Samsung Galaxy A37 vs Tecno Phantom X2
The Samsung Galaxy A37 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 1480, while the Tecno Phantom X2 (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9000. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Phantom X2 leads — 62/100 vs 54/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Phantom X2 has the bigger battery (5160 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Tecno Phantom X2 is faster in AnTuTu (1,504,467 vs 1,021,736); the Samsung Galaxy A37 is thinner (7.4mm vs 8.9mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A37
Tecno Phantom X2
What makes Samsung Galaxy A37 better?
- Lighter: 196g vs 203g
- Better portability (68/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Tecno Phantom X2 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1504467 vs 1021736
- Better Geekbench Single: 1693 vs 1137
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4384 vs 3437
- Bigger battery: 5160 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (71/100 vs 60/100)
- Better camera (50/100 vs 34/100)
- Longer battery life (51/100 vs 48/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A37 vs the Tecno Phantom X2, the Tecno Phantom X2 scores 8 points higher (62/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 leads (71/100 vs 60/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 leads (50/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 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 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A37 (50/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 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 (68/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A37 | Tecno Phantom X2 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 13 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB / 12GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16, One UI 8.5 | Android 12, HIOS 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1900 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×78.2×7.4 mm | 164.6×72.7×8.9 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 203 g | |
| Launch price | $250 | — |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A37
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 12MP
Tecno Phantom X2
- Main: 64MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A37
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Phantom X2
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy A37
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Phantom X2
- 5160 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy A37 and Tecno Phantom X2, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Tecno Phantom X2 leads Samsung Galaxy A37 by 32.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Tecno Phantom X2
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 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 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A37 (50/100 vs 34/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 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 (68/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A37 or the Tecno Phantom X2?
The Tecno Phantom X2 edges out the Samsung Galaxy A37 by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A37 and the Tecno Phantom X2?
The Samsung Galaxy A37 has a MobileRank rating of 54/100, the Tecno Phantom X2 — 62/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A37 or the Tecno Phantom X2?
The Tecno Phantom X2 leads on camera score (50/100 vs 34/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A37 or the Tecno Phantom X2?
The Tecno Phantom X2 leads on performance (71/100 vs 60/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A37 over the Tecno Phantom X2?
The Samsung Galaxy A37 is a better fit for active users. The Tecno Phantom X2 is a better fit for active users.