Samsung Galaxy A26, Galaxy A36, and Galaxy A56 Launched; Check Specs and Pricing

By Mehtab Ansari • Updated On Mar 3, 2025

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The Galaxy A26, Galaxy A36, and Galaxy A56 have been launched worldwide, including India.
The Galaxy A36 starts at ₹32,999 while the Galaxy A56 starts at ₹41,999.
All models feature the new linear camera module and six generations of Android OS and One UI upgrades plus six years of security updates.

Samsung has announced the Galaxy A26, Galaxy A36, and Galaxy A56 in India, bringing modest spec bumps to its mid-range A-series lineup. The Galaxy A36 and A56 prioritize refinement over reinvention, leaning on improved chipsets, longer software support, and some AI features. Let’s take a closer look at the price and specifications of the Galaxy A36 and Galaxy A56.

Samsung Galaxy A36 Price and Specifications

Two Galaxy A36 5G devices forming an X shape. The one in the back is in rear view. The one in the front has Circle to Search feature onscreen. Text Awesome Intelligence and The new Galaxy A36 5G can be seen. Text Circle to Search with Google is at the bottom right.

The Galaxy A36 hits shelves in three variants:

8GB RAM + 128GB storage: ₹32,999
8GB RAM + 256GB storage: ₹35,999
12GB RAM + 256GB storage: ₹38,999

It features a 6.7-inch FHD+ AMOLED display with a 120 Hz refresh rate and 1200 Nits peak brightness, protected by Gorilla Glass Victus+ front and back. Under the hood lies the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 3, running Android 15 with One UI 7 and a hefty six-year OS update commitment.

The camera setup includes a 50 MP OIS main sensor, an 8 MP ultra-wide lens, and a 5.MP macro lens, paired with a 12 MP front camera. Built with a plastic frame, it weighs 195 grams and measures 7.4mm thick.

Four Galaxy A36 5G devices tilted in different directions showing the rear view. The device on the far left and second from the right are tilted toward the right. The device on the far right and second from the left are tilted toward the left.

Inside is a 5,000 mAh battery that supports 45W charging, though no adapter comes in the box. It’s IP67-rated and comes with an in-display fingerprint scanner. Available colors are Awesome Lavender, Awesome Black, Awesome White and Awesome Lime.

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Samsung Galaxy A56 Price and Specifications

The Galaxy A56 also hits shelves in three variants:

8GB RAM + 128GB storage: ₹41,999
8GB RAM + 256GB storage: ₹44,999
12GB RAM + 256GB storage: ₹47,999

The Galaxy A56 mirrors the A36’s 6.7-inch FHD+ AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate and 1200 Nits brightness, also guarded by Gorilla Glass Victus+. Powering it is Samsung’s new mid-range Exynos 1580 SoC, alongside Android 15 and One UI 7, with the same six-year update commitment.

The rear cameras feature a 50 MP OIS primary lens, a 12 MP ultra-wide lens, and a 5 MP macro lens, with a 12 MP front camera. It opts for a brushed aluminum frame, weighs 198 grams, and keeps the 7.4 mm thickness.

Inside is a 5,000 mAh battery with support for 45W charging (no adapter included) and an IP67 rating are included, plus an in-display fingerprint scanner, like the Galaxy A36. Color options are Awesome Lightgray, Awesome Graphite, Awesome Olive and Awesome Pink.

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Samsung Galaxy A26 Price and Specifications

Two Galaxy A26 5G devices forming an X shape. The one in the back is in rear view. The one in the front has Circle to Search feature onscreen. Text Awesome Intelligence and The new Galaxy A26 5G can be seen. Text Circle to Search with Google is at the bottom.

The Galaxy A26 was also launched but pricing remains under the wraps, for now. Here are the storage variants:

6GB RAM + 128GB storage
8GB RAM + 128GB storage
8GB RAM + 256GB storage

It features a 6.7-inch FHD+ Infinity-U Super AMOLED display with a 120 Hz refresh rate. The Exynos 1380 processor, with a Mali-G68 MP5 GPU, powers it, running Android 15 and One UI 7.

