Samsung Malaysia has officially unveiled the Galaxy A27 5G, bringing meaningful upgrades to one of its most popular mid-range smartphone series. Building upon the Galaxy A26 5G, the new model introduces a smoother display, improved performance, enhanced durability and a more capable suite of AI-powered features, making everyday smartphone use more intuitive and enjoyable.
Powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 Mobile Platform and backed by Samsung’s long-term software commitment, the Galaxy A27 5G aims to deliver a premium experience without stepping into flagship pricing.
Slimmer Design With Bigger and Brighter AMOLED Display
One of the biggest upgrades on the Galaxy A27 5G is its 6.7-inch Super AMOLED display, which now supports a smooth 120Hz refresh rate for more fluid scrolling, gaming and animations.
Samsung has also introduced an upgraded Infinity-O display that replaces the traditional notch with a punch-hole camera design, resulting in a cleaner front appearance and more usable screen space. Combined with slimmer, more symmetrical bezels, the display offers a more immersive viewing experience for videos, social media and gaming.
Despite the larger display, the Galaxy A27 5G maintains a slim 7.8mm profile, making it comfortable to hold during extended daily use.
Built Tough for Everyday Life
Samsung has improved the durability of the Galaxy A27 5G by equipping it with Corning Gorilla Glass Victus+, providing stronger resistance against scratches and accidental drops encountered during daily use.
The reinforced construction is complemented by Samsung’s commitment to long-term software support, ensuring the device remains secure and up to date for years to come.
Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 Delivers Faster Everyday Performance
Powering the Galaxy A27 5G is Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 Mobile Platform, delivering noticeable improvements in both CPU and GPU performance over its predecessor.
The upgraded chipset provides smoother multitasking, faster app switching and improved gaming performance, while newer high-speed memory enhances responsiveness and power efficiency. Whether users are streaming videos, browsing social media or juggling multiple applications, the Galaxy A27 5G is designed to provide a consistently smooth experience throughout the day.
Samsung has also upgraded the front-facing camera to a new 12MP sensor capable of capturing brighter selfies with improved colours and a wider dynamic range across different lighting conditions.
Awesome Intelligence Brings More AI Features
Samsung continues expanding its Awesome Intelligence platform with several practical AI-powered features integrated into the Galaxy A27 5G.
Circle to Search with Google has been enhanced to recognise multiple objects within a single image, allowing users to search for clothing, accessories and other items simultaneously. Users can also virtually try on outfits directly from search results, making online shopping more interactive.
Object Eraser has received improvements for more natural-looking edits by removing unwanted objects with greater precision, while the Voice Recorder app now supports live transcription with instant translation in up to 22 languages, making meetings and interviews significantly easier to manage.
The Galaxy A27 5G also gives users access to multiple AI assistants, including Google Gemini and Perplexity, alongside deeper integration with native Samsung applications such as Gallery.
Samsung has also upgraded Bixby into a more conversational device assistant capable of understanding natural language commands, allowing users to adjust settings and control various device functions more naturally.
Six Years of Software Support
Continuing Samsung’s strong software update policy, the Galaxy A27 5G will receive up to six generations of Android OS and One UI upgrades, together with six years of security updates.
Security is further strengthened by Samsung Knox and Knox Vault, providing hardware-backed protection for sensitive user data and ensuring personal information remains secure.
Pricing and Availability
To celebrate the Malaysian launch, Samsung is offering several promotional deals valid until 21 July 2026.
Customers purchasing the Galaxy A27 5G can enjoy up to RM100 savings through a Double Storage Upgrade promotion, along with a complimentary protective phone case.
Samsung is also offering a “Buy More, Save More” promotion, providing an additional 10% discount on selected Galaxy ecosystem devices, including the Galaxy Buds4, Galaxy Buds3 FE, Galaxy Fit3 and Galaxy Tab A11 series when purchased together with the Galaxy A27 5G.
The Galaxy A27 5G is available through the Samsung Online Store, Samsung Experience Stores, authorised retailers and participating e-commerce platforms.
Samsung Galaxy A27 5G Malaysia Pricing
| Model | Colours | Retail Price | Promotional Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Galaxy A27 5G (8GB + 256GB) | Black, Dark Blue, Light Pink | RM1,499 | RM1,399 |
| Galaxy A27 5G (8GB + 128GB) | Black | RM1,399 | RM1,299 |
Customers can also purchase Samsung Care+ for additional protection, providing comprehensive coverage tailored to protect their device against unexpected incidents.
