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Series

Galaxy A1Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/smartphones/galaxy-a/galaxy-a18-light-blue-128gb-sm-a185flbdeubRead 13 October 2026

Galaxy A5Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/smartphones/galaxy-a/galaxy-a27-5g-black-128gb-sm-a276bzkbeubRead 10 October 2026Sold as Galaxy A27 5G in the Galaxy A series.

Model numbersiMaker identifiers for this exact model and its listed variants. Excludes sibling models and other generations.

SM-A185F, SM-A185F/DS, SM-A185FZKDEUB, SM-A185FLBDEUB, SM-A185FZSDEUB2Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 13 October 2026The spec feed names SM-A185F/DS. The UK store lists SKUs SM-A185FZKDEUB, SM-A185FLBDEUB and SM-A185FZSDEUB.3Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/card/detail/newhybrisRead 13 October 2026Samsung UK product card lists three SKUs for model SM-A185F/DS: Black SM-A185FZKDEUB, Light Blue SM-A185FLBDEUB and Silver SM-A185FZSDEUB, all 128 GB. The Latin American SM-A185M models are left out.4Maker spec sheet (PDF)images.samsung.com/is/content/samsung/p6/common/energylabel/common-energylabel-sm-a185flbdeub-productfiche.pdfRead 13 October 2026Item 2: model identifier SM-A185F/DS.8Spec databasegsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_a18-14941.phpRead 13 October 2026Models row lists SM-A185F, SM-A185F/DS, SM-A185M, SM-A185M/DS and SM-A185F/DSB. Only the F models sold in Europe are stored.

SM-A276B, SM-A276B/DS, SM-A276BZKBEUB, SM-A276BZBBEUB, SM-A276BZKCEUB, SM-A276BZBCEUB5Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/smartphones/galaxy-a/galaxy-a27-5g-black-128gb-sm-a276bzkbeubRead 10 October 2026Samsung UK page and support page list SM-A276BZKBEUB. The Samsung UK spec API returns the four SKUs SM-A276BZKBEUB, SM-A276BZBBEUB, SM-A276BZKCEUB and SM-A276BZBCEUB. The EU product sheet and label name the model SM-A276B/DS. GSMArena also lists SM-A276B.

GTIN / EAN

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AnnouncediThe maker's first announcement of this model. This is separate from first retail availability.

15 September 20268Spec databasegsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_a18-14941.phpRead 13 October 2026Announced 2026, September 15.

June 202611Spec databasegsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_a27_5g-14606.phpRead 10 October 2026Announced 10 June 2026 per GSMArena. Month precision stored since the launch article is dated 25 June.

Status

Available8Spec databasegsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_a18-14941.phpRead 13 October 2026Available. Released 2026, September 18.

Available11Spec databasegsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_a27_5g-14606.phpRead 10 October 2026

PredecessoriThe model this one directly replaced, in the same line, tier and size, as the maker or a trusted review names it.

Samsung Galaxy A17 4G9Reviewgsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_a18_4g-review-3004.phpRead 13 October 2026Review compares the phone with last year's Galaxy A17 4G.

Samsung Galaxy A26 5G12Press articlegsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_a27_5g_arrives_with_thinner_bezels_and_a_punch_hole_camera-news-73423.phpRead 10 October 2026GSMArena launch article calls the Galaxy A27 a modest update over the Galaxy A26.

SuccessoriThe model that directly replaced this one, in the same line, tier and size. A revision such as a Slim or OLED model does not count when a next generation exists.

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Launch price (US)iThe maker's US launch MSRP for the stated configuration, excluding tax. Current store prices and later discounts do not qualify.

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Launch price (EU)iThe maker's euro launch price for the stated configuration, including VAT as published. Current store prices and later discounts do not qualify.

From €27911Measurementgsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_a18_4g-review-3004p3.phpRead 13 October 202614Press articlesammobile.com/news/samsung-galaxy-a18-budget-phone-debuts-in-europe-for-eur-279Read 13 October 202615Press articlenewmobile.com/news/phones/recently-announced-samsung-galaxy-a18-4g-is-primarily-intended-for-samsung-not-for-youRead 13 October 2026

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MarketsiISO country or region codes where this exact model or variant is sold. A source page's language does not establish availability.

FR, GB, NL3Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/card/detail/newhybrisRead 13 October 2026Samsung UK lists the three SKUs as in stock. France is the first market per SamMobile and the Netherlands per NewMobile. A store listing is not proof of every other market.14Press articlesammobile.com/news/samsung-galaxy-a18-budget-phone-debuts-in-europe-for-eur-279Read 13 October 2026France is named as the first market.15Press articlenewmobile.com/news/phones/recently-announced-samsung-galaxy-a18-4g-is-primarily-intended-for-samsung-not-for-youRead 13 October 2026Article states the phone is available to order in the Netherlands.

GB, EU5Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/smartphones/galaxy-a/galaxy-a27-5g-black-128gb-sm-a276bzkbeubRead 10 October 2026UK (GB) retail model with the EU energy label and EU SAR record (EU). The same SM-A276B/DS identifier is used for the EU and the UK.

ColoursiThe maker's own colour names

Black, Silver, Light Blue1Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/smartphones/galaxy-a/galaxy-a18-light-blue-128gb-sm-a185flbdeubRead 13 October 2026Black, Silver and Light Blue as named in the Samsung UK page text.3Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/card/detail/newhybrisRead 13 October 2026Colour options Silver, Light Blue and Black.

Black, Blue, Light Pink5Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/smartphones/galaxy-a/galaxy-a27-5g-black-128gb-sm-a276bzkbeubRead 10 October 2026UK page: Black, Blue and Light Pink. Colour availability varies by country. GSMArena also lists Light Green for other markets.

Form factor

Bar2Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 13 October 2026

Bar1Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 10 October 2026

OS support period (claimed)iYears of OS updates promised by the maker. Do not convert a number of Android generations into years, or mix an EU minimum counted from end of sale with a launch-based promise.

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Security support period (claimed)iYears of security updates promised by the maker. State when the period starts in the source note. A regulatory minimum counted from end of market placement is a different basis.

6years1Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/smartphones/galaxy-a/galaxy-a18-light-blue-128gb-sm-a185flbdeubRead 13 October 2026Page footnote: up to six years of security updates from the first global launch date.

6years5Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/smartphones/galaxy-a/galaxy-a27-5g-black-128gb-sm-a276bzkbeubRead 10 October 2026Up to 6 years of security updates. Availability and timing may vary by model and market (footnotes 3 and 19).

