Samsung Galaxy A57 5G review: slimmer design and faster chip but battery life falls short

The Samsung Galaxy A57 5G is positioned as a premium mid‑range smartphone. It features a thinner, lighter aluminum body, upgraded IP68 water‑resistance, Wi‑Fi 6E, Bluetooth 6.0 and the new Exynos 1680 processor, delivering roughly 10‑15 % faster CPU performance and noticeably stronger GPU results compared with its predecessor, the A56. The 6.7‑inch Super AMOLED display is brighter (about 1300 nits) and supports a 120 Hz refresh rate, while the device retains a 5000 mAh battery and adds 45 W fast charging.

Despite these improvements, reviewers note several drawbacks. Battery endurance, although marginally longer in active use (about two extra hours), is considered disappointing because the capacity is unchanged and real‑world life is perceived as lower than the A56. The phone still uses USB 2.0, which is outdated for 2026, and Samsung has not updated its Bluetooth codec support. Camera performance remains solid but unexceptional for the price tier. The A57 5G commands a higher retail price, which reduces its value proposition for owners of the older A56.

Overall, the Galaxy A57 5G offers a high‑quality build, long‑term software updates (six Android upgrade cycles) and better performance, but its modest battery gains and limited connectivity upgrades may deter upgrades from recent Samsung mid‑range models.