Samsung Galaxy A57 5GPrice, Specs, Battery Life & Camera
Released Guide updated
The Galaxy A57 5G is 6.9mm thin and 179g, with a 6.7-inch FHD+ Super AMOLED+ screen at up to 120Hz, an Exynos 1680 chip, 8GB of RAM and a 5,000mAh battery. It carries an IP68 rating, a 50MP main camera with optical image stabilization and Samsung's promise of six OS upgrades and six years of security updates. It launched at $549.99.
Our review: Galaxy A57 5G pros and cons
Read the full reviewIf you want a slim, durable phone with a great screen and years of updates, the Galaxy A57 is easy to like. If you play demanding games or rely on Android Auto, the slower chip will get in your way.
Thumbs up
- Slim, sturdy build with Victus+ glass
- Bright 120Hz AMOLED
- Excellent daylight photos
- IP68 dust and water resistance
- Six years of updates
Thumbs down
- Performance drops under load
- Can overheat and stall in Android Auto
- Average ultrawide
- 45W charger sold separately
Where it shines
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Release dates
Samsung Galaxy: Release Dates by Generation
| Generation | On sale | Gap |
|---|---|---|
| Samsung Galaxy A56 5G | Mar 28, 2025 | first |
| Samsung Galaxy A57 5G | Apr 9, 2026 | 377 days |
Comparison
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Quick answers
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How much does the Samsung Galaxy A57 5G cost?
Samsung.com lists it at $599.99 with 128GB of storage and $679.99 with 256GB, sold unlocked. It launched at $549.99.
Should I buy the Galaxy A57 5G?
Good to buy. Too few price checks yet to call this a low. It is $599.99 at Samsung, price checked Nov. 9, 2026. See the full answer on the Samsung Galaxy A57 5G
Where can I buy the Galaxy A57 5G?
Samsung sells it unlocked on Samsung.com and at Samsung Experience Stores.
All questions
Top questions
How big is the screen?
6.7 inches measured as a full rectangle, or 6.6 inches accounting for the rounded corners. It is an FHD+ Super AMOLED+ screen with a refresh rate of up to 120Hz and Vision Booster for bright light.
How fast does the Galaxy A57 5G charge?
Super Fast Charging 2.0 reaches up to 60% in about 30 minutes. It needs Samsung's 45W charger, which is sold separately.
Does the Galaxy A57 5G come with a charger?
No. The box holds a USB-C to C cable, an ejection pin and a quick start guide. The charger is sold separately.
How big is the battery?
5,000mAh, as a typical value. Samsung pairs it with Super Fast Charging 2.0.
What cameras does it have?
Three on the back: a 50MP main camera with optical image stabilization, a 12MP ultrawide and a 5MP macro, plus a 12MP front camera with Super HDR.
Is the Galaxy A57 5G waterproof?
It is rated IP68, tested in up to 1.5 meters of fresh water for up to 30 minutes. Samsung does not recommend it for beach or pool use.
How long will it get software updates?
Samsung promises six OS upgrades and six years of security updates. It ships with Android 16 and One UI 8.5.
How much storage and memory does it have?
8GB of RAM with 128GB or 256GB of storage.
What processor does the Galaxy A57 5G use?
Samsung's Exynos 1680, an octa-core chip. Samsung rates its CPU and GPU up to 15% faster than the previous model.
How thin and heavy is it?
161.5 x 76.8 x 6.9mm and 179g. Gorilla Glass Victus+ covers the front and the back.
What colors does it come in?
Awesome Icyblue, Awesome Gray and Awesome Navy.
Can I move my data from an iPhone?
Yes. Samsung's Smart Switch moves your photos, videos, contacts and apps from an iPhone.
Using it
What does it cost?
It costs $599.99. That is the current list price. It launched at $549.99.
How much storage does it have?
It comes with 128GB to 256GB of storage. There are 2 sizes: 128GB and 256GB.
Does it have a 120Hz screen?
Yes, the screen runs at 120Hz.
Does it do 5G?
Yes, it does 5G.
How heavy is it?
It weighs 179g.
How good is the camera?
It has a 50MP camera.
How thick is it?
It is 6.9mm thick.
What chip is inside?
It runs on Exynos 1680.
Sizing and fit
What sizes does it come in?
Storage: Galaxy A57 5G comes with two storage options: 256 GB or 128 GB with 8 GB of memory. Gorilla Glass Victus+ front and back; 6.9mm thin
Water
Can it get wet (shower, pool, swimming)?
It is rated for a dunk in still fresh water, not for showers or swimming. Its rating is IP68. It is tested deeper than one meter (about 3 feet), to a depth the maker sets. That rating is a lab test. It does not cover showers, swimming or diving.
Price and models
When did the Galaxy A57 5G come out?
It went on sale April 9, 2026. Announced March 25, 2026.
Is there a newer one?
No. The Galaxy A57 5G is the current model.
In the box
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Mar 25, 2026 · Announced
Samsung announces the Galaxy A57 5G
Reveal to on sale
How long after the reveal can you actually buy one?
A56 5G29 days
A57 5G15 days
Samsung Galaxy A57 5G went on sale 15 days after its reveal; Samsung Galaxy A56 5G took 29.
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Rear camera
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Processor
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Charging
Where to buy
| Store | Price | Action |
|---|---|---|
| Samsung | $599.99 | Buy |
Price history
- Price history
- Still collecting (1 of 7 days)
- Stores we check
- 1Samsung
- On sale since
- Apr 9, 2026
- Next model
- None expected soon
What's in the box
What comes in the box with the Samsung Galaxy A57 5G?
Here is what you get when you open it.
Samsung Galaxy A57 5G phone
USB-C to C cable
Ejection pin
Quick start guideFrom Samsung. Checked Nov 1, 2026.
