82
“The Galaxy A57 is Samsung's best mid-range phone yet, and if that's the category you're shopping in, it's an easy recommendation.”
Assessed from verdict: 82/100 · 5mo ago
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Samsung Galaxy A57 5G
$549.99 · Samsung Exynos 1680 · 6 months old
75
Review
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Editor's Verdict
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Look, let's cut to the chase. The Samsung Galaxy A57 5G is, by all accounts, a very competent mid-range device. It nails the fundamentals: a vibrant AMOLED display that's a joy to look at, a battery that will see you through the day and then some, and a build that feels surprisingly premium for its segment. It's the kind of phone that does everything you realistically need it to without fuss, a sentiment echoed by many of my peers. If you're tired of the flagship price tags and just want a solid, reliable smartphone with a great screen and enduring power, the A57 is certainly on your radar. It’s a refreshing change of pace from some of the more spec-obsessed options out there.
However, at $549.99, the A57 finds itself in a precarious position. While it’s undeniably a well-rounded performer, the consensus is clear: it's a hard sell at this price point, especially when you consider the competition and the fact that it’s not quite the value proposition it used to be. You're paying a premium for the Samsung name and a polished software experience, and while that has its merits, it doesn't quite justify the current MSRP when more aggressive pricing exists elsewhere. If you can snag this on a significant sale, it becomes a much more compelling proposition, but as it stands, you'll want to weigh that premium carefully against what else is on the market.
Sanjiv Sathiah · Managing Editor
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“The Galaxy A57 is Samsung's best mid-range phone yet, and if that's the category you're shopping in, it's an easy recommendation.”
SamMobile · 82
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“A new processor, better water resistance and the subtlest of styling updates barely move the game on from the outgoing Galaxy A56.”
Stuff · 60
This meta-score blends 10 publisher scores with 4 assessed scores — real published reviews that didn’t print a number, which we rate 0–100 from the reviewer’s written verdict. Assessed reviews are labeled as such.
Tech publication reviews
81
GadgetGuyRead review ↗
“A good all-rounder in a more comfortable form factor, the Samsung Galaxy A57 suits those looking for a mid-range Android phone that should last a good number of years.”
Publisher score: 8.1/10 · 5mo ago
80
PCMag
“The Samsung Galaxy A57 is a midrange phone that combines good looks with a durable build, a bright screen, and a long-lasting battery, making it a compelling option for those who don't need a pricey flagship or the latest AI.”
Publisher score: 4/5 · 4mo ago
80
Trusted Reviews
“The Samsung Galaxy A57 5G nails the basics with a slim, premium-feeling design, a bright 6.7-inch AMOLED display and solid performance.”
Publisher score: 4/5 · 5mo ago
80
TechRadarRead review ↗
“The Samsung Galaxy A57 has a good-looking display, a relatively slender body, and software that's clean and easy to use.”
Publisher score: 4/5 · 5mo ago
80
Assessed from verdict: 80/100
80
GSMArenaRead review ↗
“The Galaxy A57 is a very balanced phone with hardly any shortcomings so it's well worth a recommendation, but until it gets a price cut, it will remain a hard sell.”
Publisher score: 4/5 · 6mo ago
79
Pokde.net
“The Samsung Galaxy A57 is a well-rounded midrange smartphone that nails the essentials.”
Publisher score: 7.9/10 · 5mo ago
78
“Samsung offers a great value phone with a premium feel, but fails to offer any significant upgrades over last year.”
Assessed from verdict: 78/100
70
GizmodoRead review ↗
“Samsung's Galaxy A57 5G has a refreshing build for a big phone and a very likeable software experience, but it isn't the same value as before.”
Publisher score: 3.5/5 · 5mo ago
70
Tech AdvisorRead review ↗
“Samsung has slimmed its mid-range champion down further, making it much nicer to live with than its predecessors.”
Publisher score: 3.5/5 · 5mo ago
70
Android AuthorityRead review ↗
“The Galaxy A57 5G is easy to like, but harder to justify compared to the competition.”
Publisher score: 7/10 · 4mo ago
61
“A slim design and excellent battery life weighed down by a camera system in desperate need of an overhaul.”
Assessed from verdict: 61/100 · 5mo ago
60
Stuff
“A new processor, better water resistance and the subtlest of styling updates barely move the game on from the outgoing Galaxy A56.”
Publisher score: 3/5 · 6mo ago
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Samsung Galaxy A57 5G review
“I tested the new Samsung Galaxy A57: the camera is just average, but it has one brilliant idea.”
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PCMagCoverage
Samsung Galaxy A57 5G Review: A Midrange Standout With a Vivid Display
“The Samsung Galaxy A57 is a midrange phone that combines good looks with a durable build, a bright screen, and a long-lasting battery, making it a compelling option for those who don't need a pricey flagship or the latest AI.”
Source page · 4mo ago
Android AuthorityCoverage
Samsung Galaxy A57 5G review
“The Galaxy A57 5G is easy to like, but harder to justify compared to the competition.”
Source page · 4mo ago
TechRadarCoverage
Samsung Galaxy A57 5G review
“The Samsung Galaxy A57 has a good-looking display, a relatively slender body, and software that's clean and easy to use.”
Source page · 5mo ago
Trusted ReviewsCoverage
Samsung Galaxy A57 5G Review: Big on screen but light on thrills
“The Samsung Galaxy A57 5G nails the basics with a slim, premium-feeling design, a bright 6.7-inch AMOLED display and solid performance.”
Source page · 5mo ago
Tech AdvisorCoverage
Samsung Galaxy A57 5G review
“Samsung has slimmed its mid-range champion down further, making it much nicer to live with than its predecessors.”
Source page · 5mo ago
StuffCoverage
Samsung Galaxy A57 5G review
“A new processor, better water resistance and the subtlest of styling updates barely move the game on from the outgoing Galaxy A56.”
Source page · 6mo ago
75
Samsung Galaxy A57 5G
Recorded price: $474.99128GB storage