Samsung Galaxy A37 vs Tecno Phantom V Fold2

The Samsung Galaxy A37 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 1480, while the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9000+. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 leads — 73/100 vs 52/100 (a 21-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 has the bigger battery (5750 mAh vs 5000); the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 is faster in AnTuTu (1,453,683 vs 1,031,048); the Samsung Galaxy A37 is noticeably lighter (180g vs 249g).

The Tecno Phantom V Fold2 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A37 by 21 points (73/100 vs 52/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A37
Performance 60
Display 68
Camera 31
Battery 44
Portability 78
Value for money 56
Tecno Phantom V Fold2
Performance 73
Display 79
Camera 78
Battery 68
Portability 52
Value for money
What makes Samsung Galaxy A37 better?
  • Lighter: 180g vs 249g

  • Better portability (78/100 vs 52/100)
What makes Tecno Phantom V Fold2 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 1453683 vs 1031048
  • Better Geekbench Single: 1967 vs 1140
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 5401 vs 3346
  • Bigger battery: 5750 vs 5000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 70W vs 25W
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz

  • Higher performance (73/100 vs 60/100)
  • Better camera (78/100 vs 31/100)
  • Longer battery life (68/100 vs 44/100)
  • Better display (79/100 vs 68/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A37 vs the Tecno Phantom V Fold2, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 scores 21 points higher (73/100 vs 52/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 leads (73/100 vs 60/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 leads (78/100 vs 31/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 leads (68/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 is a bit better (73/100 vs 60/100). In the "display" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 is a bit better (79/100 vs 68/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A37 (78/100 vs 31/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A37 (68/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A37 notably outperforms the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 (78/100 vs 52/100).

Samsung Galaxy A37: The Samsung Galaxy A37 is a better fit for active users.
Tecno Phantom V Fold2: The Tecno Phantom V Fold2 is a better fit for active users.
Specs comparison
Specification Samsung Galaxy A37 Tecno Phantom V Fold2
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 5750 mAh
Charging 25W 70W
Wireless charging 0W 15W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 50 MP
Front camera 13 MP 32 MP
RAM 4GB / 6GB 12GB
Storage 64GB / 128GB 512GB
OS Android 16 Android 14, up to 2 major Android upgrades, HiOS 14 Fold
Brightness (peak) 1900 nits 1600 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68 IP54
Dimensions 162.9×78.2×7.4 mm 159.0×140.4×6.1 mm
Weight 180 g 249 g
Price $250
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A37
  • Main: 50MP f/1.8
  • Front: 13MP
31
camera
Tecno Phantom V Fold2
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 32MP
78
camera
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A37
  • 6.5" Super AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2340x1080
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
68
display
Tecno Phantom V Fold2
  • 7.8" Foldable LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2000x2296
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
79
display
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy A37
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 25W
  • No wireless charging
44
battery
Tecno Phantom V Fold2
  • 5750 mAh
  • Wired: 70W
  • Wireless: 15W
68
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Samsung Galaxy A37 and Tecno Phantom V Fold2, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Samsung Galaxy A37 Samsung Exynos 1480
52/100
1031048 AnTuTu
Tecno Phantom V Fold2 MediaTek Dimensity 9000+
73/100 +29.1%
1453683 AnTuTu

Tecno Phantom V Fold2 leads Samsung Galaxy A37 by 29.1% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Samsung Galaxy A37
$250
Tecno Phantom V Fold2
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 is a bit better (73/100 vs 60/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 is a bit better (79/100 vs 68/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A37 (78/100 vs 31/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A37 (68/100 vs 44/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A37 notably outperforms the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 (78/100 vs 52/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A37 or the Tecno Phantom V Fold2?

The Tecno Phantom V Fold2 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A37 by 21 points (73/100 vs 52/100).

What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A37 and the Tecno Phantom V Fold2?

The Samsung Galaxy A37 has a MobileRank rating of 52/100, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 — 73/100.

Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A37 or the Tecno Phantom V Fold2?

The Tecno Phantom V Fold2 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 31/100).

Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A37 or the Tecno Phantom V Fold2?

The Tecno Phantom V Fold2 leads on performance (73/100 vs 60/100).

Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A37 over the Tecno Phantom V Fold2?

The Samsung Galaxy A37 is a better fit for active users. The Tecno Phantom V Fold2 is a better fit for active users.