The rear setup includes a 50 MP OIS main camera, 8 MP ultra-wide, and 2 MP macro, with a 13 MP front camera. At 200 grams and 7.7 mm thick, it has a side-mounted fingerprint scanner, stereo speakers, a 3.5 mm jack, and IP67 rating.

Four Galaxy A26 5G devices in White, Mint, Peach Pink and Black, showcasing their glass back featuring a 3-camera layout.

Inside is a 5,000 mAh battery that supports 25W charging. Connectivity includes 5G, Wi-Fi ac, Bluetooth 5.3, and USB-C. It is available in four color options—Black, White, Mint and Peach Pink.

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Samsung Galaxy A26 vs. Galaxy A36 vs. Galaxy A56

Feature	Galaxy A26	Galaxy A36	Galaxy A56
Display	6.7-inch FHD+ AMOLED, 120 Hz, U-shaped notch	6.7-inch FHD+ AMOLED, 120 Hz, 1200 Nits, Gorilla Glass Victus+	6.7-inch FHD+ AMOLED, 120 Hz, 1200 Nits, Gorilla Glass Victus+
Processor	Exynos 1380	Snapdragon 6 Gen 3	Exynos 1580
RAM/Storage	6GB/8GB, 128GB/256GB, expandable to 1TB	8GB/12GB, 128GB/256GB	8GB/12GB, 128GB/256GB
OS and Updates	Android 15, One UI 7, 6 years OS updates	Android 15, One UI 7, 6 years OS updates	Android 15, One UI 7, 6 years OS updates
AI Features	Circle to Search, Object Eraser, Nightography, Best Face	Circle to Search, Object Eraser, Nightography, Best Face, Read Aloud, AI Select	Circle to Search, Object Eraser, Nightography, Best Face, Read Aloud, AI Select, Auto Trim
Rear Camera	50 MP f/1.8 AF OIS + 8 MP ultra-wide f/2.2 + 2 MP macro f/2.4	50 MP f/1.8 AF OIS + 8 MP ultra-wide f/2.2 + 5 MP macro f/2.4	50 MP f/1.8 AF OIS + 13 MP ultra-wide f/2.2 + 5 MP macro f/2.4
Front Camera	13 MP f/2.2	12 MP f/2.2	12 MP f/2.2
Build	Plastic frame, 200g, 7.7 mm	Plastic frame, 195g, 7.4 mm	Metal frame, 198g, 7.4 mm
Battery and Charging	5,000 mAh, 25W fast charging	5,000 mAh, 45W fast charging	5,000 mAh, 45W fast charging
Fingerprint Scanner	Side-mounted	In-display	In-display
IP Rating	IP67	IP67	IP67
Colors	Black, White, Mint and Peach Pink	Awesome Lavender, Awesome Black, Awesome White and Awesome Lime	Awesome Lightgray, Awesome Graphite, Awesome Olive and Awesome Pink

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Mehtab Ansari

Mehtab Ansari is the Assistant Editor – Features & Reviews at Smartprix, where he writes about smartphones, laptops, audio gear, and everything in between. A computer science student by degree but a tech nerd by heart, he’s been into consumer tech for years and started reviewing products professionally in February 2024. He’s especially into photography and audio, often spending more time testing a smartphone’s camera than he probably should. For him, tech isn’t just work, it’s what he’s always thinking about.

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Smartphones, laptops, tablets, monitors, smartwatches, photography, and audio gear. I’ve reviewed over 60 products across these categories on Smartprix in the past year and a half.

Education - Bachelor of Computer Applications – Nizam College, Hyderabad (2022–2025) | Joined Smartprix -February 2024 | Published Reviews & Stories - 723

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