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Tushar Mehta \/ Android Authority<\/p>\n
The Galaxy A57 officially went on sale this week as Samsung\u2019s latest mid-range Android phone. And you know what? It looks pretty solid. For $550, the A57 offers a big AMOLED display, a decent chipset, and a large battery with respectable charge speeds.<\/p>\n
There are far worse Android phones you could buy than the Galaxy A57, but it\u2019s also worth noting that there are better options, too. Whether you prefer a smaller phone, want better performance, or would like a flashier design, plenty of alternatives exist.<\/p>\n
So, before you set your heart on the Samsung Galaxy A57, here are a few other Android phones you should consider instead.<\/p>\n
What do you think is the best Samsung Galaxy A57 alternative?<\/p>\n
148 votes<\/p>\n
Google Pixel 10a<\/p>\n
19%<\/p>\n
Samsung Galaxy S25 FE<\/p>\n
32%<\/p>\n
Nothing Phone 4a Pro<\/p>\n
18%<\/p>\n
OnePlus 13R<\/p>\n
19%<\/p>\n
Motorola Razr (2025)<\/p>\n
8%<\/p>\n
Other (let us know comments)<\/p>\n
4%<\/p>\n
Google Pixel 10a\n<\/p>\n
If there\u2019s a phone on this list I would personally choose over the Galaxy A57, it\u2019s the Google Pixel 10a<\/a>. I\u2019ve been using the 10a since I reviewed the phone earlier this year, and for $499, it\u2019s the best Android phone you can currently buy at that price.<\/p>\n There are a few reasons why the Pixel 10a stands above the A57<\/a>, one of which is its design. The completely flat camera bump is wonderful, as are the bright and vibrant colors the 10a comes in (just look at that red!). More importantly, the Pixel\u2019s 6.3-inch screen is much easier to use one-handed than the 6.7-inch panel on the Galaxy A57 \u2014 something I really appreciate.<\/p>\n Along with the design, the Pixel 10a also has an upper hand in the software department. Google\u2019s Pixel UI is\u00a0the\u00a0best way to use Android in 2026. It looks great, is easy to navigate, and isn\u2019t overloaded with unnecessary features. More importantly, the Pixel-exclusive features that are included \u2014 such as Now Playing, Quick Tap, and all of Google\u2019s calling tools \u2014 are genuinely helpful.<\/p>\n Throw in a slightly larger battery for the Pixel 10a, a much brighter display, and wireless charging (something the Galaxy A57 completely lacks), and it\u2019s easy to see why Google\u2019s phone is the better choice \u2014 especially since it\u2019s $50 cheaper than Samsung\u2019s handset.<\/p>\n Google Pixel 10a<\/a> Flush camera design \u2022 Good performance and battery life \u2022 Strong cameras \u2022 Great software support promise \u2022 Excellent price<\/p>\n Google’s best AI features, in a more affordable mid-tier device<\/p>\n Google Pixel 10a is a refined mid-range phone built around Tensor G4, a brighter 120Hz 6.3-inch display, tougher Gorilla Glass 7i, satellite SOS, and trickled-down Pixel AI features \u2014 paired with a reliable dual-camera system, 30W charging, and seven years of updates.<\/p>\n Samsung Galaxy S25 FE<\/p>\n C. Scott Brown \/ Android Authority<\/p>\n Having said all of that, the Pixel 10a won\u2019t be for everyone. Maybe you want a larger phone. Maybe you prefer Samsung\u2019s One UI software over Google\u2019s. Maybe it\u2019s both. In that case, I\u2019d recommend skipping the Galaxy A57 and buying the Galaxy S25 FE<\/a> instead.<\/p>\n Like the A57, the S25 FE is a mid-tier Samsung phone with a big 6.7-inch display. However, it\u2019s better than the A57 in almost every way. Performance-wise, the S25 FE\u2019s Exynos 2400 chipset is significantly more capable than the Exynos 1680 inside the A57 \u2014 offering much higher CPU speeds, two additional CPU cores, and a more powerful GPU.<\/p>\n There’s no reason not to buy the Galaxy S25 FE instead of the Galaxy A57.<\/p>\n Both phones have pretty similar primary and ultrawide cameras, but where the A57 has a 5MP macro camera for its third rear lens, the S25 FE has a much more useful 8MP telephoto camera with 3x optical zoom. The S25 FE offers faster UFS 4.0 storage than the A57\u2019s UFS 3.1. It also supports Samsung DeX and wireless charging, while the A57 does not.<\/p>\n The Galaxy S25 FE\u2019s $650 retail price is considerably more expensive than the $550 Galaxy A57, but you often won\u2019t pay that full price. At the time of writing, Samsung is selling the S25 FE for just $500 without a trade-in. At that point, there\u2019s no reason not to buy the Galaxy S25 FE instead of the Galaxy A57.<\/p>\n Samsung Galaxy S25 FE<\/a> Large 120Hz display \u2022 Big battery \u2022 50MP camera<\/p>\n Exynos-powered, 6.7-inch Samsung experience<\/p>\n The Samsung Galaxy S25 FE is a more affordable experience for fans of the S25 series. Powered by an Exynos 2400 processor, this 6.7-inch phone offers better specs than ever in a FE phone, and nearly all of the greatness found in mainline S25 phones.<\/p>\n Nothing Phone 4a Pro\n<\/p>\n The Pixel 10a and Galaxy S25 FE are both extremely solid smartphones, but if we\u2019re being honest, neither one is particularly exciting \u2014 nor is the Galaxy A57. If you want your next Android phone to stand out from the crowd, even if you only have about $500 to spend, you can absolutely get that with the Nothing Phone 4a Pro<\/a>.