Samsung Galaxy A36 vs Samsung Galaxy A37
The Samsung Galaxy A36 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 3, while the Samsung Galaxy A37 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 1480; launch prices were $330 and $250. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy A37 leads — 54/100 vs 52/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy A37 is faster in AnTuTu (1,021,736 vs 840,353).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A36
Samsung Galaxy A37
What makes Samsung Galaxy A36 better?
- Lighter: 195g vs 196g
- Overall rating 52/100
What makes Samsung Galaxy A37 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1021736 vs 840353
- Better Geekbench Single: 1137 vs 1013
- Better Geekbench Multi: 3437 vs 3000
- Cheaper at launch: $250 vs $330
- Higher performance (60/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A36 vs the Samsung Galaxy A37, the Samsung Galaxy A37 scores 2 points higher (54/100 vs 52/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy A36 — 40/100, 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 55/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 79/100. In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 34/100. In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 48/100. In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 68/100.
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A36 | Samsung Galaxy A37 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 | Samsung Exynos 1480 | |
| AnTuTu | 840353 | 1021736 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1013 | 1137 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3000 | 3437 | |
| Display | 6.7" Super AMOLED | 6.7" Super AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 45W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB / 12GB | 6GB / 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15, up to 6 major Android upgrades, One UI 7 | Android 16, One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1900 nits | 1900 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×78.2×7.4 mm | 162.9×78.2×7.4 mm | |
| Weight | 195 g | 196 g | |
| Launch price | $330 | $250 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A36
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 12MP
Samsung Galaxy A37
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A36
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A37
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy A36
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy A37
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy A36 and Samsung Galaxy A37, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy A37 leads Samsung Galaxy A36 by 17.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $80. Samsung Galaxy A37 was $80 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy A37 is a bit better (60/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 79/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 34/100.
battery
In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 48/100.
portability
In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 68/100.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A36 or the Samsung Galaxy A37?
The Samsung Galaxy A37 edges out the Samsung Galaxy A36 by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A36 and the Samsung Galaxy A37?
The Samsung Galaxy A36 has a MobileRank rating of 52/100, the Samsung Galaxy A37 — 54/100.
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A36 or the Samsung Galaxy A37?
The Samsung Galaxy A37 leads on performance (60/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A36 over the Samsung Galaxy A37?
The Samsung Galaxy A37 is a better fit for active users.