Samsung Galaxy A37 vs Tecno Pop 5X
The Samsung Galaxy A37 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 1480, while the Tecno Pop 5X (2022) runs on the Unisoc. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy A37 leads — 29/100 vs 9/100 (a 20-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy A37 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 8 MP; the Samsung Galaxy A37 has NFC for contactless payments, the Tecno Pop 5X doesn't; the Tecno Pop 5X is noticeably lighter (150g vs 180g).
Samsung Galaxy A37
Tecno Pop 5X
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 8MP
- Higher performance (7/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (26/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (37/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (50/100 vs 0/100)
- Better value for money (93/100 vs 55/100)
- Lighter: 150g vs 180g
- Better design/ergonomics (100/100 vs 75/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A37 vs the Tecno Pop 5X, the Samsung Galaxy A37 scores 20 points higher (29/100 vs 9/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A37 leads (26/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A37 leads (37/100 vs 12/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A37 leads (93/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy A37 is a bit better (7/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy A37 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (50/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A37 notably outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (26/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A37 notably outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (37/100 vs 12/100). In the "design" category, the Tecno Pop 5X notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A37 (100/100 vs 75/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A37 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (93/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A37 | Tecno Pop 5X | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 1480 | Unisoc | |
| AnTuTu | 1031048 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 1140 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3346 | — | |
| Display | 6.5" Super AMOLED | 6.5" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2340x1080 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 2GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 32GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 10 (Go edition), HiOS | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1900 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×78.2×7.4 mm | 166.0×75.9×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 180 g | 150 g | |
| Price | $250 | — |
Samsung Galaxy A37
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 13MP
Tecno Pop 5X
- Main: 8MP
- Front: 5MP
Samsung Galaxy A37
- 6.5" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Tecno Pop 5X
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Samsung Galaxy A37
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Pop 5X
- 4000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Tecno Pop 5X
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy A37 is a bit better (7/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy A37 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (50/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A37 notably outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (26/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A37 notably outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (37/100 vs 12/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Tecno Pop 5X notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A37 (100/100 vs 75/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A37 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (93/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A37 or the Tecno Pop 5X?
The Samsung Galaxy A37 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X by 20 points (29/100 vs 9/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A37 and the Tecno Pop 5X?
The Samsung Galaxy A37 has a MobileRank rating of 29/100, the Tecno Pop 5X — 9/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A37 or the Tecno Pop 5X?
The Samsung Galaxy A37 leads on camera score (26/100 vs 0/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A37 or the Tecno Pop 5X?
The Samsung Galaxy A37 leads on performance (7/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A37 over the Tecno Pop 5X?
The Samsung Galaxy A37 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Tecno Pop 5X is a better fit for everyday use.