Should you buy Samsung Galaxy A57 in 2026?
Yes, it's a good buy now if it fits how you use your phone.
- 6 years of promised software updates left.
- The official price went up to ₹62,999 on 7 September 2026 (it was ₹56,999) and hasn't come back down, so waiting may not help.
₹62,999 today, checked 19 October 2026. Our verdict combines 10 published reviews and tests (listed under Sources) with our daily price checks. We haven't tested this phone in hand yet.
The official price went up to ₹62,999 on 7 September 2026 (it was ₹56,999) and hasn't come back down, so waiting may not help.
Buy it if
- You keep a phone for years (6 years of updates)
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Better for some buyers
- Vivo V80 (₹62,999): A slim, light phone with a big battery and a proper 3x zoom camera for portraits.Compare
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- Oppo Reno 16 (₹66,999): A small, premium-feeling phone with four 50MP cameras, a 3.5x zoom and long battery life.Compare
Common questions
- Is Samsung Galaxy A57 worth buying in 2026?
- Yes, it's a good buy now if it fits how you use your phone. 6 years of promised software updates left. The official price went up to ₹62,999 on 7 September 2026 (it was ₹56,999) and hasn't come back down, so waiting may not help.
- Who should not buy Samsung Galaxy A57?
- Most buyers will be happy with it. The biggest catch: Priced high for its speed, and prices went up in India (August 2026) and the US (October 2026).
- Who is Samsung Galaxy A57 best for?
- You keep a phone for years (6 years of updates).
- What should I buy instead of Samsung Galaxy A57?
- Vivo V80 at ₹62,999 is the closest rival. A slim, light phone with a big battery and a proper 3x zoom camera for portraits.