Google Pixel 10A vs. Samsung Galaxy A57: Which Midranger Should You Buy?
The Google Pixel 10A and Samsung Galaxy A57 are competing midrange smartphones with distinct design and performance differences. The Pixel 10A retains its compact size and affordable price, while the Galaxy A57 offers a larger, lighter design with a more immersive display. Both phones deliver solid all-day performance but fall short of flagship capabilities.
- ▪The Pixel 10A has a 6.3-inch screen, 5,100-mAh battery, and Tensor G4 chip, while the Galaxy A57 features a 6.7-inch display, 5,000-mAh battery, and Exynos 1680 processor.
- ▪The Galaxy A57 is thinner and lighter than the Pixel 10A, weighing 179 grams compared to 183 grams, despite its larger screen.
- ▪Both phones have IP68 ratings for water and dust resistance, but the Galaxy A57 uses Gorilla Glass Victus Plus on both front and back, offering better durability.
- ▪The Galaxy A57 charges faster at 45 watts compared to the Pixel 10A's 30 watts, though the Pixel supports 10-watt wireless charging and the A57 does not.
- ▪Google did not include PixelSnap magnetic technology in the Pixel 10A, missing a potential differentiator from its higher-end models.
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Affordable phones are bearing the brunt of supply chain constraints, which is reshaping what you can expect from a $500 phone. While mid-range phones in 2026 don't provide the same value as they used to, the latest phones from Google and Samsung are still competing neck-and-neck. The new Pixel 10A and Galaxy A57 remain the most lucrative midrange phones in the market right now. While they aren't terribly different from their predecessors, each phone has its own distinct appeal.The Google Pixel 10A didn't get a lot of upgrades this year, but it has kept the $499 price of the Pixel 9A and has already gotten the occasional discount. On the other hand, Samsung's Galaxy A57 is one of the lightest phones in this price range, even with a larger screen.
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