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Samsung Galaxy A36 5G

8GB/128GB

From KES 33,000.00-KES 39,600.00

Condition: new

  • RAM: 8GB
  • Storage: Up to 256GB 
  • Display: 6.7-inch, Super AMOLED, 120Hz, 1200 nits (HBM)
  • Main Camera: 50MP+8MP+5MP
  • Selfie Camera: 12 MP
  • OS: Android 15, One UI 7
  • Chipset: Qualcomm SM6475-AB Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 (4 nm)
  • CPU: Octa-core (4x2.4 GHz Cortex-A78 & 4x1.8 GHz Cortex-A55)
  • GPU: Adreno 710
  • Finger print: under display, optical
  • Battery: 5000mAh
  • Charging: 45W wired

KES 33,000.00

Samsung Galaxy A36 (5G) 8GB+128GB in Kenya:

The Samsung Galaxy A36 price in Kenya is KES 33,000 with a 2-year warranty included. Released in March 2025, the Galaxy A36 5G is Samsung's most complete mid-range phone of the year. It carries a 6.7-inch Super AMOLED display that peaks at 1,900 nits for crystal-clear outdoor visibility in Kenya's equatorial sunlight; a Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 processor on a 4 nm process for smooth daily performance; a 50 MP triple camera system with optical image stabilization and 4K video; and Samsung's market-leading promise of 6 major Android upgrades extending software support to 2031. Whether you are navigating Nairobi traffic on Google Maps, capturing content for your TikTok page, managing your M-Pesa business account, or staying connected on Safaricom's 5G network, the Galaxy A36 5G is built to handle every part of modern Kenyan life with confidence.

Key Features:

  • Super AMOLED display at 1,900 nit peak brightness: The 6.7-inch 120Hz panel remains clearly readable even in the harshest Nairobi sunlight, with vivid colours and deep blacks that make streaming, social media, and gaming genuinely enjoyable.
  • 50MP OIS triple camera with 4K video: Optical image stabilisation physically reduces blur in handheld shots, making it possible to capture sharp photos and smooth video whether you are at a Nairobi concert, walking along Diani Beach, or filming content for YouTube.
  • IP67 certified waterproofing: Fully submersible up to 1 metre for 30 minutes, giving real protection against Nairobi's long rainy seasons, poolside use at Karen or Westlands, and everyday accidental drops in water that damage lesser phones.
  • 6 major Android upgrades guaranteed: Samsung commits to software support until approximately 2031, which means security patches, new features, and AI improvements will keep arriving for years without needing to buy a new phone.
  • 45W fast charging reaches 66% in 30 minutes: A quick charge during a lunch break or between meetings is enough to power through the rest of a full Kenyan working day, even with heavy use.
  • Galaxy AI built in: Circle to Search, Live Translate, and Note Assist work across the phone to speed up research, translate conversations, and summarise long documents without switching apps or paying for extra tools.
  • 5G on Safaricom's network: Future-ready connectivity for Kenya's expanding 5G coverage in Nairobi, Mombasa, and other major towns, with faster download speeds for streaming, video calls, and cloud-based work.

Who It's For:

  1. Everyday Kenyan Users: Ideal for anyone upgrading from an older Samsung or budget phone who wants reliable 5G, a brilliant display, long-lasting software support, and Samsung Knox security to protect M-Pesa and banking credentials every day.
  2. Content Creators and Social Media Users: Perfect for Kenyan TikTok creators, YouTubers, and Instagram users who need a versatile OIS triple camera, 4K video capability, and a selfie camera with 10-bit HDR video to produce quality content without expensive gear.
  3. Students and Young Professionals: A strong choice for university students at the University of Nairobi, Kenyatta University, or Strathmore who need 5G connectivity, Galaxy AI productivity tools, solid battery life, and a phone that will receive updates throughout their entire degree and beyond.

Samsung Galaxy A36 Specifications and Features:

