The A2x line is Samsung's cheapest series with 5G and a 120 Hz AMOLED. The A27 brought a new chip, while everything else stayed almost unchanged. Let's see whether it's worth paying more.
Short answer
Galaxy A27 - a newer and more efficient Snapdragon 6 Gen 3. Galaxy A26 - if you find it cheaper: the Exynos 1380 is still good, and according to its spec sheet the A26 has two physical SIMs and a memory card slot.
Key differences
| Spec | Galaxy A27 | Galaxy A26 |
|---|---|---|
| Chip | Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 | Exynos 1380 |
| Ultra-wide | 5 MP | 8 MP |
| Physical SIM | 1 (per spec sheet) | 2 |
| Memory card | not listed | yes |
| Dimensions / weight | 162.4 × 78.2 × 7.8 mm, 200 g | 164 × 77.5 × 7.7 mm, 200 g |
| Protection | IP64 | IP67 |
| Price | current prices | current prices |
The same: 6.7" Super AMOLED FHD+ 120 Hz, 8/256 GB, 5000 mAh, 25 W, 50 MP main camera, 4K video.
Chip
The Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 runs cooler and is more efficient. The Exynos 1380 is a proven mid-ranger with four big cores. In everyday tasks there's almost no difference.
Cameras
Interestingly, according to the spec sheets the A26's ultra-wide is 8 MP and the A27's is 5 MP. So for landscapes the A26 is even slightly better.
Verdict: who should buy which
- Newer model and longer support - Galaxy A27.
- Two SIMs and a memory card - Galaxy A26.
- Lowest price - whichever is cheaper right now.
FAQ
Is the battery the same?
Yes, 5000 mAh, 25 W.
Which chip does the Galaxy A27 use?
The Snapdragon 6 Gen 3.
Is there 4K video?
Yes, on both.