Samsung Galaxy A27 5G vs Samsung Galaxy A36
The Samsung Galaxy A27 5G (2026) runs on the Exynos 1480, while the Samsung Galaxy A36 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 3; launch prices were $299 and $330. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy A27 5G leads — 55/100 vs 52/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy A27 5G is faster in AnTuTu (1,021,736 vs 840,353).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A27 5G
Samsung Galaxy A36
What makes Samsung Galaxy A27 5G better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1021736 vs 840353
- Better Geekbench Single: 1137 vs 1013
- Better Geekbench Multi: 3437 vs 3000
- Lighter: 185g vs 195g
- Cheaper at launch: $299 vs $330
- Higher performance (60/100 vs 55/100)
- Longer battery life (52/100 vs 48/100)
- Better portability (74/100 vs 68/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy A36 better?
- Faster charging: 45W vs 25W
- Better camera (34/100 vs 33/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A27 5G vs the Samsung Galaxy A36, the Samsung Galaxy A27 5G scores 3 points higher (55/100 vs 52/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy A27 5G — 48/100, Samsung Galaxy A36 — 40/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy A27 5G is a bit better (60/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 79/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A36 and the Samsung Galaxy A27 5G are nearly equal (34/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A27 5G and the Samsung Galaxy A36 are nearly equal (52/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A27 5G is a bit better (74/100 vs 68/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A27 5G | Samsung Galaxy A36 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Exynos 1480 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 | |
| AnTuTu | 1021736 | 840353 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1137 | 1013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3437 | 3000 | |
| Display | 6.7" Super AMOLED | 6.7" Super AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2340x1080 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 45W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 5 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 6GB / 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8 | Android 15, up to 6 major Android upgrades, One UI 7 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1900 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP67 | |
| Dimensions | — | 162.9×78.2×7.4 mm | |
| Weight | 185 g | 195 g | |
| Launch price | $299 | $330 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A27 5G
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 13MP
Samsung Galaxy A36
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A27 5G
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A36
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy A27 5G
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless charging: no data
Samsung Galaxy A36
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy A27 5G and Samsung Galaxy A36, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy A27 5G leads Samsung Galaxy A36 by 21.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $31. Samsung Galaxy A27 5G was $31 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy A27 5G is a bit better (60/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 79/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A36 and the Samsung Galaxy A27 5G are nearly equal (34/100 vs 33/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A27 5G and the Samsung Galaxy A36 are nearly equal (52/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A27 5G is a bit better (74/100 vs 68/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A27 5G or the Samsung Galaxy A36?
The Samsung Galaxy A27 5G edges out the Samsung Galaxy A36 by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A27 5G and the Samsung Galaxy A36?
The Samsung Galaxy A27 5G has a MobileRank rating of 55/100, the Samsung Galaxy A36 — 52/100.
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A27 5G or the Samsung Galaxy A36?
The Samsung Galaxy A27 5G leads on performance (60/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A27 5G over the Samsung Galaxy A36?
The Samsung Galaxy A27 5G is a better fit for active users.