Samsung Galaxy A36 5G 128GB vs Samsung Galaxy A 26 256GB: which one suits you?

The two differ in 5 of the specs we have recorded, and the Samsung Galaxy A36 5G 128GB is cheaper by SAR 125 (prices checked 12 Nov 2026).

Which one should you choose?

  • Paying less: cheaper by SAR 125
  • Higher wired charging: 45 W vs 25 W
  • More space for photos and apps (256 GB vs 128 GB)
  • Larger screen refresh rate: 120 Hz vs 60 Hz
  • Higher front camera: 13 MP vs 12 MP · slight difference

The deciding difference here: storage and screen refresh rate and price.

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

Key differences

  • Storage

    128 GB✓ 256 GB
  • Resolution

    1080 x 24001080 x 2340
  • Screen refresh rate

    60 Hz✓ 120 Hz

Specifications side by side

21 of 21 specs

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Spec
SamsungSAR 1,120
Samsung Galaxy A36 5G 128GB specs
SamsungSAR 1,245
Samsung Galaxy A 26 256GB specs
Reference priceSAR 1,120SAR 1,245
Storage128 GB✓ 256 GB
Wired charging✓ 45 W25 W
Memory (RAM)8 GB8 GB
ProcessorExynos 1380Exynos 1380
Battery capacity5,000 mAh5,000 mAh
Main camera50 MP50 MP
5GYesYes
Years of OS updates6 years6 years

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Direct comparison questions

What is the difference in processor between the Samsung Galaxy A36 5G 128GB and the Samsung Galaxy A 26 256GB?

No difference here: processor is Exynos 1380 on both.

What is the difference in storage between the Samsung Galaxy A36 5G 128GB and the Samsung Galaxy A 26 256GB?

Storage is higher on the Samsung Galaxy A 26 256GB: 256 GB vs 128 GB on the Samsung Galaxy A36 5G 128GB. If this spec is your priority, the difference favours it.

What is the difference in main camera between the Samsung Galaxy A36 5G 128GB and the Samsung Galaxy A 26 256GB?

No difference here: main camera is 50 MP on both.

What is the difference in battery capacity between the Samsung Galaxy A36 5G 128GB and the Samsung Galaxy A 26 256GB?

No difference here: battery capacity is 5,000 mAh on both.