Security updates untiliPublished end date of security support for the exact model. Do not calculate a date from a rounded number of years.

31 October 20322Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 13 October 2026Security Update Period (Valid until): 31 October 2032.

31 July 20321Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 10 October 2026Software Support row: security update period valid until 31 July 2032.

Body

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HeightiBody height in portrait orientation. Foldables use the unfolded body.

164.4mm2Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 13 October 2026

162.4mm1Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 10 October 2026

WidthiBody width in portrait orientation.

77.9mm2Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 13 October 2026

78.2mm1Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 10 October 2026

Thickness

7.7mm2Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 13 October 2026

7.8mm1Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 10 October 2026

Thickness with camera bump

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Folded dimensions

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WeightiHandset weight without accessories. Colour and material differences belong in variants.

196g(6.9 oz)2Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 13 October 2026

200g(7.1 oz)1Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 10 October 2026

Frame

Plastic8Spec databasegsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_a18-14941.phpRead 13 October 2026Build row: glass front (Gorilla Glass 3), plastic back, plastic frame.

Plastic11Spec databasegsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_a27_5g-14606.phpRead 10 October 2026Build: glass front, plastic frame, glass back (Gorilla Glass Victus+). The review states the middle frame is plastic.14Reviewgsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_a27-review-2977p2.phpRead 10 October 2026

Front

Corning Gorilla Glass 31Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/smartphones/galaxy-a/galaxy-a18-light-blue-128gb-sm-a185flbdeubRead 13 October 2026Page text: Corning Gorilla Glass 3 on the front of the device.

Corning Gorilla Glass Victus+5Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/smartphones/galaxy-a/galaxy-a27-5g-black-128gb-sm-a276bzkbeubRead 10 October 2026Footnote 11: Corning Gorilla Glass Victus+ is applied to the front and rear of the device. Rear glass excludes the camera glass. The frame excludes volume and side keys and the SIM tray.

BackiMaterial of the back cover as the maker names it. Aluminium is a metal back cover, as on a unibody. Silicone is a back the maker calls silicone, even with a leather or fabric look. A mixed back, such as metal with a glass insert, is Other.

Plastic8Spec databasegsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_a18-14941.phpRead 13 October 2026

Glass5Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/smartphones/galaxy-a/galaxy-a27-5g-black-128gb-sm-a276bzkbeubRead 10 October 2026Same footnote 11: Gorilla Glass Victus+ on the rear.

Dust and water rating

IP641Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/smartphones/galaxy-a/galaxy-a18-light-blue-128gb-sm-a185flbdeubRead 13 October 2026Page text and footnote: IP64, tested with 10 litres of fresh water per minute from all angles for 5 minutes.

IP645Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/smartphones/galaxy-a/galaxy-a27-5g-black-128gb-sm-a276bzkbeubRead 10 October 2026Footnote 11: rated IP64. Lab test of 10 litres of fresh water per minute from all angles for 5 minutes. No depth or time rating.

Water resistance depth

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Water resistance time

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MIL-STD-810

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SIM capacityiPhysical nano-SIM slots and maximum simultaneously active eSIMs. These counts are alternatives and must not be added to infer total active subscriptions.

Nano-SIMs2Active eSIM capacity0eSIM onlyNo2Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 13 October 2026Dual-SIM with nano-SIM (4FF). Active eSIM count 0 comes from the GSMArena review.11Measurementgsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_a18_4g-review-3004p3.phpRead 13 October 2026Two physical nano-SIM slots with two simultaneous LTE connections, no eSIM, and the second slot is a hybrid slot shared with microSD.

Nano-SIMs2eSIM onlyNo1Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 10 October 2026Samsung UK spec: dual SIM, nano-SIM (4FF), slot type SIM 1 plus hybrid (SIM or microSD). The UK model lists no eSIM. GSMArena notes a nano-SIM plus eSIM option in some markets.15Measurementgsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_a27-review-2977p3.phpRead 10 October 2026The review unit had two nano-SIM slots and no eSIM. The second slot is hybrid with microSD. Some markets use nano-SIM plus eSIM.

Stylus

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Stylus name

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Display

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Screen sizeiMaker diagonal for the main display as a full rectangle. Rounded corners and cutouts reduce the viewable area.

6.7in(17 cm)2Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 13 October 2026

6.7in(17 cm)1Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 10 October 2026Samsung lists 169.1 mm (6.7 inch full rectangle) and 164.5 mm (6.5 inch with rounded corners). The full rectangle is stored.

Resolution

1080 × 2340px2Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 13 October 2026

1080 × 2340px1Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 10 October 2026

Pixel density

384.7ppi=CalculatedFrom Screen size and Resolution

384.7ppi=CalculatedFrom Screen size and Resolution

Aspect ratio

19.5:98Spec databasegsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_a18-14941.phpRead 13 October 2026

19.5:911Spec databasegsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_a27_5g-14606.phpRead 10 October 2026

Display type

OLED2Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 13 October 2026Technology (Main Display): Super AMOLED.

OLED1Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 10 October 2026

Display type (as published)

Super AMOLED2Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 13 October 2026

Super AMOLED1Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 10 October 2026

Max refresh rateiHighest stated display refresh rate. Game-only or app-specific modes must be identified in the source note.

90Hz8Spec databasegsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_a18-14941.phpRead 13 October 2026Display row: Super AMOLED, 90Hz. The review says the phone only switches between fixed 60 Hz and 90 Hz.

120Hz1Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 10 October 2026

Min refresh rateiLowest stated adaptive display refresh rate. A variable refresh display does not itself prove an LTPO backplane.

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Touch sampling rateiStandard touch sampling rate the maker states. A figure the maker ties to a game, boost or instant mode goes in the instant field. When the maker names no mode, the figure is stored here and the source note quotes the wording.

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Instant touch samplingiHighest touch sampling rate the maker states for a game, boost or instant mode.

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Display brightness (typical, claimed)iMaker stated typical brightness, not a reviewer measurement or automatic outdoor mode. On a foldable, the main inner screen.

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Outdoor brightness (claimed)iMaker stated outdoor or high-brightness-mode value. A peak outdoor claim need not be full-screen sustained brightness.

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Peak display brightness (claimed)iManufacturer-stated peak brightness. Store HDR, window size and operating mode only as stated in the source note. Outdoor/HBM claims use the separate field. On a foldable, the main inner screen.

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Minimum brightness

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Colour depth per channeliBits for each RGB colour channel, not total bits per pixel. A 24-bit RGB pixel means 8 bits per channel. No native-versus-dithered assumption.

