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Samsung Galaxy A36 5G (8GB + 256GB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£250RAM capacity:8 GBInternal storage:256 GBScreen size:6.7 inchesMain camera megapixels:50 MP & 8 MP & 5 MP

Samsung Galaxy A36 5G (8GB + 256GB) Review: Compare 197 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartphones category and whether it is worth buying.

Samsung Galaxy A36 5G (8GB + 256GB)
7.0/10

Overall score

Score
7.0/ 10
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What it is
An overall evaluation of the smartphone's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best smartphones on the market.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 59% of models
Score components

90%

6.7

Technical score

10%

9.0

User score

â–²Better than 59% of smartphones
7.6

Value for money

Value for money
7.6/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 66% of models
Score components

70%

7.0

Overall score

30%

9.2

Price

â–²Better than 66%
6.7

Technical score

Technical score
6.7/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 54% of models
Score components

25%

6.2

Performance & Hardware

18%

6.5

Camera

15%

7.6

Display

15%

6.3

Battery

10%

7.6

Software

10%

7.4

Connectivity

4%

4.7

Audio

3%

7.5

Design

â–²Better than 54%
9.0

User score

User score
9.0/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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★ Better than 92% of models
Score components

70%

8.9

User ratings

30%

9.3

Number of reviews

Based on 1,201 buyer reviews from online shops.
Read buyer reviews on Amazon →
How we calculate this
User ratings – average star rating across all shop listings, weighted by how many reviews each has, on a 1–10 scale.
Number of reviews – how many buyer reviews the product has, on a logarithmic scale; the 8% most-reviewed models in the category get 10.
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Technical Specifications of smartphone Samsung Galaxy A36 5G (8GB + 256GB)

Technical score
Technical score
6.7/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 54% of models
Score components:

25%

6.2

Performance & Hardware

18%

6.5

Camera

15%

7.6

Display

15%

6.3

Battery

10%

7.6

Software

10%

7.4

Connectivity

4%

4.7

Audio

3%

7.5

Design

6.7
User score
User score
9.0/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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★ Better than 92% of models
Score components

70%

8.9

User ratings

30%

9.3

Number of reviews

Based on 1,201 buyer reviews from online shops.
Read buyer reviews on Amazon →
How we calculate this
User ratings – average star rating across all shop listings, weighted by how many reviews each has, on a 1–10 scale.
Number of reviews – how many buyer reviews the product has, on a logarithmic scale; the 8% most-reviewed models in the category get 10.
9.0
Popularity
Popularity
9.3/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the smartphone.
When it matters
When you prefer to purchase a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 89% of models
Popularity:
Samsung Galaxy A36 5G (8GB + 256GB) has a popularity of 9.3 points, which is higher than 88.6% of smartphones.
9.3
Value for money
Value for money
7.6/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 66% of models
Score components:

