The Samsung Galaxy A57 5G sits at the top of Samsung's current A-series range — a larger 120Hz Super AMOLED+ display with HDR10+, a 50MP OIS main camera with a genuinely useful 12MP ultrawide, full IP68 water resistance, and 45W fast charging, all built to feel closer to flagship than budget. AZ Electronics stocks it brand new and factory unlocked in 128GB and 256GB, from £269.99, as international stock with UK dispatch. It's not a flagship, and it doesn't pretend to be one — but for buyers who want most of the premium experience without the premium price, it's currently the most complete phone in Samsung's A-series lineup.
BUY NOW — Samsung Galaxy A57 5G
Quick verdict
- Best for: Buyers who want the best screen, camera and charging speed Samsung's A-series offers, without stretching to a flagship price.
- Consider it if: You'd genuinely notice the difference between a good and a great mid-range camera, want HDR10+ for streaming/video, or simply want the "best" A-series phone.
- Skip it if: Budget is the priority — the A27 5G or A37 5G deliver most of the everyday experience for considerably less.
- Storage choice: 128GB covers most users comfortably; 256GB is worth it if you shoot a lot of photo/video or keep large offline libraries.
- Current AZ Electronics option: 128GB from £269.99, 256GB from £299.99 — both in stock across four colours each.
Price and value in the UK
Samsung's own UK consumer pricing starts at £529 RRP for the 256GB model; the 128GB tier is sold in the UK primarily through Samsung's Enterprise Edition range at £489 RRP (Samsung Newsroom UK). AZ Electronics currently sells the same 8GB-RAM specification for £269.99 (128GB) and £299.99 (256GB), as international stock rather than Samsung UK retail stock. That's a substantial saving versus RRP — but as always, prices and stock move, so check today's price on the product pages before ordering.
Important: this is international stock, not Samsung UK retail stock
Every A57 5G unit AZ Electronics sells is international stock, UK dispatch — shipped from the Manchester warehouse rather than sourced through Samsung's UK retail channel. That means:
- You're covered by AZ Electronics' own 12-month seller warranty, not Samsung UK's manufacturer warranty.
- It's factory unlocked and its 5G bands cover EE, O2, Vodafone and Three.
- Box contents, documentation and minor software details can differ slightly from a UK-retail unit — check the current product listing for confirmed box contents.
- AZ Electronics is an independent retailer of genuine international-market stock, not a Samsung UK-authorised reseller.
Key specifications
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Display | 6.7" Super AMOLED+, 120Hz, FHD+ (1080×2340), HDR10+ |
| Chipset | Exynos 1680 (4nm) |
| RAM | 8GB (both storage tiers, AZ stock) |
| Storage | 128GB or 256GB, UFS 3.1, no card slot |
| Rear camera | 50MP wide (OIS, f/1.8) + 12MP ultrawide + 5MP macro |
| Front camera | 12MP with Super HDR |
| Battery | 5,000mAh, 45W Super Fast Charging 2.0 |
| Durability | IP68 (dust-tight, submersible to 1.5m/30 min), Gorilla Glass Victus+ |
| Software | Android 16, One UI 8.5, up to 6 major OS updates, 6 years security updates |
| Weight/size | 179g, 161.5 × 76.8 × 6.9mm |
| Colours | Awesome Gray/Grey, Awesome Icyblue, Awesome Lilac, Navy |
128GB vs 256GB: which should you buy?
Choose 128GB if:
- Your usage is messaging, social apps, streaming and browsing
- You back up photos/video regularly rather than keeping everything on-device
- You want to save £30 without giving anything else up
Choose 256GB if:
- You shoot a lot of photo/video, especially 4K
- You keep large offline libraries for travel
- You install multiple large games and don't want to manage storage
- You plan to keep the phone 3+ years and want long-term headroom
There's no microSD expansion on the A57 5G, so — as with the A37 5G — whatever tier you choose is fixed for the phone's life.
Camera
The step up from the A37 5G is the ultrawide lens — 12MP here versus 8MP on the A37 — plus Super HDR on the front camera for better-exposed selfies and video calls in tricky lighting. This is the most capable camera system in Samsung's current A-series, without reaching genuine flagship-level computational photography.
Display
A 120Hz Super AMOLED+ panel with HDR10+ support is a genuine upgrade for anyone who streams a lot of video — HDR10+ content looks noticeably richer than on the A27 or A37's standard AMOLED panels.
Battery, charging and everyday feel
The same 5,000mAh/45W Super Fast Charging 2.0 combination as the A37 5G, in a slightly smaller, lighter body (179g vs 196g) — a genuinely comfortable phone to hold and use one-handed despite the large screen.
Durability
Full IP68 water and dust resistance with Gorilla Glass Victus+, matching the A37 5G and a clear step up from the A27 5G's IP64 rating.
Software and long-term support
Android 16 with One UI 8.5, and Samsung's commitment to up to 6 major OS updates plus 6 years of security updates.
Is the A57 5G a sensible alternative to a flagship?
For most everyday use — messaging, social media, streaming, photos, browsing — the honest answer is yes: the 120Hz AMOLED+ screen, OIS camera and fast charging cover what most people actually notice day to day. Where a genuine flagship still pulls ahead is raw processing power for demanding tasks and top-tier computational photography in the most challenging conditions. If neither of those applies to you, the money saved is hard to argue with.
Who should buy the Galaxy A57 5G?
Buyers who want the best possible screen, camera and charging speed available in Samsung's A-series, and who'd rather save several hundred pounds than stretch for a flagship they won't fully use.
Who should spend less?
If the extra camera/display polish over the A37 5G isn't something you'd actually notice day to day, the Galaxy A37 5G delivers most of the same durability and charging speed for less.
Is the Samsung Galaxy A57 5G worth buying?
Yes, for UK buyers who want Samsung's most complete A-series experience — strong display, camera and charging — without flagship pricing, provided you're comfortable with international stock and AZ Electronics' own 12-month warranty rather than Samsung UK's manufacturer warranty.
Where to buy the Samsung Galaxy A57 5G in the UK
AZ Electronics stocks both storage tiers, brand new and factory unlocked, with same-day UK dispatch on orders before 2pm and a 12-month seller warranty.
BUY GALAXY A57 128GB BUY GALAXY A57 256GB
Browse the wider range in our Samsung Phones collection.
FAQ
Is the Samsung Galaxy A57 5G worth it?
Yes, if you want the best display, camera and charging speed Samsung's A-series currently offers.
Is the Galaxy A57 5G unlocked?
Yes, every unit is factory unlocked and SIM-free.
Does it work on EE, O2, Vodafone and Three?
Yes — its 5G bands cover all major UK networks.
Should I buy 128GB or 256GB?
128GB suits most everyday users; 256GB is worth it for heavy photo/video use or long-term storage headroom.
Is this Samsung UK stock?
No — it's international stock with UK dispatch, backed by AZ Electronics' 12-month seller warranty rather than Samsung UK's manufacturer warranty.
Is the A57 5G better than a flagship?
No — it's a strong alternative for everyday use, not a flagship replacement for demanding tasks like heavy gaming or professional photography.
What warranty does AZ Electronics provide?
A 12-month seller warranty on every phone sold.