Samsung Galaxy A27 in Kenya
The Samsung Galaxy A27 5G price in Kenya is KES 32,500 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.
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 32,500 |
Design:
The Galaxy A27 x 7.8 mm (6.38 x 3.08 x 0.31 in) and weighs 200 grams (7.05 oz). The build is Gorilla Glass Victus+ on the front display and the glass rear, while the frame is plastic. IP64 means it is dust protected and splash proof. The side-mounted fingerprint sensor takes care of biometric unlocking. Available in 4 colors: Black, Blue, Light Green and Light Pink.
Display:
The Galaxy A27 display with a resolution of 1080 x 2340 pixels (385 ppi) and a 120Hz refresh rate, protected with Corning Gorilla Glass Victus+ rated at Mohs level 5. The FHD+ Super AMOLED display delivers Samsung’s trademark deep blacks, vibrant colors and powerful contrast. 385 ppi means crisp text and graphics. At 120Hz, scrolling and animations in One UI are silky 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:
Snapdragon 6 6GB or 8GB RAM, gives smooth mid-range performance for all the normal Kenyan everyday tasks and light gaming. The Adreno 710 GPU comfortably handles everyday graphics, casual gaming and the camera’s 4K video processing. With One UI 8.5 on Android 16 and 6 guarantyd Android upgrades, this phone will stay current and highly maintained. Android update commitment up to about Android 22. All Galaxy A-series phones come with Samsung Knox security.
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.
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.