8bits2Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 13 October 2026Colour depth 16M colours, which is 8 bits per RGB channel.

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DCI-P3 coverage

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HDR playback formatsiHDR formats the phone can display or play back. Recorded video HDR formats use the separate video field.

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PWM dimming frequency

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Always-on display

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Front camera cutout

Notch8Spec databasegsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_a18-14941.phpRead 13 October 2026Review calls it the old teardrop notch. SamMobile calls it an Infinity-U notch.14Press articlesammobile.com/news/samsung-galaxy-a18-budget-phone-debuts-in-europe-for-eur-279Read 13 October 2026Report describes an Infinity-U notch.

Punch hole5Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/smartphones/galaxy-a/galaxy-a27-5g-black-128gb-sm-a276bzkbeubRead 10 October 2026Footnote 2: viewable area is less due to the rounded corners and the camera hole.

Cover screen sizeiThe outer screen of a foldable, or a second screen on the back of a phone, such as on the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max.

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Cover screen resolutioniWidth and height as the screen stands when the closed phone, or the phone with a rear screen, is held upright. Some makers print the long side first, such as Motorola's 1272 x 1080 for a screen that is 1080 px wide.

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Cover screen refresh rate

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Cover screen type

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Platform

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OS at launch

Android 175Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 13 October 2026Manual file name UG_EU_17 and cover text identify Android 17.12Measurementgsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_a18_4g-review-3004p4.phpRead 13 October 2026Review: Android 17 with One UI 9.

Android 1611Spec databasegsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_a27_5g-14606.phpRead 10 October 2026

Software

One UI 91Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/smartphones/galaxy-a/galaxy-a18-light-blue-128gb-sm-a185flbdeubRead 13 October 2026Page text: One UI 9.

One UI 8.55Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/smartphones/galaxy-a/galaxy-a27-5g-black-128gb-sm-a276bzkbeubRead 10 October 202611Spec databasegsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_a27_5g-14606.phpRead 10 October 2026

Latest stable OS (verified)iLatest stable OS explicitly verified for the exact model on the source accessed date. A downloadable manual, beta, or launch specification does not prove a stable update rollout.

Android 177Maker product pagedoc.samsungmobile.com/SM-A185F/040233261001/eng.htmlRead 13 October 2026Samsung update log for SM-A185F EUX: build A185FXXS1AZI4, Android 17, released 1 October 2026, security patch 5 September 2026.

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Chipset

Exynos 16108Spec databasegsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_a18-14941.phpRead 13 October 202612Measurementgsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_a18_4g-review-3004p4.phpRead 13 October 2026Review identifies the Exynos 1610 with a 4 GB and 128 GB review unit.

Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 36Maker product pagesamsung.com/us/smartphones/galaxy-a27-5gRead 10 October 2026Samsung US page: powered by the Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 processor. The GSMArena review confirms the same chipset for the international SM-A276B.11Spec databasegsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_a27_5g-14606.phpRead 10 October 2026Qualcomm SM6475-AB Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 (4 nm).

Process

5nm12Measurementgsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_a18_4g-review-3004p4.phpRead 13 October 2026Review text: a 5 nm Samsung 5LPE node. Samsung does not publish the node.

4nm11Spec databasegsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_a27_5g-14606.phpRead 10 October 2026

CPU cores

82Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 13 October 2026

81Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 10 October 2026

CPU configurationiCPU core counts, names and maximum clocks for the exact chipset configuration. Do not copy clocks from another regional chip or generic faster chip edition.

ASamsung Galaxy A18 4G

Count	Core	Max clock (GHz)
2	ARM Cortex-A78	2.4
6	ARM Cortex-A55	2

Source12Measurementgsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_a18_4g-review-3004p4.phpRead 13 October 2026Two 2.4 GHz Cortex-A78 and six 2.0 GHz Cortex-A55 cores. Samsung publishes only the 2.4 and 2 GHz speeds.

BSamsung Galaxy A27 5G

Count	Core	Max clock (GHz)
4	Cortex-A78	2.4
4	Cortex-A55	1.8

Source11Spec databasegsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_a27_5g-14606.phpRead 10 October 20264x2.4 GHz Cortex-A78 and 4x1.8 GHz Cortex-A55. Samsung's spec gives the same two clocks. The review text says up to 2.2 GHz for the A78 cores, which conflicts with Samsung and the spec table.

Max CPU clock

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GPU

Mali-G688Spec databasegsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_a18-14941.phpRead 13 October 2026

Adreno 71011Spec databasegsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_a27_5g-14606.phpRead 10 October 2026

NPU performance

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Memory

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RAM

4GB2Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 13 October 2026Tested UK SKU is 4 GB. Every Samsung and GSMArena source lists 4 GB only.

6, 8GB1Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 10 October 2026

RAM typeiActual installed memory technology published for the phone. A chipset supported-memory list does not prove which type this device uses.

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Storage (nominal)iManufacturer nominal capacity before formatting, not available space. Published TB values use decimal SI conversion, 1 TB = 1000 GB. Literal maker GB values stay as published.

64, 128, 256GB1Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/smartphones/galaxy-a/galaxy-a18-light-blue-128gb-sm-a185flbdeubRead 13 October 2026FAQ lists 64 GB, 128 GB and 256 GB built-in storage options. Availability differs by market.12Measurementgsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_a18_4g-review-3004p4.phpRead 13 October 2026Samsung confirmed a 64 GB model for some markets. A 128 GB review unit and a 256 GB version exist.

128, 256GB1Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 10 October 2026

Storage type

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Memory card

microSD (shares the SIM slot)2Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 13 October 2026SIM slot type: SIM 1 + Hybrid (SIM or MicroSD). The Samsung UK FAQ text calls it a dedicated slot. The spec table and GSMArena say shared, so shared is stored.

microSD (shares the SIM slot)1Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 10 October 2026

Max card size

2TB1Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/smartphones/galaxy-a/galaxy-a18-light-blue-128gb-sm-a185flbdeubRead 13 October 2026FAQ: microSD expansion up to 2 TB.

2TB1Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 10 October 2026

Rear cameras

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Physical rear camerasiOne row per physical imaging camera. Sensor crops, optical-quality zoom modes, autofocus laser and depth scanners do not add photographic lenses. A colour or multispectral sensor is not a camera row, even when the maker gives it a megapixel figure. A depth camera with its own megapixel figure, such as a 2 MP depth camera, is a row with the depth role. A ToF or lidar scanner is not a row.

