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Samsung Galaxy S26 FE vs Galaxy A57 5G: price in Nepal and specs
The Galaxy A57 5G costs Rs. 23,000 less to start. For the extra, the Galaxy S26 FE gives you more years of software updates. The Galaxy A57 5G has a bigger battery and a lighter body. If those matter to you, the Galaxy S26 FE is worth it; if not, the Galaxy A57 5G is the better value.
Prices checked 3 October 2026, including 13% VAT.
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Specs side by side
| Spec | Galaxy S26 FE | Galaxy A57 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Price in Nepal (from) | Rs. 1,19,999 | Rs. 96,999 |
| Form factor | Classic | Classic |
| Display | 6.7″ | 6.7″ |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Processor | Exynos 2500 | Exynos 1680 |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP |
| Battery | 4,900 mAh | 5,000 mAh (better) |
| Wired charging | 45 W | 45 W |
| 5G | Yes | Yes |
| S Pen support | No | No |
| Weight | 193 g | 179 g (better) |
| OS upgrades | 7 years (better) | 6 years |
| Water resistance | IP68 | IP67 |
| Released | 2026 | 2026 |
Bold marks the better figure where higher or lower is clearly better.
Key differences
- Processor: Exynos 2500 on the Galaxy S26 FE, Exynos 1680 on the Galaxy A57 5G.
- Battery: Galaxy A57 5G (5,000 mAh) over Galaxy S26 FE (4,900 mAh).
- Weight: Galaxy A57 5G (179 g) over Galaxy S26 FE (193 g).
- OS upgrades: Galaxy S26 FE (7 years) over Galaxy A57 5G (6 years).
- Water resistance: IP68 on the Galaxy S26 FE, IP67 on the Galaxy A57 5G.
About each model
Samsung Galaxy S26 FE
Galaxy S design with a 3x telephoto at a lower price.
The 2026 Fan Edition, for buyers who want an S-series phone with a 3x telephoto camera and seven years of updates without paying flagship prices. It has a 6.7-inch 120 Hz screen, an Exynos 2500 chip and IP68 water resistance.
- 6.7″ fhd+ 120 hz display
- 50 MP triple camera, 3x zoom
- 4,900 mAh with 45 w charging
- 7 years os and security updates
Samsung Galaxy A57 5G
Slim 6.9 mm mid-ranger with 45 W charging.
The top Galaxy A phone for 2026, for buyers who want a thin, light phone with a bright 6.7-inch screen and six years of updates for well under one lakh.
- 6.9 mm thin, 179 g
- 6.7″ super amoled+ 120 hz
- 50 MP main camera with ois
- 45 W fast charging
Every version and price
Samsung Galaxy S26 FE
- 8/256 GBRs. 1,19,999
Samsung Galaxy A57 5G
- 8/256 GBRs. 96,999
Questions and answers
Which is cheaper in Nepal, the Galaxy S26 FE or the Galaxy A57 5G?
The Galaxy A57 5G, at Rs. 96,999 against Rs. 1,19,999 for the Galaxy S26 FE: Rs. 23,000 less. Prices include 13% VAT.
Which has the better main camera?
Both have a 50 MP main camera; image processing and lenses decide the rest.
Which has the bigger battery?
The Galaxy A57 5G: 5,000 mAh against 4,900 mAh.
Which charges faster?
Both charge at up to 45 W.
Which gets more years of updates?
The Galaxy S26 FE: 7 years against 6.
When were these prices checked?
On 3 October 2026, at Samsung's authorised sellers in Nepal.