Samsung Galaxy A37 vs Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
The Samsung Galaxy A37 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 1480, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $250 and $1299. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads — 84/100 vs 53/100 (a 31-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,515,964 vs 1,031,048); the Samsung Galaxy A37 is noticeably lighter (180g vs 214g).
Samsung Galaxy A37
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Lighter: 180g vs 214g
- Cheaper at launch: $250 vs $1299
- Better portability (78/100 vs 51/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3515964 vs 1031048
- Better Geekbench Single: 3601 vs 1140
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10686 vs 3346
- Faster charging: 60W vs 45W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 60/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 34/100)
- Longer battery life (61/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (88/100 vs 68/100)
- Better value for money (76/100 vs 58/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A37 vs the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra scores 31 points higher (84/100 vs 53/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (96/100 vs 60/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (61/100 vs 48/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (76/100 vs 58/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A37 (96/100 vs 60/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A37 (88/100 vs 68/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A37 (86/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (61/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A37 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (78/100 vs 51/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A37 (76/100 vs 58/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A37 | Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 1480 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1031048 | 3515964 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1140 | 3601 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3346 | 10686 | |
| Display | 6.5" Super AMOLED | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2340x1080 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 60W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 25W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 157 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1900 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×78.2×7.4 mm | 163.6×78.1×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 180 g | 214 g | |
| Launch price | $250 | $1299 |
Samsung Galaxy A37
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Samsung Galaxy A37
- 6.5" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A37
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 10:12 hrs, total 28:50 hrs
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
We compared Samsung Galaxy A37 and Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads Samsung Galaxy A37 by 70.7% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $1049. Samsung Galaxy A37 was $1049 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A37 (96/100 vs 60/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A37 (88/100 vs 68/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A37 (86/100 vs 34/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (61/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A37 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (78/100 vs 51/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A37 (76/100 vs 58/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A37 or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A37 by 31 points (84/100 vs 53/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A37 and the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy A37 has a MobileRank rating of 53/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A37 or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on camera score (86/100 vs 34/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A37 or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on performance (96/100 vs 60/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A37 over the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy A37 is a better fit for active users. The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, budget-conscious buyers.