Samsung A57 was rated as the best mid-range Android phone by foreign media, and the price in Taiwan has been increased across the board

The price of mobile phones continues to rise, and foreign media still believe that Samsung A57 is currently the most worth buying mid-range Android phone.

In the past two years, mobile phones have really become more and more expensive. Not only the prices of flagship phones have been rising all the way, but even mid-range and entry-level mobile phones that were considered "sweet prices" in the past have become more expensive. For consumers with limited budgets and who don’t want to sacrifice too much on screen, camera, battery life and other specifications, it has become more difficult to choose a mobile phone with a balanced price and specifications.

How to choose with a budget of 20,000 yuan?

Foreign media Android Headlines announced the 2026 Android mobile phone buying guide. Among them, the Samsung Galaxy A57 is still the most worth buying Android phone in the price range of less than 600 US dollars and about NT$19,000. It is believed that although it is not a flagship phone, the overall user experience does not have many obvious shortcomings.

A57 specifications are sufficient

Android Headlines believes that for mid-range mobile phones, the Samsung A57 is a "just right" choice in all aspects. The main specifications are taken into account, including a 6.7-inch 120Hz screen, a 50-megapixel main lens, IP68 dustproof and waterproof, a 5,000mAh battery and 45W fast charging. In addition, it also provides up to 6 years of system and security updates.

Especially now that mobile phones are becoming more and more "noble", in addition to whether the specifications are sufficient, how long a mobile phone can last has become an important consideration for many people when purchasing a mobile phone. Long-term updates naturally add a lot of points.

Of course, the Samsung A57 is not without its shortcomings. The most obvious one is the 5-megapixel macro lens, which has limited actual shooting use and seems to exist to complement the camera specifications. In addition, it does not support wireless charging, which is a feature that many competitors in the same price range are gradually adding.

Taiwan to raise prices again in October

It is worth noting that the price of Samsung A57 has also increased again in Taiwan since October. The latest prices of 8GB+256GB, 12GB+256GB and 12GB+512GB have reached 19,990 yuan, 22,490 yuan and 26,990 yuan respectively.