Galaxy A36 5G: Sleek & Powerful Entertainer Offering Awesome Intelligence

Durable & Eye-Catching New Slimmer Design With A Stylish Twist & Cutting-Edge Technology

You shouldn’t have to choose between a phone that lasts and a phone that looks good. With the Galaxy A36 5G, Samsung has eliminated that compromise, delivering a device that’s as resilient as it is elegant. The Galaxy A36 5G is a durable yet stylish device that comes with cutting-edge technology and minimalist design that turns heads – making it both a fashion statement and a technological powerhouse.

With Samsung’s “Awesome Intelligence”, Galaxy A series users can look forward to a collection of AI-powered features designed to enhance your mobile experience. The Galaxy A36 5G in particular, has the perfect balance of fashion and functionality combining a slimmer, more refined design and the impressive durability features. You can now show up and show out in a range of stylish colours¹ that include Awesome Lime and Awesome Black^[1] – allowing you to pick the ideal hue for you.

The Galaxy A36 5G allows you to make a statement with a mix of minimalism and durability. It has a sleeker design and a larger 6.7″ FHD+ Super AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate^[2], compared to its predecessors. Designed to provide a more immersive viewing experience, particularly for gaming, video watching and browsing – you can now dive into your favourite content on a larger screen with vibrant sound.

With immersive and powerful features, the Galaxy A36 5G is an ideal companion for gaming, social media and entertainment. Powered by an Octa-core processor with a 15% larger vapor chamber and 5,000 mAh battery – Galaxy A36 5G offers smoother gameplay and long-lasting performance. Harness the full power of this processor with a robust CPU, GPU and NPU – made to multi-task, play games and stream your favourite shows.

This Galaxy A36 5G is built with a higher peak brightness of 1,200 nits^[3], slimmer bezels and flat side frame – offering a slim, stylish feel and finish. In addition, you can now stay connected throughout the day with the 5,000 mAh (typical) battery, giving you up to 29 hours of uninterrupted video playtime. Then, when it’s time to power up, quickly recharge with 45 W Super-Fast Charge^[4].

The Galaxy A36 5G features a clean, linear grouped camera layout with a premium glass back. The innovative camera features of the Galaxy A36 5G will allow you to transform your shots into flawless works of art. Also, you can capture stunning selfies with the 12 MP front camera and Video HDR, remove unwanted objects with Object Eraser^[5] and enhance your photos with one-of-a-kind Filters^[6].

The Enhanced Object Eraser effortlessly removes unwanted people from the background, while Edit Suggestion^[7] adds the perfect finishing touch. This sleek device comes with an IP67 rating^[8] that ensures resistance to dust and, it can withstand submersion in water up to 1 meter for 30 minutes.

The Galaxy A36 5G is also equipped with Corning Gorilla Glass Victus+ protection^[9] that enhances its resistance to scratches and cracks, thereby protecting the display and back of the device. With options for 6GB, 8GB or 12GB Memory and 128GB or 256GB storage^[10]; you’ll have ample space to snap your best shots and store all your favourite photos and videos.

Also, you can now rest easy knowing your files and sensitive data are secure with EAL5+ certified Samsung Knox Vault, paired with six (6) generations of OS upgrades and six (6) years of security updates¹¹. Samsung provides extended software support for the A36, including multiple OS upgrades and security updates^[11] – which contributes to its long-term reliability.

And furthermore, Samsung South Africa in partnership with AURA, recently launched Samsung SOS+ – a free-to-use, 24/7 private emergency response access, exclusive to the new Galaxy A56, A36 and A26. In an emergency situation and on demand, the service will immediately geolocate you and send traceable private security and medical emergency services, giving you peace of mind wherever you are in South Africa^[12].

With a 12-month free access offered as a launch promotion^[13] for devices purchased between 01 May and 06 November 2025, users can access the service through the Samsung Members app, a dedicated toll-free number and the Samsung SOS+ app available on the Google Play Store. 

To find out more about Galaxy A36 5G and other Galaxy smartphones, please visit: Samsung Newsroom, Samsung Mobile Press and Samsung.com.

^[1]Terms & Conditions Apply. Colour availability may vary by country, region or carrier.

^[2]Terms & Conditions Apply. Colour and model availability may vary depending on country, region or carrier

^[3]Measured diagonally, the screen size is 6.7″ in the full rectangle and 6.5″ accounting for the rounded corners. Actual viewable area is less due to the rounded corners and the camera hole.

^[4]1,200 nits in High Brightness Mode (HBM).

^[5]Typical value tested under third-party laboratory condition. Typical value is the estimated average value considering the deviation in battery capacity among the battery samples tested under IEC 61960 standard. Rated (minimum) capacity is 4,860 mAh. Actual battery life may vary depending on network environment, usage patterns and other factors. Actual battery life varies by network environment, features and apps used, frequency of calls and messages, the number of times charged, and many other factors. Estimated against the average usage profile compiled by UX Connect Research. Independently assessed by UX Connect Research between 2025.01.16-2025.01.27 in UK with pre-release versions of SM-A266 5G under default setting using LTE and 5G Sub6 networks. NOT tested under 5G mmWave Network.

^[6]Compared to the previous model. Results may vary based on the images and the object you’re trying to remove. Results may vary depending on light condition and/or shooting conditions, including multiple subjects, being out of focus or moving subjects.

^[7]Filters feature is unavailable in the 3:4 64MP aspect ratio setting. Its availability might differ based on device model and software version. Filter availability may vary based on resolution and aspect ratio settings.

^[8]Edit Suggestion is compatible with certain file formats. Edit results and quality may vary depending on the photography condition. Accuracy of results is not guaranteed.

^[9]Based on lab test conditions for submersion in up to 1 meter of freshwater for up to 30 minutes. Not advised for beach or pool use. Water and dust resistance of the device is not permanent and may diminish over time due to normal wear and tear.

vCorning® Gorilla® Glass Victus®+ is applied to the front and rear of the device. Corning® Gorilla® Glass Victus®+ back glass does not include camera glass. Frame does not include volume and side keys or SIM tray.

^[10]Memory/storage options and availability may vary by country, region or carrier. Available memory/storage capacity is subject to preloaded software

^[11]Availability and timing of Android OS upgrades and security updates may vary by device model and market.

^[12]AURA has partnered with the best private security & medical companies across South Africa to ensure that you have help wherever you may be. AURA has a live coverage map to see specifically where the services cover you based on your location. AURA currently covers all population centres including all major cities, towns and even certain informal settlements.

^[13]Terms & Conditions Apply. All participants during the term of this Promotion agree to be bound by the following Terms and Conditions. https://www.samsung.com/za/offer/samsung-sos-plus-terms/