Samsung Galaxy A57 5G review

Galaxy A57 5G is the step up from Galaxy A37 for buyers who want a thinner phone and a quicker chip. Samsung lists the Exynos 1680 with CPU and GPU performance up to 15% better than the previous model, 8GB of LPDDR5X memory on both storage options and a 6.9mm body. The 6.7-inch FHD+ Super AMOLED Plus display is the same size as the A37, and the camera upgrade is a 12MP ultra wide in place of 8MP, alongside a 50MP wide with OIS and a 5MP macro. The 5,000 mAh battery charges to 60% in about 30 minutes with a 45W charger sold separately. Samsung covers it with 6 OS upgrades and 6 years of security updates, and adds Wi-Fi 6E and IP68. At $599.99 it lands at the same price as Pixel 10a, which has a larger battery and one more year of updates, so it mainly suits people who prefer Samsung's One UI.

Who it is for

Samsung fans who want a thin midrange phone

Price

From $599.99 for 128GB.

128GB $599.99 256GB $679.99
Quoted from the vendor pricing page on November 13, 2026.

Key features

• 6.7-inch FHD+ Super AMOLED Plus display
• Exynos 1680 octa-core with 8GB of LPDDR5X memory
• 50MP OIS wide, 12MP ultra wide and 5MP macro cameras
• 5,000 mAh typical battery with charging to 60% in about 30 minutes using a 45W charger
• IP68, Wi-Fi 6E, 6 OS upgrades and 6 years of security updates

Strengths and weaknesses

• Strength: 6.9mm thick, per Samsung
• Strength: 8GB of RAM on both storage options
• Strength: Samsung says CPU and GPU performance is up to 15% better than the previous model
• Weakness: Costs about the same as Pixel 10a, which has a 120Hz spec and 7 years of updates
• Weakness: No telephoto lens
• Weakness: 45W charger is sold separately

Key facts

• Starting price: $599.99 (128GB)
• Display: 6.7-inch Super AMOLED Plus
• Processor: Exynos 1680
• Battery: 5,000 mAh typical
• Thickness: 6.9mm

Where it ranks

Samsung Galaxy A57 5G is No. 9 in our Best Smartphones verdict.