70%

7.0

Overall score

30%

9.2

Price

7.6
Brand name
Samsung
Processor model
Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 3
This smartphone uses the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 processor model which is slower than processors in 50.2% of smartphones and equal to processors in 0.3% of smartphones.
RAM capacity
8 GB
Market range: <4 GB – >16 GB
This smartphone has a RAM capacity of 8 GB which is larger than the RAM capacity of 28.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 30.4% of smartphones.
Internal storage
256 GB
Market range: <64 GB – >512 GB
This smartphone has an internal storage capacity of 256 GB which is larger than the storage of 38.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 38.3% of smartphones.
CPU boost clock speed
2.4 GHz
Market range: <2 GHz – >3.3 GHz
The CPU boost clock speed of this smartphone is 2.4 GHz which is higher than the boost speed of 36.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 13.4% of smartphones.
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Operating system
Android
This smartphone uses the Android operating system, which outperforms that of 1%.
Android 15
Android version
Android 15
This smartphone runs Android version Android 15 which is newer than that found in 70.6% of smartphones and equal to that in 25.1% of smartphones.
Direct OS updates
no
This smartphone does not receive direct OS updates. 20.6% of smartphones receive direct updates.
Open-source OS
yes
This smartphone uses an open-source OS. 94.6% of smartphones use an open-source OS.
Dark mode
yes
This smartphone offers dark mode. 95.8% of smartphones support this feature.
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Multi-lens main camera
yes
This smartphone includes a multi-lens main camera system. 93.7% of smartphones include multi-lens setups.
Main camera megapixels
50 MP & 8 MP & 5 MP
Market range: <10 – >100
This smartphone has a main camera resolution of 50 MP & 8 MP & 5 MP which is higher than that of 56.9% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
Main camera aperture
f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4
This smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 which is wider than that of 53.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 10.7% of smartphones.
Main camera sensor area
32 mm²
Market range: <19.7 mm² – >71.4 mm²
This smartphone has a main camera sensor area of 32 mm² which is larger than the main camera sensor area of 42.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 8.2% of smartphones.
Main camera pixel size
0.8 µm
Market range: <0.64 µm – >1.22 µm
This smartphone has a main camera pixel size of 0.8 µm which is larger than in 35.5% of smartphones and equal to the size in 21.9% of smartphones.
1.6 binned
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Number of SIM slots
2
Market range: <1 – >6
This smartphone has 2 SIM slots, which is more than in 3.8% of smartphones and equal to the number in 96.1% of smartphones.
Cellular module
yes
This smartphone includes a cellular module. 100% of smartphones include cellular modules.
5G connectivity
yes
This smartphone supports 5G connectivity. 66.9% of smartphones support 5G.
LTE support
yes
This smartphone supports LTE. 99.7% of smartphones include LTE connectivity.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This smartphone supports Wi-Fi connectivity. 100% of smartphones offer Wi-Fi support.
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Screen size
6.7 inches
Market range: <6.3 inches – >6.82 inches
This smartphone has a screen size of 6.7 inches which is larger than the screens of 52.2% of smartphones and equal to those of 10.1% of smartphones.
Screen resolution
1080x 2340 px
This smartphone has a screen resolution of 1080x2340 px which is lower than that of 68.4% of smartphones and equal to that of 6.1% of smartphones.
Pixel density
385 ppi
Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
This smartphone has a pixel density of 385 ppi which is lower than that of 72.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.7% of smartphones.
Display type
OLED/AMOLED
This smartphone uses a OLED/AMOLED display type. 58.6% of smartphones use this display technology.
Refresh rate
120 Hz
Market range: <60 Hz – >144 Hz
This smartphone supports a refresh rate of 120 Hz which is higher than in 34.7% of smartphones and equal to that in 55.2% of smartphones.
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Battery capacity
5,000 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
This smartphone has a battery capacity of 5,000 mAh which is larger than the batteries in 28.3% of smartphones and equal to those in 28.8% of smartphones.
Charging speed
45 W
Market range: <15 W – >90 W
This smartphone supports charging speeds of 45 W which is faster than in 57.1% of smartphones and equal to speeds in 6.6% of smartphones.
Fast charging
yes
This smartphone supports fast charging. 93.1% of smartphones support fast charging.
GSMArena full wired charge time
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Wireless charging
no
This smartphone does not support wireless charging. 25.2% of smartphones support wireless charging.
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Stereo speakers
yes
This smartphone includes stereo speakers. 64.4% of smartphones provide stereo audio.
3.5 mm headphone jack
no
This smartphone does not include a 3.5 mm headphone jack. 45.5% of smartphones offer this port.
Number of microphones
3
Market range: <1 – >3
This smartphone includes 3 microphones, which is more than in 77.2% of smartphones and equal to the number in 19.7% of smartphones.
FM radio
no
This smartphone does not include an FM radio. 34.2% of smartphones offer FM radio functionality.
aptX Lossless
no
This smartphone does not support aptX Lossless. 12.9% of smartphones provide aptX Lossless.
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Height
162.9 mm
Market range: <156.2 mm – >171.56 mm
This smartphone has a height of 162.9 mm which is shorter than 59.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.4% of smartphones.
Width
78.2 mm
Market range: <73.1 mm – >81 mm
This smartphone has a width of 78.2 mm which is wider than 86.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
Thickness
7.4 mm
Market range: <7.53 mm – >10.5 mm
This smartphone has a thickness of 7.4 mm which is thinner than 92.4% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.4% of smartphones.
Weight
195 g
Market range: <175 g – >256 g
This smartphone weighs 195 g which is lighter than 52.5% of smartphones and equal to the weight of 1.9% of smartphones.
Device volume
88,452 cm³
Market range: <80 cm³ – >190 cm³
This smartphone has a device volume of 88,452 cm³ which is smaller than 70.5% of smartphones.
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Samsung Galaxy A36 5G (8GB + 256GB) vs the average smartphone

