Samsung is adding a new mid-ranger to its Australian lineup with the Galaxy A27 5G, arriving in stores on 3 July 2026 at A$499. The device builds on the Galaxy A26 5G with a sharper display, a newer processor, and a broader set of AI tools — all while keeping the price firmly in mid-range territory.
The most visible change is the display. Samsung has fitted the A27 5G with a 6.7-inch Super AMOLED panel running at a 120Hz refresh rate, paired with an updated Infinity-O design that reduces the punch-hole camera cutout and tightens the bezels. The result is a bit more usable screen space in the same slim 7.8mm body, which is a welcome refinement over its predecessor.
Under the hood, the A27 5G is powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 Mobile Platform – a step up in GPU performance that should translate to smoother gaming and streaming. Samsung has also included faster high-speed memory for improved data transfer speeds and better power efficiency. The front camera gets an upgrade too, moving to a 12MP sensor with improved dynamic range and colour accuracy for selfies and video calls in varied lighting conditions.
On the AI front, Circle to Search with Google has been expanded to support multi-object recognition, so users can search for multiple items within a single photo in one go. There’s also a virtual try-on feature that lets you test outfits directly from search results, which is a handy addition for anyone who does their clothes shopping online. Object Eraser has been refined for more natural-looking edits, and Voice Transcription in the recorder app now translates in real time across 22 languages – a useful tool for meetings or travel.
The A27 5G also supports multiple AI assistants, including Google Gemini, Perplexity, and Bixby, with the latter now acting as a conversational device agent for hands-free control of settings and features. Samsung has deepened AI integration across native apps including Gallery, with the goal of making everyday interactions feel faster and more intuitive.
One of the more compelling aspects of this release is Samsung’s long-term software support commitment – six generations of Android OS and One UI upgrades, plus six years of security updates from the initial global launch date. For a $499 phone, that’s a meaningful promise and one that meaningfully extends the useful life of the device. Security is handled by Samsung Knox with Knox Vault hardware-backed protection.
The Galaxy A27 5G launches in Black on 3 July. Between 3 July and 30 July, Samsung is running an introductory offer with A$50 off at participating retailers including Samsung.com and Samsung Experience Stores, bringing the price down to A$449 during that window. Samsung Care+ coverage is also available for added peace of mind.