ASamsung Galaxy A18 4G

Role	Resolution (MP)	Aperture (f/)	Focal length (35 mm equivalent) (mm)	Sensor optical format	Pixel size (µm)	Autofocus	OIS
Main	50	1.8	26	1/2.76 inch	0.64	PDAF	No
Ultrawide	5	2.2	17	1/5.0 inch	1.12	Not available	Not available
Macro	2	2.4	Not available	Not available	Not available	Fixed	Not available

Source2Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 13 October 2026Resolutions 50, 5 and 2 MP, f-numbers F1.8, F2.2 and F2.4 in that order, rear autofocus yes, rear OIS no. Sensor size, pixel size and focal lengths come from GSMArena. The macro f-number is the third listed value.8Spec databasegsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_a18-14941.phpRead 13 October 2026Main 1/2.76 inch, 0.64 um, 26 mm, PDAF. Ultrawide 1/5.0 inch, 1.12 um, 17 mm. Macro 2 MP. Selfie 13 MP, f/2.0, 27 mm, 1/3.1 inch, 1.12 um.13Reviewgsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_a18_4g-review-3004p5.phpRead 13 October 2026Review calls the 2 MP macro a fixed-focus module and the 5 MP ultrawide a 17 mm equivalent lens. The review summary line mentions OIS for the main camera. Samsung says no OIS and Samsung is stored.

BSamsung Galaxy A27 5G

Role	Resolution (MP)	Aperture (f/)	Focal length (35 mm equivalent) (mm)	Sensor optical format	Pixel size (µm)	Autofocus	OIS
Main	50	1.8	27	1/2.76 inch	0.64	PDAF	Yes
Ultrawide	5	2.2	16	1/5.0 inch	1.12	Not available	Not available
Macro	2	2.4	Not available	Not available	Not available	Not available	Not available

Source1Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 10 October 2026Samsung: rear 50.0 MP + 5.0 MP + 2.0 MP, apertures F1.8, F2.2 and F2.4, autofocus and OIS on the main camera. Role order follows resolution.11Spec databasegsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_a27_5g-14606.phpRead 10 October 2026Main 50 MP f/1.8 27 mm 1/2.76 inch 0.64 um PDAF OIS. Ultrawide 5 MP f/2.2 16 mm 1/5.0 inch 1.12 um. Macro 2 MP. Macro aperture f/2.4 is from Samsung's spec.

Number of rear cameras

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Main camera

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Longest physical-lens optical zoomiLargest optical zoom factor of a physical telephoto lens. Optical-quality sensor crops and advertised zoom ranges are excluded.

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Not available

Maximum photo digital zoomiHighest stated digital zoom for photos. Video zoom can have a different limit. A total zoom factor such as Up to 100x counts, also when the maker adds AI processing to it.

10×2Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 13 October 2026Rear camera zoom: digital zoom up to 10x.

10×1Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 10 October 2026

Flash

LED2Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 13 October 2026Rear Camera - Flash: Yes. The GSMArena spec page says LED flash.

LED1Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 10 October 2026Samsung: rear flash yes. GSMArena: LED flash.

Camera features

HDR, Portrait, Pro, Panorama, Food, Night, Macro, Slow motion, Hyperlapse, Fun5Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 13 October 2026Printed pages 31 and 32 list the shooting modes Portrait, Fun, Pro, Panorama, Food, Night, Macro, Slow motion and Hyperlapse. HDR comes from the GSMArena spec page.

Panorama, HDR11Spec databasegsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_a27_5g-14606.phpRead 10 October 2026

Maximum rear video rate per resolutioniHighest stated capture frame rate at each resolution, including slow-motion modes. Lens restrictions and cloud-processed output must be named in the source note.

ASamsung Galaxy A18 4G

Width (px)	Height (px)	Highest capture rate (fps)
1920	1080	30
1280	720	120

Source2Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 13 October 2026Video recording resolution FHD 1920 x 1080 at 30 fps. Slow motion 120 fps at HD, taken as 1280 x 720.13Reviewgsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_a18_4g-review-3004p5.phpRead 13 October 2026Recording tops out at 1080p30 with all cameras, and 720p is the other resolution with no 60 fps mode.

BSamsung Galaxy A27 5G

Width (px)	Height (px)	Highest capture rate (fps)
3840	2160	30
1920	1080	30
1280	720	240

Source1Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 10 October 2026Samsung lists 4K at 30 fps and slow motion 240 fps at HD. The 1080p 30 fps row comes from GSMArena.11Spec databasegsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_a27_5g-14606.phpRead 10 October 2026Video: 4K at 30 fps, 1080p at 30 fps, 720p at 480 fps, gyro-EIS. The 720p value stored is Samsung's 240 fps.

Max video resolution

1920 × 1080px=CalculatedFrom Maximum rear video rate per resolution

3840 × 2160px=CalculatedFrom Maximum rear video rate per resolution

Recorded video HDR formatsiHDR formats explicitly supported for recording. Display playback support does not establish camera recording support.

Not available

Not available

Log recording

Not available

Not available

Video recording codecsiCodecs explicitly documented for recorded video. Excludes playback-only codecs and container names such as MP4 and MKV.

H.264, HEVC13Reviewgsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_a18_4g-review-3004p5.phpRead 13 October 2026Default codec H.264, switchable to H.265 (HEVC) in settings.

Not available

Video stabilisation

Not available

Gyro EIS11Spec databasegsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_a27_5g-14606.phpRead 10 October 2026Video: gyro-EIS.13Reviewgsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_a27-review-2977.phpRead 10 October 2026

Maximum slow-motion capture rateiCaptured frames per second, not the playback rate. Recording resolution and supported camera belong in the source note.

120fps2Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 13 October 2026Slow Motion: 120fps at HD.

240fps1Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 10 October 2026Samsung lists slow motion 240fps at HD (720p). GSMArena lists 720p at 480 fps. The maker figure is stored.

Front camera

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Front camerasiOne row per physical front imaging camera. Depth or face authentication components are not additional selfie cameras.

ASamsung Galaxy A18 4G

Role	Resolution (MP)	Aperture (f/)	Focal length (35 mm equivalent) (mm)	Sensor optical format	Pixel size (µm)	Autofocus	OIS
Main	13	2	27	1/3.1 inch	1.12	Fixed	No

Source2Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 13 October 2026Front camera 13 MP, F2.0, no autofocus, no OIS.8Spec databasegsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_a18-14941.phpRead 13 October 2026Single 13 MP, f/2.0, 27 mm, 1/3.1 inch, 1.12 um. Samsung states no autofocus.13Reviewgsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_a18_4g-review-3004p5.phpRead 13 October 2026Selfie camera focus is fixed.

