The Samsung Galaxy A57 5G arrives with a 6.7-inch Super AMOLED screen and weighs just 179 grams, consolidating itself as one of the most compact mid-range options on the market. Lançado on Japão at the end of April with a price of 79,800 yen on the official Samsung website, the device offers solid specifications, but without major differences compared to its predecessor Galaxy A56 5G. The analysis of the American Gizmodo confirms that, despite specific improvements, the smartphone lacks clear advantages that justify its immediate choice.
Compact Design that stands out among competitors
At just 6.9 millimeters thick, the Galaxy A57 5G surpasses direct rivals in lightness and compactness. The Pixel 10a, equipped with a 6.3-inch screen, weighs 183 grams and is 9 millimeters thick. The Nothing Phone 4a Pro is 7.95 millimeters thick and 210 grams, while the OnePlus 15R reaches 8.1 millimeters and 213 grams. Para consumers with a budget close to 500 dollars, the ratio between screen size and weight puts the Samsung in an advantageous position.
The glossy back finish, available in navy, grey, lilac and ice blue, feels premium in lighter colors but easily marks fingers. The double protection of Gorilla Glass Victus+ on the front and back, combined with IP68 certification for water and dust resistance, guarantees durability. The flat screen contributes to grip comfort, unlike models with curved edges.
Tela and performance maintain standard without major jumps
The 6.7-inch Super AMOLED screen with 2340 x 1080 pixels resolution offers 120Hz refresh rate and HDR10+ support. The thin edges create a premium visual impression incommensurate with the price. Sob direct sunlight, colors remain sharp, although the panel has moderate reflection that may harm outdoor use without additional protection.
The fingerprint reader integrated below the screen works accurately, although there is a noticeable delay between reading and recognition. The installed processor is the Exynos 1680 of the Samsung, offering incremental improvement over the Exynos 1580 of the Galaxy A56. The CPU, GPU and NPU have marginal gains that are unlikely to be noticed in conventional use.
Confira the main technical details of the device:
- Tela Super 6.7-inch AMOLED with 120Hz and HDR10+
- Processador Exynos 1680 with new ISP (Processador of Sinal of Imagem)
- 5000mAh Bateria with 45W fast charging
- Main Câmera retained from previous model
- Peso weighs 179 grams and is 6.9 millimeters thick
- Proteção IP68 and Gorilla Glass Victus+
- One UI 8.5 with Android 16
- Seis generations of OS updates and six years of security
Bateria and camera gain from chip optimizations
The 5000mAh battery with a capacity identical to the Galaxy A56 offers extended autonomy thanks to the more efficient processor. Usuários with eight to ten hours of screen time a day can maintain a ten percent charge until 9 pm. 45W charging allows you to go from twenty to one hundred percent in approximately one hour, equaling the Galaxy S26 Plus.
The Exynos 1680’s new ISP improves image processing without changing the physical sensor. The photos are of higher quality compared to the previous model, partially compensating for the lack of hardware upgrades in the camera. Durante hot weather testing on Delhi, on Índia the device heated up moderately without compromising performance.
Para GPS navigation, communication on WhatsApp and Slack, access to social networks such as X and Instagram, as well as video streaming, the device works without crashes or freezes. Não has practical limitations in typical everyday use.
Software brings updates for six years with some intrusions
One UI 8.5, based on Android 16, offers an intuitive experience with a promise of six years of security updates. The system is accessible and stable, however the excessive volume of pre-installed applications from Samsung and Microsoft creates discomfort. Muitos could be disabled or removed during initial configuration.
The Glance feature, which displays AI content on the lock screen, operates intrusively even after disabling it in settings. Ele keeps changing wallpapers and displaying news without explicit user authorization. The Gemini voice assistants from Google and Bixby from Samsung are available, but basic requests such as activating dark mode on the Bixby require an internet connection, making local control impossible.
The Galaxy A57 5G consolidates a safe proposition for those looking for compactness and a quality screen in the mid-range. The battery and camera improvements do not eliminate the feeling that the general specifications remain close to the predecessor. Como stated Gizmodo’s review, an upcoming promotion would make the investment considerably more attractive than the current launch price.
