Samsung Malaysia ships new Galaxy A36 5G from RM1,499
Samsung Malaysia has officially shipped the new budget A series model for the local market, which is the Galaxy A36 5G.

Running the simple design that has been used for years, Samsung is focusing on delivering long-lasting uptime for the A36 5G, as it is rated for up to 29 hours, all the while staying cool thanks to an adequate thermal solution chilling the efficient chipset that doesn’t run as hot as you would expect.
And as usual, it has full access to the Galaxy AI suite of AI features, as well as things powered by Google Gemini directly from the device, making the device an affordable yet capable phone in 2026.
Here’s a quick specs check:
- 6.7-inch AMOLED Display
- 1080p Resolution
- 120Hz Refresh Rate
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 Chipset
- 12GB RAM
- 256GB Storage
- Triple Back Cameras
- Main: 50MP f/1.8 (PDAF, OIS)
- Ultra-Wide: 8MP f/2.2
- Macro: 5MP f/2.4
- 12MP Front Camera
- 5,000mAh Battery
- 45W Wired
- Awesome Lavender/Black/Lime/White Colors
Price and Availability
At RM1,699, you can find the phone via the official website as well as authorized resellers, and for a limited time, get it at just RM1,499 bundled with a 1-year extended warranty.