Samsung Galaxy A36vsInfinix Zero 40 5G
SETTLEDUpdated September 8, 2026
Infinix Zero 40 5G wins
Verdict
Infinix Zero 40 5G wins 2 of 5 categories — our overall pick
Infinix Zero 40 5G is the overall winner, 2 / 5 — price is its standout. At USD 349, it's also the most affordable of this group.
- Infinix Zero 40 5G takes Performance — led by ram (12 GB).
- Infinix Zero 40 5G takes Display — led by refresh rate (144 Hz).
- Samsung Galaxy A36 takes Camera — led by video score (82 pts).
- Too close to call between Samsung Galaxy A36 and Infinix Zero 40 5G.
- Too close to call between Samsung Galaxy A36 and Infinix Zero 40 5G.
Scores follow our published methodology · v2026.09
In plain English
Choose Samsung Galaxy A36 if you want…
- Choose Samsung Galaxy A36 if you want better video quality — 82 pts vs 66 pts.
- Choose Samsung Galaxy A36 if you want a better camera — 116 pts vs 102 pts.
Choose Infinix Zero 40 5G if you want…
- Choose Infinix Zero 40 5G if you want a faster phone for apps and games — 950,000 pts vs 620,000 pts.
- Choose Infinix Zero 40 5G if you want more apps open at once — 12 GB vs 6 GB.
- Choose Infinix Zero 40 5G if you want more room for photos and apps — 256 GB vs 128 GB.
- Choose Infinix Zero 40 5G if you want a bigger screen — 6.78 in vs 6.7 in.
- Choose Infinix Zero 40 5G if you want a sharper screen — 393 ppi vs 385 ppi.
- Choose Infinix Zero 40 5G if you want smoother scrolling — 144 Hz vs 120 Hz.
- Choose Infinix Zero 40 5G if you want a screen you can read in sunlight — 1,300 nits vs 1,200 nits.
- Choose Infinix Zero 40 5G if you want sharper selfies — 50 MP vs 12 MP.
At a glance
- Samsung Galaxy A36
- Infinix Zero 40 5G
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Full record
Every spec, side by side — winners get a check and a proportional bar. Ties share the badge.
Performance score
Approximate benchmark score of the chipset — higher is faster for apps, games and AI.
Chipset
The processor inside — shown for reference, never decides a winner.
RAM
More RAM keeps more apps alive in the background.
Storage
Base onboard storage for photos, apps and media.
Screen size
Diagonal screen size — bigger is better for media, smaller is easier to hold.
Pixel density
Sharpness of the screen — above ~400 ppi looks crisp.
Refresh rate
How smooth scrolling and motion feel. 120 Hz is the modern standard.
Peak brightness
Peak brightness in sunlight — higher stays readable outdoors.
Main camera
Resolution of the primary rear camera — photo quality is judged by the Camera quality score, not megapixels.
Selfie camera
Resolution of the front camera.
Telephoto
A dedicated zoom lens for distant subjects without quality loss.
Video score
Composite video rating — stabilisation, 4K/8K support and colour.
Camera score
Composite camera quality from independent testing — how good the photos actually are.
Battery
Battery capacity — higher generally lasts longer.
Charging speed
Wired charging speed — higher refills faster.
Wireless charging
Whether the phone charges wirelessly.
Price
Typical MSRP in US dollars — lower is better value.
Which one should you buy?
Samsung Galaxy A36
Choose Samsung Galaxy A36 if price matters most. It costs USD 349, the lowest price in this group.
Infinix Zero 40 5G
Choose Infinix Zero 40 5G if price matters most — it wins the most categories overall. It costs USD 349.
Pros & cons
Samsung Galaxy A36
- 45 W charging
- 6 years of updates
- Good value
- Mid-range chipset
- No telephoto
- Plastic frame
Infinix Zero 40 5G
- 144 Hz curved AMOLED
- 108 MP camera with OIS
- 50 MP selfie
- Dimensity 8200 is mid-tier
- No telephoto
- Limited software updates