Galaxy A27 5G vs Galaxy A57 5G
It depends
Too close to call outright
These two are within 3 points overall, so it depends on you: keep phones for years → Galaxy A27 5G (supported until Jul 2032); want maximum speed → Galaxy A57 5G (Samsung Exynos 1680).
Value Score: Galaxy A27 5G 69 · Galaxy A57 5G 66 — methodology
Who should pick which
Beyond the scores — our take on each phone and the buyer it actually suits.
The Galaxy A27 5G is Samsung's newest sub-$350 all-rounder, pairing a Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 and a 120Hz Super AMOLED with a full six years of OS and security updates that keep it safe into 2032.
Pick it if
- ✓ Long-term budget buyers
- ✓ US shoppers wanting cheap 5G
Skip it if
- ✗ You want fast charging or a strong ultra-wide
- ✗ You need a submersible IP68 rating
The Galaxy A57 5G brings 45W charging, an IP68 rating, and Samsung's 6-year update promise to the mid-range, undercutting the flagship-adjacent Galaxy S25 FE on value.
Pick it if
- ✓ Budget buyers who want flagship-grade update longevity
- ✓ Buyers prioritizing durability (IP68, Victus+) over raw performance
Skip it if
- ✗ You want the fastest mid-range chipset for gaming
- ✗ You need Wi-Fi 7 or the latest Bluetooth standard
The lifespan decider
When specs are close, support length decides it — this is what each phone costs per month of safe use.
Category by category
Both displays are effectively the same class.
The Galaxy A57 5G's Samsung Exynos 1680 is simply the faster chip.
The Galaxy A57 5G has the stronger camera system (2 real rear lenses vs 1).
Battery capacities are close enough not to decide this.
The Galaxy A27 5G is supported until Jul 2032 — 3 months longer than the Galaxy A57 5G.
Pound for pound, these two are equally good deals.
Frequently asked
When will the Galaxy A27 5G stop getting security updates?
Samsung guarantees six years of security patches from the July 2026 global launch, so protection runs to roughly July 2032. It also gets six major Android OS upgrades, meaning it should reach Android 22. That is one of the longest support windows you can buy at $349.
Is the Galaxy A27 5G worth buying in 2026?
For buyers who value longevity over raw specs, yes. The Snapdragon 6 Gen 3, 120Hz AMOLED and six-year update promise mean it stays secure and usable for the better part of a decade, which works out to well under $5 per month of safe use. Bargain hunters chasing fast charging or a better ultra-wide will find flashier rivals, but few match its support.
How long will the Galaxy A57 5G receive updates?
Samsung guarantees six years of Android OS upgrades and six years of security patches for the A57 5G, launched April 2026. That puts end-of-support around April 2032 — matching Samsung's A5x-series promise and beating most Android rivals at this price.
Is the Galaxy A57 5G better value than the Galaxy S25 FE?
For most buyers, yes on longevity-per-dollar: the A57 costs roughly half as much and still gets six years of updates, though the S25 FE has a faster Snapdragon chipset, better cameras, and one extra guaranteed update year.
Full spec table
| Spec | Galaxy A27 5G | Galaxy A57 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Price (street) | $349 | $500 |
| Display | 6.7-inch FHD+ Super AMOLED, 120Hz, 800 nits | 6.7-inch Super AMOLED+, 1080x2340, 120Hz |
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 | Samsung Exynos 1680 |
| RAM | 6GB/8GB | 8GB/12GB |
| Storage | 128GB/256GB | 128GB/256GB/512GB |
| Battery | 5,000 mAh | 5,000 mAh |
| Charging | 25W wired | 45W wired |
| Rear cameras | 50MP main (OIS), 5MP ultra-wide, 2MP macro | 50MP main, 12MP ultra-wide, 5MP macro |
| Dimensions | 162.4 × 78.2 × 7.8 mm | 161.4 × 77.4 × 6.9 mm |
| Weight | 200 g | 179 g |
| Water resistance | IP64 | IP68 |
| Supported until | Jul 2032 | Apr 2032 |
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