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 — 64/100 vs 52/100 (a 12-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Phantom V Fold is faster in AnTuTu (1,540,240 vs 1,021,736); the Samsung Galaxy A37 is noticeably lighter (180g vs 299g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A37
Tecno Phantom V Fold
What makes Samsung Galaxy A37 better?
- Lighter: 180g vs 299g
- Better portability (78/100 vs 47/100)
What makes Tecno Phantom V Fold better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1540240 vs 1021736
- Better Geekbench Single: 1967 vs 1137
- Better Geekbench Multi: 5401 vs 3437
- Faster charging: 45W vs 25W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (74/100 vs 60/100)
- Better camera (58/100 vs 34/100)
- Longer battery life (48/100 vs 44/100)
- Better display (79/100 vs 68/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A37 vs the Tecno Phantom V Fold, the Tecno Phantom V Fold scores 12 points higher (64/100 vs 52/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold leads (74/100 vs 60/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold leads (58/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold is a bit better (74/100 vs 60/100). In the "display" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold is a bit better (79/100 vs 68/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A37 (58/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold and the Samsung Galaxy A37 are nearly equal (48/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A37 significantly outperforms the Tecno Phantom V Fold (78/100 vs 47/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A37 | Tecno Phantom V Fold | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 1480 | MediaTek Dimensity 9000+ | |
| AnTuTu | 1021736 | 1540240 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1137 | 1967 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3437 | 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 | 8 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 | |
| Launch price | $250 | — |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A37
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Tecno Phantom V Fold
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
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
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy A37
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Phantom V Fold
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
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 33.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Tecno Phantom V Fold
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold is a bit better (74/100 vs 60/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold is a bit better (79/100 vs 68/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A37 (58/100 vs 34/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold and the Samsung Galaxy A37 are nearly equal (48/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A37 significantly outperforms the Tecno Phantom V Fold (78/100 vs 47/100).
Frequently asked questions
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 12 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 52/100, the Tecno Phantom V Fold — 64/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A37 or the Tecno Phantom V Fold?
The Tecno Phantom V Fold leads on camera score (58/100 vs 34/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A37 or the Tecno Phantom V Fold?
The Tecno Phantom V Fold leads on performance (74/100 vs 60/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A37 over the Tecno Phantom V Fold?
The Samsung Galaxy A37 is a better fit for active users. The Tecno Phantom V Fold is a better fit for active users.