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

The two differ in 3 of the specs we have recorded, and the Samsung Galaxy A36 128GB is cheaper by SAR 80 (prices checked 12 Nov 2026).

Which one should you choose?

  • More memory for multitasking (8 GB vs 6 GB)
  • Paying less: cheaper by SAR 80
  • Larger screen refresh rate: 120 Hz vs 60 Hz

The deciding difference here: memory (RAM) and screen refresh rate and price.

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

Key differences

  • Memory (RAM)

    ✓ 8 GB6 GB
  • Screen refresh rate

    60 Hz✓ 120 Hz
  • Processor

    Exynos 1380Snapdragon 6 Gen 3

Specifications side by side

18 of 18 specs

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Spec
SamsungSAR 1,120
Samsung Galaxy A36 5G 128GB specs
SamsungSAR 1,040
Samsung Galaxy A36 128GB specs
Reference priceSAR 1,120SAR 1,040
Memory (RAM)✓ 8 GB6 GB
ProcessorExynos 1380Snapdragon 6 Gen 3
Storage128 GB128 GB
Battery capacity5,000 mAh5,000 mAh
Wired charging45 W45 W
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 A36 128GB?

Samsung Galaxy A36 5G 128GB: Exynos 1380; Samsung Galaxy A36 128GB: Snapdragon 6 Gen 3. This is a spec difference, not a verdict that one is better overall.

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

No difference here: storage is 128 GB on both.

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

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 A36 128GB?

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