A few weeks ago, Samsung officially introduced the Galaxy A27 5G as the successor to the Galaxy A26 5G.
While both smartphones share many similarities, there are a few key upgrades that set the newer model apart.
Here’s a closer look at how they compare.
The Galaxy A27 5G measures 162.4 x 78.2 x 7.8 mm and weighs 200 grams, making it slightly shorter but a bit wider than the Galaxy A26 5G, which measures 164 x 77.5 x 7.7 mm and also weighs 200 grams.
Both devices feature a plastic frame with a glass back.
The biggest upgrade is durability. The Galaxy A27 5G comes with an IP64 rating, while the Galaxy A26 5G offers a higher IP67 rating for better dust and water resistance.
Overall, both phones have a similar design, but the Galaxy A26 5G provides better water resistance.
Both smartphones feature a 6.7-inch AMOLED display with a Full HD+ resolution of 1080 x 2340 pixels.
They are also protected by Corning Gorilla Glass Victus+ for improved scratch resistance.
Overall, there are no major display differences between the two devices.
The Galaxy A27 5G features a 50MP main camera, a 5MP ultrawide camera, and a 2MP macro camera.
Meanwhile, the Galaxy A26 5G also has a 50MP main camera and a 2MP macro camera, but uses a higher-resolution 8MP ultrawide camera.
For selfies, the Galaxy A27 5G comes with a 12MP front camera, while the Galaxy A26 5G features a 13MP shooter.
Overall, the Galaxy A26 5G has a slight advantage on paper with its higher-resolution ultrawide and selfie cameras.
This is where the biggest difference can be found.
The Galaxy A27 5G is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 chipset.
Meanwhile, the Galaxy A26 5G runs on Samsung’s Exynos 1380 processor.
Overall, the Galaxy A27 5G introduces a newer chipset, although real-world performance differences will still depend.
Both smartphones pack a 5,000mAh battery with support for 25W wired fast charging.
Overall, battery capacity and charging speeds remain unchanged.
The Samsung Galaxy A27 5G starts at PHP 18,990 for the 6GB + 128GB variant.
Meanwhile, the Galaxy A26 5G is priced at PHP 15,990 for the same 6GB + 128GB configuration.
The Galaxy A27 5G doesn’t offer a huge upgrade. Aside from the newer Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 chipset, the device still keeps the same AMOLED display, battery capacity, charging speed, and overall design.
However, the Galaxy A26 5G still holds an advantage in a few areas, including its IP67 dust and water resistance, higher-resolution 8MP ultrawide camera, and 13MP selfie camera, all at a lower starting price.
If your priority is getting Samsung’s newer chipset, the Galaxy A27 5G is the better choice. If you want better durability, slightly stronger camera hardware, and better value for money, the Galaxy A26 5G is still a good option.
Which one would you choose?
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