BSamsung Galaxy A27 5G

Role	Resolution (MP)	Aperture (f/)	Focal length (35 mm equivalent) (mm)	Sensor optical format	Pixel size (µm)	Autofocus	OIS
Main	12	2.2	25	1/3.2 inch	1.12	Fixed	No

Source1Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 10 October 2026Samsung: 12.0 MP, F2.2, no autofocus, no OIS.11Spec databasegsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_a27_5g-14606.phpRead 10 October 202612 MP f/2.2 25 mm 1/3.2 inch 1.12 um.

Maximum front video rate per resolutioniHighest stated front-camera frame rate at each resolution, including slow motion where documented.

ASamsung Galaxy A18 4G

Width (px)	Height (px)	Highest capture rate (fps)
1920	1080	30

Source8Spec databasegsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_a18-14941.phpRead 13 October 2026Selfie camera video: 1080p at 30 fps.

BSamsung Galaxy A27 5G

Width (px)	Height (px)	Highest capture rate (fps)
1920	1080	30

Source11Spec databasegsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_a27_5g-14606.phpRead 10 October 2026

Front autofocus

No=CalculatedFrom Front cameras

No=CalculatedFrom Front cameras

Audio

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Stereo speakers

No2Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 13 October 2026Stereo Support: No.11Measurementgsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_a18_4g-review-3004p3.phpRead 13 October 2026A single bottom-firing speaker.

No1Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 10 October 2026Audio and Video row: Stereo Support No. GSMArena confirms a single bottom-firing speaker.15Measurementgsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_a27-review-2977p3.phpRead 10 October 2026

3.5 mm jack

No8Spec databasegsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_a18-14941.phpRead 13 October 2026Sound row: 3.5mm jack No.

No1Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 10 October 2026Samsung Earjack row names USB Type-C. GSMArena: no 3.5 mm jack.11Spec databasegsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_a27_5g-14606.phpRead 10 October 202615Measurementgsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_a27-review-2977p3.phpRead 10 October 2026

Audio features

Dolby Atmos (headphones only), UHQ upscaler (headphones only), Equaliser, Loudness normalisation, Adapt sound11Measurementgsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_a18_4g-review-3004p3.phpRead 13 October 2026Equaliser works on speaker and headphones. Loudness normalisation and Adapt sound are present. Dolby Atmos and the UHQ upscaler work with headphones only.

Dolby Atmos (headphones only), UHQ upscaler (headphones only)11Spec databasegsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_a27_5g-14606.phpRead 10 October 2026The review says Dolby Atmos and the UHQ upscaler only work with headphones.

MicrophonesiPhysical microphones in the phone. Noise reduction channel count does not always establish microphone count.

25Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 13 October 2026Device layout drawing on printed pages 4 and 5 labels one microphone at the top and one at the bottom, so two. GSMArena names the same two holes.10Reviewgsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_a18_4g-review-3004p2.phpRead 13 October 2026Design page: a secondary microphone hole on the top frame and the main microphone on the bottom frame.

214Reviewgsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_a27-review-2977p2.phpRead 10 October 2026One small microphone hole on the top and another microphone on the bottom next to the speaker.

Network

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Network

GSM, UMTS, HSPA, LTE2Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 13 October 2026

GSM, UMTS, HSPA, LTE, 5G1Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 10 October 2026Samsung Infra row: 2G GSM, 3G WCDMA, 4G LTE FDD and TDD, 5G Sub6 FDD and TDD. HSPA is listed by GSMArena.

2G bandsiExact model radio bands. State model and region. Do not substitute a worldwide union for one regional model.

GSM850, GSM900, DCS1800, PCS19002Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 13 October 2026

GSM850, GSM900, DCS1800, PCS19001Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 10 October 2026

3G bandsiExact model UMTS/WCDMA/HSPA bands or published MHz ranges. State which notation the source uses.

B1 (2100), B5 (850), B8 (900)2Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 13 October 2026Samsung notation B1(2100), B5(850), B8(900) for model SM-A185FLBDEUB.8Spec databasegsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_a18-14941.phpRead 13 October 2026GSMArena lists HSDPA 850, 900 and 2100 for the 3G bands.

B1(2100), B2(1900), B4(AWS), B5(850), B8(900)1Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 10 October 2026

4G bandsiExact model LTE bands, not channel frequencies or aggregate world coverage.

B1, B3, B5, B7, B8, B20, B28, B38, B40, B412Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 13 October 2026FDD B1, B3, B5, B7, B8, B20, B28 and TDD B38, B40, B41 for model SM-A185FLBDEUB.

B1(2100), B2(1900), B3(1800), B4(AWS), B5(850), B7(2600), B8(900), B12(700), B17(700), B20(800), B26(850), B28(700), B32(1500), B66(AWS-3), B38(2600), B40(2300), B41(2500)1Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 10 October 2026

5G bandsiExact model 5G NR bands. A union of sub-6 and mmWave models is not evidence that every variant supports both.

Not available

N1(2100), N3(1800), N5(850), N7(2600), N8(900), N20(800), N28(700), N66(AWS-3), N38(2600), N40(2300), N41(2500), N77(3700), N78(3500)1Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 10 October 2026Samsung 5G FDD Sub6 and TDD Sub6 rows. Sub-6 only, no mmWave bands.

5G modes

Not available

SA, NSA11Spec databasegsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_a27_5g-14606.phpRead 10 October 20265G bands listed as SA/NSA/Sub6. The review mentions two concurrent SA/NSA sub-6 connections.

5G mmWave

Not available

No1Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 10 October 2026

Maximum modem download rateiTheoretical maker-published device/modem rate. Name the radio technology, aggregation and carrier conditions in the source note. Chip capability alone does not establish device support.

Not available

Not available

Satellite

Not available

Not available

Wi-Fi calling

Not available

Not available

Connectivity

1 of 13 differ

Wi-Fi

Wi-Fi 52Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 13 October 2026802.11a/b/g/n/ac 2.4GHz+5GHz, VHT80. No 6 GHz.

Wi-Fi 51Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 10 October 2026Samsung Wi-Fi row: 802.11a/b/g/n/ac 2.4GHz+5GHz, VHT80.

Wi-Fi bands

2.4 GHz, 5 GHz2Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 13 October 2026

2.4 GHz, 5 GHz1Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 10 October 2026

Bluetooth

5.32Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 13 October 2026

5.11Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 10 October 2026

Bluetooth audio codecsiWireless audio codecs explicitly supported by the phone. Local audio file formats and codecs supported only by the chipset are excluded.

