Samsung Galaxy A57 5G

The Samsung Galaxy A57 5G is a premium mid-range smartphone that combines a large 120Hz Super AMOLED+ display, 5G connectivity, a modern Exynos processor, a versatile triple-camera system, a durable glass-and-aluminum design, and long-term Android software support. Announced on March 25, 2026, the Galaxy A57 5G was released on April 9, 2026 and is available in several storage and RAM configurations.

With its slim 6.9 mm body, 179-gram weight, IP68 water and dust resistance, stereo speakers, 5,000mAh battery, and 45W wired charging, the Galaxy A57 5G is designed to offer a balanced combination of performance, durability, multimedia capabilities, and everyday usability.

Design and Build

The Galaxy A57 5G has a slim and lightweight design measuring 161.5 × 76.8 × 6.9 mm and weighing 179 grams. Its construction combines a glass front protected by Corning Gorilla Glass Victus+, an aluminum frame, and a glass rear panel also protected by Gorilla Glass Victus+.

The phone is available in four colors: Navy, Gray, Icyblue, and Lilac. Its relatively thin profile gives it a modern appearance while keeping the device comfortable to carry.

Samsung also gives the Galaxy A57 5G an IP68 rating for dust and water resistance, meaning the phone is dust-tight and designed to withstand immersion in up to 1.5 meters of fresh water for up to 30 minutes under specified laboratory conditions.

For biometric security, the phone features an optical fingerprint scanner built into the display.

SIM and Network Connectivity

The Galaxy A57 5G supports GSM, HSPA, LTE, and 5G network technologies. Depending on the market and model, it supports either a Nano-SIM combined with an eSIM or more advanced multi-SIM configurations.

The listed dual-SIM/eSIM configuration supports Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM + eSIM + eSIM, with a maximum of two SIM profiles active at the same time.

5G connectivity provides access to compatible next-generation cellular networks, while 4G LTE, 3G, and GSM support ensures compatibility with older mobile networks where available.

Display

One of the main highlights of the Galaxy A57 5G is its 6.7-inch Super AMOLED+ display. The screen has a resolution of 1080 × 2340 pixels, a 19.5:9 aspect ratio, and an approximate pixel density of 385 pixels per inch.

The display supports a 120Hz refresh rate, allowing animations, scrolling, compatible games, and supported applications to appear smoother than on conventional 60Hz panels.

Samsung also lists support for HDR10+, making the display capable of presenting compatible HDR content with improved contrast and a wider range of brightness.

Brightness is rated at up to 1,200 nits in High Brightness Mode (HBM) and up to 1,900 nits peak brightness, helping improve outdoor visibility in bright conditions.

The screen is protected by Corning Gorilla Glass Victus+, providing additional resistance against scratches and accidental damage.

Software and Operating System

The Galaxy A57 5G launches with Android 16 and Samsung's One UI 8.5 interface.

Samsung lists support for up to six major Android OS updates, giving the phone a long software-support lifecycle. This makes the device suitable for users who intend to keep their smartphone for several years rather than replacing it frequently.

One UI provides Samsung's customized Android experience, including Samsung-specific interface features, multitasking tools, personalization options, security features, and integration with other Galaxy devices and services.

Performance and Hardware

The Galaxy A57 5G is powered by Samsung's Exynos 1680, manufactured using a 4nm process.

The processor uses an octa-core CPU configuration consisting of:

• 1 × 2.9 GHz Cortex-720
• 4 × 2.6 GHz Cortex-720
• 3 × 1.95 GHz Cortex-520

Graphics processing is handled by the Xclipse 550 GPU.

The combination of the 4nm chipset and high-refresh-rate display is designed to provide responsive performance for everyday applications, multitasking, streaming, photography, social media, and gaming.

Memory and Storage

The Galaxy A57 5G is offered in several RAM and storage combinations:

• 128GB storage + 8GB RAM
• 256GB storage + 8GB RAM
• 256GB storage + 12GB RAM
• 512GB storage + 12GB RAM

Storage uses UFS 3.1 technology, which provides fast data access and application loading.

There is no microSD card slot, so buyers should choose their storage capacity carefully because additional storage cannot be added through a memory card.

Camera System

Samsung equips the Galaxy A57 5G with a triple rear-camera system.

The primary camera is a 50-megapixel wide-angle sensor with an f/1.8 aperture, a 1/1.56-inch sensor size, 1.0µm pixels, phase-detection autofocus, and optical image stabilization (OIS).

