| Name | Samsung Galaxy A57 | Samsung Galaxy S26 |
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| MSRP | $549.99 | $899.99 |
| Released | Apr 2026 | Mar 2026 |
| Availability | Available | Available |
| Check price: | Samsung, Amazon | Samsung, Amazon |
| Operating system | ||
| Operating system (OS) | Android 16 | Android 16 |
| Latest OS update? | - | - |
| Display specifications | ||
| Display type | AMOLED | AMOLED |
| Display size (inch) | 6.7″ | 6.3″ |
| Resolution (H×W) | 2340×1080 | 2340×1080 |
| Aspect ratio (H:W) | 19.5:9 | 19.5:9 |
| Pixel density (PPI) | 385 PPI | 411 PPI |
| HDR support (types) | HDR10+ | HDR10+ |
| Refresh rate (max) | 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Hardware | ||
| Chipset | Exynos 1680 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 |
| GPU | Xclipse 550 | Adreno 840 |
| CPU cores | 8-core | 8-core |
| CPU clock speed (max) | 2.9 GHz | 4.74 GHz |
| RAM options (GB) | 8 GB | 12 GB | 12 GB |
| Memory options (GB) | 128 | 256 | 512 | 256 | 512 |
| Memory card slot? (microSD) | ❌ | ❌ |
| Main camera layout | ||
| Primary (wide) | 50 MP | 50 MP |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 12 MP |
| Telephoto | ❌ | 10 MP |
| Optical zoom | ❌ | 3× |
| Other cameras (macro/depth) | 5 MP macro | ❌ |
| Main camera features | ||
| Photo HDR? | ✔ | ✔ |
| Video HDR? | ❌ | ✔ |
| 8K video? | ❌ | 24/30 fps |
| 4K video? | 30 fps | 30/60 fps |
| 1080p video? | 30/60 fps | 30/60/120/240 fps |
| Other resolutions? | 720p@240 fps | ❌ |
| Selfie-camera layout | ||
| Primary | 12 MP wide | 12 MP wide |
| Secondary | ❌ | ❌ |
| Selfie-camera features | ||
| Face recognition? | Face unlock | Face unlock |
| Selfie photo HDR? | ✔ | ✔ |
| 4K selfie video? | 30 fps | 30/60 fps |
| 1080p selfie video? | 30/60 fps | 30 fps |
| Other resolutions? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Connectivity | ||
| SIM type? (physical) | Nano | Nano |
| Dual SIM? (card slots) | ✔ | ✔ |
| eSIM? | ✔ | ✔ |
| Cellular networks | 5G | 5G |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6e | Wi-Fi 7 |
| Bluetooth | 6.0 | 5.4 |
| NFC? | ✔ | ✔ |
| Charging & data port | USB-C 2.0 | USB-C 3.2 |
| Battery, power & charging | ||
| Battery capacity (3.7V) | 5000 mAh | 4300 mAh |
| Wired charging speed? | 45 W | 25 W |
| Wireless charging? | ❌ | 15 Watt |
| Reverse wireless charging? | ❌ | ✔ |
| Audio | ||
| Speakers | 2.0 (stereo) | 2.0 (stereo) |
| 3.5 mm AUX out port? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Build & materials | ||
| IP-Code | IP68 | IP68 |
| Screen material | Gorilla Glass Victus+ | Gorilla Glass Victus 2 |
| Frame material | Aluminum | Aluminum |
| Back material | Gorilla Glass Victus+ | Gorilla Glass Victus 2 |
| Layout & design | ||
| Selfie camera placement? | Punch hole | Punch hole |
| Fingerprint sensor? | Under display | Under display |
| Special design features? | - | - |
| Color options: | Navy, Gray, Icyblue, Lilac | Cobalt Violet, Sky Blue, Black, White, Silver Shadow, Pink Gold |
| Size & weight | ||
| Size (cm H×W×D): | 16.15×7.68×0.69 | 14.96×7.17×0.72 |
| Size (inch H×W×D): | 6.36×3.02×0.27 | 5.89×2.82×0.28 |
| Weight (gram): | 179 | 167 |
| Weight (oz): | 6.31 | 5.89 |
| In the box | ||
| Cables? | USB-C to C | USB-C to C |
| Charger? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Adapters? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Other | SIM tool | SIM tool |
| More info | ||
| Model numbers | SM-A576 | SM-S942, SM-S9420 |
| User guide / manual | Not available | Not available |
| Official site link: | Samsung.com | Samsung.com |
| Check price & reviews | ||
| See price and reviews: | Samsung, Amazon | Samsung, Amazon |
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