Not available

Not available

NFC

Yes2Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 13 October 2026

Yes11Spec databasegsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_a27_5g-14606.phpRead 10 October 2026NFC yes (market and region dependent).

Ultra-wideband

Not available

Not available

Positioning

GPS, Glonass, Beidou, Galileo, QZSS2Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 13 October 2026

GPS, Glonass, Beidou, Galileo, QZSS1Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 10 October 2026

Dual-frequency GNSSiMultiple GNSS signal frequencies expressly documented by the maker, not a count of satellite constellations.

Not available

Not available

Connector

USB-C2Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 13 October 2026

USB-C1Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 10 October 2026

USB data standardiUSB data protocol/speed, distinct from the USB-C connector shape, cable rating and charging capability.

USB 2.02Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 13 October 2026USB Version: USB 2.0.11Measurementgsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_a18_4g-review-3004p3.phpRead 13 October 2026USB 2.0 data connection at up to 480 Mbps.

USB 2.01Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 10 October 202611Spec databasegsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_a27_5g-14606.phpRead 10 October 202615Measurementgsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_a27-review-2977p3.phpRead 10 October 2026

Video out over USBiWired external display output over the physical port. Casting or wireless desktop mode does not establish wired video support.

No11Measurementgsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_a18_4g-review-3004p3.phpRead 13 October 2026Review: USB 2.0 with OTG and nothing like video output.

No15Measurementgsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_a27-review-2977p3.phpRead 10 October 2026USB 2.0 data with OTG host support and no video output over USB Alt mode.

IR blaster

No10Reviewgsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_a18_4g-review-3004p2.phpRead 13 October 2026Design page: no IR blaster.

No15Measurementgsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_a27-review-2977p3.phpRead 10 October 2026No IR blaster, no FM radio and no 3.5 mm jack.

FM radio

No10Reviewgsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_a18_4g-review-3004p2.phpRead 13 October 2026Page 3 connectivity section says there is no FM radio.11Measurementgsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_a18_4g-review-3004p3.phpRead 13 October 2026No FM radio.

No11Spec databasegsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_a27_5g-14606.phpRead 10 October 202615Measurementgsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_a27-review-2977p3.phpRead 10 October 2026

Features and sensors

1 of 5 differ

FingerprintiUnder-display, type not stated is for a maker that says in-display or under-display but not optical or ultrasonic.

Side button5Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 13 October 2026Device layout labels the side button as the fingerprint recognition sensor.

Side button11Spec databasegsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_a27_5g-14606.phpRead 10 October 2026Fingerprint reader is side-mounted. The review calls it a capacitive reader in the power button.14Reviewgsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_a27-review-2977p2.phpRead 10 October 2026The power button houses a capacitive fingerprint reader.

Face unlockiYes, type not stated is for a maker that names face unlock or facial recognition but not 2D or 3D.

Not available

Not available

Sensors

Accelerometer, Fingerprint Sensor, Gyro Sensor, Geomagnetic Sensor, Light Sensor, Virtual Proximity Sensing2Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 13 October 202611Measurementgsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_a18_4g-review-3004p3.phpRead 13 October 2026Proximity sensing is virtual, done through the Ear Hover Proximity Sensor. There is no barometer.

Accelerometer, Gyro, Compass, Light sensor, Virtual proximity sensing11Spec databasegsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_a27_5g-14606.phpRead 10 October 2026

Extra buttonsiAdditional physical controls beyond ordinary power and volume buttons. On-screen navigation buttons are excluded.

Not available

Not available

Haptic motor

Not available

Not available

Battery and charging

6 of 17 differ

Rated battery capacityiRated/minimum manufacturer capacity when available. Multi-cell pack-equivalent mAh must be explicitly published and identified in the source note. Regional hardware must match.

4,860mAh4Maker spec sheet (PDF)images.samsung.com/is/content/samsung/p6/common/energylabel/common-energylabel-sm-a185flbdeub-productfiche.pdfRead 13 October 2026Item 10: rated capacity 4860 mAh for SM-A185F/DS. The typical capacity is 5000 mAh.

4,860mAh5Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/smartphones/galaxy-a/galaxy-a27-5g-black-128gb-sm-a276bzkbeubRead 10 October 2026Footnote 10: rated (minimum) capacity is 4,860 mAh. Typical value is 5,000 mAh.7Maker spec sheet (PDF)images.samsung.com/is/content/samsung/p6/common/energylabel/common-energylabel-sm-a276bzkbeub-productfiche.pdfRead 10 October 2026Item 10: rated battery capacity 4860 mAh.9EU energy label (EPREL)eprel.ec.europa.eu/api/products/smartphonestablets20231669/2680724Read 10 October 2026EPREL: rated battery capacity 4860 mAh.

Battery capacity (typical)iManufacturer typical capacity, kept separate from rated/minimum capacity. For series cells, identify any explicitly published pack-equivalent figure.

5,000mAh2Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 13 October 2026Battery Capacity (mAh, Typical): 5000.

5,000mAh1Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 10 October 20265Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/smartphones/galaxy-a/galaxy-a27-5g-black-128gb-sm-a276bzkbeubRead 10 October 2026

Rated battery energyiRated pack energy in watt-hours. Do not calculate it from rounded voltage or mAh. Typical energy, when different, belongs in the source note.

Not available

Not available

Battery type

Li-ion11Measurementgsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_a18_4g-review-3004p3.phpRead 13 October 2026Review: a basic Li-ion cell.

Not available

Claimed battery lifeiMaker runtime claim for a named use case. Identify up-to/at-least wording, regional battery hardware and test conditions in the source note.

ASamsung Galaxy A18 4G

Not available

BSamsung Galaxy A27 5G

Use case	Hours (h)
Video playback	23

Source1Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 10 October 2026Up to 23 hours of video playback (Samsung UK spec and product page).

Maximum wired charging power (claimed)iManufacturer-stated handset charging input maximum. An adapter rating, power needed to achieve maximum speed, common-charger requirement or reviewer peak draw does not establish this value.

25W8Spec databasegsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_a18-14941.phpRead 13 October 2026Battery row: 25W wired. Samsung lists a charger requirement of 10 to 25 W on its spec feed, which is not used as the value.

25W1Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 10 October 2026Power Required for Charging row: min 10 W, max 25 W.11Spec databasegsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_a27_5g-14606.phpRead 10 October 202625W wired, 45% in 30 min.

