Samsung has unveiled the Galaxy M36 5G in India, just ahead of its anticipated Galaxy Unpacked event on July 9. The newest member of the M series brings notable upgrades in display quality, performance, and AI-powered software, all at an aggressive starting price under ₹17,000.
The Galaxy M36 5G sports a large 6.7-inch Super AMOLED display with a smooth 120Hz refresh rate and Full HD+ resolution (1080 × 2340 pixels). Corning Gorilla Glass Victus+ protects the screen, enhancing resistance against scratches and minor drops — a welcome addition at this price point.
Under the hood, the device is powered by Samsung's Exynos 1380 processor built on a 5nm process, offering improved efficiency and multitasking performance. It runs on Android 15 with Samsung's latest One UI 7 skin. The Galaxy M36 5G comes in two RAM and storage configurations: 6GB or 8GB RAM with 128GB or 256GB internal storage, expandable via microSD card through the hybrid SIM slot.
Photography enthusiasts will appreciate the triple rear camera setup, headlined by a 50MP main sensor with Optical Image Stabilization (OIS). It also includes an 8MP ultra-wide lens and a 2MP macro shooter. The phone supports 4K video recording at 30fps from both rear and front cameras. The front houses a 13MP selfie camera, also capable of 4K video capture.
Samsung has equipped the Galaxy M36 5G with new AI-powered tools like Circle to Search with Google, Google Gemini Live for real-time visual Q&A, and AI Select, which helps users quickly organize and edit content on the device.
The phone packs a 5000mAh battery supporting 25W wired charging. Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.3, USB Type-C 2.0 with OTG, and multiple satellite navigation systems (GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS, and QZSS). However, it does not include NFC or FM radio support. Other features include stereo speakers, a side-mounted fingerprint sensor, and the usual array of sensors.
Samsung is offering the Galaxy M36 5G in three colors: Orange Haze, Velvet Black, and Serene Green. Sales begin on July 12, 2025, via Amazon India, Samsung’s official site, and select offline stores. The base model starts at ₹16,499, inclusive of promotional bank offers.
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With its impressive display, solid build, powerful cameras, and new AI-driven software enhancements, the Galaxy M36 5G is poised to be a strong contender in the sub-₹17,000 segment.
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