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  • Has optical image stabilization
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • 81.8% higher screen brightness
    This smartphone has a higher screen brightness than the average smartphone (1200 nits vs 660 nits). The average smartphone brightness is 660 nits.
    1,200 nits vs 660 nits
  • 8x more L1
    This smartphone has more L1 cache than the average smartphone (256 KB vs 32 KB). The average L1 cache is 32 KB.
    256 KB vs 32 KB
  • Newer DDR memory version
    This smartphone supports a newer DDR version than the average smartphone (5 vs 4). The average DDR version is 4.
    5 vs 4
  • Supports HDR10 support
    This smartphone supports HDR10, the average smartphone does not. 42.7% of smartphones are HDR10 compatible.
  • Higher on-device AI tier
    This smartphone runs on the productivity AI tier, while the average smartphone runs on fundamental, enabling stronger on-device AI features.
    Circle to Search, Object Eraser, Edit Suggestion, AI Select, Scene Optimizer
    productivity vs fundamental
  • 1 more microphone/s
    This smartphone has more microphones than the average smartphone (3 vs 2). The average smartphone has 2 microphones.
    3 vs 2
  • 22% higher PCMark Work 3.0 Performance benchmark
    This smartphone has a higher PCMark Work 3.0 performance score than the average smartphone (13,159 vs 10,783). The average score is 10,783.
    13,159 vs 10,783
  • 12.6% higher user score
    User score
    9.0/ 10
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    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
    When it matters
    When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
    Score distribution
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    the average smartphone
    Samsung Galaxy A36 5G (8GB + 256GB) has a higher user score than the average smartphone (9.01 vs 8.000).
    9.01 vs 8
  • 70.2% more popular
    Samsung Galaxy A36 5G (8GB + 256GB) is more popular than the average smartphone (9.26 vs 5.4).
    9.26 vs 5.44
  • 4.2% better value for money
    Samsung Galaxy A36 5G (8GB + 256GB) has better value for money than the average smartphone (7.64 vs 7.3).
    7.64 vs 7.34
  • 8x more L1
    This smartphone has more L1 cache than the average smartphone (256 KB vs 32 KB). The average L1 cache is 32 KB.
    256 KB vs 32 KB
  • Newer DDR memory version
    This smartphone supports a newer DDR version than the average smartphone (5 vs 4). The average DDR version is 4.
    5 vs 4
  • 22% higher PCMark Work 3.0 Performance benchmark
    This smartphone has a higher PCMark Work 3.0 performance score than the average smartphone (13,159 vs 10,783). The average score is 10,783.
    13,159 vs 10,783
  • 16.7% lower TDP
    This smartphone has a lower TDP than the average smartphone (7 W vs 6 W). The average TDP for smartphones is 6 W.
    7 W vs 6 W
  • Higher CPU base clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU base clock speed than the average smartphone (4x2.4 GHz & 4x1.8 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz). The average smartphone has a base clock speed of 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz.
    4x2.4 GHz & 4x1.8 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz
  • 9.1% higher Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    This smartphone scores better in Geekbench 6 single-core than the average smartphone (1,028 vs 942). The average smartphone scores 942 in single-core.
    1,028 vs 942
  • 17.2% higher Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    This smartphone scores better in Geekbench 6 multi-core than the average smartphone (2,968 vs 2,533). The average smartphone scores 2,533 in multi-core.
    2,968 vs 2,533
  • 3.5% higher PassMark single-core benchmark
    This smartphone has a better PassMark single-core score than the average smartphone (1,023 vs 988). The average single-core score is 988.
    1,023 vs 988
  • Higher on-device AI tier
    This smartphone runs on the productivity AI tier, while the average smartphone runs on fundamental, enabling stronger on-device AI features.
    Circle to Search, Object Eraser, Edit Suggestion, AI Select, Scene Optimizer
    productivity vs fundamental
  • Newer Android version
    This smartphone features a newer Android version than the average smartphone (Android 15 vs Android 14). The average version is Android 14.
    Android 15 vs Android 14
  • Has optical image stabilization
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • Higher-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a higher main camera resolution than the average smartphone (50 MP & 8 MP & 5 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone main camera has 50 MP & 8 MP megapixels.
    50 MP & 8 MP & 5 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • Newer Wi-Fi version
    This smartphone supports a newer Wi-Fi version than the average smartphone (Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)). The average smartphone uses Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n).
    Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
  • Newer Bluetooth version
    This smartphone supports a newer Bluetooth version than the average smartphone (5.3 vs 5.2). The average version is Bluetooth 5.2.
    5.3 vs 5.2
  • 81.8% higher screen brightness
    This smartphone has a higher screen brightness than the average smartphone (1200 nits vs 660 nits). The average smartphone brightness is 660 nits.
    1,200 nits vs 660 nits
  • Supports HDR10 support
    This smartphone supports HDR10, the average smartphone does not. 42.7% of smartphones are HDR10 compatible.
  • Has an always-on display
    This smartphone features an always-on display, the average smartphone does not. 49.2% of smartphones offer always-on functionality.
  • Better display glass type
    This smartphone features a better display glass type than the average smartphone (Corning Gorilla Glass 7+ vs Corning Gorilla Glass 5). The average smartphone uses Corning Gorilla Glass 5 protection.
    Corning Gorilla Glass 7+ vs Corning Gorilla Glass 5
  • 339.5 nits higher GSMArena max display brightness
    This smartphone has a higher GSMArena max display brightness than the average smartphone (1233 nits vs 893.5 nits). The average max brightness is 893.5 nits.