Wired charging standards

USB Power Delivery, USB PD PPS11Measurementgsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_a18_4g-review-3004p3.phpRead 13 October 202625 W charging is standard USB Power Delivery with PPS and needs no special profile.

Not available

Charge 0 to 50% (claimed)iManufacturer time to 50% from the stated starting level. A 55% or 75% claim is not interchangeable. Charger, cable and conditions belong in the source note.

30min8Spec databasegsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_a18-14941.phpRead 13 October 2026Battery row: 25W wired, 50% in 30 min. The review says Samsung claims about 30 minutes from empty to 50 percent. No Samsung page states it.11Measurementgsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_a18_4g-review-3004p3.phpRead 13 October 2026Test matched the claim: 1 percent to 29 percent in 15 minutes and 48 percent in 30 minutes.

Not available

Charge 0 to 100% (claimed)iManufacturer full-charge claim. A review measurement uses measured_charge_time_min instead.

Not available

Not available

Wireless charging

No8Spec databasegsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_a18-14941.phpRead 13 October 2026Battery row lists wired charging only and the review and the manual mention no wireless charging.

Not available

Wireless charging power

Not available

Not available

Wireless standardsiDevice wireless charging standard or qualification. Qi2 Ready needs a compatible magnetic case and does not mean built-in handset magnets.

Not available

Not available

Built-in alignment magnetsiTrue only for alignment magnets built into the handset. A magnetic case or accessory does not make this true.

Not available

Not available

Reverse wireless output poweriPhone output power while charging another device wirelessly, not its wireless input rating.

Not available

Not available

Reverse wired

Yes5Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 13 October 2026Printed page 7, Charging other devices: use the USB cable to charge another mobile device from the phone battery.

Not available

Charger in boxiWhether a mains charging adapter is included in the exact regional retail bundle. A USB cable alone is not a charger.

No9Reviewgsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_a18_4g-review-3004.phpRead 13 October 2026The accessory bundle is only the cable and the SIM ejector, so no charger.

No13Reviewgsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_a27-review-2977.phpRead 10 October 2026Unboxing: all you get is a white USB Type-C to Type-C cable. No charger.

Included adapter rated poweriRated power of the included adapter, distinct from the phone maximum charging input.

Not available

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Measured

5 of 9 differ

Geekbench single-coreiReviewer CPU single-core result. Geekbench version, tested configuration and modes belong in the source note. Do not combine versions.

953points12Measurementgsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_a18_4g-review-3004p4.phpRead 13 October 2026Geekbench 6 single-core 953 on the 128 GB and 4 GB review unit. The chart heading labels the current version, the run build is not stated.

999points17Measurementgsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_a27-review-2977p4.phpRead 10 October 2026Geekbench 6 single-core chart row for the Galaxy A27, Snapdragon 6 Gen 3, 256GB 8GB RAM (the review unit).

Geekbench multi-coreiReviewer CPU multi-core result. Geekbench version and tested configuration belong in the source note.

2,144points12Measurementgsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_a18_4g-review-3004p4.phpRead 13 October 2026Geekbench 6 multi-core 2144 on the same unit.

2,973points17Measurementgsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_a27-review-2977p4.phpRead 10 October 2026Geekbench 6 multi-core, same chart row.

3DMark Wild Life ExtremeiReviewer Wild Life Extreme score. Unlimited, Original, Solar Bay, stress-test stability and frame rates are different measurements. Version and run/loop conditions belong in the source note.

384points12Measurementgsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_a18_4g-review-3004p4.phpRead 13 October 2026Wild Life Extreme highest run 384 on the same unit. The lowest-run score 379 is separate.

911points17Measurementgsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_a27-review-2977p4.phpRead 10 October 20263DMark Wild Life Extreme chart row (highest run), 1080 x 2340 px, Adreno 710. Not Unlimited.

AnTuTuiReviewer AnTuTu total score. Test version, operating system and tested RAM/storage belong in the source note. Cross-version and cross-OS scores are not directly comparable.

483,061points12Measurementgsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_a18_4g-review-3004p4.phpRead 13 October 2026AnTuTu v10 total 483061 on the 128 GB and 4 GB unit. The v11 score 609489 is not stored.

694,659points17Measurementgsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_a27-review-2977p4.phpRead 10 October 2026AnTuTu v10 total for the 256GB 8GB RAM unit. The v11 score 885852 is not stored.

Display brightness (measured)iReviewer brightness result. Window size, manual/auto or HDR mode and test method belong in the source note. Not automatically a sustained full-screen peak. On a foldable, the main inner screen.

775nits11Measurementgsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_a18_4g-review-3004p3.phpRead 13 October 2026GSMArena max brightness test, white pattern at 75 percent fill in auto mode: 775 nits. The 10 percent window reached 1099 nits. The minimum was 1.8 nits. Manual mode is lower.

800nits15Measurementgsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_a27-review-2977p3.phpRead 10 October 2026GSMArena lab: auto brightness on a 75% white window reached about 800 nits. The maximum in a 10% window was 1,090 nits. 8GB/256GB Black review unit.

PWM dimming (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Mixed-use battery life (measured)iReviewer mixed-use active endurance. Identify the test method. Continuous web browsing or video-only tests cannot populate this field.

Not available

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Full charge time (measured)iReviewer time to a full charge, with start/end percentage and charger identified. A 15/30-minute percentage result is not a full-charge time.

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Loudspeaker loudness (measured)iReviewer integrated loudness in LUFS. Less negative numbers mean louder output. This is not sound pressure level in dB.

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EU energy class

A4Maker spec sheet (PDF)images.samsung.com/is/content/samsung/p6/common/energylabel/common-energylabel-sm-a185flbdeub-productfiche.pdfRead 13 October 2026Item 6: class A.

A7Maker spec sheet (PDF)images.samsung.com/is/content/samsung/p6/common/energylabel/common-energylabel-sm-a276bzkbeub-productfiche.pdfRead 10 October 20269EU energy label (EPREL)eprel.ec.europa.eu/api/products/smartphonestablets20231669/2680724Read 10 October 2026

Battery endurance per cycle (EU test)iStandardized EU endurance test result for the exact registered model. Preserve only the precision the source publishes. This is not a normal mixed-use or video-playback runtime.

51h4Maker spec sheet (PDF)images.samsung.com/is/content/samsung/p6/common/energylabel/common-energylabel-sm-a185flbdeub-productfiche.pdfRead 13 October 2026Item 8: 51 h. The sheet gives no minutes.

