Samsung Galaxy A36 5G vs Samsung Galaxy A26 128GB: which one suits you?

The two differ in 5 of the specs we have recorded, and the Samsung Galaxy A36 5G is cheaper by SAR 44 (prices checked 12 Nov 2026).

Which one should you choose?

  • Paying less: cheaper by SAR 44
  • More memory for multitasking (8 GB vs 6 GB)
  • Higher wired charging: 45 W vs 25 W
  • Higher front camera: 13 MP vs 12 MP · slight difference

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

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

Key differences

  • Memory (RAM)

    ✓ 8 GB6 GB
  • Resolution

    2340 x 10803840 x 2160
  • Processor

    Apple A13Exynos 1380

Specifications side by side

19 of 19 specs

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Spec
SamsungSAR 1,099
Samsung Galaxy A36 5G specs
SamsungSAR 1,143
Samsung Galaxy A26 128GB specs
Reference priceSAR 1,099SAR 1,143
Memory (RAM)✓ 8 GB6 GB
ProcessorApple A13Exynos 1380
Wired charging✓ 45 W25 W
Storage128 GB128 GB
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 and the Samsung Galaxy A26 128GB?

Samsung Galaxy A36 5G: Apple A13; Samsung Galaxy A26 128GB: Exynos 1380. 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 and the Samsung Galaxy A26 128GB?

No difference here: storage is 128 GB on both.

What is the difference in main camera between the Samsung Galaxy A36 5G and the Samsung Galaxy A26 128GB?

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

What is the difference in battery capacity between the Samsung Galaxy A36 5G and the Samsung Galaxy A26 128GB?

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