Samsung updates the mid-segment: the Galaxy A36 and Galaxy A56 get major improvements
By ForGeeks Samsung will unveil two new mid-segment smartphones in the coming months – the Galaxy A36 and the Galaxy A56 – that promise to attract attention with improved specs and features.
Samsung will unveil two new mid-range smartphones in the coming months.
New levels of performance and fast charging
According to TUV Rheinland certification, both devices will support 45-watt wired charging, which is a notable step forward for smartphones in this category. This makes the Galaxy A36 and Galaxy A56 among the fastest-charging mid-range phones available in the global market.
The Galaxy A36 and Galaxy A56 will be among the fastest-charging mid-range phones available.
This charging technology has previously appeared in some Galaxy C, Galaxy F and Galaxy M series devices, but those models were limited to specific markets. Now, the fast charging feature will be available to users around the world.
And now, the fast charging feature will be available to users around the world.
Design and display: elegance and functionality
Galaxy A36 and A56 will get Super AMOLED displays, providing rich colors and deep blacks. The exterior of the devices feature «Key Island» design buttons on the right side of the body and a triple camera positioned vertically on the back. However, the Galaxy A36 will have slightly thicker display bezels than its more powerful Galaxy A56 counterpart.
The Galaxy A36 will have a slightly thicker display frame than its more powerful Galaxy A56 counterpart.
Powerful processors and long-term support for updates
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The Galaxy A36 will be powered by the Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 chipset, while the Galaxy A56 will be equipped with the more powerful Exynos 1580 processor. Both devices will have eight-core processors with four high-performance cores, but the Exynos 1580 delivers significantly faster performance and improved graphics thanks to a powerful GPU.
Snapdragon 6 Gen 3.
Samsung continues to show its commitment to long-term support: both smartphones will come preloaded with Android 15 and One UI 7 and could receive up to six major OS updates, a rarity for mid-range devices.
Cameras, autonomy and extra features
Galaxy A36 and Galaxy A56 will get a main 50 MP camera and a front 12 MP camera, which will allow for high-quality photos both day and night. The devices will also feature 5G, GNSS, Bluetooth 5.3 or 5.4, NFC, a USB Type-C port, stereo speakers, IP67 protection and a 5000 mAh battery, making them a practical choice for most users.
The Galaxy A56 will have a 50 MP camera and IP67 protection and a 5000 mAh battery, making it a practical choice for most users.
Conclusion
With the launch of the Galaxy A36 and Galaxy A56, Samsung strengthens its position in the mid-range segment by offering powerful devices with attractive designs and extensive features. With fast charging, long-lasting support for updates and high-end features, these models are poised to become some of the most popular smartphones of 2025.
The Galaxy A36 and Galaxy A56 are the most popular smartphones of 2025.
