Samsung Galaxy A37 vs Tecno Phantom V Fold
The Samsung Galaxy A37 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 1480, while the Tecno Phantom V Fold (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9000+. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Phantom V Fold leads — 44/100 vs 29/100 (a 15-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Phantom V Fold is faster in AnTuTu (1,453,683 vs 1,031,048); the Samsung Galaxy A37 is noticeably lighter (180g vs 299g).
Samsung Galaxy A37
Tecno Phantom V Fold
- Lighter: 180g vs 299g
- Better design/ergonomics (75/100 vs 0/100)
- Better value for money (93/100 vs 55/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 1453683 vs 1031048
- Better Geekbench Single: 1967 vs 1140
- Better Geekbench Multi: 5401 vs 3346
- Faster charging: 45W vs 25W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (25/100 vs 7/100)
- Better camera (53/100 vs 26/100)
- Longer battery life (42/100 vs 37/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A37 vs the Tecno Phantom V Fold, the Tecno Phantom V Fold scores 15 points higher (44/100 vs 29/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold leads (25/100 vs 7/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold leads (53/100 vs 26/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A37 leads (93/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A37 (25/100 vs 7/100). In the "display" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A37 (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A37 (53/100 vs 26/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold is a bit better (42/100 vs 37/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A37 significantly outperforms the Tecno Phantom V Fold (75/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A37 significantly outperforms the Tecno Phantom V Fold (93/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A37 | Tecno Phantom V Fold | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 1480 | MediaTek Dimensity 9000+ | |
| AnTuTu | 1031048 | 1453683 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1140 | 1967 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3346 | 5401 | |
| Display | 6.5" Super AMOLED | 7.8" Foldable LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2340x1080 | 2000x2296 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 45W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 13 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 13, HiOS 13 Fold | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1900 nits | 1100 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×78.2×7.4 mm | — | |
| Weight | 180 g | 299 g | |
| Price | $250 | — |
Samsung Galaxy A37
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 13MP
Tecno Phantom V Fold
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy A37
- 6.5" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Tecno Phantom V Fold
- 7.8" Foldable LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2000x2296
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A37
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Phantom V Fold
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
We compared Samsung Galaxy A37 and Tecno Phantom V Fold, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Tecno Phantom V Fold leads Samsung Galaxy A37 by 29.1% in our overall performance rating.
Tecno Phantom V Fold
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A37 (25/100 vs 7/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A37 (100/100 vs 50/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A37 (53/100 vs 26/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold is a bit better (42/100 vs 37/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A37 significantly outperforms the Tecno Phantom V Fold (75/100 vs 0/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A37 significantly outperforms the Tecno Phantom V Fold (93/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A37 or the Tecno Phantom V Fold?
The Tecno Phantom V Fold is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy A37 — the overall rating gap is 15 points.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A37 and the Tecno Phantom V Fold?
The Samsung Galaxy A37 has a MobileRank rating of 29/100, the Tecno Phantom V Fold — 44/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A37 or the Tecno Phantom V Fold?
The Tecno Phantom V Fold leads on camera score (53/100 vs 26/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A37 or the Tecno Phantom V Fold?
The Tecno Phantom V Fold leads on performance (25/100 vs 7/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A37 over the Tecno Phantom V Fold?
The Samsung Galaxy A37 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Tecno Phantom V Fold is a better fit for everyday use.