Where to Buy a Samsung Galaxy A35 5G for the Best Price (US 2026)
The Galaxy A35 5G launched at $399.99 and Samsung's US site no longer lists it as a current model, so the best price in 2026 usually comes from retailers like Best Buy and Walmart. How to judge a deal, and the step to take before you check out.
Published: 8 October 2026 · Last updated: 8 October 2026 · Author: Jean Goh, ShopBack US
In the US in 2026, the best price on a Samsung Galaxy A35 5G usually comes from big retailers such as Best Buy and Walmart, from carriers, or from renewed stock. Samsung's own US site no longer lists the A35 as a current model at the time of writing. It launched at $399.99 in April 2024, according to Samsung, so use that as your baseline, compare unlocked prices, and check ShopBack before you check out.
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Where can I buy a Samsung Galaxy A35 5G for the best price?
The short answer: compare Best Buy and Walmart first, then a carrier offer if you are happy to stay on a plan. Here is why.
Samsung launched the Galaxy A35 5G in the US on April 18, 2024, starting at $399.99, according to Samsung's US newsroom. At the time of writing, the A35 page on Samsung's US site redirects to its Galaxy A series page, which lists newer models instead: the Galaxy A17 5G, A27 5G, A37 5G and A57 5G. When a phone leaves the maker's own store, remaining new stock usually sits with large retailers and carriers, and prices there move with stock levels and sales.
| Where | What to expect | ShopBack US |
|---|---|---|
| Best Buy | Unlocked and carrier versions while stock lasts; member pricing for My Best Buy Plus and Total | Check ShopBack before you check out |
| Walmart | Unlocked units from Walmart and Marketplace sellers; check who the seller is | Check ShopBack before you check out |
| Carriers (T-Mobile, Verizon and others) | Price usually tied to a line of service | Depends on the carrier |
| Samsung Certified Re-Newed | Samsung's US site has a section for pre-owned Galaxy phones; model availability varies | Check Samsung's ShopBack page |
The table describes the shape of each option, not today's prices. Prices change daily, so check the live listing before you buy.
Samsung Galaxy A35: launch price and specs
Knowing what the phone is helps you spot a fair deal and avoid paying new-phone prices for the wrong model. According to Samsung:
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy A35 5G |
|---|---|
| US launch | April 18, 2024 |
| Launch price | From $399.99 |
| Colors at launch | Awesome Navy, Awesome Lilac |
| Display | 6.6-inch FHD+ Super AMOLED, up to 120Hz, Vision Booster |
| Rear cameras | 50MP main (OIS), 8MP ultra-wide, 5MP macro |
| Front camera | 13MP |
| Memory and storage | 6GB + 128GB |
| Battery | 5,000mAh (typical) |
| Durability | IP67 water and dust protection |
| Security | Samsung Knox Vault |
| Software at launch | Android 14, One UI 6.1 |
Samsung notes that storage options and availability may vary by carrier, market or region. If a listing shows a different storage size, check that the model number matches the US version you want.
Samsung Galaxy A35 in 2026: is it still a good buy?
Yes, at the right price. The A35 still has the features most people buy a mid-range phone for: a large 120Hz screen, a 5,000mAh battery and IP67 protection. The question in 2026 is the price gap to newer models.
On Samsung's US site at the time of writing, the current Galaxy A series starts at these prices before eligible trade-in:
| Model | Starting price on Samsung.com (US) |
|---|---|
| Galaxy A17 5G | From $249.99 |
| Galaxy A27 5G | From $349.99 |
| Galaxy A37 5G | From $449.99 |
| Galaxy A57 5G | From $549.99 |
A new A35 is easiest to justify when it sells clearly below the A27's $349.99 starting price, since newer models usually get software support for longer. The A35 launched with Android 14 in 2024, so check how much update support is left on Samsung's site before you buy. If the A35 and A27 are close in price, the newer phone is often the safer pick.
Samsung Galaxy A35 best deals in the US: how to judge a 2026 deal
A good A35 deal in 2026 passes four checks:
- Price below the $399.99 launch price, and ideally below the A27 5G's $349.99 on Samsung.com.
- New, not open-box, unless the listing says so. Best Buy and Walmart both sell open-box or renewed items in some cases, which can be fine if the price reflects it.
- Unlocked, or locked to your carrier. A carrier-locked phone from a different network may not work with your plan.
