OPPO A 6 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy A36

Our Verdict: OPPO A 6 Pro starts from the lower contract figure here, while Samsung Galaxy A36 is shown from £13.79/mo (£29.00 upfront). The screens are not a one-way result: OPPO A 6 Pro lists a 6.57" AMOLED display, while Samsung Galaxy A36 uses a 6.7" Super AMOLED panel. OPPO A 6 Pro also has the higher-resolution front camera at 16MP against Samsung Galaxy A36's 12MP. OPPO A 6 Pro is the practical buy on price; Samsung Galaxy A36 is easier to justify when its stronger listed hardware matches your priorities.

On price there's almost nothing between them: both work out around £360 over a full contract.

Screen
6.57" 6.7"
Display
AMOLED Super AMOLED
Resolution
1080 x 2372 1080 x 2340
Pixels Per Inch
397 385
Rear Camera
50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
16 Megapixels 12 Megapixels
Chipset
Mediatek Dimensity 6300 (6 nm) Qualcomm SM6475-AB Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 (4 nm)
Battery
7,000 mAh 5,000 mAh
Storage
128GB, 256GB 128GB, 256GB
OS
Android Android 15
SIM Type
Nano SIM + Nano SIM nano-SIM and e-SIM
Connectivity
Up to 5G Up to 5G
Wi-Fi
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6
Bluetooth
5.4, A2DP, LE, aptX HD 5.4, A2DP, LE
Dimensions
158.2 x 75 x 8 mm 162.9 x 78.2 x 7.4 mm
Weight
185 grams 195 grams
Water Resistance
IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min) IP67 dust/water resistant (up to 1m for 30 min)
Contracts
£9.99/mo (£99.00 upfront) £13.79/mo (£29.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£247.00 £264.99

Prices updated 21 July 2026

OPPO A 6 Pro OPPO A 6 Pro Samsung Galaxy A36 Samsung Galaxy A36
Screen 6.57" 6.7"
Display AMOLED Super AMOLED
Resolution 1080 x 2372 1080 x 2340
Pixels Per Inch 397 385
Rear Camera 50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 16 Megapixels 12 Megapixels
Chipset Mediatek Dimensity 6300 (6 nm) Qualcomm SM6475-AB Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 (4 nm)
Battery 7,000 mAh 5,000 mAh
Storage 128GB, 256GB 128GB, 256GB
OS Android Android 15
SIM Type Nano SIM + Nano SIM nano-SIM and e-SIM
Connectivity Up to 5G Up to 5G
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6
Bluetooth 5.4, A2DP, LE, aptX HD 5.4, A2DP, LE
Dimensions 158.2 x 75 x 8 mm 162.9 x 78.2 x 7.4 mm
Weight 185 grams 195 grams
Water Resistance IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min) IP67 dust/water resistant (up to 1m for 30 min)
Contracts £9.99/mo
£99.00 upfront
£13.79/mo
£29.00 upfront
SIM-free £247.00 £264.99
Prices updated 21 July 2026
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OPPO A 6 Pro
OPPO A 6 Pro

24 Months

128GB

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£9.99 per month, £99 upfront.

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Samsung Galaxy A36
Samsung Galaxy A36

24 Months

128GB

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£13.79 per month, £29 upfront.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the OPPO A 6 Pro or Samsung Galaxy A36 cheaper on contract?

Based on total cost of ownership, the Samsung Galaxy A36 is cheaper on contract at £359.96 over the life of the deal from £13.79 per month with £29.00 upfront.

Which has the better screen, the OPPO A 6 Pro or Samsung Galaxy A36?

The Samsung Galaxy A36 has the bigger screen at 6.7" compared to the OPPO A 6 Pro's 6.6", the OPPO A 6 Pro has the sharper display at 397 pixels per inch versus 385, and the OPPO A 6 Pro uses a AMOLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy A36 has a Super AMOLED.

Which has the better camera, the OPPO A 6 Pro or Samsung Galaxy A36?

The OPPO A 6 Pro features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy A36 has a 50 Megapixels rear camera. Both devices also have front-facing cameras for selfies and video calls.

Which is cheaper to buy SIM-free, the OPPO A 6 Pro or Samsung Galaxy A36?

The OPPO A 6 Pro is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £247.00.

What storage options are available for the OPPO A 6 Pro and Samsung Galaxy A36?

The OPPO A 6 Pro is available in 128GB, 256GB, while the Samsung Galaxy A36 comes in 128GB, 256GB.

What processors do the OPPO A 6 Pro and Samsung Galaxy A36 use?

The OPPO A 6 Pro is powered by the Mediatek Dimensity 6300 (6 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy A36 uses the Qualcomm SM6475-AB Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 (4 nm).

Which is easier to carry and hold, the OPPO A 6 Pro or Samsung Galaxy A36?

The OPPO A 6 Pro is the more portable of the two: it's 10g lighter at 185 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 158.2 x 75 x 8 mm, the Samsung Galaxy A36 is slimmer at 7.4mm thick.

Which is more water resistant, the OPPO A 6 Pro or Samsung Galaxy A36?

The OPPO A 6 Pro is rated IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min), while the Samsung Galaxy A36 is rated IP67 dust/water resistant (up to 1m for 30 min).

What operating system do the OPPO A 6 Pro and Samsung Galaxy A36 run?

The OPPO A 6 Pro runs Android and the Samsung Galaxy A36 runs Android 15. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.