Samsung Galaxy A37 vs Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
The Samsung Galaxy A37 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 1480, while the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1300. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) leads — 31/100 vs 29/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the Samsung Galaxy A37 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy A37 is noticeably lighter (180g vs 203g).
Samsung Galaxy A37
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
- Lighter: 180g vs 203g
- Higher performance (7/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (75/100 vs 46/100)
- Better value for money (93/100 vs 55/100)
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 44W vs 25W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Better camera (27/100 vs 26/100)
- Longer battery life (51/100 vs 37/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A37 vs the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022), the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) scores 2 points higher (31/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) leads (51/100 vs 37/100). 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 Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A37 (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) and the Samsung Galaxy A37 are nearly equal (27/100 vs 26/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) is a bit better (51/100 vs 37/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A37 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (75/100 vs 46/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A37 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (93/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A37 | Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 1480 | MediaTek Dimensity 1300 | |
| AnTuTu | 1031048 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 1140 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3346 | — | |
| Display | 6.5" Super AMOLED | 6.6" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2340x1080 | 1080x2408 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 44W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 6GB / 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 12, Funtouch 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1900 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×78.2×7.4 mm | 163.9×75.3×9.2 mm | |
| Weight | 180 g | 203 g | |
| Price | $250 | — |
Samsung Galaxy A37
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 13MP
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy A37
- 6.5" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2408
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A37
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
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 Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A37 (100/100 vs 50/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) and the Samsung Galaxy A37 are nearly equal (27/100 vs 26/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) is a bit better (51/100 vs 37/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A37 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (75/100 vs 46/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A37 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (93/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A37 or the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?
The Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) edges out the Samsung Galaxy A37 by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A37 and the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?
The Samsung Galaxy A37 has a MobileRank rating of 29/100, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) — 31/100.
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A37 or the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?
The Samsung Galaxy A37 leads on performance (7/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A37 over the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?
The Samsung Galaxy A37 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) is a better fit for everyday use.