- Sold by the store or a seller you trust. On Walmart, check whether the item is sold by Walmart or a Marketplace seller, since return terms can differ.
Big US sale periods such as Black Friday and Cyber Monday are common times for phone discounts. Our US sale calendar shows when the main events usually fall.
Best Buy: membership prices and what they mean for a phone
Best Buy's own membership program matters if you buy tech often. According to Best Buy's 2026 announcement:
- My Best Buy (free): free standard shipping.
- My Best Buy Plus ($29.99 a year): 1% back in rewards on eligible purchases, free two-day shipping, member prices and a 60-day return window on most products.
- My Best Buy Total ($199.99 a year): everything in Plus, plus product protection plans, 24/7 tech support and 20% off repairs.
For a single phone under $400, Plus is worth it mainly if member pricing or the longer return window applies to the listing you want. For more ways to save at the store, read our Best Buy savings guide. Then check ShopBack's Best Buy page before you check out.
Walmart: what to check on an A35 listing
Walmart sells phones directly and through Marketplace sellers. Its paid membership, Walmart+, launched on September 15, 2020, and its benefits include free shipping on eligible items from Walmart's online store. On a phone listing, check three things: who the seller is, whether the phone is unlocked, and whether it is new, renewed or open-box. Our Walmart savings guide covers more ways to pay less, and ShopBack's Walmart page shows the current rate.
T-Mobile 5G Home Internet vs Best Buy: Galaxy A35 price comparison
These are different things. T-Mobile 5G Home Internet is a home internet service, so it does not sell the Galaxy A35 on its own. T-Mobile sells phones through its wireless plans, and carrier phone prices usually depend on adding or keeping a line. Best Buy and Walmart sell the phone as a product, unlocked or for a named carrier.
To compare fairly, work out the full cost of the phone over the time you will keep it:
- Retailer: the phone price, minus any rewards and the cash ShopBack returns, with your existing plan unchanged.
- Carrier: the phone price after any promotion, plus any plan change the deal needs.
If the carrier deal needs a plan you would not otherwise choose, the retailer can work out cheaper. T-Mobile is not on ShopBack US at the time of writing, so compare its price only.
T-Mobile, Best Buy or Walmart: which to pick for a Galaxy A35
- Pick Best Buy if you want an in-store pickup option, member pricing or a longer return window as a Plus or Total member.
- Pick Walmart if the price is lowest and the item is sold by Walmart or a seller with clear returns.
- Pick a carrier if you are opening a new line anyway and the offer lowers the phone price without changing your plan in ways you do not want.
Other places to compare in the same category: Target and Samsung's own store sell Galaxy phones, and carriers such as Verizon and T-Mobile sell them with a line of service.
Check ShopBack before you check out
Once you have found the best listing, there is one more step. Before you check out, go through ShopBack to get a post-purchase discount on the order.
- Sign in to ShopBack US on the app or website.
- Open Best Buy on ShopBack or Walmart on ShopBack and check the rate shown.
- Tap through to the store and buy the phone in the same session.
- The cash shows as pending first and usually confirms after the store's return window.
Cashback lowers what you actually pay for an order. It comes back as cash, so it works like a discount on the price, not like points or miles. Here is a worked example. On a $300 phone at an illustrative 2%, $6 comes back, so your effective price is $294. Rates vary by store and sometimes by product category, so check the live rate on the store's ShopBack page before you buy. Walmart works differently: ShopBack pays a fixed cash amount on eligible Walmart orders, so your effective price is what you pay at checkout minus that amount; the live amount is on Walmart's ShopBack page. Our guide on activating cashback before you buy explains the steps in more detail.
Frequently asked questions
Where can I buy a Samsung Galaxy A35 5G for the best price?
In the US, the best price on a Galaxy A35 5G usually comes from large retailers such as Best Buy and Walmart, from carriers, or from renewed stock, because Samsung's own US site no longer lists the A35 as a current model at the time of writing. Compare the unlocked price at Best Buy and Walmart, treat anything below the $399.99 launch price as the baseline, and check ShopBack before you check out.
How much did the Samsung Galaxy A35 5G cost at launch?
According to Samsung's US newsroom, the Galaxy A35 5G went on sale in the US on April 18, 2024, starting at $399.99, in Awesome Navy and Awesome Lilac. Any price below $399.99 for a new, unlocked unit is a discount on that launch price.
