Samsung’s next Galaxy A-series refresh is shaping up to be more than just a routine spec bump, and the latest leaks are starting to explain why. Fresh renders from Android Headlines, combined with official-looking certification images from China’s TENAA database, have now given us our clearest picture yet of both the Galaxy A57 and the more affordable Galaxy A37.
For a lineup that dominates sales across Kenya and much of Africa, these early glimpses suggest Samsung is tightening its grip on the mid-range market just as competition from brands like Tecno, Infinix, and Xiaomi continues to heat up.
Galaxy A57: slimmer, sharper, and unexpectedly premium
The biggest talking point is the Galaxy A57, which appears to be getting a meaningful design rethink. Certification images filed with TENAA show a phone that looks familiar at first glance (Samsung’s vertical triple-camera layout and “Key Island” button design are still here) but with a noticeably more refined feel.
According to both TENAA and leaker Abhishek Yadav, the Galaxy A57 could measure just 6.9mm thick, putting it in the same territory as Samsung’s upcoming Galaxy S26 flagship. That’s a striking move for a mid-range device, especially in markets where thinner phones are often associated with premium build quality.
The frame also appears to be metal, which would mark a subtle but important upgrade in durability and hand feel. In Africa, where phones tend to live rougher lives in pockets, backpacks, boda rides, and dusty roads, that extra sturdiness matters.
On the spec sheet, the Galaxy A57 is shaping up to be a solid all-rounder rather than a performance monster. The TENAA listing points to a 6.6-inch FHD+ AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate, powered by Samsung’s Exynos 1680 chipset. It won’t be a hardcore gaming phone, but paired with 8GB or 12GB of RAM and 256GB of storage, it should handle daily multitasking comfortably.
Camera-wise, Samsung seems to be sticking to a proven formula: a 50MP main sensor with OIS, a 12MP ultrawide, and a 5MP macro, plus a 12MP front camera. A 5,000mAh battery with 45W fast charging, dual stereo speakers, and an optical in-display fingerprint scanner round out the package.
Colour options are also getting more personality, with TENAA images revealing a standout lavender/purple finish alongside more traditional tones.
The newly surfaced renders from Android Headlines back up much of what TENAA has shown, but in a more polished, consumer-facing way. The Galaxy A57 appears with a flat display, centered punch-hole camera, clean camera housing, and a black colorway that leans understated rather than flashy.
Taken together, the renders and certification images paint a picture of Samsung trying to blur the line between its upper mid-range and entry-level flagship designs.
Galaxy A37: familiar looks, budget compromises
Alongside the A57, renders of the Galaxy A37 have also leaked. And while it clearly borrows the same design language, the differences are easy to spot. Thicker bezels, a more basic finish, and a generally chunkier look remind us where it sits in the lineup.
That said, the A37 could still be a strong contender in price-sensitive African markets. It’s rumoured to feature a Sony IMX906 main camera, paired with an 8MP ultrawide and 5MP macro, and powered by the Exynos 1480 that featured in the Galaxy A55. If priced right, that camera upgrade, alongside other major upgrades we highlighted earlier, could make it attractive to first-time buyers and upgraders from older A-series models.
Samsung’s Galaxy A phones are popular here for a reason: predictable performance, long software support, good displays, and wide availability. With the A57 especially, Samsung seems ready to push the envelope by offering a slimmer, more premium-feeling device without jumping into flagship pricing.
If the rumored February launch window holds, Kenyan buyers won’t have to wait long to see whether these leaks translate into real-world value.
