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Samsung Galaxy A35 5G vs Samsung Galaxy A36 5G: which gets updates longer?
For Galaxy A35 5G: no security end date verified in this record. For Galaxy A36 5G: no security end date verified in this record. A final-support winner cannot be established from these records.
Why this comparison matters
The source records have changed since this comparison context was reviewed. The earlier interpretation is withheld; use the current evidence table and source scopes below.
Comparison context reviewed Sep 30, 2026. Manufacturer source-check dates are listed separately below.
| Fact | Samsung Galaxy A35 5G | Samsung Galaxy A36 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Security horizon | no security end date verified in this record. | no security end date verified in this record. |
| Date meaning | No dated end verified | No dated end verified |
| Security evidence scope | Galaxy A35 5G · Samsung security-update scope list (market not specified) | SM-A366B · International Samsung release channel |
| Status | Supported | Supported |
| Record evidence grade | A · Official update-frequency list; final date unknown | A · Official |
| OS upgrades | Samsung commits this eligible model or series to 4 generations of Android OS upgrades. Security support remains a separate duration; no exact OS calendar end date is inferred. | Samsung commits this eligible model or series to 6 generations of Android OS upgrades. Security support remains a separate duration; no exact OS calendar end date is inferred. |
| Latest recorded software | Not documented | Not documented |
| Update frequency | Quarterly in Samsung Mobile Security's current list, checked 2026-09-24; carrier and regional delivery can differ | Quarterly. Checked 8 September 2026; Samsung may change this schedule, and carrier or regional delivery can differ. |
| Released | Not documented | Mar 2025 |
| Record scope | Galaxy A35 5G · Samsung security-update scope list (market not specified) | SM-A366B · International Samsung release channel |
Dates come from each device’s published record and inherit its evidence grade and model scope. Open a record for sources and limitations, or add more devices in the comparison tool →
Before relying on the dates
- A missing date is an evidence gap, not evidence that support has ended.
- OS upgrade counts, years of updates and security end dates are different measures. The latest recorded software is a dated observation, not a promise of the next release.
Common questions
Which gets software updates longer, Galaxy A35 5G or Galaxy A36 5G?
For Galaxy A35 5G: no security end date verified in this record. For Galaxy A36 5G: no security end date verified in this record. A final-support winner cannot be established from these records.
Do Galaxy A35 5G and Galaxy A36 5G get updates at the same time?
Not necessarily. A shared brand or update policy does not guarantee the same release date; model, region and carrier schedules can differ. Match both model numbers with the linked release records.
Sources and recorded checks
These are the sources attached to each record. A comparison review does not refresh firmware, recall or manufacturer evidence.
Source titles are shown in their original language.
Galaxy A35 5G
- Samsung Mobile Security: Samsung Security Updates: scope · Evidence A; checked Sep 24, 2026
Samsung security-update scope list (market not specified)
- Samsung Newsroom: Samsung Galaxy A55 5G and Galaxy A35 5G: Awesome Innovations and Security, Engineered for Everyone · Evidence A; checked Sep 28, 2026
Worldwide launch announcement (OS-upgrade generation count only)
Galaxy A36 5G
- Samsung UK: Galaxy A36 5G | Features & Specs · Evidence A; checked Sep 20, 2026
United Kingdom Samsung product listing · SM-A366BZKGEUB / SM-A366B family
- Samsung Electronics: Galaxy A36 5G (SM-A366B) software-release identity · Evidence A; checked Sep 4, 2026
International Samsung release channel
- Samsung Newsroom: Samsung Galaxy A56 5G, Galaxy A36 5G and Galaxy A26 5G are now available worldwide · Evidence A; checked Sep 28, 2026
Worldwide launch announcement