Is the Samsung Galaxy A35 still sold by Samsung in 2026?
At the time of writing, Samsung's US Galaxy A35 5G page redirects to its Galaxy A series page, which lists the Galaxy A17 5G, A27 5G, A37 5G and A57 5G. That means you will mostly find the A35 at retailers, carriers and renewed sellers while stock lasts.
What are the Samsung Galaxy A35 5G specs?
According to Samsung, the Galaxy A35 5G has a 6.6-inch FHD+ Super AMOLED display with up to 120Hz refresh rate, a 50MP main camera with optical image stabilization, an 8MP ultra-wide and a 5MP macro camera, a 13MP front camera, 6GB of memory with 128GB of storage, a 5,000mAh battery, IP67 water and dust protection and Samsung Knox Vault. It launched with Android 14 and One UI 6.1.
Is a Galaxy A35 deal better than buying a newer Galaxy A phone?
It depends on the price gap. On Samsung's US site at the time of writing, the Galaxy A27 5G starts from $349.99 and the Galaxy A37 5G from $449.99 before eligible trade-in. A new A35 deal is easiest to justify when it is clearly below those prices, since newer models usually get software support for longer.
Does T-Mobile 5G Home Internet sell the Galaxy A35?
No. T-Mobile 5G Home Internet is a home internet service, not a phone store. T-Mobile sells phones through its wireless plans, and carrier phone prices usually depend on adding or keeping a line of service. To compare with Best Buy or Walmart, look at the full cost of the phone on its own and check whether the phone is unlocked.
Should I buy the Galaxy A35 unlocked or from a carrier?
Unlocked is simplest if you want to keep your current plan or switch carriers later. Carrier deals can be cheaper upfront but usually come with conditions such as staying on a plan. Before you buy, check the listing says unlocked or names your carrier, and confirm the model works on your network.
What do My Best Buy Plus and Total cost in 2026?
According to Best Buy, My Best Buy Plus costs $29.99 a year and includes 1% back in rewards on eligible purchases, free two-day shipping, member prices and a 60-day return window on most products. My Best Buy Total costs $199.99 a year and adds product protection and 24/7 tech support. The free My Best Buy tier includes free standard shipping.
How do I get cashback on a Galaxy A35 from Best Buy or Walmart?
Check ShopBack before you check out. Sign in to ShopBack US, open the Best Buy or Walmart page on ShopBack, tap through to the store and buy the phone in the same session. The cash comes back to your ShopBack account after the order is confirmed, and the current rate is shown on each store's ShopBack page.
What is the effective price of a Galaxy A35 after ShopBack?
Your effective price is what you pay minus the cash ShopBack returns. On a $300 phone at an illustrative 2%, $6 comes back, so the effective price is $294. Check the live rate on the store's ShopBack page, because rates change and some product categories earn different rates. Walmart works differently: ShopBack pays a fixed cash amount on eligible Walmart orders, so your effective price is what you pay at checkout minus that amount; the live amount is on Walmart's ShopBack page.
Key takeaways
- The Galaxy A35 5G launched in the US at $399.99 on April 18, 2024, according to Samsung; treat that as the price to beat.
- Samsung's US site no longer lists the A35 as a current model at the time of writing, so compare Best Buy, Walmart, carriers and renewed stock.
- Newer Galaxy A models start from $349.99 (A27 5G) and $449.99 (A37 5G) on Samsung.com, so a good A35 deal should sit clearly below those.
- T-Mobile 5G Home Internet is a home internet service; carrier phone deals usually depend on a line of service.
- Check ShopBack before you check out at Best Buy or Walmart, so part of the price comes back as cash.
Related reads
- How to save at Best Buy in the US
- Walmart discounts in the US
- The US sale calendar: when to buy what
- Activate cashback before you buy
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Disclaimer
The views and recommendations expressed in this article are those of the author. Galaxy A35 5G launch details and specifications are from Samsung's US newsroom, current Galaxy A series prices are from Samsung's US website at the time of writing, and membership details are from Best Buy's 2026 announcement. Product availability, prices, seller terms, return windows and membership benefits are set by each retailer and carrier and can change at any time. Cashback rates on ShopBack vary by store, product category and over time; the percentage used in the worked example is illustrative only, and the current rate is shown on each store's ShopBack page. This article is for general information and is not financial advice.
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