Samsung Galaxy A27 Features and Price in Kenya
The Samsung Galaxy A27 5G price in Kenya is KES 36,000 with a 2-year warranty and a 6-month screen warranty included. Announced June 19, 2026, the Galaxy A27 brings the Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 on 4nm with up to 6GB or 8GB RAM, a 50MP f/1.8 OIS PDAF main camera, a 6.7-inch FHD+ Super AMOLED at 120Hz protected by Gorilla Glass Victus+ on both front and back, and upto 6 guaranteed Android upgrades. A27 is available in Black, Blue, Light Green, and Light Pink.
Design:
The Galaxy A27 measures 162.4 x 78.2 x 7.8mm and weighs 200 grams. The build uses Gorilla Glass Victus+ on both the front display and the glass back, with a plastic frame. IP64 provides dust protection and water splash resistance. The side-mounted fingerprint sensor handles biometric unlocking. Available in four colours: Black, Blue, Light Green, and Light Pink.
Display:
The Galaxy A27 carries a 6.7-inch Super AMOLED display at 1080 x 2340 pixels (385 ppi) running at 120Hz with Corning Gorilla Glass Victus+ protection at Mohs level 5. The FHD+ Super AMOLED panel delivers Samsung's characteristic deep blacks, vivid colour reproduction, and strong contrast. The 385 ppi renders text and images sharply. The 120Hz refresh rate keeps everyday scrolling and One UI animations smooth.
Camera:
The Galaxy A27 carries a triple rear camera system: a 50MP main camera (f/1.8, 1/2.76-inch, 0.64µm, PDAF, OIS), a 5MP ultrawide (f/2.2, 1/5.0-inch, 1.12µm), and a 2MP macro camera. The main camera records 4K video at 30fps with gyro-EIS stabilisation and supports 720p at 480fps slow-motion. The ultrawide extends the framing range for group shots and landscapes. The 12MP selfie camera (f/2.2, autofocus) records 1080p at 30fps, with autofocus enabling sharper portraits at varying distances.
Performance:
The Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 on 4nm with 6GB or 8GB RAM delivers smooth mid-range performance for all standard Kenyan daily tasks and moderate gaming. The Adreno 710 GPU handles everyday graphics, casual games, and the camera's 4K video processing confidently. One UI 8.5 on Android 16 with 6 guaranteed Android upgrades ensures the phone remains current and well-supported. Android update commitment extends through approximately Android 22. Samsung Knox security is present across all Galaxy A-series phones.
Connectivity:
The Galaxy A27 connects to 5G and 4G LTE on Safaricom, Airtel, and Telkom Kenya. Wi-Fi 5 dual-band with Wi-Fi Direct covers home and office wireless. Bluetooth 5.1 handles wireless accessories. Multi-constellation GPS with Galileo, GLONASS, BDS, and QZSS covers navigation. NFC availability is unspecified in the official spec sheet, confirm with Smartphones Planet Kenya if tap-to-pay is a priority. USB-C 2.0 with OTG supports charging, data, and peripheral connections. No 3.5mm headphone jack is included. The microSDXC slot uses a shared SIM slot, see the disclosure box above for the practical implication of this design.
Battery and Charging:
The Galaxy A27 carries a 5,000mAh battery with 25W wired charging reaching 45% in 30 minutes. The 5,000mAh cell provides reliable all-day endurance for typical Kenyan daily use. The 25W charging is the same speed as the Galaxy S25 and A56 in this catalogue, restoring meaningful charge during a brief midday plug-in. No wireless charging is stated in the specification sheet.
