One UI 7
  • Updates: 6 OS upgrades and 6 years of security updates
  • Water and dust: IP67
  • Weight: 195 g

Display

The Samsung Galaxy A36 5G has a 6.7-inch AMOLED screen with a resolution of 1080 x 2340 (FHD+). It refreshes at up to 120 Hz. Samsung quotes a peak brightness of 1,200 nits. Brands measure peak brightness in different ways (full screen, a small bright area, high brightness mode), so Comparezi does not rank phones on this figure.

Performance and memory

It runs on the Snapdragon 6 Gen 3. Memory options: 8 GB + 128 GB, 8 GB + 256 GB, 12 GB + 256 GB.

Cameras

The main camera has a 50 MP sensor. An 8 MP ultra-wide camera covers wider scenes. The front camera is 12 MP.

Battery and charging

The battery is rated at 5,000 mAh. Wired charging is rated at up to 45 W.

Software and updates

Samsung lists its software as Android 15, One UI 7. Samsung promises 6 OS upgrades and 6 years of security updates.

Design and durability

It weighs 195 g, lighter than 59 % of the 343 phones Comparezi has this figure for. It is rated IP67: dust-tight and protected against temporary immersion. It supports 5G. SIM: Dual SIM (Nano-SIM; SIM 1 + SIM 2). Colours: Awesome Black, Awesome Lavender, Awesome White, Awesome Lime, Awesome Sapphire Blue, Awesome Emerald Green.

Who should buy the Samsung Galaxy A36 5G

On its published specifications, the Samsung Galaxy A36 5G suits buyers who prioritise long software support (6 years of security updates).

Strengths

  • IP67 dust and water resistance
  • 6 years of security updates promised

Trade-offs

  • Smaller battery (5,000 mAh) than most phones on Comparezi

How the Samsung Galaxy A36 5G compares

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Specifications from Samsung's official product page (www.samsung.com), checked 12 October 2026. Specifications the manufacturer does not publish are left blank rather than estimated. Percentages compare published figures only; see how Comparezi compares phones.

Newer or higher models

Galaxy A37 5G Samsung ₹46,999 Score 33

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Questions

Galaxy A36 5G FAQs

The Snapdragon 6 Gen 3.

5,000 mAh, with up to 45 W wired charging.

It is water-resistant, not waterproof. The Samsung Galaxy A36 5G is rated IP67: dust-tight and protected against temporary immersion.

6 OS upgrades and 6 years of security updates, as promised by Samsung.

A 50 MP main, 8 MP ultra-wide rear camera system and a 12 MP front camera.

6.7 inches (AMOLED), with up to 120 Hz refresh rate.

8 GB + 128 GB, 8 GB + 256 GB, 12 GB + 256 GB.

In March 2025.

Awesome Black, Awesome Lavender, Awesome White, Awesome Lime, Awesome Sapphire Blue and Awesome Emerald Green.

Battery 5,000 mAh on the Samsung Galaxy A36 5G vs 5,500 mAh on the vivo Y29 5G. Comparezi has a full side-by-side comparison of the two.

Data sources

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  • Manufacturer official pages

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