    1,233 nits vs 893.5 nits
  • 0.03 inches inch larger screen size
    This smartphone has a larger screen size than the average smartphone (6.7 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone screen is 6.67 inches.
    6.7 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • 36.4% faster charging speed
    This smartphone supports a faster charging speed than the average smartphone (45 W vs 33 W). The average charging speed is 33 W.
    45 W vs 33 W
  • 1 more microphone/s
    This smartphone has more microphones than the average smartphone (3 vs 2). The average smartphone has 2 microphones.
    3 vs 2
  • 0.9 mm thinner
    This smartphone is thinner than the average smartphone (7.4 mm vs 8.3 mm). The average smartphone thickness is 8.3 mm.
    7.4 mm vs 8.3 mm
  • Is designed for seniors
    This smartphone is designed specifically for seniors, the average smartphone is not. 17% of smartphones are senior-friendly.
  • 1 m deeper water resistance
    This smartphone has a deeper water resistance rating than the average smartphone (1 m vs 0 m). The average depth rating is 0 m.
    1 m vs 0 m
  • 5% higher French repairability index
    This smartphone has a higher French repairability index score than the average smartphone (8.4 vs 8). The average score is 8.
    8.4 vs 8
  • 1 year/s newer release date
    This smartphone has a newer release date than the average smartphone (2025 vs 2024). 1.00% of smartphones are released annually.
    March 2025
    2025 vs 2024
  • Worse processor
    This smartphone uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • 15.8% slower GPU clock
    This smartphone has a lower GPU frequency than the average smartphone (800 MHz vs 950 MHz). The average smartphone has a GPU frequency of 950 MHz.
    800 MHz vs 950 MHz
  • No LDAC support
    This smartphone does not support LDAC, the average smartphone does. 60.3% of smartphones support LDAC.
  • No memory card slot
    This smartphone does not have a memory card slot, the average smartphone does. 53.5% of smartphones feature expandable storage.
  • Lacks focus mode
    This smartphone does not have a focus mode, the average smartphone does. 60.4% of smartphones include a dedicated focus mode.
  • No aptX HD
    This smartphone does not support aptX HD, the average smartphone does. 50.7% of smartphones support aptX HD.
  • No Wi-Fi password sharing
    This smartphone does not support Wi-Fi password sharing, the average smartphone does. 57.9% of smartphones allow easy Wi-Fi sharing.
  • 53.1% lower memory bandwidth
    This smartphone has lower memory bandwidth than the average smartphone (12 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s). The average smartphone has a bandwidth of 25.6 GB/s.
    12 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s
  • Worse processor
    This smartphone uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • 15.8% slower GPU clock
    This smartphone has a lower GPU frequency than the average smartphone (800 MHz vs 950 MHz). The average smartphone has a GPU frequency of 950 MHz.
    800 MHz vs 950 MHz
  • 53.1% lower memory bandwidth
    This smartphone has lower memory bandwidth than the average smartphone (12 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s). The average smartphone has a bandwidth of 25.6 GB/s.
    12 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s
  • 14.3% lower maximum RAM capacity
    This smartphone supports less maximum RAM than the average smartphone (12 GB vs 14 GB). The average smartphone supports 14 GB of RAM.
    12 GB vs 14 GB
  • 48.2% lower 3DMark Steel Nomad benchmark
    This smartphone performs worse in 3DMark Steel Nomad than the average smartphone (315 vs 608). The average smartphone scores 608.
    315 vs 608
  • 25.6% lower 3DMark Wild Life Extreme benchmark
    This smartphone scores lower in 3DMark Wild Life Extreme than the average smartphone (912 vs 1,226). The average smartphone scores 1,226.
    912 vs 1,226
  • Lacks focus mode
    This smartphone does not have a focus mode, the average smartphone does. 60.4% of smartphones include a dedicated focus mode.
  • No Wi-Fi password sharing
    This smartphone does not support Wi-Fi password sharing, the average smartphone does. 57.9% of smartphones allow easy Wi-Fi sharing.
  • Lacks instant markup
    This smartphone does not support instant markup, the average smartphone does. 52.2% of smartphones include instant markup tools.
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    This smartphone has a narrower main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4). The average smartphone aperture is f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4.
    f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • Lower front camera megapixels
    This smartphone has lower front camera megapixels than the average smartphone (12 MP vs 16 MP). The average smartphone has a 16 MP front camera.
    12 MP vs 16 MP
  • No memory card slot
    This smartphone does not have a memory card slot, the average smartphone does. 53.5% of smartphones feature expandable storage.
  • 50% lower touch sampling rate
    This smartphone has a lower touch sampling rate than the average smartphone (120 Hz vs 240 Hz). The average smartphone has a sampling rate of 240 Hz.
    120 Hz vs 240 Hz
  • 2.5% lower pixel density
    This smartphone has a lower pixel density than the average smartphone (385 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
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  • Lower screen resolution
    This smartphone has a lower screen resolution than the average smartphone (1080x2340 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone has a resolution of 1080x2400 px.
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  • No LDAC support
    This smartphone does not support LDAC, the average smartphone does. 60.3% of smartphones support LDAC.
  • No aptX HD
    This smartphone does not support aptX HD, the average smartphone does. 50.7% of smartphones support aptX HD.
  • 2.2 mm wider
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  • Poor brand origin
    This smartphone has a poorer brand origin compared to the average smartphone. 0.00% of smartphones come from top-tier brand origins.
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What we like about Samsung Galaxy A36 5G (8GB + 256GB)

