Samsung Galaxy A35 vs Samsung Galaxy A36

Our verdict: For those who want a bigger display, the Samsung Galaxy A36 delivers at 6.7". At just 195g, the Samsung Galaxy A36 is the more pocket-friendly option. For those who prefer to buy upfront, the Samsung Galaxy A35 starts from £179.99 unlocked.

Screen
6.6" 6.7"
Display
Super AMOLED Super AMOLED
Resolution
1080 x 2340 1080 x 2340
Pixels Per Inch
390 385
Rear Camera
50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
13 Megapixels 12 Megapixels
Chipset
Exynos 1380 (5 nm) Qualcomm SM6475-AB Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 (4 nm)
Storage
128GB, 256GB 128GB, 256GB
OS
Android 14 Android 15
SIM Type
Nano SIM nano-SIM and e-SIM
Connectivity
Up to 5G Up to 5G
Wi-Fi
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6
Bluetooth
5.3 with A2DP, LE 5.4, A2DP, LE
Dimensions
161.7 x 78 x 8.2 mm 162.9 x 78.2 x 7.4 mm
Weight
209 grams 195 grams
Water Resistance
IP67 - Dust and water resistant IP67 dust/water resistant (up to 1m for 30 min)
Contracts
£13.79/mo (£29.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£179.99 £204.99
Samsung Galaxy A35 Samsung Galaxy A35 Samsung Galaxy A36 Samsung Galaxy A36
Screen 6.6" 6.7"
Display Super AMOLED Super AMOLED
Resolution 1080 x 2340 1080 x 2340
Pixels Per Inch 390 385
Rear Camera 50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 13 Megapixels 12 Megapixels
Chipset Exynos 1380 (5 nm) Qualcomm SM6475-AB Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 (4 nm)
Storage 128GB, 256GB 128GB, 256GB
OS Android 14 Android 15
SIM Type Nano SIM nano-SIM and e-SIM
Connectivity Up to 5G Up to 5G
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6
Bluetooth 5.3 with A2DP, LE 5.4, A2DP, LE
Dimensions 161.7 x 78 x 8.2 mm 162.9 x 78.2 x 7.4 mm
Weight 209 grams 195 grams
Water Resistance IP67 - Dust and water resistant IP67 dust/water resistant (up to 1m for 30 min)
Contracts £13.79/mo
£29.00 upfront
SIM-free £179.99 £204.99
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which has the better screen, the Samsung Galaxy A35 or Samsung Galaxy A36?

The Samsung Galaxy A36 has the bigger screen at 6.7" compared to the Samsung Galaxy A35's 6.6", both screens are similarly sharp at around 390 pixels per inch, and both use Super AMOLED panels.

Which has the better camera, the Samsung Galaxy A35 or Samsung Galaxy A36?

The Samsung Galaxy A35 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 Samsung Galaxy A35 or Samsung Galaxy A36?

The Samsung Galaxy A35 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £179.99.

What storage options are available for the Samsung Galaxy A35 and Samsung Galaxy A36?

The Samsung Galaxy A35 is available in 128GB, 256GB, while the Samsung Galaxy A36 comes in 128GB, 256GB.

What processors do the Samsung Galaxy A35 and Samsung Galaxy A36 use?

The Samsung Galaxy A35 is powered by the Exynos 1380 (5 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 Samsung Galaxy A35 or Samsung Galaxy A36?

It's a trade-off: the Samsung Galaxy A36 is lighter but the Samsung Galaxy A35 is more compact. It's 14g lighter at 195 grams, though the Samsung Galaxy A35 is actually the more compact phone at 161.7 x 78 x 8.2 mm, the Samsung Galaxy A36 is slimmer at 7.4mm thick.

Which is more water resistant, the Samsung Galaxy A35 or Samsung Galaxy A36?

The Samsung Galaxy A35 is rated IP67 - Dust and water resistant, while the Samsung Galaxy A36 is rated IP67 dust/water resistant (up to 1m for 30 min).

What operating system do the Samsung Galaxy A35 and Samsung Galaxy A36 run?

The Samsung Galaxy A35 runs Android 14 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.