Samsung 85″ UHD 4K Smart QLED TV – Series 6 QA85Q60BAU

Overview

The Samsung Galaxy A36 5G succeeds the Galaxy A35 5G. It features a large 6.7-inch Super AMOLED screen display. It supports Nano-SIM and eSIM configurations (Dual SIM or dual eSIM stand-by depending on region). The device runs on Android 15 alongside Qualcomm's Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 (4 nm) processor. Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.4, GPS, NFC, and USB Type-C 2.0, boosted by 5G network coverage. The mobile features a triple-camera module on the rear and a single punch-hole selfie camera on the front. It is powered by a 5000mAh battery with upgraded 45W Super Fast Charging and is available in Lavender, Black, White, and Lime colors.

Display

The 6.7-inch display utilizes Super AMOLED technology with a 1080 x 2340 pixels resolution (~385 ppi density), a smooth 120Hz refresh rate, and HDR10+ support. Reaching up to 1200 nits High Brightness Mode (HBM) and 1900 nits peak brightness, the panel stays clear and readable in direct outdoor sunlight. Built-in automatic brightness and dark mode adjust contrast and fonts to protect your vision in low-light environments. Display protection is provided by Corning Gorilla Glass Victus+. Additionally, the phone features an IP67 water and dust resistance rating (up to 1 meter for 30 minutes).

Design

The Galaxy A36 5G measures 162.9 x 78.2 x 7.4 mm and weighs 195 grams. On the front and back is Corning Gorilla Glass Victus+, framed by a durable plastic body. Underneath the display sits an optical in-display fingerprint sensor. The volume rocker and power button are located on the right side of the frame. The top houses the dual SIM tray. Adopting the punch-hole design at the top center is the selfie camera appearing as an Infinity-O display. The backside holds a streamlined triple-camera layout with an LED flash. The lower bezel holds the speaker grille, microphones, and USB Type-C port. (Note: This model does not include a 3.5mm audio jack).

Camera

The Samsung Galaxy A36 5G carries a triple-camera setup on the rear:

• Main Camera: 50 MP, f/1.8 (wide), 1/1.96", PDAF, Optical Image Stabilization (OIS).

• Ultra-Wide Camera: 8 MP, f/2.2, 123˚ field of view.

• Macro Camera: 5 MP, f/2.4.

The LED flash, panorama, and HDR features enhance performance, allowing sharp images at night. Video recording supports 4K@30fps and 1080p@30/60fps with gyro-EIS.

The front camera is a 12 MP, f/2.2 (wide) sensor designed for detailed selfies. It supports 10-bit HDR and records video in 4K@30fps and 1080p@30fps.

Performance

The Galaxy A36 5G runs on Android 15 with One UI 7, promising up to 6 major Android OS upgrades and 6 years of security patches. The processor is the 4nm Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 chipset tagging along with an Octa-core CPU (4x2.4 GHz Cortex-A78 & 4x1.8 GHz Cortex-A55). Combined with the Adreno 710 GPU and a 15% larger vapor chamber, it handles graphics customization, multitasking, and demanding games while keeping thermal throttles low. 5G support ensures smooth online connectivity.

Data Security

The phone features an optical under-display fingerprint sensor. It is protected by Samsung Knox Vault (EAL5+ certified) for hardware-level security. Standard Android security (PIN, pattern, password) and fast facial recognition via the front camera are also present.

Connectivity

• Wi-Fi: Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct.

• Bluetooth: Bluetooth 5.4 with A2DP and LE for swift connections to wireless headsets and sound systems.

• USB: OTG-compatible USB Type-C 2.0 port.

• NFC: Supported (market/region dependent).

• Sensors: Under-display optical fingerprint sensor, accelerometer, gyro, compass, and virtual proximity sensing.

• Navigation: GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS, and QZSS positioning.

Storage & RAM

The Samsung Galaxy A36 5G is available in two high-tier 256GB storage configurations:

• 256 GB storage + 8 GB RAM

• 256 GB storage + 12 GB RAM

(Note: The Galaxy A36 5G does not feature a microSD card slot for expandable storage).

Battery

This mobile comes with a non-removable 5000 mAh Li-Po battery that easily lasts through a full day of heavy use. Upgraded to 45W Super Fast Charging, it recharges from 0% to ~65% in 30 minutes, taking under 70 minutes for a full charge.