Samsung Galaxy A37 vs Vivo iQOO Z7
The Samsung Galaxy A37 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 1480, while the Vivo iQOO Z7 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 920. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy A37 leads — 29/100 vs 26/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy A37 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Samsung Galaxy A37 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z7 doesn't.
Samsung Galaxy A37
Vivo iQOO Z7
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4500 mAh
- Higher performance (7/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (37/100 vs 30/100)
- Better value for money (93/100 vs 55/100)
- Faster charging: 44W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 173g vs 180g
- Better camera (37/100 vs 26/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (83/100 vs 75/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A37 vs the Vivo iQOO Z7, the Samsung Galaxy A37 scores 3 points higher (29/100 vs 26/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 leads (37/100 vs 26/100). 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, both devices are on the same level — 50/100. In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 is a bit better (37/100 vs 26/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A37 is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 is a bit better (83/100 vs 75/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A37 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (93/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A37 | Vivo iQOO Z7 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 1480 | MediaTek Dimensity 920 | |
| AnTuTu | 1031048 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 1140 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3346 | — | |
| Display | 6.5" Super AMOLED | 6.4" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2340x1080 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 44W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 13, Funtouch 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1900 nits | 1300 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×78.2×7.4 mm | 158.9×73.5×7.8 mm | |
| Weight | 180 g | 173 g | |
| Price | $250 | — |
Samsung Galaxy A37
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 13MP
Vivo iQOO Z7
- Main: 64MP
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy A37
- 6.5" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z7
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A37
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z7
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z7
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy A37 is a bit better (7/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 50/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 is a bit better (37/100 vs 26/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A37 is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 is a bit better (83/100 vs 75/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A37 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (93/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A37 or the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The Samsung Galaxy A37 edges out the Vivo iQOO Z7 by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A37 and the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The Samsung Galaxy A37 has a MobileRank rating of 29/100, the Vivo iQOO Z7 — 26/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A37 or the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The Vivo iQOO Z7 leads on camera score (37/100 vs 26/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A37 or the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The Samsung Galaxy A37 leads on performance (7/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A37 over the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The Samsung Galaxy A37 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z7 is a better fit for everyday use.