Samsung Galaxy A27 Full Specifications:
| Network | GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G |
| Announced | June 19, 2026 |
| Released | June 2026 |
| Dimensions | 162.4 x 78.2 x 7.8 mm |
| Weight | 200g |
| Build | Gorilla Glass Victus+ front, Gorilla Glass Victus+ back, plastic frame |
| SIM | Nano-SIM + eSIM, or Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
| Water Resistance | IP64 (water splashes) |
| Display | 6.7-inch Super AMOLED, 1080 x 2340px, 385ppi, 19.5:9, 120Hz, Gorilla Glass Victus+ Mohs level 5 |
| OS | Android 16, One UI 8.5 (6 major Android upgrades committed) |
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 (SM6475-AB, 4nm) |
| CPU | Octa-core (4x2.4GHz Cortex-A78 + 4x1.8GHz Cortex-A55) |
| GPU | Adreno 710 |
| RAM and Storage | 6GB/128GB or 8GB/256GB |
| Card Slot | microSDXC via shared SIM slot (dual SIM and microSD cannot be used simultaneously) |
| Main Camera | 50MP f/1.8 OIS PDAF (wide, 1/2.76-inch, 0.64µm) |
| Ultrawide Camera | 5MP f/2.2 (1/5.0-inch, 1.12µm) |
| Macro Camera | 2MP |
| Camera Features | LED flash, HDR, panorama |
| Camera Video | 4K at 30fps, 1080p at 30fps, 720p at 480fps slow-motion, gyro-EIS |
| Selfie Camera | 12MP f/2.2 autofocus (wide) |
| Selfie Video | 1080p at 30fps |
| Audio | Loudspeaker, no 3.5mm jack |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac), dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Bluetooth | 5.1, A2DP, LE, ASHA |
| NFC | Not specified in official spec sheet |
| GPS | GPS, Galileo, GLONASS, BDS, QZSS |
| USB | USB Type-C 2.0, OTG |
| Fingerprint | Side-mounted |
| Sensors | Accelerometer, gyro, compass, virtual proximity sensing |
| Desktop Mode | Samsung DeX |
| Battery | 5,000mAh |
| Wired Charging | 25W (45% in 30 min) |
| Wireless Charging | Not stated in spec sheet |
| Colours | Black, Blue, Light Green, Light Pink |
| Warranty | 2 years device + 6 months screen (Smartphones Planet Kenya) |
| Price in Kenya | KES 36,500 |
Who It's For
- Samsung Brand Mid-Range Buyers: Built for Kenyan buyers who want a complete Samsung mid-range package at KES 36,000, 5G ready, FHD+ Super AMOLED, OIS camera with 4K video, 6 Android upgrades, Samsung DeX, and Gorilla Glass Victus+ front and back.
- Video and Slow-Motion Creators: Ideal for Kenyan content creators and social media users who want 4K video recording with OIS and gyro-EIS stabilisation, plus 720p 480fps slow-motion, at a mid-range price with Samsung's camera processing.
- Productivity-Focused Mid-Range Buyers: A strong choice for Kenyan professionals who want Samsung DeX for desktop-like productivity when connected to an external display, backed by a Snapdragon 6 Gen 3, 6 Android upgrades, and One UI 8.5.
Samsung Galaxy A27 Frequently Asked Questions:
- Can I use two SIM cards and a microSD card in the Galaxy A27 at the same time? No. The A27's microSD slot shares one SIM position. You can use two SIMs with no microSD, or one SIM plus a microSD, not all three simultaneously. The eSIM variant lets you keep a second line on eSIM while using the physical slot for a microSD card.
- What does the Galaxy A27's 6-month screen warranty cover? The A27 comes with a dedicated 6-month screen warranty on top of the standard 2-year device warranty, providing extra display coverage during the period the phone is most at risk without a case. Confirm exact terms and the claims process with Smartphones Planet Kenya at purchase.
- Does the Samsung Galaxy A27 have NFC for tap-to-pay? NFC is not confirmed in the official Galaxy A27 specification sheet. Confirm directly with Smartphones Planet Kenya before purchase if tap-to-pay functionality is important to your decision.
- Does the Galaxy A27 support 5G on Safaricom Kenya? Yes. The Galaxy A27 carries the Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 with an integrated 5G modem, compatible with Safaricom's expanding 5G network in Nairobi and other covered areas.
- Samsung Galaxy A27 vs Tecno Camon 50 Pro, which should I buy? The A27 wins on 5G, 4K video recording (the Camon 50 Pro has no 4K), 6 Android upgrades vs 3, Samsung DeX, Samsung Knox, and the 6-month screen warranty. The Camon 50 Pro wins on its 3x periscope telephoto zoom and IP68+IP69K full water resistance vs the A27's IP64 splash protection only.
- How long will the Samsung Galaxy A27 receive software updates? The Galaxy A27 carries Samsung's commitment of 6 major Android upgrades from Android 16, taking it through approximately Android 22, one of the longest software support commitments at this price point in the Smartphones Planet Kenya catalogue.
- What is Samsung DeX and does the Galaxy A27 support it? Yes, the Galaxy A27 supports Samsung DeX. Connect the A27 to an external monitor via a USB-C cable and it transforms into a desktop-like interface with windowed apps, a taskbar, and full keyboard and mouse support, no dock required.