Samsung Galaxy A36 review: A solid device to see out the 20s
The Samsung Galaxy A36 is a perfectly fine mid-range device that promises to last until the next decade, if you look after it.
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Pros
- 6 years OS and security updates
- Decent performance and battery life
- Really nice screen
Cons
- MicroSD card slot is gone
- No wireless charging
- 45W fast charger is an extra cost
It’s remarkable how much smartphone you get for around $500 these days. Samsung’s A36 is a little over that price point at $549, but it offers performance roughly on par with the Galaxy S20.
You also get a pretty impressive camera, a robust build with Gorilla Glass Victus+ front and back, and a stunning Samsung Super AMOLED display.
Samsung has been making excellent smartphones for over a decade now, so it’s a safe bet that the A36 won’t disappoint too much.
The bigger question is precisely where this phone fits into Samsung’s lineup. The A56 has a lot of the same specs, but costs $150 more, while the A26 this year is $50 cheaper, yet sacrifices a fair amount for that measly price difference.
