Samsung Galaxy A18 4G Spotted on Geekbench With Android 17 and Helio G99

Samsung's highly anticipated budget smartphone, the Galaxy A18 4G, has made an early appearance on Geekbench, offering a sneak peek into its key specifications and performance metrics. The listing, bearing model code SM-A185G, confirms the device will be powered by a MediaTek Helio G99 processor and will run on the very latest Android 17 right out of the box, layered with Samsung's One UI 9.

The Geekbench listing comes amidst growing speculation about the Galaxy A18 series, with reports suggesting Samsung could unveil the 4G variant as early as October 2026. This early benchmark test gives consumers and industry watchers a concrete look at what to expect from Samsung's next offering in the competitive budget segment. Samsung Galaxy S28 Ultra Leaks, Launch Date and Expected Specs; Check All Here.

Performance and Software Insights

As per a report by GSMArena, The Geekbench 6 database reveals that the Samsung Galaxy A18 4G (model SM-A185G) scored 745 points in the single-core test and 2,073 points in the multi-core benchmark. These scores are consistent with the MediaTek Helio G99 chipset (identified by its MT6789 model name), which features an octa-core CPU configuration with two Cortex-A76 cores clocked at 2.2GHz and six Cortex-A55 efficiency cores running at 2.0GHz, paired with a Mali-G57 MC2 GPU.

Notably, the Galaxy A18 4G tested on Geekbench was equipped with 4GB of RAM. While the Helio G99 is a capable 4G processor, first introduced in 2022, its selection suggests Samsung is aiming to keep costs down, potentially reusing hardware from its predecessor, the Galaxy A17.

Perhaps the most exciting revelation is the software. The Geekbench listing clearly indicates the device is running Android 17, likely with Samsung's One UI 9 interface on top. Android 17 was officially released on June 16, 2026, and Samsung officially began the market release of One UI 9.0 on August 7, 2026, alongside its new flagship foldable smartphones. This makes the Galaxy A18 4G one of the first non-flagship devices expected to ship with the newest Android version, a feature often reserved for Samsung's premium Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Z Flip 8 series initially.

Rumored Specifications and India Launch

While the Geekbench listing focuses on the 4G variant, rumors also suggest a separate Samsung Galaxy A18 5G model is in the works, possibly featuring a Qualcomm or Dimensity 7400 5G chipset and a later launch in early 2027. Other anticipated specifications, largely attributed to the rumored 5G variant, include:

• Display: 6.74-inch Super AMOLED with a 90Hz refresh rate
• Battery: A large 6,000 mAh capacity with 25W fast charging support
• Camera: A triple rear camera setup, featuring a 50MP main sensor, along with 5MP and 2MP auxiliary lenses, and a 16MP front camera
• Storage: 128GB internal storage, expandable up to 2TB via a microSD card
• Design: Leaked renders for the Galaxy A18 4G suggest an Infinity-U notched display and a vertically aligned triple camera module on the rear. Is iPhone 17 Series Getting Price Hike? Know What Report Says.

As for availability in India, a leaked roadmap points to an October 2026 launch for the Galaxy A18 LTE (4G) variant, while the 5G model might arrive in January or February 2027. Samsung has yet to make an official announcement regarding the Galaxy A18's launch date or pricing in India. However, initial speculations for the Galaxy A18 5G suggest an expected price around ₹18,999 for a 6GB RAM + 128GB storage variant. Consumers are advised to await official confirmation from Samsung for concrete details.

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