Honor 8S 32GB vs Samsung Galaxy A36 128GB: which one suits you?

The two differ in 6 of the specs we have recorded, and the Samsung Galaxy A36 128GB is cheaper by SAR 726 (prices checked 11 Nov 2026).

Which one should you choose?

  • No clear lead in the recorded specs; design or brand preference may decide.
  • Paying less: cheaper by SAR 726
  • More space for photos and apps (128 GB vs 32 GB)
  • More memory for multitasking (6 GB vs 2 GB)
  • Bigger battery for a longer day (5,000 mAh vs 3,020 mAh)

The deciding difference here: storage and memory (RAM) and price.

Compares recorded specs; a missing spec does not mean the feature is absent.

Key differences

  • Storage

    32 GB✓ 128 GB
  • Memory (RAM)

    2 GB✓ 6 GB
  • Screen size

    5.71 in✓ 6.7 in

Specifications side by side

21 of 21 specs

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Spec
HonorSAR 1,685
Honor 8S 32GB specs
SamsungSAR 959
Samsung Galaxy A36 128GB specs
Reference priceSAR 1,685SAR 959
Storage32 GB✓ 128 GB
Memory (RAM)2 GB✓ 6 GB
Processor—Snapdragon 6 Gen 3
Battery capacity3,020 mAh✓ 5,000 mAh
Wired charging—45 W
Main camera13 MP✓ 50 MP
5G—Yes
Years of OS updates—6 years

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Direct comparison questions

What is the difference in storage between the Honor 8S 32GB and the Samsung Galaxy A36 128GB?

Storage is higher on the Samsung Galaxy A36 128GB: 128 GB vs 32 GB on the Honor 8S 32GB. If this spec is your priority, the difference favours it.

What is the difference in main camera between the Honor 8S 32GB and the Samsung Galaxy A36 128GB?

Main camera is higher on the Samsung Galaxy A36 128GB: 50 MP vs 13 MP on the Honor 8S 32GB. If this spec is your priority, the difference favours it.

What is the difference in battery capacity between the Honor 8S 32GB and the Samsung Galaxy A36 128GB?

Battery capacity is higher on the Samsung Galaxy A36 128GB: 5,000 mAh vs 3,020 mAh on the Honor 8S 32GB. If this spec is your priority, the difference favours it.

What is the difference in memory (RAM) between the Honor 8S 32GB and the Samsung Galaxy A36 128GB?

Memory (RAM) is higher on the Samsung Galaxy A36 128GB: 6 GB vs 2 GB on the Honor 8S 32GB. If this spec is your priority, the difference favours it.