[Event Report] "Samsung Galaxy A57 5G" Launch Commemorative Roundtable Discussion by IT Writers Held

Samsung Electronics Japan Co., Ltd. began selling its latest smartphone in the Samsung Galaxy A series, the "Samsung Galaxy A57 5G," which features a large yet thin and light design, long-lasting battery, and advanced Awesome Intelligence. Sales started on Thursday, April 23, 2026, at the Samsung Online Shop (https://www.samsung.com/jp/offer/), "Galaxy Harajuku" (Harajuku, Tokyo), "Galaxy Studio Osaka" (Namba, Osaka), various carriers (NTT Docomo, SoftBank), Amazon (Amazon Japan G.K.), electronics retailers (EC sites and some stores of Edion, Joshin, Bic Camera, Yamada Denki, Yodobashi Camera), Samsung Official Store Rakuten Ichiba, and Samsung Official Store Yahoo! Shopping.

To commemorate this launch, a roundtable discussion was held on the smartphone and mobile news website "Keitai Watch" with four writers active in the IT and mobile fields: Mr. Takayuki Horin, Ms. Tomoko Suzuki, Mr. Fumihiko Sato, and Mr. Chiehon.

The "Samsung Galaxy A57 5G," equipped with an approximately 6.7-inch large screen, a triple camera, a 5,000mAh large-capacity battery, and AI functions, received feedback from smartphone industry professionals such as "What was desired in Samsung Galaxy's mid-range has arrived," "A smartphone you are unlikely to regret buying," and "A good balance without excess or deficiency." A lively discussion ensued regarding its ease of use in daily life and its value as a mid-range model.

Large Screen and Thin Design Highly Praised

The first topic of discussion was the "Samsung Galaxy A57 5G"'s distinctive approximately 6.7-inch large screen and approximately 6.9mm thin design.

Mr. Chiehon commented, "While previous models, the Samsung Galaxy A54 5G and Samsung Galaxy A55 5G, excelled in entertainment performance, they had issues with weight and felt difficult to use daily. However, when I first held this Samsung Galaxy A57 5G, I was surprised by its 'lightness' and 'thinness.'" He also evaluated, "This year's Samsung Galaxy seems to be prioritizing user experience over a spec competition."

On the other hand, Ms. Suzuki said, "I felt it was thin enough for even a woman's hand to hold easily." Mr. Chiehon also added, "In my case, I often play games, but with increasing opportunities to enjoy video content like videos and games, a larger screen offers advantages in terms of immersion and operability."

Next, Mr. Horin commented, drawing from actual usage scenarios: "Many young people put photos in their smartphone cases, and if the device itself isn't thin, it can become quite thick and heavy. In that respect, this is a significant advantage. Additionally, with the increase in vertical video viewing, an approximately 6.7-inch size might be just right."

Mr. Sato praised the screen, stating, "As the content enjoyed on smartphones increases, there is a great demand for large screens," and added, "The thinness stands out even more because of the large screen." He further commented, "It's also interesting that the design has become closer to the Samsung Galaxy S series, creating a sense of brand unity."

Large Capacity Battery and Fast Charging Performance

Next, a discussion was held on the 5,000mAh large-capacity battery and fast charging performance.

Mr. Horin commented, "Especially among the younger generation, dependence on mobile batteries is high, so a large-capacity battery could be a key deciding factor." Participants also expressed, "There's a sense of security with a 5,000mAh capacity," and the fast charging, capable of charging up to 60% in 30 minutes, was highly praised.

Furthermore, Mr. Sato said, "It's very convenient in that it eliminates the stress of not having charged." Mr. Chiehon added, "On mornings when I forget to charge, fast charging is great because it can recover enough power to last a full day before I leave." This highlighted its convenience for daily use.

Opinions were also exchanged regarding the absence of wireless charging. The consensus was that it was a result of considering the balance between "thinness," "battery," and "charging performance."

Mr. Chiehon commented, "At this price point, prioritizing '45W Super Fast Charging 2.0' over wireless charging was a good choice."

Camera Performance for Daily Use

Next, regarding the triple camera of the "Samsung Galaxy A57 5G"...