Samsung has officially launched the Samsung Galaxy M36 5G smartphone in India. As part of its M-series lineup, the device offers a balance of performance, premium display, and long-lasting battery at an affordable price point. The Galaxy M36 5G comes with a large 6.7-inch FHD+ Super AMOLED+ Infinity-U display with a 120Hz refresh rate and Corning Gorilla Glass Victus protection.
Under the hood, the phone is powered by the Exynos 1380 processor with AMD RDNA GPU, paired with up to 8GB RAM and 256GB storage, making it suitable for both daily multitasking and light gaming.
Key Highlights of Galaxy M36 5G
The Samsung Galaxy M36 5G features a 50MP main camera with OIS support and 10-bit HDR recording for both front and rear cameras. The camera setup includes an ultra-wide sensor and a dedicated macro shooter. For selfies, a 12MP front camera is provided with AI enhancements.
The smartphone runs Android 15 with One UI 7, and Samsung promises 6 years of OS updates and 6 years of security patches. It comes with Samsung Knox security and a In-display Fingerprint Sensor for added protection.
The phone is just 7.7mm thin and packs a 5000mAh battery, supporting 25W fast charging. However, the charger is not included in the box.
Samsung Galaxy M36 5G Specifications
- Display: 6.7-inch FHD+ (1080 x 2340 pixels) Super AMOLED+ Infinity-U Display, 120Hz refresh rate, Corning Gorilla Glass Victus
- Processor: Exynos 1380 (4nm), Octa-core (2.4GHz Quad A78 + 2GHz Quad A55 CPUs), Mali-G68 MP5 GPU
- RAM & Storage: 6GB + 128GB / 8GB + 256GB
- Operating System: Android 15 with One UI 7
- Rear Camera: 50MP (f/1.8) with OIS + 8MP ultra-wide + 2MP macro
- Front Camera: 12MP (f/2.2)
- Video Recording: 10-bit HDR, up to 4K
- Battery: 5000mAh with 25W fast charging (charger not included)
- Fingerprint Sensor: In-display Fingerprint Sensor
- Connectivity: 5G SA/NSA, Dual 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi 802.11 ac (2.4GHz + 5GHz), Bluetooth 5.3, USB Type-C
- Dimensions: 164.4 x 77.9 x 7.7mm
- Weight: 197g
- Build: Gorilla Glass Victus+ (front), plastic frame
- Colors: Orange Haze, Violet Black, Serene Green
Price and Availability
The Samsung Galaxy M36 5G is available in three color variants: Orange Haze, Violet Black, and Ice Blue. The pricing is as follows:
- 6GB RAM + 128GB Storage – ₹17,999 (introductory price)
- 8GB RAM + 256GB Storage – ₹20,999 (introductory price)
The phone will be available starting July 12th via Amazon India, Samsung India Online Store, and select offline retail stores across India.
Launch Offers
As part of launch promotions, Samsung is offering the M36 5G Monster Monsoon Offers which include:
- Bank discounts with eligible cards
- No Cost EMI options up to 12 months
- Exchange bonuses for older devices
Samsung has also partnered with Jio, Google Circle to Search, and Gemini AI to enhance the device’s overall experience by integrating smart AI features into the Galaxy ecosystem.
Final Thoughts
The Samsung Galaxy M36 5G offers a compelling package for consumers looking for a large AMOLED display, strong battery life, capable camera setup with OIS, and long-term software support. With competitive pricing and premium features like Gorilla Glass Victus and 10-bit HDR video, this phone stands out in the sub-₹20K segment.