Product NameSamsung Galaxy A36
Model NumberSM-A366E, SM-A366E/DS, SM-A366B, SM-A366B/DS, SM-A366U, SM-A366U1
Price in KenyaKES 33,000
AnnouncedJanuary 2025
Release Date2025, March
Network Technology
  • GSM/HSA/LTE/5G
  • 2G Network: GSM 850/900/800/900
  • 3G Network: HSDPA 850, 900, 1700 (AWS), 1900 / 2100
  • 4G Network: LTE
  • 5G Network: SA/NSA/Sub6
  • Speed: HSPA, LTE, 5G
Screen Size6.7 inches, 110.2 cm2
Display
  • Type: Super AMOLED, 120Hz, 1200 nits (HBM)
  • Resolution: 1080 x 2340 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~385 ppi density)
  • Ratio: ~86.9% screen-to-body ratio
  • Protection: Corning Gorilla Glass 7+
  • Always-on display
RAM8GB
Storage (ROM)128GB, 256GB
SD Card SlotNo
SIM SlotNano-SIM + Nano-SIM + eSIM (maximum 2 at a time)
Design/Build
  • Glass front (Gorilla Glass 7+), plastic frame, glass back
  • IP67 dust/water resistant (up to 1 m for 30 min)
Operating SystemAndroid 15, One UI 7
ChipsetQualcomm SM6475-AB Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 (4 nm)
CPUOcta-core (4x2.4 GHz Cortex-A78 & 4x1.8 GHz Cortex-A55)
GPUAdreno 710
Performance Score
  • Gaming: 85%
  • Photography: 79%
  • Battery Efficiency: 100%
  • Heavy Duty: 85%
Main Camera
  • 50 MP, f/1.8, (wide), 1/1.96", PDAF, OIS
  • 8 MP, f/2.2, 123˚, (ultrawide), 1/4.0", 1.12µm
  • 5 MP, f/2.4, (macro)
  • Features: LED flash, panorama, HDR
  • Video: 4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps, gyro-EIS
Selfie Camera
  • 12 MP, f/2.0, (wide)
  • Features: Not Available
  • Video: 4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps
Wi-FiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth5.3, A2DP, LE
NFCYes (market/region dependent)
USBUSB Type-C 2.0, OTG
PositioningGPS, GALILEO, GLONASS, BDS, QZSS
RadioNo
Loud SpeakerYes, with stereo speakers
3.5mm jackYes
Battery5000mAh
Charging45W wired
Sensors/Features
  • Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
  • Circle to Search
ColorsBlue; other colors
Dimensions162.7 x 77.9 x 7.4 mm (6.41 x 3.07 x 0.29 in)
Weight195 g (6.88 oz)

Pros and Cons of Galaxy A36:

ProsCons
Super AMOLED display with 120Hz refresh rate and up to 1900 nits peak brightnessNo microSD card slot for expandable storage
Gorilla Glass Victus+ protection and IP67 water/dust resistancePlastic frame reduces premium feel
Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 chipset ensures solid mid-range performanceMacro lens offers limited practical use
Triple camera system with OIS and 4K video supportNo 3.5mm headphone jack
5000 mAh battery with 45W fast charging for quick top-upsCharging speed still behind some competitors offering 65W+

Samsung Galaxy A36 vs. Galaxy A26:

CategoryGalaxy A36Galaxy A26
LaunchAnnounced March 2, 2025; Released March 10, 2025Announced March 2, 2025; Released March 19, 2025
Build & ProtectionGlass front & back (Gorilla Glass Victus+), plastic frame; IP67Glass front & back (Gorilla Glass Victus+), plastic frame; IP67
Dimensions & Weight162.9 × 78.2 × 7.4 mm; 195 g164 × 77.5 × 7.7 mm; 200 g
SIM OptionsDual Nano-SIM + eSIM support (max 2 active)Dual Nano-SIM only
Display6.7" Super AMOLED, 120Hz, 1200 nits HBM, 1900 nits peak6.7" Super AMOLED, 120Hz, FHD+, no peak brightness spec
Resolution1080 × 2340 (~385 ppi)1080 × 2340 (~385 ppi)
ChipsetSnapdragon 6 Gen 3 (4 nm)Exynos 1380 (Global) / Exynos 1280 (LATAM) (5 nm)
CPU / GPUOcta-core (4×2.4 GHz Cortex-A78 & 4×1.8 GHz Cortex-A55); Adreno 710Octa-core (Global: 4×2.4 GHz Cortex-A78 & 4×2.0 GHz Cortex-A55; LATAM: 2×2.4 GHz Cortex-A78 & 6×2.0 GHz Cortex-A55); Mali-G68
Memory Options128GB (6/8GB RAM), 256GB (6/8/12GB RAM); UFS 2.2; No microSD128GB (4/6/8GB RAM), 256GB (6/8GB RAM); UFS 2.2; microSDXC (shared SIM slot)
Main CameraTriple: 50 MP OIS wide + 8 MP ultrawide + 5 MP macroTriple: 50 MP OIS wide + 8 MP ultrawide + 2 MP macro
Video Recording4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps, gyro-EIS4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps, 720p@480fps, gyro-EIS
Selfie Camera12 MP wide, 4K@30fps, HDR13 MP wide, 1080p@30fps
AudioStereo speakers, no 3.5mm jackLoudspeaker, no 3.5mm jack
ConnectivityWi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.4, NFC, GPS/GLONASS/GALILEO/BDS/QZSSWi-Fi 5, Bluetooth 5.3, NFC, GPS/GLONASS/GALILEO/BDS/QZSS
SensorsUnder-display optical fingerprint, accelerometer, gyro, compassSide-mounted fingerprint, accelerometer, gyro, compass
Battery5000 mAh, 45W wired (66% in 30 min, full in 68 min)5000 mAh, 25W wired
ColorsLavender, Black, White, LimeBlack, White, Mint, Peach Pink

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  • 2-year warranty included at no extra cost
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