Samsung Galaxy A36 leads
by 10 points on overall. The category breakdown below shows where the gap comes from.
Galaxy A36 leads overall versus Galaxy A18 4G. Build: 47.3 vs 75.
Scoring profile: balanced
Samsung Galaxy A18 4G
Best for users who prioritize battery and software.
Samsung Galaxy A36
Best for users who prioritize performance and camera.
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Spec table
Start with the key differences, then expand a section to check the full specifications.
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Layout
Full side-by-side mode
Refresh Rate
Key differencePeak Brightness
Key differenceDisplay Protection
Key differenceDisplay Size
Resolution
Pixel Density
Panel Type
HDR Support
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A18 4G | Samsung Galaxy A36 |
|---|---|---|
Display Size Close match | 6.7" | 6.7" |
Resolution Close match | 1080 x 2340 | 1080 x 2340 |
Refresh Rate Samsung Galaxy A36 leads | 90Hz | 120HzBetter |
Peak Brightness Samsung Galaxy A36 leads | 775 nits | 1900 nitsBetter |
Pixel Density Close match | 385 ppi | 385 ppi |
Panel Type Close match | OLED | OLED |
HDR Support Close match | No | No |
Display Protection Samsung Galaxy A36 leads | Corning Gorilla Glass 3 | Corning Gorilla Glass Victus+Better |
RAM
Key differenceGeekbench (Single)
Key differenceGeekbench (Multi)
Key differenceChipset
Key differenceRAM Type
CPU Clock
CPU Cores
CPU Cluster Speeds
AnTuTu Score
Storage
Storage Type
GPU
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A18 4G | Samsung Galaxy A36 |
|---|---|---|
RAM Samsung Galaxy A36 leads | 4GB | 12GBBetter |
RAM Type Close match | LPDDR4X | LPDDR4X |
CPU Clock Close match | 2.4GHz | 2.4GHz |
CPU Cores Close match | 8 | 8 |
CPU Cluster Speeds Close match | 2x2.4GHz + 6x2.0GHz | 4x2.4GHz + 4x1.8GHz |
AnTuTu Score Different | 609489 | 613492 |
Geekbench (Single) Samsung Galaxy A36 leads | 980 | 1000Better |
Geekbench (Multi) Samsung Galaxy A36 leads | 2144 | 2917Better |
Storage Close match | 256GB | 256GB |
Storage Type Close match | UFS 2.2 | UFS 2.2 |
Chipset Samsung Galaxy A18 4G leads | Exynos 1610Better | Qualcomm SM6475-AB Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 (4 nm) |
GPU Different | Mali-G68 | Adreno 710 |
Rear Camera (All Lenses)
Key differenceRear Sensor Size
Key differenceOptical Image Stabilization
Key differenceMax Video Resolution
Key differenceFront Camera
Key differenceFront Aperture
Key differenceFront Video Resolution
Key differenceRear Camera
Rear Aperture
Optical Zoom
Digital Zoom
Front Sensor
Camera Features
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A18 4G | Samsung Galaxy A36 |
|---|---|---|
Rear Camera Close match | 50MP | 50MP |
Rear Camera (All Lenses) Samsung Galaxy A36 leads | 50MP + 5MP + 2MP | 50MP + 8MP + 5MPBetter |
Rear Sensor Size Samsung Galaxy A36 leads | 1/2.76 | 1/1.96Better |
Rear Aperture Close match | f/1.8 | f/1.8 |
Optical Zoom Close match | None (no telephoto) | None (no telephoto) |
Digital Zoom Close match | 10x | 10x |
Optical Image Stabilization Samsung Galaxy A36 leads | No | YesBetter |
Max Video Resolution Samsung Galaxy A36 leads | 1080p@30fps | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps, gyro-EISBetter |
Front Camera Samsung Galaxy A18 4G leads | 13MPBetter | 12MP |
Front Sensor Different | 13MP 1/3.1" front camera | 12MP front camera |
Front Aperture Samsung Galaxy A18 4G leads | f/2.0Better | f/2.2 |
Front Video Resolution Samsung Galaxy A36 leads | 1080p@30fps | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps, 10-bit HDRBetter |
Camera Features Close match | LED flash, panorama, HDR | LED flash, panorama, HDR |
Galaxy A36 is the better choice overall. Key differences: Galaxy A36 scores higher for camera (65.9 vs 40.1). Galaxy A18 4G lasts longer on a charge (about 8.6h vs 7.6h of estimated screen-on time). However, Galaxy A18 4G lasts longer on a charge.
Galaxy A36 scores higher overall than Galaxy A18 4G once each category is weighted. Chipset: Exynos 1610 vs Qualcomm SM6475-AB Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 (4 nm) That makes Galaxy A36 the safer all-round pick, though Galaxy A18 4G may lead in specific areas.
Best for users who need long battery life. Galaxy A18 4G provides extended usage with strong software.
Best for users who prioritize performance and camera. Galaxy A36 excels in processing power and multitasking.
Non-PTA
PTA
| Price | Samsung Galaxy A18 4G | Samsung Galaxy A36 |
|---|---|---|
| Non-PTA | -- | ≈ Rs 59,615 |
| PTA | -- | Rs 119,999 |
≈ Converted from a fetched price. Store offers, when available, are listed separately.
Choosing between Samsung Galaxy A18 4G and Samsung Galaxy A36 can be tough. This comparison breaks down performance, camera, battery, and listed pricing so you can decide faster.
We focus on practical differences that impact daily use, not just spec sheet noise.
Samsung Galaxy A36 scores higher overall once each category is weighted, making it the safer all‑round pick.
Samsung Galaxy A36 is the better choice overall, winning in 4 key categories.
The top differences are: Refresh Rate (Samsung Galaxy A36 advantage), Peak Brightness (Samsung Galaxy A36 advantage), Display Protection (Samsung Galaxy A36 advantage), RAM (Samsung Galaxy A36 advantage), Geekbench (Single) (Samsung Galaxy A36 advantage).
Samsung Galaxy A36 delivers better camera performance overall.
Samsung Galaxy A18 4G offers better battery endurance for heavy use.
Samsung Galaxy A18 4G: non-PTA not available; PTA not entered. Samsung Galaxy A36: non-PTA approximately Rs 59,615; PTA Rs 119,999. These are phone reference prices, not optional store offers.
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