Nubia Air vs Samsung Galaxy A37
The Nubia Air (2025) runs on the Unisoc T8300, while the Samsung Galaxy A37 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 1480; launch prices were $199 and $250. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy A37 leads — 54/100 vs 51/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy A37 is faster in AnTuTu (1,021,736 vs 639,225); the Nubia Air is noticeably lighter (172g vs 196g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nubia Air
Samsung Galaxy A37
What makes Nubia Air better?
- Lighter: 172g vs 196g
- Cheaper at launch: $199 vs $250
- Better display (83/100 vs 79/100)
- Better portability (90/100 vs 68/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy A37 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1021736 vs 639225
- Better Geekbench Single: 1137 vs 880
- Better Geekbench Multi: 3437 vs 2073
- Faster charging: 45W vs 33W
- Higher performance (60/100 vs 47/100)
- Longer battery life (48/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nubia Air vs the Samsung Galaxy A37, the Samsung Galaxy A37 scores 3 points higher (54/100 vs 51/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy A37 leads (60/100 vs 47/100). Value score: Nubia Air — 64/100, Samsung Galaxy A37 — 58/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy A37 is a bit better (60/100 vs 47/100). In the "display" category, the Nubia Air and the Samsung Galaxy A37 are nearly equal (83/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 34/100. In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A37 and the Nubia Air are nearly equal (48/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Nubia Air notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A37 (90/100 vs 68/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nubia Air | Samsung Galaxy A37 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T8300 | Samsung Exynos 1480 | |
| AnTuTu | 639225 | 1021736 | |
| Geekbench Single | 880 | 1137 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2073 | 3437 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" Super AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1224x2720 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 45W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 6GB / 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16, One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | 1900 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69K | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 164.2×76.6×6.7 mm | 162.9×78.2×7.4 mm | |
| Weight | 172 g | 196 g | |
| Launch price | $199 | $250 |
Camera comparison
Nubia Air
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Front: 20MP
Samsung Galaxy A37
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Nubia Air
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1224x2720
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A37
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Nubia Air
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy A37
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Nubia Air and Samsung Galaxy A37, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy A37 leads Nubia Air by 37.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $51. Nubia Air was $51 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy A37 is a bit better (60/100 vs 47/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Nubia Air and the Samsung Galaxy A37 are nearly equal (83/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 34/100.
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A37 and the Nubia Air are nearly equal (48/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nubia Air notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A37 (90/100 vs 68/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nubia Air or the Samsung Galaxy A37?
The Samsung Galaxy A37 edges out the Nubia Air by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Nubia Air and the Samsung Galaxy A37?
The Nubia Air has a MobileRank rating of 51/100, the Samsung Galaxy A37 — 54/100.
Which is more powerful: the Nubia Air or the Samsung Galaxy A37?
The Samsung Galaxy A37 leads on performance (60/100 vs 47/100).
Should you choose the Nubia Air over the Samsung Galaxy A37?
The Samsung Galaxy A37 is a better fit for active users.