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Samsung Galaxy A38 battery capacity leaks, revealing a 6,000 mAh cell, 20% more than the A37; it would be the biggest battery ever in a Galaxy A phone sold in Europe

The Samsung Galaxy A38 is set to feature a 6,000 mAh battery, a 20% increase over the A37's 5,000 mAh. This would mark the largest battery in a Galaxy A phone sold in Europe, according to recent leaks regarding the device's specifications.

SamMobile SamMobile+1 source4 November 2026 · 08:09 UTC
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The Samsung Galaxy A38 is rumored to feature a 6,000 mAh battery, representing a 20% increase from the 5,000 mAh battery found in its predecessor, the A37. This upgrade would make it the largest battery ever in a Galaxy A phone sold in Europe.12345

The battery's rated capacity is 5,882 mAh, which translates to a typical capacity of 6,000 mAh. However, it is not expected to utilize a silicon-carbon battery technology. Other specifications suggest that the A38 will maintain a similar camera setup to the A37, featuring a 50MP main camera, 8MP ultrawide, 5MP macro, and 12MP selfie camera.

The A38 is anticipated to launch alongside the Galaxy A58 in March or April. Despite the enhancements, the price is expected to rise, with the A36 starting at €379 and the A37 initially priced at €429 before increasing to €469. Analysts predict the A38 could approach €500.6

Overall, while the A38 may not introduce groundbreaking changes, the battery upgrade is a significant improvement for users seeking longevity in their devices.

Key Insight
“The A38 is expected to launch alongside the Galaxy A58 in March or April, with the A58's 45W charging confirmed via a CCC certification. However, the A38's battery is not expected to be silicon-carbon, and prices may rise closer to €500, following the A37's increase to €469.”
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“An unannounced Samsung device with the model number SM-A5860 has its China Compulsory Certificate (CCC).”
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“The Galaxy A38 will allegedly have a battery with a rated capacity of 5,882 mAh, which should mean a typical capacity of 6,000 mAh.”
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