Samsung Galaxy A27 vs Samsung Galaxy A57
The A27 is the cheaper one to own: around £357 over a typical contract, £89 less than the A57.
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11 reviews
Samsung Galaxy A27
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Samsung Galaxy A57
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| Expert Rating | 3.6 6 reviews |
3.6 11 reviews |
| Screen | 6.7" | 6.7" |
| Display | Super AMOLED | Super AMOLED |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2340 | 1080 x 2340 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 385 | 385 |
| Rear Camera | 50 Megapixels | 50 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 12 Megapixels | 32 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Qualcomm SM6475-AB Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 (4 nm) | Exynos 1580 (4 nm) |
| Battery | 5,000 mAh | 5,000 mAh |
| Storage | 128GB, 256GB | 256GB |
| OS | Android | Android 16 |
| SIM Type | nano-SIM and e-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 | 5.1, A2DP, LE, ASHA | 5.3 with A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 162.8 x 78.2 x 7.8 mm | 162.2 x 77.5 x 7.4 mm |
| Weight | 200 grams | 179 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes) | IP68 dust tight and water resistant (immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min) |
| Contracts |
£12.99/mo
£19.00 upfront |
£14.99/mo
£60.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £317.00 | £427.00 |
| Deals | Deals |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Samsung Galaxy A27 or Samsung Galaxy A57 cheaper on contract?
Based on total cost of ownership, the Samsung Galaxy A27 is cheaper on contract at £356.76 over the life of the deal from £12.99 per month with £19.00 upfront.
Which has the better screen, the Samsung Galaxy A27 or Samsung Galaxy A57?
Both phones have a similar screen size at around 6.7", both screens are similarly sharp at around 385 pixels per inch, and both use Super AMOLED panels.
Which has the better camera, the Samsung Galaxy A27 or Samsung Galaxy A57?
The Samsung Galaxy A27 features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy A57 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 Samsung Galaxy A27 or Samsung Galaxy A57?
The Samsung Galaxy A27 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £317.00.
What storage options are available for the Samsung Galaxy A27 and Samsung Galaxy A57?
The Samsung Galaxy A27 is available in 128GB, 256GB, while the Samsung Galaxy A57 comes in 256GB.
What processors do the Samsung Galaxy A27 and Samsung Galaxy A57 use?
The Samsung Galaxy A27 is powered by the Qualcomm SM6475-AB Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 (4 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy A57 uses the Exynos 1580 (4 nm).
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Samsung Galaxy A27 or Samsung Galaxy A57?
The Samsung Galaxy A57 is the more portable of the two: it's 21g lighter at 179 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 162.2 x 77.5 x 7.4 mm, and is slimmer at 7.4mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the Samsung Galaxy A27 or Samsung Galaxy A57?
The Samsung Galaxy A27 is rated IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes), while the Samsung Galaxy A57 is rated IP68 dust tight and water resistant (immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min).
What operating system do the Samsung Galaxy A27 and Samsung Galaxy A57 run?
The Samsung Galaxy A27 runs Android and the Samsung Galaxy A57 runs Android 16. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.