The main camera is accompanied by a 12-megapixel ultrawide camera with an f/2.2 aperture and a 13mm equivalent focal length. It has a 1/3.06-inch sensor and 1.12µm pixels, making it useful for capturing landscapes, architecture, group photographs, and other scenes where a wider field of view is useful.

The third rear camera is a 5-megapixel macro camera with an f/2.4 aperture, intended for close-up photography.

Camera features include Best Face, LED flash, panorama, and HDR.

Rear Camera Video

The rear camera system can record video at up to 4K resolution at 30 frames per second.

It also supports 1080p recording at 30fps and 60fps. Gyroscope-based electronic image stabilization (gyro-EIS) helps reduce unwanted camera movement during video recording.

Selfie Camera

On the front, the Galaxy A57 5G features a 12-megapixel wide-angle selfie camera with an f/2.2 aperture, a 1/3.2-inch sensor, and 1.12µm pixels.

The front camera supports 4K video recording at 30fps and 1080p video at 30fps. It also supports 10-bit HDR video, providing greater color depth and dynamic range when recording compatible content.

Audio

The Galaxy A57 5G features stereo speakers, providing a more immersive sound experience for videos, games, music, and other multimedia content.

There is no 3.5mm headphone jack, so wired headphones require a compatible USB Type-C connection or an appropriate adapter.

Wireless Connectivity

For wireless networking, the Galaxy A57 5G supports Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6E, with dual-band or tri-band operation depending on configuration and network environment. Wi-Fi Direct is also supported.

Bluetooth connectivity is provided through Bluetooth 6.0, with support for A2DP and Low Energy (LE).

The phone also supports NFC, although NFC availability can vary depending on the market or regional version.

For navigation and positioning, the device supports:

• GPS
• Galileo
• GLONASS
• BDS
• QZSS

There is no FM radio.

USB Connectivity

The Galaxy A57 5G uses a USB Type-C port with USB 2.0 connectivity and support for USB On-The-Go (OTG).

The USB-C port handles charging, wired data transfer, and compatible accessories.

Sensors

The phone includes a range of standard sensors:

• Optical under-display fingerprint sensor
• Accelerometer
• Gyroscope
• Proximity sensor
• Compass

These sensors support biometric authentication, screen behavior, motion detection, orientation, navigation, and various applications and games.

Battery and Charging

The Galaxy A57 5G is powered by a 5,000mAh battery.

It supports 45W wired charging, allowing the battery to be replenished considerably faster than standard low-wattage charging systems when used with compatible charging equipment.

Battery performance will naturally vary depending on network conditions, display brightness, refresh-rate settings, applications, camera use, gaming, and other factors.

Colors

The Samsung Galaxy A57 5G is available in:

• Navy
• Gray
• Icyblue
• Lilac

Models

The Galaxy A57 5G is available under several model numbers depending on the market:

• SM-A576B
• SM-A576B/DS
• SM-A576Q
• SM-A576U1
• SM-A576W
• SM-A576Z
• SM-A5760

Features such as SIM configuration, NFC availability, cellular bands, and other regional specifications may vary between individual models.

SAR Ratings

The listed SAR values for the Galaxy A57 5G are:

SAR:

• Head: 0.85 W/kg
• Body: 1.20 W/kg

EU SAR:

• Head: 0.70 W/kg
• Body: 1.07 W/kg

Samsung Galaxy A57 5G – Key Specifications

Conclusion

The Samsung Galaxy A57 5G is built around a combination of premium design, a high-refresh-rate AMOLED display, 5G connectivity, capable hardware, versatile cameras, a large battery, and long-term software support.

Its 6.7-inch 120Hz Super AMOLED+ display, Exynos 1680 4nm processor, up to 12GB of RAM and 512GB of UFS 3.1 storage, 50MP OIS main camera, 5,000mAh battery, and 45W charging give it a well-rounded hardware specification.

The inclusion of IP68 protection, Gorilla Glass Victus+, stereo speakers, an under-display fingerprint sensor, Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 6.0, and support for up to six major Android updates further expands its feature set.

Overall, the Galaxy A57 5G is positioned as a feature-rich Galaxy A-series smartphone aimed at users who want a large high-quality display, modern connectivity, capable cameras, solid everyday performance, and long-term software support in a relatively slim and lightweight design.