Last updated: March 26th, 2026 at 16:12 UTC+01:00
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Much more than just a yearly name refresh.
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The Galaxy A56 was one of our favorite Samsung products of 2025. It was surprisingly snappy for its class, with smooth One UI performance and a far more responsive camera system than its predecessor.
Its sequel, the Galaxy A57, is now official. It brings a handful of meaningful upgrades, so let’s see how much better the 2026 model really is.
Instead of listing everything these two phones have and don't have in common, we'll make a quick summary of the key new and updated features A56 owners should be aware of. Without further ado:
On paper, the Galaxy A57 looks like a solid step up and should satisfy A-series fans hoping for solid, yearly incremental gains and upgrades.
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Samsung Galaxy A57 Bixby – Source: Max Jambor / SamMobile
Galaxy A57 display bezels
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Galaxy A56 software review – Source: Abhijeet Mishra / SamMobile
Galaxy A56 display bezels
That said, it’s not all good news. These upgrades, along with rising memory costs, have pushed the price higher. The Galaxy A56 launched at €479 in Europe and $499 in the US. Fast forward to 2026, and the Galaxy A57 added a premium of €50/$50 over the A56. The 2026 model starts at €529 and $549.
Trade-in offers, where available, could soften the blow and make upgrading worthwhile. And if you’re coming from an older Galaxy A5x model, the A57 should feel like a much bigger leap than last year’s upgrade.
Mihai is a blogger and column writer at SamMobile. His first Samsung phone was an A800 which took a lot of beating, and a part of him still misses the novelty of the clamshell design. In his free time, he enjoys watching shows, documentaries, and stand-up comedy; listening to music, taking walks, and occasionally playing old(er) video games.