<\/p>\n It goes without saying that no Android phone looks quite like the Nothing Phone 4a Pro does. The large transparent camera bump, the unique camera sensor placement, and the Glyph Matrix secondary display all come together to create a truly original design \u2014 and it\u2019s stunning. But it\u2019s not just the design that makes the Phone 4a Pro shine.<\/p>\n Like the S25 FE, the Nothing Phone 4a Pro also has a telephoto camera rather than a macro lens like the A57. However, Nothing offers a superior periscope telephoto lens with 3.5x optical zoom. It also has a slightly larger battery than the A57, faster wired charging, and a much brighter (and larger) display. I also really prefer Nothing OS over One UI; it\u2019s cleaner, sleeker, and has some really clever customization options.<\/p>\n The Galaxy A57 has some advantages over the Nothing Phone 4a Pro \u2014 namely, a better software update policy and a stronger IP rating. But considering everything else the Nothing Phone gets right, and its cheaper $499 starting price, I think those are fair trade-offs.<\/p>\n Nothing Phone 4a Pro<\/a> Updated aluminum design \u2022 Larger Glyph Matrix \u2022 New chipset<\/p>\n The Nothing A series goes official in the US<\/p>\n The Nothing Phone 4a Pro is a standout mid-range phone with a bold Glyph Matrix design, Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 performance, and a 144Hz AMOLED display \u2014 paired with a versatile triple-camera system including a 50MP periscope zoom, all aimed at delivering flagship-style features at a $499 price point.<\/p>\n OnePlus 13R<\/p>\n Rushil Agrawal \/ Android Authority<\/p>\n Good performance, long battery life, and fast charging are three critical aspects of any smartphone. The Galaxy A57 does a fine job with all of these things, but if you want the absolute best you can get without spending a heap of money, you\u2019ll want to buy the OnePlus 13R<\/a>.<\/p>\n Performance-wise, the 13R\u2019s Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chip is unquestionably better than the A57\u2019s Exynos 1680 \u2014 delivering a much more powerful GPU and better CPU performance, too. The OnePlus 13R also has more RAM: 12GB compared to 8GB on the A57. The 13R\u2019s 6,000mAh battery is a huge upgrade over the 5,000mAh cell powering the A57, and OnePlus\u2019s 80W wired charging puts Samsung\u2019s 45W wired charging to shame.<\/p>\n Like the Nothing Phone 4a Pro, the OnePlus 13R can\u2019t match the Galaxy A57 in terms of update support and IP protection. Those are important things to consider, but if performance, battery, and charging are your top priorities for your next smartphone, the OnePlus 13R delivers on them better than the Galaxy A57 ever will.<\/p>\n The OnePlus 13R is a bit more expensive than the Galaxy A57 at $600, but for the right shopper, its upgrades are well worth spending the extra $50. Plus, if you can find a renewed or refurbished version of the phone, you may be able to save some cash.<\/p>\n OnePlus 13R<\/a> Speedy performance \u2022 Long-lasting battery \u2022 Superb value for money<\/p>\n R-eally great.<\/p>\n The OnePlus 13R is everything you\u2019d expect from a OnePlus phone \u2014 blazing performance, amazing battery life, and rapid charging. Add to that a gorgeous display and a smooth, feature-packed Oxygen OS experience, and you have a phone that feels like it punches well above its $600 price tag.<\/p>\n Motorola Razr (2025)<\/p>\n Ryan Haines \/ Android Authority<\/p>\n Motorola Razr (2025)<\/p>\n I always try to squeeze in a foldable or two whenever writing an article like this, and in this particular case, the Motorola Razr (2025)<\/a> feels like the perfect recommendation.<\/p>\n Compared to the Galaxy A57, the Razr has a few technical downsides. Its IP48 rating is less dust-resistant than the IP68 rating on the A57. The Razr gets just three major Android OS upgrades compared to six on Samsung\u2019s phone. The A57 also has the edge with battery capacity and wired charge speeds. None of that is insignificant.<\/p>\n But consider this: the Razr (2025) can fold. It works like any other Android phone when it\u2019s opened up to the 6.9-inch inner display, but you can then fold it in half and use the 3.6-inch secondary screen to reply to texts, check your calendar, and use any app you want. You can prop the Razr up as a stand for selfies or group photos, use it half-folded with the camera app like a camcorder, and more. No other phone on this list allows for that type of functionality.<\/p>\n The best part? You don\u2019t have to pay an arm and a leg to get it. The Razr (2025) retails for $700 but is frequently on sale for less; right now, it\u2019s down to just $600. As a foldable fan myself, that\u2019s money well spent.<\/p>\n Motorola Razr (2025)<\/a> Improved hinge \u2022 Flexible cameras \u2022 Excellent price<\/p>\n The most affordable 2025 Razr<\/p>\n A good looking 6.9-inch folding display is paired with a 3.6-inch external display to make up a compact folded phone, with few compromises at full-size. The Motorola Razr 2025 is powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 7300X and 8GB of RAM, a 50MP camera, and a 4,500mAh battery.<\/p>\n Don\u2019t want to miss the best from Android Authority?<\/p>\n![\"Google](\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/custom_filename.jpg\"\/)
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