Galaxy A57 and A37: Samsung’s A series explained
Samsung’s Galaxy A series is where most people actually buy their Galaxy. Back in 2020 we covered the Galaxy A71 and how to get it at a discount. The 2026 models, the Galaxy A57 and A37, show how far the mid-range has come.
The 2026 models
Announced on March 25, 2026, the Galaxy A57 ($549.99 in the US) and Galaxy A37 ($449.99) share a 6.7-inch 120Hz AMOLED display, a 5,000mAh battery and 45W fast charging. For the extra $100, the A57 adds a faster Exynos chip, a lighter build, a better ultra-wide camera and more RAM.
How the numbering works
The first digit tells you roughly where a phone sits in the range; the second tells you the generation. Higher first digits mean better screens, cameras and materials.
- A0x and A1x: entry-level phones for calls, messaging and the basics.
- A2x and A3x: the value sweet spot.
- A5x: the top of the A range. The older A7x line, home of the A71, was phased out and the A5x models took its place.
What you give up versus a Galaxy S26
- Slower processors — fine for everyday use, less so for heavy gaming.
- No dedicated zoom camera.
- Fewer premium extras, such as the S26 Ultra’s 60W charging and S Pen.
What you don’t give up
Both phones get six years of OS and security updates — remarkable for the price, and only one year less than the Galaxy S26.
For most people, an A57 is all the phone they need — and the money saved buys a good case, a charger and plenty of storage.
Discount tips
A series phones are discounted often, especially a few months after launch and around Black Friday. Last year’s A56 at a discount can be a better buy than this year’s A37 at full price.
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