Samsung Galaxy A37 vs Tecno Phantom X2 Pro

The Samsung Galaxy A37 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 1480, while the Tecno Phantom X2 Pro (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9000. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Phantom X2 Pro leads — 65/100 vs 54/100 (a 11-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Phantom X2 Pro has the bigger battery (5160 mAh vs 5000); the Tecno Phantom X2 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (1,504,467 vs 1,021,736); the Samsung Galaxy A37 is thinner (7.4mm vs 9.0mm).

The Tecno Phantom X2 Pro is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy A37 — the overall rating gap is 11 points.

Profile comparison

Category scores

Samsung Galaxy A37

Performance 60
Display 79
Camera 34
Battery 48
Portability 68
Value for money 58

Tecno Phantom X2 Pro

Performance 71
Display 79
Camera 63
Battery 51
Portability 47
Value for money —

What makes Samsung Galaxy A37 better?

  • Lighter: 196g vs 201g

  • Better portability (68/100 vs 47/100)

What makes Tecno Phantom X2 Pro better?

  • Higher AnTuTu: 1504467 vs 1021736
  • Better Geekbench Single: 1693 vs 1137
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 4384 vs 3437
  • Bigger battery: 5160 vs 5000 mAh

  • Higher performance (71/100 vs 60/100)
  • Better camera (63/100 vs 34/100)
  • Longer battery life (51/100 vs 48/100)

Comparison verdict

Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A37 vs the Tecno Phantom X2 Pro, the Tecno Phantom X2 Pro scores 11 points higher (65/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 Pro leads (71/100 vs 60/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 Pro leads (63/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 Pro is a bit better (71/100 vs 60/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 79/100. In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A37 (63/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy A37 are nearly equal (51/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A37 notably outperforms the Tecno Phantom X2 Pro (68/100 vs 47/100).

Samsung Galaxy A37: The Samsung Galaxy A37 is a better fit for active users.
Tecno Phantom X2 Pro: The Tecno Phantom X2 Pro is a better fit for active users.

Specs comparison

Specification Samsung Galaxy A37 Tecno Phantom X2 Pro
Processor Samsung Exynos 1480 MediaTek Dimensity 9000
AnTuTu 1021736 1504467
Geekbench Single 1137 1693
Geekbench Multi 3437 4384
Display 6.7" Super AMOLED 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 2340x1080 1080x2400
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 5160 mAh
Charging 45W 45W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 13 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 50 MP
Front camera 12 MP 32 MP
RAM 6GB / 8GB / 12GB 12GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 256GB
OS Android 16, One UI 8.5 Android 12, HIOS 12
Brightness (peak) 1900 nits 500 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68 —
Dimensions 162.9×78.2×7.4 mm 164.6×72.7×9.0 mm
Weight 196 g 201 g
Launch price $250 —

Camera comparison

Samsung Galaxy A37

  • Main: 50MP f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 12MP
34
camera

Tecno Phantom X2 Pro

  • Main: 50MP f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 13MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 32MP
63
camera

Display comparison

Samsung Galaxy A37

  • 6.7" Super AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2340x1080
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
79
display

Tecno Phantom X2 Pro

  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
79
display

Battery and charging

Samsung Galaxy A37

  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • No wireless charging
48
battery

Tecno Phantom X2 Pro

  • 5160 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • No wireless charging
51
battery

Overall performance score

We compared Samsung Galaxy A37 and Tecno Phantom X2 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Samsung Galaxy A37 Samsung Exynos 1480
54/100
1021736 AnTuTu
Tecno Phantom X2 Pro MediaTek Dimensity 9000
65/100 +32.1%
1504467 AnTuTu

Tecno Phantom X2 Pro leads Samsung Galaxy A37 by 32.1% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks

Launch prices and where to check today's

Samsung Galaxy A37

$250

Tecno Phantom X2 Pro

Price unknown

Detailed category analysis

performance

In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 Pro is a bit better (71/100 vs 60/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 79/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A37 (63/100 vs 34/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy A37 are nearly equal (51/100 vs 48/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A37 notably outperforms the Tecno Phantom X2 Pro (68/100 vs 47/100).

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A37 or the Tecno Phantom X2 Pro?

The Tecno Phantom X2 Pro is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy A37 — the overall rating gap is 11 points.

What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A37 and the Tecno Phantom X2 Pro?

The Samsung Galaxy A37 has a MobileRank rating of 54/100, the Tecno Phantom X2 Pro — 65/100.

Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A37 or the Tecno Phantom X2 Pro?

The Tecno Phantom X2 Pro leads on camera score (63/100 vs 34/100).

Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A37 or the Tecno Phantom X2 Pro?

The Tecno Phantom X2 Pro leads on performance (71/100 vs 60/100).

Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A37 over the Tecno Phantom X2 Pro?

The Samsung Galaxy A37 is a better fit for active users. The Tecno Phantom X2 Pro is a better fit for active users.