Samsung Galaxy A27 Expected with Punch-Hole Camera and Snapdragon 6 Gen 3
Samsung is expected to launch the Galaxy A27 soon after the first CAD renders revealed a shift from the waterdrop notch to a centered punch-hole selfie camera, a 6.7-inch flat display with thinner bezels, and a Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 processor β the most significant design overhaul for the budget A-series in years (according to Android Authority, 17 April 2026).
What Are the Key Design Changes on the Samsung Galaxy A27?
The biggest change is the move from a waterdrop notch to a centered punch-hole selfie camera. This makes the Samsung Galaxy A27 the first in the lower A-series to adopt this modern design, after years of using the waterdrop notch that was considered outdated compared to competitors.
The 6.7-inch flat display now features thinner bezels for a better screen-to-body ratio. The rear triple-camera setup has a cleaner ring design compared to the concentric circles on the Samsung Galaxy A26 (according to CAD renders, Android Authority).
What Are the Expected Specifications of the Samsung Galaxy A27?
Based on CAD renders and leak information (Android Authority, 17 April 2026), the Samsung Galaxy A27 is expected to feature:
Display: 6.7-inch flat with thinner bezels
Processor: Snapdragon 6 Gen 3
RAM: 6GB
Selfie camera: 12MP with 4K video recording
Rear cameras: Triple camera with clean ring design
Dimensions: 162.3 x 78.6 x 7.9mm
Port: USB-C
Colors: Black and Lavender (expected)
When Will the Samsung Galaxy A27 Launch?
Samsung has not announced an official launch date for the Galaxy A27. However, last year Samsung launched the Galaxy A36 5G, Galaxy A56 5G, and Galaxy A26 simultaneously. With the Samsung Galaxy A37 and Samsung Galaxy A57 already released in 2026, the Galaxy A27 is expected to follow soon (according to Android Authority).
How Does the Samsung Galaxy A27 Compare to the Samsung Galaxy A26?
Selfie camera: Samsung Galaxy A26 uses a waterdrop notch, while Samsung Galaxy A27 switches to a centered punch-hole.
Bezels: Samsung Galaxy A27 has thinner bezels compared to Samsung Galaxy A26.
Processor: Samsung Galaxy A26 uses the Helio G99, while Samsung Galaxy A27 upgrades to the Snapdragon 6 Gen 3.
Selfie video: Samsung Galaxy A26 supports 1080p, Samsung Galaxy A27 is expected to support 4K.
What Does This Mean for Budget Phone Buyers in Malaysia?
For buyers considering Samsung A-series phones in Malaysia, current options include the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G 256GB (from RM38/month), Samsung Galaxy A36 5G 256GB (from RM74/month), and Samsung Galaxy A56 5G 256GB (from RM93/month) via JCL installment at ansuranphone.com (current AnsuranPhone data, 18 April 2026).
The Samsung Galaxy A27 is expected to be priced below the Samsung Galaxy A36 5G 256GB, making it an attractive option for buyers who want modern design at a lower budget.
FAQ
1. When can I buy the Samsung Galaxy A27 in Malaysia?
No official launch date yet. Given that the Samsung Galaxy A37 and Samsung Galaxy A57 have already launched in 2026, the Samsung Galaxy A27 is expected within the coming weeks.
2. How much will the Samsung Galaxy A27 cost?
Official pricing has not been announced. It is expected to be similarly priced to the Samsung Galaxy A26.
3. Does the Samsung Galaxy A27 support 5G?
5G support has not been confirmed from CAD renders. However, given that the Samsung Galaxy A36 5G 256GB and Samsung Galaxy A56 5G 256GB support 5G, a 5G variant is likely.
Source: Android Authority (17 April 2026), based on Samsung Galaxy A27 CAD renders.
