Samsung Galaxy A37 vs Samsung Galaxy S26
The Samsung Galaxy A37 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 1480, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600; launch prices were $250 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 75/100 vs 54/100 (a 21-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy A37 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4000); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is faster in AnTuTu (3,161,126 vs 1,021,736); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 196g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A37
Samsung Galaxy S26
What makes Samsung Galaxy A37 better?
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 25W
- Cheaper at launch: $250 vs $799
- Longer battery life (48/100 vs 31/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3161126 vs 1021736
- Better Geekbench Single: 2880 vs 1137
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9100 vs 3437
- Lighter: 162g vs 196g
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 60/100)
- Better camera (77/100 vs 34/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 79/100)
- Better portability (89/100 vs 68/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A37 vs the Samsung Galaxy S26, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 21 points higher (75/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (91/100 vs 60/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (77/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A37 leads (48/100 vs 31/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy A37 — 58/100, Samsung Galaxy S26 — 64/100; 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 S26 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A37 (91/100 vs 60/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 and the Samsung Galaxy A37 are nearly equal (81/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A37 (77/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A37 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (48/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A37 (89/100 vs 68/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A37 | Samsung Galaxy S26 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 1480 | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 1021736 | 3161126 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1137 | 2880 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3437 | 9100 | |
| Display | 6.7" Super AMOLED | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2340x1080 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 146 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB / 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16, One UI 8.5 | 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 | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 162 g | |
| Launch price | $250 | $799 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A37
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 12MP
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A37
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy A37
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy A37 and Samsung Galaxy S26, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 leads Samsung Galaxy A37 by 67.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $549. Samsung Galaxy A37 was $549 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A37 (91/100 vs 60/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 and the Samsung Galaxy A37 are nearly equal (81/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A37 (77/100 vs 34/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A37 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (48/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A37 (89/100 vs 68/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A37 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A37 by 21 points (75/100 vs 54/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A37 and the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy A37 has a MobileRank rating of 54/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A37 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on camera score (77/100 vs 34/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A37 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (91/100 vs 60/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A37 over the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy A37 is a better fit for active users. The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for gamers and power users.