  • Vibrant 6.7-inch Super AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate, praised for its clarity, brightness, and smooth visuals.
  • Solid battery life, with many users reporting it easily lasts a full day or more with moderate to heavy use.
  • Decent camera system for the price, capturing clear, detailed, and vibrant photos in good lighting conditions, and supporting 4K video recording.
  • Durable build with Gorilla Glass Victus+ on the front and back, and an IP67 water and dust resistance rating, which is good for its price range.
  • Strong software support commitment, with Samsung promising six years of software updates.
  • Fast 45W wired charging support, though the charger is not included in the box.
  • Good overall value, offering premium features like an in-display fingerprint sensor (despite its speed) and 5G connectivity at a competitive mid-range price point.
  • Loud and clear stereo speakers and good call quality.
  • Generally easy to use and intuitive software experience for most daily tasks.

What we don't like about Samsung Galaxy A36 5G (8GB + 256GB)

  • Sluggish and inconsistent performance during daily tasks and app launching, with noticeable lag or stuttering, especially when compared to flagship phones or some competitors in the same price range.
  • The in-display fingerprint sensor is notably slow and sometimes unreliable, leading some users to prefer alternative unlock methods.
  • Lack of a microSD card slot for expandable storage, which is a major downside for users who take many photos or videos.
  • Does not include a charging adapter in the box, requiring a separate purchase to utilize the 45W fast charging speed.
  • Low-light camera performance is not great, and some images can have inaccurate colors.
  • May experience overheating issues during heavy use or demanding applications, according to some user reports.
  • Some bloatware is pre-installed on the device.
  • The plastic frame, while durable, does not offer the same premium feel as higher-end devices.

Verdict

The Samsung Galaxy A36 5G (8GB + 256GB) is a mid-range smartphone featuring a powerful Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 processor, a large 6.7-inch Full HD+ Super AMOLED display with a smooth 120Hz refresh rate and high 1,200 nits brightness, and a durable IP67 dust and water-resistant design with a glass back. Key specs include a versatile 50MP main camera with OIS, an 8MP ultra-wide lens, a 5MP macro lens, a 12MP front camera, and a substantial 5,000 mAh battery with 45W fast charging support. A major pro is Samsung's commitment to six generations of OS upgrades and six years of security updates, which is excellent software support for its price point. Cons include the absence of a charger in the box and the removal of the microSD card slot found in its predecessor, which limits storage expansion options despite the large 256GB internal capacity.

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