51.17h8Maker spec sheet (PDF)images.samsung.com/is/content/samsung/p6/common/energylabel/common-energylabel-sm-a276bzkbeub-energylabel.pdfRead 10 October 2026Label prints 51h 10 min, stored as decimal hours (51.17).9EU energy label (EPREL)eprel.ec.europa.eu/api/products/smartphonestablets20231669/2680724Read 10 October 2026EPREL: 51.17 h per cycle.

Battery endurance in cycles (EU test)iMinimum standardized charge cycles before the specified remaining capacity threshold. Notes retain greater-than or at-least qualifiers. EPREL prints this value in hundreds, so 10 there is stored as 1000.

1,200cycles4Maker spec sheet (PDF)images.samsung.com/is/content/samsung/p6/common/energylabel/common-energylabel-sm-a185flbdeub-productfiche.pdfRead 13 October 2026Item 9: 1200 cycles at default settings.

1,200cycles7Maker spec sheet (PDF)images.samsung.com/is/content/samsung/p6/common/energylabel/common-energylabel-sm-a276bzkbeub-productfiche.pdfRead 10 October 2026Product information sheet item 9: 1200 cycles. The EPREL API record shows 12 for this value. The sheet and the label both say 1200, so 1200 is stored.

Drop resistance class

B4Maker spec sheet (PDF)images.samsung.com/is/content/samsung/p6/common/energylabel/common-energylabel-sm-a185flbdeub-productfiche.pdfRead 13 October 2026Items 12 and 14: 180 falls without defect, class B.

B7Maker spec sheet (PDF)images.samsung.com/is/content/samsung/p6/common/energylabel/common-energylabel-sm-a276bzkbeub-productfiche.pdfRead 10 October 2026Item 14: repeated free fall reliability class B. Item 12: 180 falls without defect.

Repairability class

C4Maker spec sheet (PDF)images.samsung.com/is/content/samsung/p6/common/energylabel/common-energylabel-sm-a185flbdeub-productfiche.pdfRead 13 October 2026Item 20: class C, index 2.99.

C7Maker spec sheet (PDF)images.samsung.com/is/content/samsung/p6/common/energylabel/common-energylabel-sm-a276bzkbeub-productfiche.pdfRead 10 October 2026Item 20: class C, index 3.15.9EU energy label (EPREL)eprel.ec.europa.eu/api/products/smartphonestablets20231669/2680724Read 10 October 2026

SAR head (US)iHighest published head SAR under the US 1 g tissue method for the exact model. Record separation and conditions when stated.

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SAR body (US)iHighest published body SAR under the US 1 g tissue method. Do not substitute the limb result or EU 10 g result.

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SAR head (EU)iHighest published head SAR under the EU 10 g tissue method for the exact model.

0.544W/kg6Regulatory filingsamsung.com/sar/sarMainRead 13 October 2026Samsung SAR page for SM-A185F/DS, ICNIRP 10 g method, UK and English: head 0.544 W/kg.

0.784W/kg10Regulatory filingsamsung.com/sar/sarMainRead 10 October 2026Samsung SAR service for SM-A276B/DS (ICNIRP, 10 g): head 0.784 W/kg. The 2 W/kg limit applies.

SAR body (EU)iHighest published body SAR under the EU 10 g tissue method, excluding separate limb values.

1.366W/kg6Regulatory filingsamsung.com/sar/sarMainRead 13 October 2026Same page: body 1.366 W/kg, body-worn separation 0 cm.

0.911W/kg10Regulatory filingsamsung.com/sar/sarMainRead 10 October 2026Same service: body 0.911 W/kg at 0.5 cm separation.

Hearing aid compatibilityiPublished hearing-aid coupling or rating. Older M/T ratings, ASHA/HAP protocol support and conversational gain are different claims and must be named as published.

Android Audio Streaming for Hearing Aid (ASHA)2Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 13 October 2026

Android Audio Streaming for Hearing Aid (ASHA)1Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 10 October 2026

In the box

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In the box

USB Type-C to Type-C cable (3 A), SIM ejector tool9Reviewgsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_a18_4g-review-3004.phpRead 13 October 2026Unboxing: a white USB Type-C to Type-C cable rated for 3 A without an e-marker chip, and a SIM ejector tool.

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Links

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Product page

www.samsung.com/uk/smartphones/galaxy-a/galaxy-a18-light-blue-128gb-sm-a185flbdeub1Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/smartphones/galaxy-a/galaxy-a18-light-blue-128gb-sm-a185flbdeubRead 13 October 2026

www.samsung.com/uk/smartphones/galaxy-a/galaxy-a27-5g-black-128gb-sm-a276bzkbeub5Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/smartphones/galaxy-a/galaxy-a27-5g-black-128gb-sm-a276bzkbeubRead 10 October 2026

Spec sheet

searchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detail2Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 13 October 2026

searchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detail1Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 10 October 2026

Manual

org.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspx5Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 13 October 2026English user manual for SM-A185F/DS, Android 17, revision 1.0, 1 October 2026.

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EPREL registration numberiId in the EU energy label database. Each size or model of a series has its own id, so it is per variant.

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26807248Maker spec sheet (PDF)images.samsung.com/is/content/samsung/p6/common/energylabel/common-energylabel-sm-a276bzkbeub-energylabel.pdfRead 10 October 2026The QR code on the EU energy label for SM-A276B/DS opens eprel.ec.europa.eu/qr/2680724.9EU energy label (EPREL)eprel.ec.europa.eu/api/products/smartphonestablets20231669/2680724Read 10 October 2026EPREL registration 2680724 for model identifier SM-A276B/DS, supplier Samsung. On-market start 11 June 2026.

Warranty

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Manufacturer warranty (source market)iThe maker's warranty period for the exact SKU or configuration and market named in the source note. It applies only to that stated market, not every regional variant. Statutory consumer rights are excluded. The base term is stored. An extension that needs registration goes in the source note.

2years4Maker spec sheet (PDF)images.samsung.com/is/content/samsung/p6/common/energylabel/common-energylabel-sm-a185flbdeub-productfiche.pdfRead 13 October 2026Item 25: minimum guarantee 24 months as stated for the EU market.

2years7Maker spec sheet (PDF)images.samsung.com/is/content/samsung/p6/common/energylabel/common-energylabel-sm-a276bzkbeub-productfiche.pdfRead 10 October 2026Item 25: minimum duration of the supplier guarantee 24 months.

Both are also in the API. Back to all phones.